geology, petrophysics
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William Blake Roberts
**** ***** **** ● Pasadena, TX 77505 ● *******.****.*@*****.*** ● 828-***-**** RELEVANT EXPERIENCE
Graduate Research
University of Tennessee, Knoxville – Knoxville, TN June 2013 – July 2015 Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences
Thesis Research
o Purpose – Employ geostatistics to characterize sub-core scale heterogeneity and identify spatial dependency in capillary pressure saturation data obtained using neutron imaging o Gained a comprehensive understanding of the capillary pressure saturation relationship o Obtained computer programming (i.e. R and SAS) and geostatistical modeling experience o Worked extensively with data acquired using neutron imaging (i.e. an imaging technique which applies similar principles to neutron porosity logging tools) o Developed the ability to effectively communicate technical information through writing and defending my thesis project
Graduate Research Assistant
o Purpose – Measure high end capillary pressure-saturation curves for Berea Sandstone and Chattanooga Shale to assess the accuracy of residual water content estimates from the centrifuge and hanging water column methods
o Calculated water saturation, porosity, and volumetric water content for the aforementioned rock types by measuring water potential, sample and solid volume, and sample bulk density using a novel method
o Prepared and fractured rock cores for neutron imaging (at Oak Ridge National Lab) of spontaneous imbibition of water in unsaturated Berea Sandstone Industry Experience
ExxonMobil Exploration Company – Houston, TX May – August 2014 Geoscience Intern – Formation Evaluation Core Group o Evaluated the feasibility of constructing a rigorous resistivity-based model for High Angle and Horizontal wells that is consistent with Laminated Shaley Bed Analysis and Nuclear Magnetic Resonance (NMR) estimations of saturation o Completed a formation evaluation training exercise involving calculations of pay thickness, porosity, hydrocarbon saturation, and permeability thickness by integrating core, log, and pressure data
o Gained working knowledge of the advanced petrophysical software Geolog o Monitored daily drilling and logging operations in Angola block 15 o Developed a solid understanding of wireline, MWD, LWD, and open hole logs Page 2
ADDITIONAL EXPERIENCE
Graduate Teaching Assistant
University of Tennessee, Knoxville – Knoxville, TN August 2013 – May 2015 Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences
o Improved communication and leadership skills by teaching introductory geology laboratory courses and tutoring undergraduate/graduate students o Strengthened data management abilities by maintaining and organizing student records o Assisted with Principles of Hydrogeology and Data Analysis for Geoscientists courses o Implemented lab and field safety procedures to ensure the well-being of my students Graduate Research
University of Tennessee, Knoxville – Knoxville, TN March – May 2014 Department of Earth and Planetary Sciences
o Computed the fractal dimension of stylolites from slabs of Tennessee Marble using image editing and fractal analysis software
Undergraduate Research
Western Carolina University – Cullowhee, NC August 2010 – December 2012 Geosciences and Natural Resources Department
o Monitored coastal wetland sedimentation and plant community change under a regime of sea level rise in order to calculate carbon sequestration and sediment accumulation rates o Mapped and sampled high-grade metamorphic rocks in the Medicine Bow Mountains, WY o Documented groundwater movement in and near stream discharge areas in three hydrogeomorphic settings common to western North Carolina EDUCATION
University of Tennessee, Knoxville – Knoxville, TN August 2015 Master of Science in Geology
Cumulative GPA – 3.77/4.0
Western Carolina University – Cullowhee, NC December 2012 Bachelor of Science in Geology, Physics minor
Major/Cumulative GPA – 3.71/4.0
Young Harris College – Young Harris, GA May 2010
Associate of Science
Cumulative GPA – 3.49/4.0
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APPLICABLE SKILLS/KNOWLEDGE
Resistivity-Tool-Response Modeling Well Logging Tools Borehole Environment and Measurement Lithofacies Modeling Shale Volume Calculation Accurate Determination of Fluid Saturation Using Archie’s Law Well Testing Fluid Contact Identification Horizontal and Directional Drilling Seismic Interpretation Porosity and Hydraulic Conductivity Measurement Core and Data Analysis Conventional/Unconventional Oil and Gas Plays Geologic Map Interpretation
COMMUNITY INVOLVEMENT
o Swain County Schools Volunteer May 2015
o High School Senior Project Mentor (Geology) September 2014 – January 2015 o United Way of Greater Houston Volunteer June 2014 o Reach of Jackson County Volunteer October 2012
o Instructional Baseball Camp Volunteer Summer Months 2008 – 2010 o Toys for Tots Participant Annually
HONORS/AWARDS
o Western Carolina University President’s List – 1 o Western Carolina University Dean’s List – 3
o Western Carolina University Junior Geoscientist of the Year 2011 o Young Harris College Dean’s List – 3
o Young Harris College Baseball Scholarship 2008 to 2010
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