College of Engineering at Texas A&M University
Online Master of Engineering in Petroleum Engineering
Online
Master degree
DURATION
32 hours
LANGUAGES
English
PACE
Full time
APPLICATION DEADLINE
EARLIEST START DATE
STUDY FORMAT
Distance Learning
Key Summary
The mission of our Master of Engineering degree program is to prepare high-quality, well-rounded petroleum engineers to enter managerial and technical positions within the industry.
The Master of Engineering (MEng) degree is practice oriented. Although most of the courses on the degree plan are expected to be in engineering or scientific disciplines, other courses may be selected from different fields that reflect the individual interests and career goals of the student.
Why choose Engineering Online
Advance your career with our Engineering Online program! Backed by the university's esteemed reputation and national recognition in engineering education, you'll engage directly with industry leaders and a rigorous curriculum. Beyond graduation, tap into the extensive Aggie Alumni Network, offering invaluable connections to propel your career forward.
Include a minimum of 32 credit hours on your degree plan. Additional hours may be added at either your or your advisory committee’s discretion.
- Take at least three of the core courses (required for students without a Bachelor of Science in petroleum engineering).
- Take up to two courses from outside of the department, if advised by the chair of your committee
- Take one to two hours of PETE 685 and/or PETE 692 to complete your engineering project. Course selection is at the discretion of the committee chair.
Observe University limits on certain courses:
- No more than nine hours of transfer credit from another peer department/ university.
- No more than 12 hours of 689 courses.
Select the chairman of your committee before the start of your second semester.
- Agree on at least three committee members, with one outside the department.
- File a degree plan before the beginning of your second semester.
Maintain an average GPR of 3.0 for all courses on your degree plan before you take the final exam.
Write your independent project (PETE 692 as a professional journal paper) report involving petroleum engineering subject matter and complete your final oral examination. Note that you MUST work closely with your chair (advisor) in planning, organizing, drafting and completing the report.
Complete all degree requirements within seven years.
The Master of Engineering (MEng) degree is practice oriented. Although most of the courses on the degree plan are expected to be in engineering or scientific disciplines, other courses may be selected from different fields that reflect the individual interests and career goals of the student.
