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7 Petroleum Engineering Preparatory Programs
University of North Dakota
Certificate in Petroleum Engineering
- Grand Forks, USA
Certificate
Full time
On-Campus
English
The certificate in petroleum engineering is designed to help individuals gain practical skills and knowledge related to the oil and gas industry. It covers core concepts such as reservoir engineering,...
Teesside University
HNC in Petroleum Engineering by Flexible Open Learning
- Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
Certificate
Part time
2 years
Distance Learning
English
This distance learning petroleum engineering HNC course is for learners who wish to work as technicians/technician engineers in the petroleum engineering sector, maintenance and testing.
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SAIT - Southern Alberta Institute of Technology
Diploma in Petroleum Engineering Technology
- Calgary, Canada
Diploma
Full time
2 years
On-Campus
English
Want a career you can really dig? In the Petroleum Engineering Technology program you’ll be trained in all areas of the upstream petroleum industry, including exploration, field operations, drilling, economic analysis, and reserves determination. From the office to the field, graduates will ultimately be responsible for many of the technical activities involved in the production of oil and gas.
Teesside University
HND in Petroleum Engineering by Flexible Open Learning
- Middlesbrough, United Kingdom
Diploma
Part time
2 years
Distance Learning
English
This distance learning petroleum engineering HND course is for learners who wish to work as technicians/technician engineers in the process engineering sector, manufacturing, maintenance and testing.
Western Texas College
AAS in Petroleum Technology
- Snyder, USA
Associate of Applied Science
On-Campus
English
This Petroleum Technology Associates Degree program has courses designed to provide a wide range of education, exposure, and experience with the history, equipment, and many careers that comprise the Petroleum industry.
West Virginia Northern Community College
AAS in Petroleum Technology
- Wheeling, USA
Associate of Applied Science
On-Campus
English
The Petroleum Technology program is designed to prepare students for employment in the natural gas drilling, gathering, and field operations industry associated with the Marcellus and Utica Shales development.
Wessex Institute of Technology
Short Course on Petroleum Fiscal Terms and Project Valuation
- Southampton, United Kingdom
Course
English
Most countries having subsoil petroleum resources have legislated that those resources belong to the nation. Oil and gas companies can provide the capabilities required for effective and safe extraction of petroleum. The value obtained needs to be shared between the host nation and the companies licensed to carry out operations.
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Petroleum Engineering degree programs at the Preparatory level introduce you to the core concepts essential for a successful career in the oil and gas industry. This field focuses on the exploration, extraction, and production of hydrocarbons, combining scientific principles with practical applications.
You'll study foundational topics such as fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and geology, which are crucial for understanding reservoir behavior and resource recovery methods. The environment encourages curiosity, helping students build confidence as they engage with complex concepts and advanced technologies used in drilling and production.
As you progress, you'll gain hands-on experience with simulation software and modeling tools that reflect industry practices. You'll learn to analyze data from exploration efforts, design extraction processes, and evaluate the economic viability of projects. This practical exposure prepares you for various career paths, including roles as reservoir engineers, drilling engineers, or production supervisors, all of which are vital to meeting global energy demands.