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Associate-to-Bachelor's in Petroleum Engineering

1 Year
Duration
14
Courses
84
Credit Hours
$24,000
Total Cost

This track focuses on Petroleum Engineering, preparing students with the technical knowledge and practical skills the field expects at the Associate-to-Bachelor's level.

Graduates are equipped to pursue relevant engineering career paths, with a self-paced format built for students balancing work and other commitments.

1
Core Courses
8 Courses
ENG-062
Basics of Industrial Engineering
Introduces foundational concepts behind optimizing industrial processes and systems.
  • Process optimization basics
  • Workflow efficiency principles
  • Overview of industrial systems
ENG-114
Introduction to Engineering
A broad orientation to the engineering discipline, its branches, and career paths.
  • Major engineering disciplines
  • Engineering problem-solving approach
  • Engineering career pathways
ENG-163
Latest Developments in Engineering
Explores emerging technologies and innovations shaping modern engineering.
  • Emerging engineering technologies
  • Innovation trends across disciplines
  • Impact of new tech on engineering practice
ENG-178
Introduction to E-Engineering
Covers the fundamentals of electronic systems within engineering practice.
  • Basic electronic components
  • Circuit fundamentals
  • Electronic system applications
ENG-195
Advanced Fields in Engineering
Surveys specialized and advanced engineering fields beyond the core disciplines.
  • Overview of specialized fields
  • Cross-disciplinary engineering applications
  • Choosing an engineering specialization
ENG-239
Introduction to Electrical Engineering
Introduces the foundational principles of electrical systems and circuits.
  • Basic circuit theory
  • Voltage, current, and resistance
  • Electrical safety fundamentals
ENG-427
Introduction to Civil Engineering
Covers the fundamentals of designing and building civil infrastructure.
  • Infrastructure design basics
  • Materials used in construction
  • Overview of civil engineering projects
ENG-612
Foundations of Mechanical Engineering
Introduces the core principles behind mechanical systems and design.
  • Basic mechanical principles
  • Machine component fundamentals
  • Overview of mechanical design process
2
Specialist Courses
6 Courses
FOP-2569
Fundamentals of Petroleum Engineering
Introduces the core principles behind extracting and processing petroleum resources.
  • Petroleum extraction basics
  • Reservoir fundamentals
  • Overview of petroleum engineering applications
ITP-2570
Introduction to Petroleum Engineering
A broad orientation to the petroleum engineering field and career paths.
  • History of petroleum engineering
  • Career pathways in petroleum engineering
  • Overview of petroleum industries
PEM-2571
Petroleum Engineering Materials and Processes
Covers materials and processes used in petroleum extraction and processing.
  • Drilling material properties
  • Extraction process fundamentals
  • Material durability under extraction conditions
PED-2639
Petroleum Engineering Dynamics and Control
Covers dynamic reservoir behavior and control systems in petroleum operations.
  • Reservoir dynamic modeling
  • Control systems for extraction operations
  • Feedback systems in petroleum processing
PES-2640
Petroleum Engineering Structures
Introduces structural design principles for petroleum extraction facilities.
  • Rig and facility structural design
  • Load analysis for extraction structures
  • Structural safety in petroleum operations
PES-2641
Petroleum Engineering Systems Engineering
Covers designing and integrating complex petroleum engineering systems.
  • Petroleum systems integration
  • System lifecycle for extraction operations
  • Testing petroleum engineering systems
$24,000
Total Program Cost
$286
Per Credit Hour
84
Total Credit Hours

Fees are billed per term and are subject to change. Financial aid, scholarships, and flexible payment plans are available to students who qualify.

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Admission requires Associate Degree or equivalent credits.

01

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