📝 Admission Inputs

Admission to the department requires candidates to possess the following qualifications and attributes:

• Science Proficiency: Strong foundation in chemistry, physics, and mathematics from secondary school or equivalent education.
• Academic Achievement: Competitive grades indicating readiness for engineering studies, particularly in energy and refining disciplines.
• Technical Interest: Demonstrated enthusiasm for petroleum technologies, chemical processing, and industrial engineering.
• Communication Skills: Ability to understand and articulate scientific concepts in English and/or Arabic, both orally and in writing.
• Ethical Responsibility: Awareness of safety standards and ethical practices essential to the oil and gas industry.
• Adaptability & Collaboration: Willingness to work in team-based environments and apply practical problem-solving skills.

 

🎯 Learning Outcomes

Upon graduation, students of the Oil and Gas Refining Engineering Department will be able to:

• Understand Refining Processes: Explain and apply concepts related to distillation, cracking, reforming, and other refining operations.
• Operate Plant Equipment: Safely handle and maintain systems involved in oil and gas processing, including heat exchangers, reactors, and separators.
• Design Processing Units: Participate in the design and optimization of facilities for crude oil refining and petrochemical production.
• Conduct Technical Analysis: Interpret laboratory and field data to monitor performance and ensure compliance with industrial standards.
• Apply Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) Practices: Implement safety procedures and environmental policies within refining contexts.
• Innovate in Energy Solutions: Explore alternative fuels, energy efficiency techniques, and sustainable refining technologies.
• Communicate Professionally: Present engineering findings through technical reports, presentations, and industry documentation.
• Engage in Lifelong Learning: Stay informed about advancements in oil refining, energy transitions, and global market developments.