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Question: Can you pursue a career of petroleum engineering with a bachelor degree of chemistry?
Category: Education > Higher Education (College +)
Keywords: bachelor, degree, chemistry, petroleum engineering, career
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Petroleum engineers search the world for reservoirs containing oil or natural gas. Once these resources are discovered, petroleum engineers work with geologists and other specialists to understand the geologic formation and properties of the rock containing the reservoir, determine the drilling methods to be used, and monitor drilling and production operations. They design equipment and processes to achieve the maximum profitable recovery of oil and gas. Because only a small proportion of oil and gas in a reservoir flows out under natural forces, petroleum engineers develop and use various enhanced recovery methods. These include injecting water, chemicals, gases, or steam into an oil reservoir to force out more of the oil and doing computer-controlled drilling or fracturing to connect a larger area of a reservoir to a single well. Because even the best techniques in use today recover only a portion of the oil and gas in a reservoir, petroleum engineers research and develop technology and methods to increase recovery and lower the cost of drilling and production operations.

To become a petroleum engineer, you need to obtain a minimum bachelor's degree and have the necessary background in science and engineering, especially earth sciences.  It is also very good for potential candidates to have an interest in the physical sciences and mathematics. The analytical reasoning that comes from these disciplines will help any petroleum engineer, not to mention that the position does require extensive chemistry and math knowledge. Many large companies have formal training programs for beginners. Recent graduates generally start as assistants to experienced engineers.

A bachelor's degree may not be enough in some places, as more and more engineers are pursuing their graduate degrees to better suit their employers. It is possible to get a degree specifically in petroleum engineering, but only a handful of universities such as the Illinois Institute or Technology, Texas Tech University and the Colorado School or Mines offer this program. Most petroleum engineering degrees exist at the master's level. Your undergraduate curriculum should emphasize math, chemistry, and physics. In addition, classes in language, composition, and economics are recommended. Always remember that you will be working as part of a team, writing reports, and drafting proposals. Therefore, the ability to communicate effectively is an important asset to develop in college.

To answer this question, you can pursue a career of petroleum engineering with a bachelor degree of chemistry. Make sure you prepare yourself with knowledge and skills in earth science and engineering. It is better to continue your education to obtain a master's degree in petroleum engineering with domain specific knowledge for your future career.

More readings:

[1] Guide to College Majors in Petroleum Engineering, World Wide Learn

[2] Petroleum Engineer Jobs, JobMonkey, Inc.

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