PETROLEUM ENGINEERING HANDBOOK

Department of  Chemical and Petroleum Engineering Igbinedion University, Okada.

The Department of  Chemical and Petroleum Engineering at Igbinedion University integrates learning based on teaching, innovation and research. Our goal for our undergraduate and graduate  programme is to produce students with high academic standards, entrepreneurial, ethical  and innovative abilities, having the necessary   soft skills for problem-solving to meet national and global  standards.  Our programmes are structured to enhance graduate employability in an ever growing and competitive world.   The department has many multidisciplinary  collaborations with other institutions and the industry, in addition to other educational projects /research created to serve the host community. The Chemical Engineering and  Petroleum Engineering programmes in the university  began over two decades ago and over the years the department  has grown  in many ways producing  many highly skilled, creative  graduates who are engaged in different companies in Nigeria and abroad.

Vision:

The vision of the department is to become one of the best Petroleum  Engineering Department in Nigeria, where the advancement of engineering and technology is continuously dynamic. Producing highly skilled, knowledgeable   graduates who are capable of proffering innovative and  lasting solutions to industrial challenges in the public and private sectors of the economy. Hence  contributing to rapid industrialization and development of Nigeria.

Mission

Our  Mission is to develop a national resource that will continue to support the development of Nigeria, its economic diversification to make it responsive to the needs of government, industry and society

 Programs Educational Objectives (PEOS)

Programs educational objectives(PEOS) is what the program is preparing graduates for in their career and professional life.  Our current PEOS are hinged on  knowledge,  problem solving, competency, commitment to sustainable development, leadership, lifelong learning driven by innovation and research.

PEO’s  FOR  PETROLEUM ENGINEERING PROGRAMME

  • Knowledge, Technical Skill and Lifelong Learning . Demonstrate in depth knowledge and skills in the field of Petroleum Engineering and are committed to lifelong learning in research and innovation
  • Problem Solving, Creativity and Competency. .Highly competent graduate who are resourceful, creative and will actively engage in problem-solving using petroleum engineering principles to address the evolving needs of industry and society
  • Leadership, Team Work, Integrity and Safety. Execute and manage teamwork, display leadership, interpersonal skills and are committed to professional growth while  considering environmental, cultural, ethical, health   and safety aspect.

 PETROLEUM ENGINEERING PROGRAMMES OUTCOME (POs)

A graduate of Petroleum engineering programme is expected to have the  ability to:

  1. Engineering Knowledge: apply knowledge of mathematics, science, engineering fundamentals and an engineering specialization to the solution of developmental and complex engineering problems;
  2. ii. Problem Analysis: identify, formulate, research literature and analyze developmental and complex engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences;
  • Design/Development of Solutions: proffer solutions for developmental or complex engineering problems and design systems, components or processes that meet specified needs with appropriate consideration for public health and safety, cultural, societal and environmental considerations;
  1. Investigation: conduct investigation into developmental or complex problems using research based knowledge and research methods including design of experiments, analysis and interpretation of data, and synthesis of information to provide valid conclusions;
  2. Modern Tool Usage: create, select and apply appropriate techniques, resources and modern engineering and ICT tools, including prediction, modelling and optimization to developmental and complex engineering activities, with an understanding of the limitations;
  3. The Engineer and Society: apply reasoning informed by contextual knowledge including Humanities and Social Sciences to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional engineering practice;
  • Environment and Sustainability: understand the impact of professional engineering solutions in societal and environmental contexts and demonstrate knowledge of and need for sustainable development;
  • Ethics: apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of engineering practice
  1. Individual and Team Work: function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams and in multi-disciplinary settings
  2. Communication: communicate effectively on developmental or complex engineering activities with the engineering community and with society at large, such as being able to comprehend and write effective reports and design documentation, make effective presentations, and give and receive clear instructions;
  3. Project Management: demonstrate knowledge and understanding of engineering, management and financial principles and apply these to one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects and in multidisciplinary environments
  • Lifelong Learning: recognize the need for, and have the preparations and ability to engage in independent and lifelong learning in the broadest context of technological and social changes.

 UNDERGRADUATE AND   POSTGRADUATE PROGRAMMES

 (  BENG, PGD,  MENG AND PHD)

Area of  Specialization

 Petroleum Engineering                                           

  • Drilling Engineering
  • Reservoir Engineering
  • Petroleum Production Processes
  • Natural Gas Processing And Engineering

BASIC ADMISSION REQIUREMENT

 Undergraduate  Admission Requirements:

  1. UTME Entry Mode

In addition to acceptable passes in UTME, the minimum academic requirement is credit level passes in at least five subjects at O’Level in nationally recognised examination including English Language, Mathematics, Physics, Chemistry and other acceptable science subject at not more than two sittings. It is also desirable for candidates to pass Further Mathematics and Technical Drawing at credit level, such candidates shall have added advantage.

A National Diploma certificate from approved universities or colleges of technologies or Polytechnics with a grade not lower than Merit.  In addition, the applicant must possess five credits at SSCE/GCE O’ level or its equivalent in subjects which includes English Language, Mathematics Chemistry, Physics and any other science subject.

  1. Direct Entry Mode:
  2. Two A’ level passes in Mathematics, Chemistry and an additional subsidiary subject. Candidates are expected to possess five credits including English Language, Mathematics, Chemistry, Physics and any other science subject. Results at O’level and A’ level must be obtained at not more than two sittings.
  3. Holders of OND and HND at minimum of upper credit level are eligible for consideration for admission into 200 and 300 levels respectively.
  4. Inter-University Transfer Mode

Students can transfer into 200-Level courses provided they have the relevant qualifications. Universities are to satisfy themselves that the grades obtained by such candidates are acceptable.

 POST GRADUATE ADMISSION REQUIREMENTS

 Post Graduate Diploma Program in Petroleum Engineering

Applicants with the following qualifications will be considered for admission:

First Degree in any area of Engineering or Physical Sciences with a minimum of Third-class honors.

 Higher National Diploma (HND) in Petroleum Engineering with a minimum of upper credit level from a recognized institution. Holders of the HND at lower units with a minimum of five (5) years post-qualification relevant experience may also be considered.

Master of Engineering (M. Eng) in Petroleum Engineering

Applicants for the Meng programme must possess a least one of the following qualifications:

  • At least a Second-Class Lower, Honors degree, in Petroleum Engineering of the Igbinedion University or other recognized institution of higher learning.
  • Candidates having at least a Credit in the Postgraduate Diploma in Petroleum Engineering of the Igbinedion University or other recognized institution.

Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) in Petroleum Engineering

Applicants for the PhD programme must possess a least one of the following qualifications:

  • Sc. or M. Eng. Degree in Petroleum Engineering with a minimum weighted average of 60% or a CGPA of 3.50 on a 5-point scale.
  • Phil. Degree in Petroleum from any recognized institution.