Bachelor of Technology in Petroleum Engineering — study plan
Australian University (Australian College of Kuwait - ACK) College of Engineering
- Credit hours
- 120
- Levels
- 8
- Courses
- 48
- Degree
- bachelor
The Bachelor of Technology in Petroleum Engineering study plan at Australian University (Australian College of Kuwait - ACK) is an accredited bachelor programme spanning about 4 years (8 academic levels), requiring 120 credit hours across 48 courses of required and elective study. The table below lists the courses and their credit hours for each level.
Semester 1 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| ENGL110 | Technical Writing for Engineering | 3 |
| MATH100 | Calculus I | 3 |
| PHYS100 | Physics I | 3 |
| CHEM100 | Chemistry I | 3 |
| MECH120 | Engineering Drawings | 1 |
| ENGI100 | Introduction to Engineering | 1 |
| CHEM109 | Chemistry I Lab | 1 |
Semester 2 15 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH101 | Calculus II | 3 |
| PHYS101 | Physics II | 3 |
| MECH100 | Workshop | 1 |
| CIVL100 | Statics | 3 |
| AIEN120 | Computer Programming | 3 |
| PHYS109 | Physics Lab | 1 |
| AIEN129 | Computer Programming Lab | 1 |
Semester 3 14 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PETR200 | Introduction to Petroleum Engineering | 3 |
| MECH250 | Fluid Mechanics | 3 |
| CIVL210 | Strength of Materials | 3 |
| PETR220 | Reservoir Rock & Fluid Properties | 3 |
| MECH259 | Fluid Mechanics Lab | 1 |
| PETR229 | Reservoir Rock & Fluid Properties Lab | 1 |
Semester 4 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PETR201 | Environmental Control in Petroleum Industry | 3 |
| PETR230 | Drilling Equipment & Operations | 3 |
| PETR240 | Surface Production Facilities & Operations | 3 |
| PETR290 | Project 1 (PBL) | 3 |
| PETR239 | Drilling Equipment & Operations Lab | 1 |
| UEL1 | University Elective 1 Elective | 3 |
Semester 5 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH310 | Linear Algebra and Differential Equations | 3 |
| PETR301 | Thermodynamics & Phase Behavior of Pet. Fluids | 3 |
| PETR310 | Integrated Petroleum Geology | 3 |
| PETR390 | Project 2 (PBL) | 3 |
| PETR309 | Thermodynamics & Phase Behavior Lab | 1 |
| UEL2 | University Elective 2 Elective | 3 |
Semester 6 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| MATH320 | Numerical Analysis | 3 |
| PETR320 | Reservoir Engineering | 3 |
| PETR311 | Well Logging & Formation Evaluation | 3 |
| PETR330 | Drilling Engineering | 3 |
| PETR391 | Project 3 (PBL) | 3 |
| PETR319 | Well Logging & Formation Evaluation Lab | 1 |
Semester 7 16 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PETR420 | Well Testing | 3 |
| PETR440 | Petroleum Production Engineering I | 3 |
| PETR490 | Graduation Project - Part I | 3 |
| PETR318 | Integrated Petroleum Geology Lab | 1 |
| DEL1 | Department Elective 1 Elective | 3 |
| CEL | College Elective Elective | 3 |
Semester 8 12 credits
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PETR400 | Petroleum Econ. & Project Eval. | 3 |
| PETR441 | Petroleum Production Engineering II | 3 |
| PETR491 | Graduation Project - Part II | 3 |
| DEL2 | Department Elective 2 Elective | 3 |
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 Bachelor of Technology in Petroleum Engineering
How many credit hours is Bachelor of Technology in Petroleum Engineering at Australian University (Australian College of Kuwait - ACK)?
Bachelor of Technology in Petroleum Engineering at Australian University (Australian College of Kuwait - ACK) requires completing 120 credit hours to graduate, spread across 48 courses.
How many years is Bachelor of Technology in Petroleum Engineering at Australian University (Australian College of Kuwait - ACK)?
The study plan for Bachelor of Technology in Petroleum Engineering spans about 4 years (8 levels/semesters) under the approved plan.
What degree does Bachelor of Technology in Petroleum Engineering award?
Bachelor of Technology in Petroleum Engineering at Australian University (Australian College of Kuwait - ACK) awards a Bachelor's degree after completing 120 credit hours.