PrintBefore we begin our discussion of the logistics and value chain for natural gas and crude oil, we need to have at least a cursory understanding of the “upstream” processes for the exploration, drilling, fracturing, and production of these fossil fuels. The following readings and video support this learning.
Reading Assignment: Oil and Gas Basics
- Go to the PetroStrategies web site and read the following sections:
- Products from Oil and Gas Make Our Lives Better
- What are Crude Oil and Natural Gas?
Video Viewing Assignment: Understanding the Drilling Process
The focus of this course involves the sectors of the oil and gas industry known as “midstream” and “downstream.” These occur after the exploration and production, or “upstream” processes. In this video, you will view this aspect of the energy industry and see how the drilling, completion and production of an oil and/or gas well is accomplished from start to finish. This will give you a cursory understanding of how oil and gas is developed. The midstream and downstream activities start once the oil and gas has risen to the top of the well and is ready to be produced.
Click on YouTube link to see video with closed captioning.
Reading Assignment: Fracturing Operations
- Go to the PetroStrategies web site and read the following sections:
- Hydraulic Fracturing
- Fracturing Fluid
- Proppant
- Environmental Concerns
- Marcellus Shale Regulations