Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) in Petroleum
| Program start date | Application deadline |
| 2024-02-01 | - |
| 2025-02-01 | - |
Program Overview
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Petroleum) with Major is a five-year program that combines a strong foundation in petroleum engineering with the opportunity to specialize in a specific engineering discipline. Students will develop a comprehensive understanding of the science and engineering principles underlying petroleum exploration, production, and processing, as well as the business and management aspects of the industry. The program is delivered by experts with strong regional, national, and international industry links, providing students with valuable networking opportunities and a head start in their careers.
Program Outline
Degree Overview:
Objectives:
- Prepare students for careers as petroleum engineers
- Provide a strong foundation in mathematics, physics, geology, geophysics, computer applications, and engineering principles
- Develop skills in the design, development, and operation of process systems for the extraction, transformation, and recovery of materials
- Foster an understanding of the planning, design, construction, and maintenance of infrastructure in an environmentally sustainable manner
- Impart knowledge of, and skills in the technology and scientific principles involved in the design, development, and manufacture of products, processes, machines, and moving mechanical engineering systems
- Develop expertise in the extraction and processing of valuable mineral and metal ores from the earth
Description:
The Bachelor of Engineering (Honours) (Petroleum) with Major is a five-year program that combines a strong foundation in petroleum engineering with the opportunity to specialize in a specific engineering discipline. Students will develop a comprehensive understanding of the science and engineering principles underlying petroleum exploration, production, and processing, as well as the business and management aspects of the industry. The program is delivered by experts with strong regional, national, and international industry links, providing students with valuable networking opportunities and a head start in their careers.
Outline:
Content:
- Mathematics
- Physics
- Geology
- Geophysics
- Computer applications
- Engineering principles
- Petroleum engineering
- Business and management
Structure:
- The program is divided into five years of study.
- The first two years provide a foundation in mathematics, physics, and engineering principles.
- The third and fourth years focus on petroleum engineering topics, including exploration, production, and processing.
- The fifth year includes a major research project and courses in business and management.
Course Schedule:
Year 1
- Introduction to Engineering
- Programming (Matlab and Excel)
- Mathematics IA
- Mathematics IB
- Introduction to Subsurface Geoscience & GeoEnergy
- Introduction to Petroleum Engineering
Year 2
- Systems Engineering and Industry Practice
- Differential Equations for Engineers II
- Statistics & Numerical Methods II
- Formation Evaluation, Petrophysics & Rock Properties
- Drilling Engineering
Year 3
- Production Engineering
- Reservoir Engineering
- Integrated Field Development and Economics Project
- Decision Making and Risk Analysis
- Unconventional Resources and Recovery
Year 4
- Data analytics in oil and gas industry
- Carbon Capture & Storage in Geological Formations
- Honours Engineering Research Project - Part A
Year 5
- Honours Engineering Research Project - Part B
Assessment:
Methods:
- Classwork
- Tutorials
- Assignments
- Laboratory work
- Quizzes
- Project work
- Exams
Criteria:
- Understanding of concepts
- Problem-solving skills
- Communication skills
- Teamwork skills
- Professionalism
Teaching:
Methods:
- Lectures
- Tutorials
- Laboratory sessions
- Field trips
- Guest lectures
- Problem-based learning
Faculty:
- The program is taught by a team of experienced academic staff with expertise in petroleum engineering, geology, geophysics, and other relevant fields.
Unique Approaches:
- The program includes a strong emphasis on industry engagement, with students participating in field trips, guest lectures, and internships.
- Students have the opportunity to undertake a major research project in their final year, which provides them with valuable experience in independent research and project management.
- The program is delivered in a collaborative learning environment, with students working together on projects and assignments.
Careers:
Potential Career Paths:
- Petroleum engineer
- Petroleum exploration specialist
- Petroleum manager
- Land resources and land care specialist
- Minerals processing engineer
- Mining engineer
- Natural resource manager
- Natural resource planner
- Oil and gas analyst
- Petrochemical engineer
Opportunities:
- Graduates of the program are in high demand in the petroleum industry and related fields.
- Graduates can work for oil and gas companies, government agencies, and consulting firms.
- Graduates can also pursue careers in research and academia.
Outcomes:
- Graduates of the program are equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary to succeed in a variety of careers in the petroleum industry and related fields.
- Graduates are also well-prepared for further study in graduate programs in petroleum engineering or other related disciplines.
