CSG Overview & Understanding Reserves 2014

Key Learning Outcomes
Examine the fundamentals coal geology, petrology, core analysis, gas content and behaviours
Understand the basic components of a CSG project and data requirements to evaluate CSG projects
Understand gas volumetrics and calculate in place gas volumes
Assess the economic impact of a successful data collection program
Learn the requirements for a successful CSG pilot project and the potential impact on reserves of a successful pilot
Comprehend the differences between resources and reserves and the requirements to move resources to reserves
Identify the requirements and obligations for reporting reserves
Discover a basic overview of project economics, cost of production, price of gas and margins

About the Course
This course is designed to assist individuals throughout the financial, coal and petroleum industries understand CSG. The course will cover the entire CSG project spectrum, intended to provide an introduction to those who are new to the CSG industry yet show relevant case histories for those currently working on ongoing CSG projects.

It will also provide detailed information to experienced CSG managers who are trying to optimise reserve bookings. The CSG industry, due to the nature of coal, is much more variable than the conventional oil and gas industry. The course will illustrate the similarities and differences and how to manage the risk for CSG projects.