Bachelor’s program in Petroleum Engineering
Program Description
The Bachelor of Petroleum Engineering program at Alnoor University is a specialized academic and engineering program aimed at preparing engineers with the knowledge and skills required for the exploration and production of oil and natural gas, as well as the management of petroleum reservoirs. It focuses on applying the latest engineering technologies in drilling, production, transportation operations, and enhanced oil recovery. The program emphasizes the integration of fundamental engineering sciences with practical applications through specialized laboratories, engineering simulations, and field training in the oil sector. This prepares graduates to work in oil and gas companies and engineering institutions locally and regionally.
Program Objectives
- Preparing engineers with a solid scientific foundation in petroleum and gas engineering.
- Developing skills in the design and management of drilling and production operations and the exploitation of oil reservoirs.
- Qualifying students to use engineering software and modern technologies in the oil industry.
- Enhancing skills in engineering data analysis and technical decision-making.
- Consolidating the principles of occupational safety, environmental protection, and sustainability in petroleum operations.
- Developing research and innovation skills in the field of petroleum engineering.
- Meeting the needs of the labor market for qualified engineers in the energy sector.
Awarded Qualification
Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering (B.Sc.)
Qualification Level
- Level 6 of the Iraqi National Qualifications Framework (INQF), or its equivalent, in accordance with the regulations of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research.
Special Admission Requirements
Students are admitted in accordance with the regulations of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and the approved admission criteria, provided that they satisfy the admission requirements.
Qualification Requirements and Regulations
Requirements for the Award of the Bachelor's Degree:
- Completion of all required credit hours.
- Successful completion of all courses.
- Commitment to university regulations and instructions.
- Completion of the field training requirements, if applicable.
Recognition of Prior Learning (RPL)
Prior learning or coursework completed at recognized educational institutions may be credited in accordance with the applicable regulations and instructions of the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and Alnoor University.
Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs)
By the end of the program, graduates will be able to:
- Applying the principles of mathematics, physics, chemistry, and engineering sciences to solve petroleum-related problems.
- Design and management of well drilling, completion, and production operations in accordance with engineering standards.
- Analysis of reservoir properties and evaluation of reservoir performance using specialized software.
- Planning primary, secondary, and enhanced oil and gas recovery operations.
- Use modern engineering software for modeling, simulation, and data analysis.
- Applying occupational health and safety standards and environmental protection in petroleum operations.
- Preparation of technical and economic studies and management of oil projects.
- Working within multidisciplinary engineering teams and adhering to professional ethics and continuous professional development.
Iraqi National Qualifications Framework (INQF)
| Learning Domain | Program Learning Outcomes (PLOs) |
|---|---|
| Knowledge and Understanding | Familiarity with the principles of petroleum engineering, geology, fluid mechanics, reservoirs, and drilling and production operations. |
| Skills | Engineering design, analysis, the use of specialized software, and the management of petroleum operations. |
| Application | Application of engineering solutions in the exploration and production of oil and gas efficiently and safely. |
| Values | Commitment to professional ethics, safety, environmental sustainability, and teamwork. |
Course and Program Learning Outcomes Matrix
| Course | Knowledge | Skills | Application | Values |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Petroleum Engineering | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Petroleum Geology | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Mechanical Engineering | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Drilling Engineering | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Production Engineering | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Reservoir Fluid Engineering | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Economics of Oil and Gas | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
| Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ | ✓ |
Professional profiles of graduates
or Graduate professional profiles
The program qualifies its graduates to work in:
- National and international oil and gas companies.
- Exploration and production companies.
- Oilfield services companies
- Drilling and well maintenance companies.
- Companies for the transportation and storage of oil and gas.
- Refineries and petrochemical plants.
- Government institutions and regulatory bodies in the energy sector.
- Engineering consulting offices
- Universities and research centers after completing postgraduate studies.
Opportunities to continue studying or the possibility of pursuing postgraduate studies.
Graduates can pursue further studies in:
- Master’s degree in Petroleum Engineering
- Master’s degree in Reservoir Engineering.
- Master’s degree in Drilling and Production Engineering.
- Master’s degree in Natural Gas Engineering.
- Master’s degree in Energy Engineering.
- PhD in Petroleum Engineering or related engineering disciplines.
- Specialized professional programs in petroleum project management, industrial safety, reservoir management, and production analysis.
Examination regulations, assessment, and grading.
The program adopts the evaluation system approved by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research and Alnoor University, and includes: specifically.
- daily assessments
- term exams
- Final exams
- Laboratory reports
- Engineering projects
- Summer training and field training
- Presentations
- Commitment to academic integrity standards and policies for combating cheating and scientific plagiarism.
Graduation requirements
Requirements for the Award of the Bachelor's Degree:
- Passing all academic courses successfully
- Completion of all required credit hours
- Passing the summer training or field training according to the study plan
- Successful completion of the graduation project
- Meeting the minimum required cumulative GPA
- Adherence to all academic regulations and instructions
Completion 240 ECTS credits successfully
Academic study mode
- The duration of study is four years
- The program is based on theoretical lectures, engineering laboratories, simulation using specialized software, field training in oil fields and petroleum facilities, applied projects, and scientific seminars, all of which enhance graduates’ readiness to work in the oil and gas sector.
Program coordinator
Program Coordinator of the Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering (B.Sc. in Petroleum Engineering)
The program coordinator is responsible for supervising the implementation of the study plan, monitoring the achievement of learning outcomes, and ensuring the quality of the program. They also work on developing curricula in line with the latest developments in petroleum engineering and energy, coordinating between faculty members and students, and overseeing laboratories and field training, in accordance with academic accreditation requirements and quality assurance policies at Alnoor University.