Introduction
Petroleum Engineering is an engineering filed that involves activities related to exploration and production of hydrocarbons within the upstream sector. The curriculum in Petroleum Engineering is intended to prepare students for the oil and gas industry and other fields which implicate fluid flow from subsurface reservoirs to the surface, design of surface collection and treatment facilities, as well as specific task associate to drilling, production, reservoir engineering and transportation of hydrocarbons to a refinery or pipeline.
The programme stresses the development of strong fundamentals in mathematics, sciences and engineering followed by a thorough coverage of fundamental petroleum engineering courses such as Introduction to Petroleum Engineering, Petroleum Geoscience, Drilling Engineering, Reservoir Engineering, Well Test Analysis and others. Courses in geology provide an understanding of the geological structures and conditions favourable for petroleum deposits. The fundamental courses in Petroleum Engineering which illustrate the application of the engineering principles to the type of problems and solution methods used in the petroleum industry.
Prior to completion of study, students are required to complete various projects ranging from engineering design, field development project (FDP), and individual projects selected from actual oil and gas field data and relevant industrial problems.
Programme Educational Objective
- Petroleum Engineers who are competent with the potential to become leaders in Oil and Gas industry.
- Engineers who are committed to sustainable development of Oil and Gas industry for the betterment of the society.
Programme Outcomes
To produce well-rounded graduates with the following outcomes:
- Apply knowledge of mathematics, natural science, engineering fundamentals and engineering specialisation to the solution of complex Petroleum Engineering problems.
- Identify, formulate, conduct research literature and analyse complex Petroleum Engineering problems reaching substantiated conclusions using first principles of mathematics, natural sciences and engineering sciences.
- Design solutions for complex Petroleum 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.
- Conduct investigation of complex Petroleum Engineering 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.
- Select and apply appropriate techniques, resources, and modern engineering and IT tools, including prediction and modelling, to evaluate complex Petroleum Engineering problems, with an understanding of the limitations.
- Apply reasoning informed by contextual knowledge to assess societal, health, safety, legal and cultural issues and the consequent responsibilities relevant to professional engineering practice and solutions to complex Petroleum Engineering problems.
- Evaluate sustainability and impact of professional engineering work in the solutions of complex Petroleum Engineering problems in societal and environmental contexts.
- Apply ethical principles and commit to professional ethics and responsibilities and norms of engineering practice.
- Function effectively as an individual, and as a member or leader in diverse teams and in multi-disciplinary settings.
- Communicate effectively on complex Petroleum Engineering activities with the engineering community and society.
- Apply knowledge of Petroleum Engineering management principles and Petroleum economic decision making in one’s own work, as a member and leader in a team, to manage projects in multidisciplinary environments.
- Recognise the need for, and have the preparation and ability to engage in independent and life-long learning in the broadest context of technological change.
Graduation Requirements
In order to graduate with the Bachelor of Petroleum Engineering with Honours degree, students are required to obtain a minimum of 143 credit hours and a minimum CGPA of 2.00/4.00.
| Summary of Courses Required for Graduation | |
| Course Group (G) | Number of Credit Hours |
| NR – National Requirement | 10 |
| UR – University Requirement | 14 |
| CC – Core Common | 25 |
| CD – Core Discipline | 71 |
| CI – Core Industrial Internship | 14 |
| CSp – Core Specialisation | 9 |
| TOTAL | 143 |
Programme Curriculum Structure:
Bachelor of Petroleum Engineering with Honours
| SEMESTER 1 | |||
| Code | Courses | Cr | G |
| MPU3122 MPU3142 |
TITAS (Local) BM Komunikasi 2 (International) |
2 | NR |
| PEB1012 | Introduction to Oil & Gas Industry & Sustainable Development | 2 | UR |
| FEM1013 | Engineering Mathematics 1 | 3 | CC |
| PEB1023 | Petroleum Engineering Thermodynamics | 3 | CD |
| PEB1033 | Fundamental of Petroleum Exploration Engineering | 3 | CD |
| | Credit Hours | 13 | |
| SEMESTER 2 | |||
| Code | Courses | Cr | G |
| MPU3112 MPU3172 |
Hubungan Etnik (Local) & Malaysian Studies 3 (International) | 2 | NR |
| FEM1023 | Engineering Mathematics 2 | 3 | CC |
| CEB1032 | Health, Safety & Environment | 2 | CC |
| PEB1043 | Reservoir Rock Properties | 3 | CD |
| PEB1053 | Reservoir Fluid Properties | 3 | CD |
| PEB1061 | Reservoir Rock and Fluid Properties Lab | 1 | CD |
| | Credit Hours | 14 | |
| SEMESTER 3 | |||
| Code | Courses | Cr | G |
| MPU 2 | One (1) MPU2 Course | 2 | NR |
| LEB1042 | Academic Writing | 2 | NR |
| KXXxxx1 | Co Curriculum I | 1 | UR |
| FEM1063 | Statistics and Application | 3 | CC |
| FEM1073 | Computational Method | 3 | CC |
| PEB1073 | Statics and Dynamics | 3 | CD |
| | Credit Hours | 14 | |
| SEMESTER 4 | |||
| Code | Courses | Cr | G |
| MPU 3 | One (1) MPU3 Course | 2 | NR |
| HEB1023 | Scientific Inquiry | 3 | UR |
| MEB2024 | Solid Mechanics | 4 | CD |
| PEB2013 | Fluid Mechanics | 3 | CD |
| PEB2023 | Reservoir Engineering I | 3 | CD |
| | Credit Hours | | |
| SEMESTER 5 | |||
| Code | Courses | Cr | G |
| HEB2033 | Professional Communication Skills | 3 | UR |
| PEB2034 | Drilling Engineering I | 4 | CD |
| PEB2044 | Well Logging and Formation Evaluation | 4 | CD |
| PEB2053 | Reservoir Engineering II | 3 | CD |
| | Credit Hours | | |
| SEMESTER 6 | |||
| Code | Courses | Cr | G |
| Kxxxxx1 | Co Curriculum II | 1 | UR |
| GEB2102 | Entrepreneurship | 2 | UR |
| MEB2063 | Engineering Team Project | 3 | CC |
| PEB2063 | Production Engineering I | 3 | CD |
| PEB2073 | Drilling Engineering II | 3 | CD |
| | Credit Hours | | |
| SEMESTER 7 | |||
| Code | Courses | Cr | G |
| MPU 4/HEB1012 | Community Engagement Project | 2 | NR |
| FEM2063 | Data Analytics | 3 | CC |
| PEB3013 | Production Engineering II | 3 | CD |
| PEB3024 | Reservoir Modelling and Simulation | 4 | CD |
| PEB3033 | Well Test Analysis | 3 | CD |
| | Credit Hours | | |
| STUDENT INDUSTRIAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME | |||
| Code | Courses | Cr | G |
| IEB3037 | Student Industrial Training (SIT) | 7 | CI |
| | Credit Hours | | |
| STUDENT INDUSTRIAL INTERNSHIP PROGRAMME | |||
| Code | Courses | Cr | G |
| IEB3047 | 7 | CI | |
| | Credit Hours | | |
| SEMESTER 8 | |||
| Code | Courses | Cr | G |
| VEB3102 | Project Management | 2 | CC |
| PEB4013 | Gas Field Engineering | 3 | CD |
| PEB4022 | Final Year Project I | 2 | CD |
| PEB4032 | Petroleum Economics | 2 | CD |
| PEB4XX3 | Core Specialisation I | 3 | CSp |
| | Credit Hours | | |
| SEMESTER 9 | |||
| Code | Courses | Cr | G |
| PEB4044 | Final Year Project II | 4 | CD |
| PEB4053 | Field Development Project I | 3 | CD |
| PEB4XX3 | 3 | CSp | |
| | Credit Hours | | |
| SEMESTER 10 | |||
| Code | Courses | Cr | G |
| EEB4073 | Engineers in Society | 3 | CC |
| PEB4064 | Field Development Project II | 4 | CD |
| PEB4XX3 | 3 | CSp | |
| | Credit Hours | | |
| Total Credit Hours : 143 |
Core Specialisation (CSp) Courses
Choose any of the following sets of Core Specialisation areas (set A, B, or C) for Core Specialisation I, II and III. Students can choose based on 3+0 or 2+1 concept.
| A. Reservoir Engineering | ||||
| No | Code | Course Name | Cr | G |
| 1 | PEB4113 | Enhanced Oil Recovery | 3 | CSp |
| 2 | PEB4123 | Advanced Well Test Analysis | 3 | CSp |
| 3 | PEB4133 | Advanced Reservoir Simulation | 3 | CSp |
| 4 | PEB4143 | Unconventional Hydrocarbon | 3 | CSp |
| B. Drilling Engineering | ||||
| No | Code | Courses | Cr | G |
| 1 | PEB4213 | Drilling Fluids and Cementing Technology | 3 | CSp |
| 2 | PEB4223 | Advances in Drilling Technology | 3 | CSp |
| 3 | PEB4233 | Principles of Well Design | 3 | CSp |
| C. Production Engineering | ||||
| No | Code | Courses | Cr | G |
| 1 | PEB4313 | Production System Optimization | 3 | CSp |
| 2 | PEB4323 | Well Stimulation Techniques | 3 | CSp |
| 3 | PEB4333 | Flow Assurance | 3 | CSp |
Minor (EM) Courses
Engineering students who are interested to enhance their knowledge in management and business will have the option to complete courses offered under Minor. There are four Minor packages available to Engineering students as follows:
- Minor in Entrepreneurship
- Minor in International Relations
- Minor in Project Management
- Minor in Big Data Analytics
In order to be eligible for Minor, students are required to pass and complete all the courses under the same package (15 credits). Results obtained from courses under Minor will be counted into GPA/CGPA calculation. Students are reminded that the option to complete Minor courses are at the students’ discretion and are not compulsory. The total credit hours accumulated under Minor courses will be over and above the graduation requirements of 143 credit hours.
| Minor in Entrepreneurship | |||||
| No | Code | Courses | Cr | G | Semester |
| 1 | GEB2043 | Principles of Marketing | 3 | EM | Students can take these courses in any semester |
| 2 | GEB2053 | Principles of Finance | 3 | EM | |
| 3 | GEB2063 | Business Communication | 3 | EM | |
| 4 | GEB1023 | Economics | 3 | EM | |
| 5 | GEB3123 | Technopreneurship | 3 | EM | |
| Total Credit Hours | 15 | | |||
| Minor in International Relations | |||||
| No | Code | Course Name | Cr | G | Semester |
| 1 | GEB1043 | Cross-Cultural Management | 3 | EM | Students can take these courses in any semester |
| 2 | GEB2063 | Business Communication | 3 | EM | |
| 3 | GEB1023 | Economics | 3 | EM | |
| 4 | GEB3143 | Law and International Business | 3 | EM | |
| 5 | HEB2163 | Global Citizen | 3 | EM | |
| Total Credit Hours | 15 | | |||
| Minor in Project Management | |||||
| No | Code | Courses | Cr | G | Semester |
| 1 | VEB3113 | Operations Management | 3 | EM | Students can take these courses in any semester |
| 2 | VEB3123 | Project Scheduling and Control | 3 | EM | |
| 3 | VEB3133 | Risk Analysis & Quality Management | 3 | EM | |
| 4 | VEB3143 | Contract Management | 3 | EM | |
| 5 | VEB3153 | Procurement & Estimation | 3 | EM | |
| Total Credit Hours | 15 | | |||
| Minor in Big Data Analytics | |||||
| No | Code | Courses | Cr | G | Semester |
| 1 | FEM3013 | Artificial Intelligence | 3 | EM | Students can take these courses in any semester |
| 2 | FEM3023 | Simulation and Optimisation | 3 | EM | |
| 3 | FEM3033 | Data Mining | 3 | EM | |
| 4 | FEM3043 | Big Data Analytics | 3 | EM | |
| 5 | FEM3053 | Data Science & Methodology | 3 | EM | |
| Total Credit Hours | 15 | | |||