Doctor of Philosophy in Petroleum Engineering — study plan
King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals College of Petroleum Engineering and Geosciences
- Credit hours
- 42
- Levels
- 6
- Courses
- 14
- Degree
- phd
The Doctor of Philosophy in Petroleum Engineering study plan at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals is an accredited phd programme spanning about 3 years (6 academic levels), requiring 42 credit hours across 14 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
First Year - Semester 1 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PETE 6xx | PETE Elective I | 3 |
| PETE 611 | Advanced Fluid Properties and Thermodynamics | 3 |
| PETE 645 | Fluid Flow in Porous Media | 3 |
First Year - Semester 2 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PETE 5xx | PETE Elective II | 3 |
| PETE 6xx | PETE Elective III | 3 |
| PETE 6xx | PETE Elective IV | 3 |
Second Year - Semester 1 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PETE 699 | Seminar | 0 |
| PETE 6xx | PETE Elective V | 3 |
| XXX 5xx | Technical Elective I | 3 |
| XXX 5xx | Technical Elective II | 3 |
Second Year - Semester 2 6 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PETE 711 | PhD Pre-Dissertation | 3 |
| XXX 5xx | Free Elective | 3 |
Third Year - Semester 1 0 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PETE 712 | PhD Dissertation (In Progress) | 0 |
Third Year - Semester 2 9 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PETE 712 | PhD Dissertation | 9 |
This plan is transcribed from the university's official source. Always confirm the plan approved for your own cohort before registering. Official source
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Frequently asked questions about Doctor of Philosophy in Petroleum Engineering
How many credit hours is Doctor of Philosophy in Petroleum Engineering at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals?
Doctor of Philosophy in Petroleum Engineering at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals requires completing 42 credit hours to graduate, spread across 14 courses.
How many years is Doctor of Philosophy in Petroleum Engineering at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals?
The study plan for Doctor of Philosophy in Petroleum Engineering spans about 3 years (6 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Doctor of Philosophy in Petroleum Engineering award?
Doctor of Philosophy in Petroleum Engineering at King Fahd University of Petroleum & Minerals awards a PhD degree after completing 42 credit hours.
Is Doctor of Philosophy in Petroleum Engineering offered at other universities?
Yes, Doctor of Philosophy in Petroleum Engineering is offered at at least 1 other universities in the Beseyat database. You can compare their study plans in the "Same major at other universities" section on this page.