Underground hydrodynamics

This module develops the quantitative concepts of hydrogeology and introduces their physical and mathematical formulation for reservoir engineering applications. The aim is to provide the elementary quantitative tools needed to formulate and solve problems linked to the circulation of water in the underground environment, depending on the conditions in which it is deposited.
Formulating the diffusivity equation is a prerequisite for developing solutions for characterizing aquifers and reservoirs with a view to their operational management. The following points will be covered:
- Formulation of the diffusivity equation and resolution under steady-state conditions
- Specific solutions under transient conditions: slick tests, superposition principle
- Productivity of exploitation structures: well tests
- Methods for characterizing complementary aquifers

Skills to be acquired :
Formalize a problem and conceptualize a particular hydrogeological system


Select, justify and use an analytical solution adapted to a particular hydrogeological problem


Calculate the hydrodynamic parameters of a hydrogeological system from field data


Assess the impact of an operation on a hydrogeological system.

Hydrosciences ENS1Hydrodynamics ENS2Geology ENS1Geology ENS2