A solid understanding of how rocks deform throughout geological history, how rock properties influence fault geometry in the subsurface, and how faults can be simplified appropriately is key for exploration and production projects, as well as for subsurface projects in general.
Drawing on three decades of industry experience, Pascal D. Richard (PRgeology) has distilled what truly matters in structural geology through countless reviews, peer assists, coaching, and training sessions. The result is a course – Structural Geology Must Knows – that delivers the essential structural geology concepts that all geoscientists need to master in order to build or validate static models and carry out fault interpretation. Participants will learn to create robust and fit-for-purpose maps and 3D models aligned with the maturity of their project and their specific technical and business objectives.
Learning Approach
The course is highly interactive, combining short lectures with numerous exercises to maximize learning value. Participants are organized into small groups to encourage continuous active participation. The programme is carefully structured so that concepts introduced early on are progressively applied in subsequent exercises, reinforcing both understanding and practical skills.
A distinctive feature of the course is its immersive virtual reality field trip, where participants can explore geological structures in a realistic setting and immediately relate field observations to the concepts discussed during the training. Real-world case studies throughout the programme further bridge the gap between theory and practice.
Join the first public edition of this three-day course on 1–3 September 2026 in The Hague, Netherlands, and develop practical structural geology skills through an engaging, hands-on learning experience led by expert instructor Dr Pascal Richard.
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Who should attend?
The course is particularly relevant for:
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Geologists and geophysicists involved in fault interpretation and seismic interpretation
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Geoscientists building or validating static and dynamic models
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Professionals involved in exploration, field development, or production studies
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Multidisciplinary subsurface teams seeking a common structural geology framework
Interested in customized training?
This course can also be requested for in-house training. Interested in booking this for your team or organization? Contact us via education@eage.org
