Petroleum Engineering Minor

Department Contact:

Dr. Rachel Wagner

Program Description:

This minor gives the student a working knowledge of Petroleum and Natural Gas engineering, broadening one’s engineering knowledge.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon successful completion of this program, students should have:

• an ability to identify, formulate, and solve complex engineering problems by applying principles of engineering, science, and mathematics;
• an ability to apply engineering design to produce solutions that meet specified needs with consideration of public health, safety, and welfare, as well as global, cultural, social, environmental, and economic factors;
• an ability to communicate effectively with a range of audiences;
• an ability to recognize ethical and professional responsibilities in engineering situations and make informed judgments, which must consider the impact of engineering solutions in global, economic, environmental, and societal contexts;
• an ability to function effectively on a team whose members together provide leadership, create a collaborative and inclusive environment, establish goals, plan tasks, and meet objectives;
• an ability to develop and conduct appropriate experimentation, analyze and interpret data, and use engineering judgment to draw conclusions;
• an ability to acquire and apply new knowledge as needed, using appropriate learning strategies.

Total Credits Required:

15 credits