GOLI (Geosciences Online Learning Initiative)
List of
Online Courses
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Well Logs and Log Analysis for New Hires
Teacher: Robert Font
The two most basic tools used in petroleum exploration and production are well logs and seismic data. Their integration is essential to enhance the probability of success of exploratory and development ventures.
In this course we concentrate on the subject of well logs. Although we always hope for success when we drill wells, we can learn valuable information from dry holes also. So, let's see what we can ascertain from well logs.
AIPG accredited - 1 CEU
1 CEU exam - online course plus the course on CD: CPG - $187.50; Member - $212.50; Non-Member - 250.00
0.5 CEU's without the final exam online course plus the course on CD: CPG - $150.00; Member - $170; Non-Member - $200
The CD alone as reference material + shipping/handling: CPG - $150; Member - $170; Non-Member - $200
Practical Petroleum Geology
Teacher: Robert Font
Practical Petroleum Geoscience is a survey course that covers the most important aspects of geology and geophysics, as these apply to petroleum exploration and production. The course also covers the important topics of exploration economics and risk analysis. Remember that a scientific success that results in an economic failure is of no value to the end goal.
AIPG accredited - 8 CEU's
8 CEU's with final exam: CPG - $1,050; Member - $1,190; Non-Member - $1,400
4 CEU's no final exam required: CPG - $525; Member - $595; Non-Member - $700
The entire course on CD (as reference material) + shipping/handling: CPG - $262.50; Member - $297.50; Non-Member - $350
Critical and Strategic Minerals: Concepts and Status
Teacher: James Burnell
The term critical and strategic minerals has been around for some 90 years to describe those mineral commodities needed for the US economy that are mostly imported. The term originated during the First World War to include those materials needed for the war effort. We developed a new list appropriate for economy and technology of 2011. The webinar will review the history of the concept of critical and strategic minerals, look at the new list. Details of some of the key commodities will be reviewed, considering their uses, price histories, the U.S. import situation and their current status for U.S. dependence.
Both the National Academy of Sciences in the U.S. and a special commission of the European Union have conducted special studies and raised the concern over the future availability of many critical and strategic minerals to feed industry in their respective jurisdictions.
AIPG accredited - .1 CEU's
With CEU's - $49 or No CEU's - $29
Global Energy Resources - Current Trends and Short Term Predictions
Teacher: Ron Wallace
Hydrocarbons dominate as sources of energy and are projected to be the dominant sources into the future. Alternative energy sources currently make only a small percentage of the total energy but there is positive growth. This one hour webinar will not only concentrate on U.S sources of energy but will discuss world energy sources and will discuss what the energy sources may look like in 2035 and some recommendations for the future.
AIPG accredited - .1 CEU's
With CEU's - $49 or No CEU's - $29
The Geology of Texas - The Basal Cretaceous
Teacher: Robert Font
Author: Sue Lynn Bishop, Art Bishop, and Robert Font
In this online course you will accompany us on a tour of some selected outcrops of the Lower Cretaceous System of central Texas. This general area constitutes one of the best exposures of Cretaceous strata anywhere around the globe. In our coverage, we will emphasize various aspects of the development, stratigraphy, sedimentology, structure and paleontology of these units. It is also our aim to provide you with additional historical and geographical data that will make this virtual field tour both interesting and informative.AIPG accredited - 1 CEU
Virtual field tour or purchase a CD: CPG - $112.50; Member - $127.50; Non-Member - $150.00
Landslides
Teacher: Robert Font
This course is designed to be an introduction to the subject of landslides or mass wasting. We will discuss the causes of landslides, their form and classification, as well as methods of analysis, prediction and prevention.It is our hope that the material covered in this course will provide you with a firm background and motivate you to explore this important subject in greater depth.
AIPG accredited - 3.5 CEU's
3.5 CEU's with final exam: CPG - $562.50; Member - $637.50; Non-Member - $750
2.5 CEU's no final exam required: CPG - 375.00; Member - $425.00; Non-Member - $500
The entire course on CD (as reference material) + shipping/handling: CPG - $150; Member - $170; Non-Member - $200
Geotechnical Properties & Engineering Problems Texas Clay - Shale
- Crataceous shales in the north-central Texas area give rise to engineering problems.
This online short course covers:- Regional geologic setting, structure and stratigraphy.
- Specific material geotechnical properties including:
- Clay mineralogy, values of Atterberg limits and indices, potential volume change, shear strength, etc.
- Engineering problems and solutions concerning:
- Accurate shear strength determination as dictated by field conditions, mass wasting, swell pressures and more.
0.6 CEU's with final exam - $150
0.5 CEU's without final exam - $100
The entire course on CD (as reference material) + shipping/handling: CPG - $85
Understanding Natural Geologic Hazards -- What Everyone Should Know
Teacher: Robert Font
This is also a comprehensive survey course (AIPG sponsored) in the form of approximately 500 Powerpoint slides covering our knowledge of geologic hazards and of the techniques we can use to mitigate, control, predict, and even prevent these events. It is currently available for group presentation by Dr. Font and also on CD as reference material.
A CD is available for $200.00
AIPG accredited - pending review.
Making a PowerPoint Presentation into a Work of Art
Teacher: Christopher Mathewson
A review and demonstration of strategies for ensuring your use of PowerPoint strengthens your presentation, and does not distract from the message or the delivery to the audience.
AIPG accredited - .1 CEU's
With CEU's - $49 or No CEU's - $29