PTEC 193 Upstream Process

3 CR

In this course, students will be introduced to the various methods and processes for locating and producing oil. In addition, the geology of the formation of oil deposits will be covered as well as an overview of the regulations for oil exploration. The methods and operations include exploration, drilling, completion of the well. The equipment necessary to provide and control these operations, quality control, safety, and jobs available in this industry will also be covered. Students will also do a project related to upstream processing. This course may be either live, a hybrid, or online.
Prerequisite(s): Completion of or concurrent enrollment in CAP 101.