Target Audience
Geothermal professionals (Geologists, Engineers, Managers) with no prior coding experience.

Course Overview
The energy sector is shifting from manual data analysis to dynamic, AI-driven workflows. This accelerated, hands-on masterclass bridges the gap between geothermal domain expertise and modern Artificial Intelligence. Participants will learn to build predictive machine learning models and deploy autonomous AI “agents” to automate complex tasks—all using no-code and low-code platforms.

Course Structure

Morning: The Predictive Geoscientist (Structured Data & Machine Learning)
Focus: Turning numerical data (logs, operational data) into actionable predictions.

• 09:00 – 10:30 | The Modern AI Stack for Energy
  Introduction to no-code/low-code platforms and how AI applies to geosciences without coding.
• 10:30 – 10:45 | Coffee Break
• 10:45 – 12:00 | No-Code Machine Learning Workshop
  Hands-on session to build and evaluate a predictive model (e.g. well-log prediction or lithology classification) using a visual interface.
• 12:00 – 13:00 | Lunch Break

Afternoon: The Autonomous Geoscientist (Generative AI & Agents)
Focus: Utilizing unstructured data (PDFs, technical reports) and workflow automation.

• 13:00 – 14:30 | Beyond ChatGPT
  Understanding LLMs and Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG) for technical data, including security and reliability considerations.
• 14:30 – 14:45 | Coffee Break
• 14:45 – 16:30 | Building Agentic AI Workshop
  Build a custom “Geothermal Research Assistant” to process reports, extract key data, and generate summaries.
• 16:30 – 17:00 | Capstone & Implementation
  Define an AI roadmap for your organization and wrap-up Q&A.

Course Overview
This intensive, instructor-led, hands-on workshop delivers advanced training in numerical modelling for geothermal applications using FEFLOW—one of the world’s leading platforms for subsurface flow and heat transport simulation.

Designed for hydrogeologists, engineers, energy professionals, and researchers, the course focuses on building robust models that support feasibility assessment, system design, performance optimisation, and risk reduction for geothermal projects.

Participants will learn how to simulate a wide range of geothermal systems—including open- and closed-loop installations and thermal energy storage—while gaining a strong understanding of the physical processes governing subsurface heat transport. The training combines essential theoretical foundations with practical workflows, enabling attendees to confidently develop defensible models for real-world geothermal challenges.

FEFLOW’s structured and unstructured meshing capabilities allow accurate representation of subsurface complexity, from local installations to basin-scale systems. Trusted by consultancies, research institutions, and government agencies worldwide, FEFLOW is a proven tool for supporting data-driven decisions in geothermal development.

By the end of the workshop, participants will be equipped to evaluate geothermal potential, quantify environmental impacts, anticipate system interactions, and communicate modelling results with confidence.

Who Should Attend
Professionals working in geothermal energy, hydrogeology, and geology involved in the planning, evaluation, or management of subsurface systems.

The course is suitable for both newcomers to numerical modelling and experienced practitioners looking to deepen or refresh their expertise. A basic understanding of hydrogeology and subsurface flow processes is recommended, while prior modelling experience is beneficial but not required.

What You’ll Learn

• Fundamentals of subsurface heat transport
• Parameterisation and boundary conditions for geothermal models
• Modelling geothermal doublets and closed-loop systems
• Thermal Energy Storage (ATES/BTES) simulation
• Advective and convective transport processes
• Best practices for reliable geothermal modelling
• Feasibility assessment and performance analysis
• Impact of groundwater flow on system efficiency
• Managing interference between neighbouring systems
• Interpretation and visualisation of modelling results

Course Overview
This course provides a practical overview of geomechanics principles and their application in geothermal field development. Participants will learn how to assess and manage subsurface stress, rock properties, fault behavior, and wellbore stability to optimize drilling, reservoir performance, and long-term sustainability.

The course covers real-world case studies, modeling approaches, and risk mitigation strategies essential for successful geothermal projects. This interactive course is presented in three modules: Introduction to Geomechanics and Geomechanical Modeling; Wellbore Stability Analysis; and Hydraulic Fracturing for EGS.

In the first module, participants explore the evolution and importance of geomechanics in the energy industry and build a strong foundation in rock mechanics. The course demonstrates how to integrate geological data, drilling information, well logs, and core samples to construct 1D to 3D geomechanical models, including calibration and validation using stress data and rock strength measurements.

The second module focuses on wellbore stability analysis for geothermal wells, including optimized well trajectories and safe operating pressure windows under high-temperature and high-stress conditions. Special scenarios—such as thermally induced stress changes, chemically reactive formations, weak bedding planes, and naturally fractured or faulted systems—are addressed using practical case studies.

The third module covers the geomechanical aspects of hydraulic stimulation in geothermal reservoirs. Participants will learn how hydraulic fracturing enhances permeability, how geomechanical parameters influence fracture behaviour, and how to design and optimize stimulation treatments. Particular attention is given to managing induced seismicity risks and optimizing production in fractured systems.

WHO SHOULD ATTEND
• Drilling, reservoir, completion, and production engineers
• Geoscientists, geologists, geophysicists, and petrophysicists
• Asset managers, field development managers, technical advisors, core lab personnel

WHAT YOU WILL RECIEVE
• A detailed course manual including all presentations and up-to-date reference materials
• Geomechanical Modeling Excel tool
• References to relevant books and publications
• Course Completion Certification

WHAT YOU WILL LEARN
• Fundamentals of rock mechanics
• Importance of 1D and 3D geomechanics and its applications in geothermal energy industry
• Design rock mechanics testing program and QC the results
• Data requirement for geomechanics
• Build geomechanical models using Excel sheet
• Verifying and calibrating geomechanical models
• Define safe operating mud weight window for drilling
• Identifying optimum well trajectory for drilling and production
• Fundamentals of Enhance Geothermal Systems
• Fracture and completions design, modeling and optimization

Course Overview:
This course covers the key aspects of geothermal utilization, from resource characteristics to practical applications. It addresses both direct use of geothermal energy (e.g., heating and cooling) and electricity generation. Participants are introduced to both fundamental concepts and real-world case studies of geothermal utilization. Short exercises are included to support deeper understanding and hands-on learning.

Outline of the short course topics
The course explores the use of geothermal resources for energy extraction, summarizing their overall use, potential applications, and inherent limitations. The emphasis is on the direct use of geothermal energy as well as power production.

Key topics include:

• Direct use applications: district heating, heat pumps, cooling, thermal energy storage, balneology, agriculture, and industrial processes
• Geothermal power generation: conventional systems and emerging technologies
• Cascaded use of geothermal fluids: integrating multiple applications to maximize resource efficiency

Who is this course for
By the end of the course, participants should be able to identify the key potential uses of geothermal energy based on the resource characteristics and technical constraints.

The course focuses on engineering and technological aspects but is designed to be accessible to participants without a formal background in science or engineering. It is suitable for anyone interested in understanding the potential and practical use of geothermal energy.

Participants are expected to bring their laptops for short, guided exercises (e.g., using Excel).

Course Overview:
This in-person applied reservoir simulation course is for Volsung users, or reservoir engineers with some modelling experience, who are looking to move beyond the basics.

Delivered by Dr Jonathon Clearwater, this course will dive deeper on model grid extent and boundary condition selection and implementation. We will look at how to work with complex conceptual models from Leapfrog Energy, including down sampling volumes and adding and manipulating geologic features.

This applied course will also cover aspects of uncertainty such as Monte Carlo forecasting and automatic model calibration using inverse modelling techniques.

Prerequisites:
Recommended that course attendees are Volsung users or have some experience in reservoir simulation.

What should I have?

• Laptop with mouse
• Windows (64-bit) 10 or 11 or Ubuntu (20.04 or 22.04) operating system
• Most modern laptops will have satisfactory computational capability but further details on minimum and recommended system requirements can be found here: https://www.seequent.com/help-support/system-requirements/volsung/

Seequent will provide a 21‑day software training subscription for the training event. Please note that some enterprise accounts are not eligible for these training subscriptions.