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Petroleum Engineering Technology (Co-op)

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  • School of Engineering Technology
  • Duration: Three Years


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Overview

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The world demand for energy is growing and the oil and gas industry will supply much of this energy for decades to come.  The sustained discoveries of oil and gas along the East Coast coupled with continued oil and gas discoveries on the Grand Banks of Newfoundland and Labrador, and in the Arctic Regions, renews Canada’s commitment to become self-sufficient in its fossil energy needs. As a result, the industry continues to demand highly skilled engineering technologists to fulfill many roles. The three-year TAC Accredited Petroleum Engineering Technology (Co-op) program is designed to train technologists for lucrative careers in the oil and gas industry, which is supported by the increased interest in sustainable methods of further enhancing science and technology to develop these reservoirs.

 
OBJECTIVES
As a petroleum engineering technologist, the graduate will have the knowledge and skill that will allow him/her to:
  1. Demonstrate the knowledge, skills and attitudes required to participate in finding solutions to sustainable Oil and Gas development.
  2. Construct and interpret maps and sections using surface geology, subsurface (drill hole) geology and geophysical data.
  3. Interpret topographic maps & profiles, geologic maps & sections, and seismic data to assist in land-based and offshore resource exploration and development.
  4.  Analyze drill cuttings, drill core, and data from open-hole & cased-hole logging tools to evaluate reservoir formations in terms of porosity, permeability, fluid saturation and net pay.
  5. Assist in planning, designing, inspecting, supervising, and constructing oil and gas wells.
  6. Assist in estimating petroleum reserves and optimizing productivity using petroleum engineering principles.
  7. Select, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain the equipment associated with the separation of the produced gas/oil/water fluids.
CURRICULUM
General education consisting of Project Management Skills (theoretical and applied), Communication Skills (oral and written), Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry, Electrotechnology, Computers, Engineering Graphics, Technology Awareness, and Student Success.

Specific education consisting of technical courses covering Mechanics, Fluid Mechanics, Thermodynamics, Materials and Processes, Instrumentation and Capstone Project.

Practical education employing labs and shops focused on Drilling, Production, Facilities, Reservoir and Geology.

Work exposure consisting of field experience, gained from a minimum 12 week work term which provides students the opportunity to gain valuable related work experience.
CERTIFICATIONS
Students in Petroleum Engineering Technology (Co-op) program will be required to complete the following safety certifications throughout their three-years of study:
  • H2S Awareness
  • WHMIS
  • Standard First Aid/Heart Start
  • Transportation of Dangerous Goods (TDG) - during the second year of studies.

*Students should be aware that additional fees may apply for external certifications.

Note:  Students will also be required to complete a number of non-credit co-op education seminars throughout the program (resume writing, job search skills and interview preparation).
ACCREDITATION
This program is accredited by Technology Accreditation Canada under the mandate of the Canadian Council of Technicians and Technologists.
 
The academic credentials of graduates of accredited technology programs are recognized internationally by the signatories of the Sydney Accord. This provides graduates of the program with both national and international mobility for work and/or study.

Admission Requirements


Eligibility for admission to an Engineering Technology program requires the applicant to meet one of the following four academic criteria:
 
1.  High School
High School Graduation Certificate with a 60% overall average in the following (or equivalent):
i. English (2 credits) (minimum 60%) from: 3201
ii.  Mathematics (4 credits) chosen from:
Advanced:  2200, 3200 (50% minimum in each course)
Academic:  2201 (50% minimum), 3201 (60% minimum)
Note: Students who received a combined average of 70% in high school Academic Mathematics 2201 and 3201, or a pass in both high school
Advanced Mathematics 2200 and 3200 can be exempted from Math 1700. Students must apply for the exemption.
iii. Science (4 credits) two of which must be selected from:
Biology: 3201
Physics: 3204
Chemistry: 3202
Earth Systems: 3209
Note: The remaining two Science credits to be chosen from the highest Science mark in level 1, 2 or 3.
2.  College Transition (prior to 2024, students would have completed Comprehensive Arts and Science (CAS) Transition)
College Transition Certificate with the following courses:
i. English (minimum 60%): CM1060
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, CM1061
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ii. Math (60% MINIMUM) MA1040
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, MA1041
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iii. Two Science courses chosen from one of the following three combinations:
a. Introductory Biology: BL1025
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, BL1026
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b. Introductory Chemistry: CH1035
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, CH1036
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c. Introductory Physics: PH1055
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, PH1056
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Note: It is strongly recommended that College Transition students who intend to enroll in Engineering Technology programs complete both of the Chemistry courses and both of the Physics courses.
3.  Adult Basic Education (ABE)
Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with Degree and Technical Profile including the following courses (or equivalent):
i. English (60% minimum) 3101A, 3101B, 3101C 
ii. Mathematics (60% minimum) 1101A, 1101B, 1101C, 2101A, 2101B, 2101C, 3101A, 3101B, 3101C
iii. Science from one of the following sections:
a. Biology 1101, 2101A, 2101B, 2101C, 3101A, 3101B, 3101C
b. Chemistry 1102, 2102A, 2102B, 2102C, 3102A, 3102B, 3102C
c. Physics 1104, 2104A, 2104B, 2104C, 3104A, 3104B, 3104C
Applicants with Adult Basic Education (Level III) Graduation with a different Profile may be eligible for admission to the program provided the appropriate selection of courses including those outlined above have been completed.
4.  Mature Student Requirements
Applicants who do not meet the education prerequisites for this program, are 19 years at the time of application and out of school for at least one year may be considered on an individual basis under the Mature Student Requirements; for more information regarding the Mature Student Requirements please refer to Procedure AC-102-PR Admission.

International Applicants – English Proficiency
All international applicants must meet the College’s English language proficiency requirements for acceptance into our regular programs; for more information regarding the College’s English language proficiency requirements please refer to AC-102-PR, Admission Procedures, Section 5.2 English Proficiency.
 

Courses


CODE TITLE Hrs/wk
Semester 1 Fall Cr Le La
CH1120
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Chemistry 4 3 2
PH1150
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Applied Physics 5 4 2
EG1110
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Engineering Graphics 3 2 2
MC1850
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Spreadsheet Applications 1 0 2
MA1700
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Mathematics 4 3 2
CM1400
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Technical Report Writing I 3 3 0
LW1540
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Law, Ethics & Sustainability 3 3 0
         
Semester 2 Winter Cr Le La
CH1121
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Chemistry 4 3 2
EG1430
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AutoCAD Essentials 3 2 2
MA1101
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Advanced Mathematics 5 5 0
CM1401
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Technical Report Writing II 3 3 0
FM2102
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Fluid Mechanics 3 3 1
GE1520
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Physical Geology 3 2 2
CI2250
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Hydraulics 1 1 1
         
Semester 3 Intersession Cr Le La
CF3201
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Materials & Corrosion 4 3 2
GE1502
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Petroleum Geology I 4 3 2
SP2455
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Petroleum OHS Management 3 3 0
SE2150
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Safety Certifications 0 0 0
The Course and Lab hours per week are based on a 15 week semester. In Intersession, the Course and Lab hours will be adjusted to reflect the shorter semester length. Refer to course outline.
         
Semester 4 Fall Cr Le La
CH2330
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Petroleum Organic Chemistry 3 2 2
MA2100
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Mathematics - Calculus 5 5 0
CM2800
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Oral/Written Communication Skills 3 3 0
TD2100
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Thermodynamics 3 3 1
GE2510
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Petroleum Geology II 4 3 2
CF2545
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Mechanics of Solids 3 3 1
CI1125
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Process Instrumentation and Control Systems 2 2 1
         
Semester 5 Winter Cr Le La
CH2335
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Petroleum Chemistry 3 2 2
MA1670
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Statistics 4 4 1
TD3140
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Heat Transfer 3 3 1
PM2130
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Drilling 4 3 2
PM2230
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Completions 4 3 2
PM2321
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Reservoir Estimates 4 3 2
         
Semester 6 Spring Cr Le La
WT1400
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Work Term 5 0 0
The Course and Lab hours per week are based on a 15 week semester.  The Course and Lab hours will be adjusted to reflect the shorter semester length.  Refer to course outline.
         
Semester 7 Fall Cr Le La
PR3150
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Project Management & Financial Analysis 4 4 0
PM2420
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Logging and Formation Evaluation 5 4 2
PM2140
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Well Planning 4 3 2
PM2520
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Oil Facilities 3 3 1
PM2222
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Production 3 3 1
PM2330
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Reservoir Analysis 4 3 2
PR2880
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Capstone Project I (Seminar) 0 1 0
The credit hour from PR2880
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Capstone Project I (Seminar) in Semester 7 is allotted to PR2881
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Capstone Project II in Semester 8.
         
Semester 8 Winter Cr Le La
PR3110
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Petroleum Risk Assessment 2 2 1
PM2402
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Production Logging & Applications 3 2 2
PM2180
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Well Control 2 1 3
PM2530
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Gas Facilities & Flow Assurance 4 3 3
PM2600
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Intervention 4 3 2
EN3400
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Environmental Mgmt. and Protection 3 3 0
PR2881
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Capstone Project II 4 3 0

 

Careers & Pathways


CAREER OPPORTUNITIES
Graduates of this program may obtain employment in all aspects of the petroleum industry. These opportunities include but are not limited to oil and natural gas exploration, production and processing, refining, oil and gas pipeline construction, gas utilities, as well as a variety of related activities associated with refining and transportation.

Graduates with two years of progressive work experience may be eligible to receive the designation of Professional Technologist (P. Tech) upon completion of a Professional Practice and Ethics Exam.


Tuition & Fees


Canadian Students

The confirmation fee is due within two weeks of receipt of your Letter of Acceptance. It is required in order to hold your seat in the program.

Base Fees

Mandatory Fees

  • Application Fee - $30.00 per program (non-refundable) | Application Page
    Application fees must be paid for each application to the College.
    Application fees are only refundable if the program does not go ahead, and the applicant does not want to transfer the application to another program.
  • Confirmation Fee - $103.00 per program annually (non-refundable)
    Student must pay a non-refundable fee on confirmation of acceptance to each program at the College. The fee covers registration and student association fees and is paid annually for the duration of the program.
  • Academic Audit Fee (once per program) - $50.00
  • Technology Fee (per semester) - $83.00
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Full-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Regular Term (15-weeks)
Engineering Technology (per semester) - $1,301.00

Intersession (up to 7-weeks)
Engineering Technology (per semester) - $625.00
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Part-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Tuition Fee (per course) - $320.00

Regulations

Regulations Governing Payment of Fees & Charges

  1. All student fees must be paid by the date specified in each term.  The dates are listed in the Academic Calendar on page. Students receiving Student Aid must present their notification of Student Aid form on the first day of classes. These students are permitted to have fees outstanding until receipt of the Student Aid, at which time these students must pay their accounts in full.
  2. Students who have not paid all fees within the time limits given in these regulations may have their registration cancelled by the College.
  3. Students with outstanding accounts will be ineligible for a subsequent term, will not be awarded a diploma or certificate, access to register, and will not be issued a certificate of standing (transcript), grade report, or access to on-line grades until the outstanding account has been paid in full. It is the student’s responsibility to address outstanding balances and to work with their respective campus student services office on inquiries related to their account balance.
  4. Should the College cancel a program, all tuition and fees paid will be refunded.
  5. Out of sequence students registering or withdrawing within a term will pay a prorated tuition and equipment and materials fee per week.
  6. Students taking courses above their normal term load (requires application to extend normal course load per semester) will pay tuition for each additional course taken.
  7. Senior Citizens, 60 years and older, are required to pay 50% of confirmation fee and tuition.
  8. Students wishing to audit a course will pay 50% of the tuition and 100% of the technology fees (if applicable).

 

International Students

A fee, which is applied toward program tuition and compulsory fees and includes a deposit fee, is due within two weeks of receipt of your Letter of Acceptance.

Base Fees

Mandatory Fees

  • Application Fee - $100.00 per program (non-refundable) | Application Page
    Applicants must pay a non-refundable fee for each application to the College.
  • The following fees are due within two (2) weeks of date of Letter of of acceptance to each program at the college:
    • Confirmation Fee - $103.00 per program annually (non-refundable)
      Student must pay this non-refundable fee on confirmation of acceptance to each program at the College. The fee covers registration and student association fees and is paid annually for the duration of the program.
    • First Semester Tuition- which includes the $1500 Deposit Fee
      Deposit fee - $1500 non-refundable, non-transferable fee.
  • Academic Audit Fee (once per program) - $50.00
  • Technology Fee (per semester) - $83.00
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Full-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Regular Term (15-weeks)
Engineering Technology (per semester) - $4,685.00

Intersession (up to 7-weeks)
Engineering Technology (per semester) - $2,344.00
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Part-Time Student Fees

Certificate & Diploma Programs:

Tuition Fee (per course) - $1,046.00
Exceptions:
  • Heavy Equipment Operator (per week) - $354.00
  • Commercial Driver (per week) - $354.00
  • All other Trade programs (per week) - $313.00

Estimated Program Costs

The document below is meant to highlight estimated program costs for the intake of 2024-2025. The estimates apply only to International Student. All costs shown are subject to change without notice.

Estimated Program Costs for International Students (2024-2025) 


Making Payments

Application fee:
If applying online, the application fee must be paid via credit card when completing and submitting your application to College of the North Atlantic.

For all other tuition payments:
College of the North Atlantic has partnered with PayMyTuition for international tuition payments. All tuition payments, unless otherwise noted, can be paid via PayMyTuition. With PayMyTuition, you can pay your tuition payments from any bank, in any country in any currency at better than bank exchange rates. PayMyTuition is fast, simple, and cost effective.
Please note that you can only use PayMyTuition once you have being assigned a CNA student number.
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Regulations

Regulations Governing Payment of Fees & Charges

  1. All student fees must be paid by the date specified in each term.  The dates are listed in the Academic Calendar on page. Students receiving Student Aid must present their notification of Student Aid form on the first day of classes. These students are permitted to have fees outstanding until receipt of the Student Aid, at which time these students must pay their accounts in full.
  2. Students who have not paid all fees within the time limits given in these regulations may have their registration cancelled by the College.
  3. Students with outstanding accounts will be ineligible for a subsequent term, will not be awarded a diploma or certificate, access to register, and will not be issued a certificate of standing (transcript), grade report, or access to on-line grades until the outstanding account has been paid in full. It is the student’s responsibility to address outstanding balances and to work with their respective campus student services office on inquiries related to their account balance.
  4. Should the College cancel a program, all tuition and fees paid will be refunded.
  5. Out of sequence students registering or withdrawing within a term will pay a prorated tuition and equipment and materials fee per week.
  6. Students taking courses above their normal term load (requires application to extend normal course load per semester) will pay tuition for each additional course taken.
  7. Senior Citizens, 60 years and older, are required to pay 50% of confirmation fee and tuition.
  8. Students wishing to audit a course will pay 50% of the tuition and 100% of the technology fees (if applicable).



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