PROGRAM SUMMARY:
Covers much of the same material as the Certificate Program in Petroleum Technology for Non-Technical Professionals, but with more emphasis on the technical aspects of drilling, production and reservoir engineering and operations. Designed for individuals with science or engineering degrees in disciplines other than petroleum engineering who wish to enhance their knowledge of the oil and gas industry. BACKGROUND LEARNING:
Complete the following IPIMS.ep Background Learning courses:

Fundamentals of Petroleum Geology Fundamentals of Exploration Geophysics Drilling and Well Completion Production Technology Reservoir Management Oil and Gas Pipelines Fundamentals of Reservoir Engineering Fluid Flow and the Production System Fluid Separation and Treatment Oilfield Safety Well Planning Basic Completion Design and Practices Introduction to Well Logging Fundamentals of Well Testing Coring and Core Analysis

ACTION LEARNING:
Complete the following simulated job assignments: RESEARCH ASSIGNMENT:
Submit a short (3 to 5 page) original paper of publishable quality devoted to some aspect of Upstream Petroleum Technology for Non-Petroleum Engineers. Include one or more recommendations for applying technology, better operating practices or improved business practices within your company. Alternatively, you may prepare a research report summarizing recent developments in technology, business or management practices, with references, that will be of interest to your management. Your IHRDC mentor must approve the assignment topic in advance, and the final report must be accepted by your manager and the IHRDC mentor before credit is received.