undergraduate catalog 2015 - 2016

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UNDERGRADUATE CATALOG
2015 - 2016
www.pi.ac.ae
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The Petroleum Institute
Undergraduate Catalog 2015-16
Policy Regarding On-line and Print Versions of
The Petroleum Institute’s Catalogs, Manuals and Handbooks
Every effort has been made to provide the most accurate, up-to-date information possible in PI’s catalogs,
manuals, and handbooks. Each document is revised yearly and limited numbers printed once every two
years. There may be times when substantive changes are required during the academic year and between
the times the documents are printed. The catalogs, manuals, and handbooks are posted to the Institute’s
web site at www.pi.ac.ae. Faculty, staff, and students should consult the PI website periodically for updates
hereto and any other written or oral statements, the online version and its supplements shall be deemed to
deadlines and fees are published in the online version of the catalog, which is considered a supplement.
The most current catalog is available online at www.pi.ac.ae/PI_STU/ro/calendar.php. The Institute reserves
the right to change any of the statements herein by reasonable notice in any supplemental catalog or other
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PI Academic Calendar 2015-2016
Fall 2015
New Student Orientation
Sunday, August 18
Fall Semester Classes Begin
Sunday, August 23
Add/Drop Period Begins
Sunday, August 23
Last Day to Drop without Record
Sunday, August 30 at 3 pm
Eid Al Adha, Classes Suspended
Wednesday, September 23
Thursday, September 24
Hijri New year 1437, Classes suspended
Wednesday, October 14
Mid Semester Grades Due
Monday, October 19
Last Day to Withdraw from Classes
Thursday, November 5
Advisement Period for Spring 2016
Sunday, November 1
Early registration for Spring 2016
Sunday, November 8
Graduation Application Deadline for Sp/Su2016
National Day Holiday, Classes Suspended
Wednesday, December 2
Thursday, December 3
HFIT Exams
Saturday, December 5
Last Day of Fall Classes
Final Exams
Sunday, December 13
Final Exams Make Up Day
Final Grades Due
Tuesday, December 22
Fall Break
Sunday, December 20
Thursday, January 7
Spring 2016
New Student Orientation
Sunday, January 3
Spring Semester Classes Begin
Sunday, January 10, 2016
Sunday, January 10
Sunday, January 17 at 3 pm
Mid-Semester Grades Due
Monday, March 7
Global Day Celebration
Tuesday,March 8, Classes Suspended after 3 PM
Last Day to Withdraw from Classes
Thursday, March 24
Spring Break, Classes Suspended
Sunday, March 27 – Thursday, April 7
Classes Resume
Sunday, April 10
Advisement Period
Sunday, April 10 – Thursday, April 14
Early registration for Summer/Fall
Sunday, April 17-Thursday, April 21
Graduation Application Deadline for Fall2017
Thursday, April 28
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HFIT Exams
Saturday, April 30
Last Day of Spring Classes
Thursday, May 5
Final Exam Days
Sunday, May 8 – Thursday, May 12
Final Exam Make Up Day
Saturday, May 14
Final Grades Due
Tuesday, May 17
Summer 2016
Summer Session Classes/Internships Begin
Sunday, May 29
Sunday, May 29
Monday, May 30
Mid-Session Grades Due
Sunday, June 19
Last Day to Withdraw from Summer Classes
Sunday, June 26
Last Day of Summer Classes
Thursday, July 7
Final Exams Day
Sunday, July 10
Final Grades Due
Wednesday, July 13
Internships End
Thursday, July 21
Internship Grades Due
Wednesday, August 14
Expected Fall 2016 Classes Begin
Sunday, August 21
Expected Fall2016 Break
Sunday, December 18 – Thursday, January 5
HFIT Exams
Last Day of Fall Classes
Final Exams
Sunday, December 13
Final Exams Make Up Day
Final Grades Due
Tuesday, December 22
Fall Break
Sunday, December 20
Thursday, January 7
Notes:
In the event of any changes to the Academic Calendar, an official notification will be sent by the Office of the Senior
Vice President and Provost. If Make Up Class days are required, an official notification will be sent by the Office of the
Senior Vice President and Provost.
Islamic holidays are determined after sighting the moon. Thus, actual dates may not coincide with the dates in this
calendar. In the event of loss of teaching days due to unscheduled closings, the semester(s) may be extended or
Saturday classes may be required.
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Table of Contents
Academic Calendar 2015 – 2016 ..............................................................................................................................2
Telephone and E-mail Directory ..............................................................................................................................7
Overview of the Petroleum Institute ......................................................................................................................8
Outline of Accreditation History ..............................................................................................................................9
Institutional Mission Statement ................................................................................................................................9
Institutional Goals ........................................................................................................................................................10
Accreditation and Licensure ....................................................................................................................................12
Campus Facilities ..........................................................................................................................................................12
Food Outlets ..................................................................................................................................................................12
Housing and Residence Life .....................................................................................................................................12
Information Technology .............................................................................................................................................16
Library & Independent Learning Center ( ILC ) ................................................................................................18
Sports Complex ............................................................................................................................................................18
Student Centers and Lounges ................................................................................................................................18
Women in Science and Engineering Facilities ..................................................................................................18
PI Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) .........................................................................19
Health, Safety and Environment ............................................................................................................................19
Policy ................................................................................................................................................................................19
Commitment ..................................................................................................................................................................19
HSE Expectations .......................................................................................................................................................20
Student Success Department ................................................................................................................................20
Independent Learning Centers (ILCs) ................................................................................................................20
Counseling ......................................................................................................................................................................21
Career Services .............................................................................................................................................................21
Health Services ..............................................................................................................................................................21
Mail Service .....................................................................................................................................................................21
Public Relations ............................................................................................................................................................21
Student Records ..........................................................................................................................................................22
Privacy Rights of Students ......................................................................................................................................22
Transcripts and Other Records ..............................................................................................................................22
Release of Transcripts and Student Information ............................................................................................22
Admissions .....................................................................................................................................................................23
Admission Process ......................................................................................................................................................23
Admission Requirements .........................................................................................................................................23
Transfer Students Studying at Another Institution ........................................................................................24
Credit Awarded through Non-Traditional Sources .........................................................................................25
Placement Tests ...........................................................................................................................................................25
Readmitted Students ................................................................................................................................................26
Non-Degree Students ...............................................................................................................................................26
Declaration of a Major ...............................................................................................................................................26
Grades and Grade Point Averages .......................................................................................................................27
Grade Appeal ................................................................................................................................................................28
Repeat Provision .........................................................................................................................................................28
Grade-Point Averages ...............................................................................................................................................29
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Quality Hours and Quality Points .........................................................................................................................29
Transfer Credit Excluded in GPA Calculation ...................................................................................................29
Credit Hours ..................................................................................................................................................................29
Honor List .......................................................................................................................................................................26
Graduation Requirements .......................................................................................................................................30
Catalog of Record ......................................................................................................................................................30
Time Limit on Study ..................................................................................................................................................30
Graduation Requirements .......................................................................................................................................30
Academic Rules and Regulations ........................................................................................................................30
Full Time Enrollment ..................................................................................................................................................31
Academic Standing ....................................................................................................................................................31
Good Standing .............................................................................................................................................................31
Academic Warning .....................................................................................................................................................31
Academic Probation ..................................................................................................................................................31
Academic Recovery Program (ARP) ...................................................................................................................31
Dismissal .........................................................................................................................................................................32
Student Appeals ..........................................................................................................................................................32
Withdrawal From Course .........................................................................................................................................32
Return after a Missed Semester ............................................................................................................................33
Final Examination Policy ..........................................................................................................................................33
Rules of Conduct .........................................................................................................................................................35
Academic Integrity .....................................................................................................................................................35
Attendance ....................................................................................................................................................................35
Institutional sanctions ...............................................................................................................................................35
Classroom Expulsion .................................................................................................................................................35
Electronic Devices ......................................................................................................................................................36
Student Complaints ...................................................................................................................................................36
Honor Code ...................................................................................................................................................................36
Responsibility to Uphold the Honor Code ........................................................................................................36
Honor Pledge.................................................................................................................................................................36
Honor Pledge Reaffirmation....................................................................................................................................36
Academic Honor Council..........................................................................................................................................37
Procedure to Report and Investigate Academic Dishonesty for Minor Violations.............................38
Procedure to Report and Investigate Academic Dishonesty for Major Violations.............................38
During an Academic Dishonesty Investigation..................................................................................................39
Possible Sanctions for Violations...........................................................................................................................39
Suspension from the Institute.................................................................................................................................40
Academic Units and Curriculam.............................................................................................................................41
Academic Environment..............................................................................................................................................41
General Education Requirements..........................................................................................................................41
Electives...........................................................................................................................................................................42
Internship and Field Experience.............................................................................................................................42
Women in Science and Engineering Program...................................................................................................43
Academic Bridge Program.......................................................................................................................................44
Vision................................................................................................................................................................................44
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Mission.............................................................................................................................................................................44
English Unit....................................................................................................................................................................44
Placement and Exit Requirements........................................................................................................................45
Arts and Sciences Program......................................................................................................................................46
Chemistry Department..............................................................................................................................................46
Communication Department..................................................................................................................................47
Humanities and Social Sciences Department...................................................................................................48
Mathematics Department.........................................................................................................................................48
Physics Department....................................................................................................................................................49
General Studies Department...................................................................................................................................49
Chemical Engineering Program..............................................................................................................................50
Electrical Engineering Program..............................................................................................................................57
Material Science & Engineering...............................................................................................................................63
Mechanical Engineering Program..........................................................................................................................68
Petroleum Engineering Program............................................................................................................................75
Petroleum Geosciences Program...........................................................................................................................82
Course Descriptions....................................................................................................................................................92
Academic Bridge Program Courses......................................................................................................................92
English(ENGL)...............................................................................................................................................................92
Degree Courses.............................................................................................................................................................93
Chemical Engineering (CHEG)................................................................................................................................93
Chemistry (CHEM).....................................................................................................................................................100
Communication (COMM).........................................................................................................................................103
Electrical Engineering (ELEG)...............................................................................................................................103
Engineering (ENGR)...................................................................................................................................................110
Health and Fitness (HFIT).........................................................................................................................................112
Health, Safety and Environment Engineering (HSEG)..................................................................................113
Humanities and Social Sciences (H&SS).............................................................................................................114
Mathematics (MATH)..................................................................................................................................................118
Mechanical Engineering (MEEG)............................................................................................................................121
Materials Science and Engineering (MSEG).....................................................................................................129
Petroleum Engineering (PEEG).............................................................................................................................134
Petroleum Geosciences (PGEG)...........................................................................................................................143
Physics (PHYS)............................................................................................................................................................150
Directory of the Institute..........................................................................................................................................152
Full-Time Faculty.........................................................................................................................................................154
Campus Map.................................................................................................................................................................168
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Telephone and E-mail Directory
Department
Admissions
Telephone
+971 (0)2 6075888
E-mail
[email protected]
Academic Bridge Program (ABP) +971 (0)2 6075157
[email protected]
Chemical Engineering Program
+971 (0)2 60 75276
[email protected]
Arts and Sciences Program
+971 (0)2 6075830
[email protected]
Electrical Engineering Program
+971 (0)2 60 75375
[email protected]
Graduate Studies
+971 (0)2 6075936
[email protected]
Housing and Residence Life
+971 (0)2 6075499 MALE
+971 (0)2 6075832 FEMALE
[email protected]
Independent Learning Center
+971 (0)2 6075563 MALE
(ILC)
+971 (0)2 6075895 FEMALE
Information Technology
+971 (0)260 75793
[email protected]
Counseling Team
+971 (0)2 6075011
[email protected]
Library
+971 (0)2 6075802 MALE
+971 (0)2 6075879 FEMALE
[email protected]
[email protected]
Mechanical Engineering Program
+971 (0)2 6075362
[email protected]
Petroleum Engineering Program
+971 (0)2 6075363
[email protected]
Petroleum Geosciences Program
+971 (0)2 6075271
[email protected]
President & Provost Office
+971 (0)2 6075713
[email protected]
Registrar
+971 (0)2 6075883
[email protected]
Student Life
+971 (0)2 6075909
[email protected]
+971 (0)2 6075157
[email protected]
Women in Science and Engineering (WISE)
Medical Hotline
+971 (0)2 6023265
Security
+971 50 6726052
PI Operator
+971 (0)2 6075800
Student Support Office
Scholarship Office
+971 (0)2 6075559 (WISE)
+971 (0)2 6075444 (Falcons)
[email protected]
[email protected]
+971 (0)2 6075819
[email protected]
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Overview of the Petroleum Institute
The Petroleum Institute (PI) was founded by an Emiri decree (Law No. 9 of 2000) on December
30, 2000 under the direction of His Highness Sheikh Khalifa Bin Zayed Al Nahyan. The Institute
is financed and governed by a board which consists of members of the Abu Dhabi National Oil
Company (ADNOC) and its international partners (BP, Shell, Total and the Japan Oil Development
Company). The purpose in founding PI as a university was to provide the UAE, its oil and gas sector
and the broader energy industry with engineers educated and trained to the highest standards.
The campus is situated in the Sas Al Nakhl area of Abu Dhabi. The teaching and research facilities
have up-to-date and modern equipment.
The first class of male undergraduate students was admitted in fall 2001 and the first cohort of
female undergraduates in fall 2006. The undergraduate programs offered at the PI are: Bachelor of
Engineering in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Petroleum
Engineering, Metallurgical Science & Engineering, and Polymer Science & Engineering. The
Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Geosciences is also offered. All the engineering and science
programs are accredited by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA) of the UAE
Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research. In 2012 five of the undergraduate programs
also received accreditation by the Accreditation Board for Engineering and Technology’s (ABET)
Engineering Accreditation Commission and the Applied Science Accreditation Commission,
specifically, the Bachelor of Engineering in Chemical Engineering, Electrical Engineering,
Mechanical Engineering, Petroleum Engineering, and the Bachelor of Science in Petroleum
Geosciences.
The first batch of male undergraduate engineers graduated in 2005 and the first group of female
engineers in 2012. Including the Class of 2012, over 900 engineers and petroleum geoscientists
have received bachelor’s degrees and have joined ADNOC and its operating companies. The
first graduate programs were established in fall 2007 and include Master of Engineering degrees
in Chemical Engineering,
Electrical Engineering,
Mechanical Engineering and Petroleum Engineering. In 2009, initial accreditation was received
for the Master of Science in Chemical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Petroleum
Engineering and Petroleum Geosciences. Two graduate programs, Master of Science in Applied
Chemistry and Master of Engineering in Health, Safety and Environment Engineering, received
initial accreditation by the CAA in
2011. The first batch of masters’ student graduated in 2010.
In order to encourage academic exchange (including faculty, research scholars, research and
graduate students) the Petroleum Institute has signed memoranda of understanding with leading
international universities including the University of Texas at Austin (USA), the University of
Minnesota (USA), the University of Maryland (College Park, USA), Universiti Teknologi PETRONAS
(Malaysia), Tokyo University (Japan), Stanford University (USA), Rice University (USA), the
Norwegian University of Science and Technology-NTNU (Norway), Johannes Kepler Universitat
Linz (Austria), the Colorado School of Mines (USA) and the China University of Petroleum (China).
In addition, the PI is collaborating with the oil, gas and petrochemical industry locally to promote
the sponsorship of on-campus research activities and to expand facilities.
Finally, our faculty and students are actively engaged in work with the community, whether it
is in the form of continuing education courses and workshops or volunteering their time and
expertise. The Petroleum Institute strongly supports these activities towards its commitment to
the education of students and their development as professionals in the fields of engineering and
applied sciences and fulfilling its mission in supporting the advancement of the oil industry in
the UAE.
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Overview of the Petroleum Institute
The license of the Petroleum Institute is renewed by the Commission for Academic Accreditation (CAA), Ministry
of Higher Education and Research, Abu Dhabi in May 2014. (https://www.caa.ae).
The PI received accreditation for five undergraduate programs by ABET (http://www.abet.org)”: the Chemical
Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering and Petroleum Engineering programs are accredited
by the Engineering Accreditation Commission (EAC), and the Petroleum Geosciences is accredited by the Applied
Science Accreditation Commission (ASAC).
Vision
The PI aims to be the preeminent and preferred university in the region, producing internationally
recognized graduates and focused research to advance innovative solutions for the energy sector.
Mission
The PI will provide high quality engineering and science professionals through a continued
commitment to excellence in its undergraduate and graduate academic programs alongside
fundamental and applied research serving the Oil, Gas and Energy sectors’ need for talent,
solutions and advanced technical innovations that contribute to the UAE society and economy.
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Goals
Core Values
Excellence and Creativity – We are committed to outstanding performance, innovation and
continuous development in all aspects of our mission.
Diversity and Tolerance – We recognize the inherent value of a diverse faculty, staff and student
body. We respect and treat all individuals with utmost respect and dignity.
Inclusiveness and Collegiality – We support an environment that engages our faculty, staff and
students and promotes effective participation. We seek and value individuals’ input.
Transparency and Fairness – We conduct ourselves and our affairs in an open, transparent and
equitable manner. We base our decisions on objective and verifiable information free from
personal bias or prejudice. Accountability and Commitment – We fully accept our responsibilities
and are committed to achieving them. We take responsibility for our performance in all of our
actions and decision.
Strategic Goals and Objectives
Goal 1 Provide state-of-the-art facilities and employ innovative undergraduate curricula design
in accredited programs to attract high quality students and faculty, achieving excellence in
engineering and science education and producing outstanding alumni and leaders for the oil, gas
and energy sectors.
Objective 1.1 Student Excellence – Ensure that PI students’ progress through the curriculum
in a timely manner, graduating with the knowledge and skills required of a 21st century
engineer and scientist, and meeting the needs of the ADNOC Group of Companies.
Objective 1.2 Curricular Innovation and Excellence – Provide foundation and undergraduate
engineering and science curricula that follow best practices taking into account requirements
of the regional energy sector while meeting international accreditation standards.
Objective 1.3 An Optimal Learning Environment – Create an optimal learning environment
including state-of-the-art facilities in and out of class.
Goal 2 Develop into a dynamic engineering and science graduate school that is highly respected
in the region and beyond, with an established reputation for outstanding student accomplishment
and excellence in both teaching and research.
Objective 2.1 Student Enrollment – Increase full-time graduate student enrollment in existing
programs and expand into additional disciplines of relevance to ADNOC Group of Companies.
Objective 2.2
Program Quality – Deliver graduate programs of the highest academic
quality that adhere to best practice and meet or exceed accreditation requirements.
Objective 2.3 Expansion to Ph.D. – Offer programs at the Ph.D. level.
Goal 3 Emerge as a leading engineering and science research university focused on the oil, gas,
and energy sectors.
Objective 3.1
Research Program – Develop a focused research
solutions and innovations in collaboration with ADNOC Group
align the research portfolio of the PI with the strategic priorities
of Companies while accommodating and developing faculty
program providing
of Companies to
of ADNOC Group
research interests.
Objective 3.2
Research Community and Infrastructure – Attract and develop leading
researchers to promote further development of a research culture and ensure that stateof-the-art research facilities are provided with a dedicated research administration.
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Goal 4 Create a vibrant campus environment for faculty, staff and students to work together
offering innovative and enriching learning experiences that foster students’ intellectual and
personal development where student success and satisfaction is central priority.
Objective 4.1 Student Involvement – Nurture a sense of community, engagement and ownership
amongst students.
Objective 4.2 Student Development – Provide students with opportunities for meaningful and
rewarding personal and professional growth.
Objective 4.3 Student Governance – Ensure that the student-related policies and procedures are
clear in their intent and consistent in their execution.
Goal 5 Foster an intellectual and rewarding environment with fair and equitable policies,
procedures and practices that are visible at all levels and enhance performance-driven culture to
ensure recruiting and retaining high quality multi-cultural faculty and staff who are committed
and satisfied.
Objective 5.1 Performance and Promotion – Provide clear, consistent and attainable requirements
to achieve performance ratings and promotion.
Objective 5.2 Work Environment and Governance – Create a diverse, competitive, fair and collegial
work environment where faculty and staff are actively involved in decision-making processes and
the implementation of policies and procedures.
Objective 5.3 Professional Development – Maintain a supportive work environment that facilitates
employees success by providing appropriate training, mentoring and professional development.
Goal 6 Stand and be recognized as a pillar of the community through a spirit of sharing and
engagement towards strengthening the visibility and outreach activities in the region and globally.
Objective 6.1 Visibility – Strive to be recognized as the premier university in engineering and
science in the UAE.
Objective 6.2 Community Outreach – Utilize the PI’s rich resources in engineering and science to
support the UAE’s vision of development and self-reliance.
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Accreditation and Licensure
The Petroleum Institute located in the Emirate of Abu Dhabi, is officially licensed from 01 May
2014 to 30 April 2019 by the Ministry of Higher Education and Scientific Research of the United
Arab Emirates to award degrees/qualifications in higher education
Campus Facilities
Food Outlets
Satah, the Student Center is the main dining facility for male students. It serves three meals a day
for the PI community. Cafeterias, open for breakfast, lunch and snacks, are located in Habshan,
and Zarkuh buildings. A small café is also available in Bu Hasa Building offering breakfast,
light lunch and snacks. An ADNOC Oasis convenience store is located in the center of the Men’s
Campus. Additionally Arzanah has a large dining facility for female students. It serves two meals
a day. There is also a café and ADNOC Oasis convenience store in the building. Other branded
outlets will be added in 2015/16 the academic year.
Student “Smart” ID cards can be used as a means for payment at main dining facilities. The card
can be loaded with Cash at special ATMs in the main canteens. More information on this can be
obtained from the Student Office Support (SOS) Center or Residence Life Offices.
Housing and Residence Life
Vision and Mission
Vision
The Office of Residential Life will support the mission of PI through a quality program that
provides educationally purposeful programming, initiatives and leadership opportunities that
promote student growth, independence and persistence at PI.
Mission
The mission of The Office of Residential Life is to create a safe, supportive, inclusive and engaged
living-learning community that enhances students’ personal and academic success.
The Office of Residence Life strives to complement the student body’s academic programs of
study by constructing and maintaining a student-centered living and learning environment that
provides students with opportunities to develop skills to become responsible citizens.
Through collaboration with all members of the PI, we promote leadership and personal
development by providing opportunities for students to create and implement a vision for their
community and future.
Resident Life Policy:
• Students from Abu Dhabi and its suburb are eligible for the accommodation at the PI
• Students from Abu Dhabi city can apply for accommodation upon vacancy availability and
the dean’s approval.
• Resident life office responsibility is to locate students’ space. The department has the right
at redistributing the student according to their level’s or room vacancies and maintenance
issue.
• The institute has all the authority to withdraw or any disciplinary action upon violations, this
will cause of the student losing his privilege i.e... Transportations…..Etc.
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The Department of Residence Life is committed to:
1. Establishing academic success communities that create and extend student learning
opportunities beyond the classroom.
2. Fostering a residential community that values civility, integrity, an appreciation of differences
and excellence.
3. Assessing and enhancing services that address the continuously changing needs of the
residential environment.
4. Providing a professionally trained customer service oriented staff emphasizing student
development theory.
5. Maintaining partnerships with campus colleagues that ensure the quality of residential living
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Dormitories: Student housing, referred to as On-Campus Housing.
Dorm Coordinator: Residential Life staff member in charge of the dormitory students’
wellbeing; reports to the Dorm Supervisor.
Dorm Supervisor: Residential Life staff member who oversees the dormitory students’
wellbeing and oversees the dorm coordinators.
Residential Life Office: The office and staff responsible for dormitory operations.
Residential Life Program: A comprehensive program that supports healthy and safe
dormitory living integrated with diverse activities targeting its residents.
Campus Facilities:
Facilities at Campus
The hostels provide “Meals, Transportation, Housekeeping, Laundry, Clinic, Free Wi-Fi and ADNOC Oasis and Gym Services, and the basic facilities are:
Laundry Service
PI is providing Laundry Service twice per a week for Male Students and located in B.32-ground
Floor.
Meals
PI provides healthy meals three times a day at a highly subsidized cost for the students. Meals
are provided in separate cafeterias for male and female students.
ADNOC Medical Clinic
Students are entitled to use the on-campus ADNOC Clinic, which provides dental, medical and
preventative services.
Student Center
The student center is a popular place for students to relax after a hard day of studying.
Among the facilities available are computer games like X-Box and PlayStation, baby foot, billiards, and snooker. A plasma TV is also available to watch movies and live sport games.
Transportation:
PI provides transportation to and from the emirate, which belongs according to the student
transportation systems and schedule are available
Male Students: buses are available from and to every two weeks (twice per month).
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Resident Life Rules & Regulations;
The student declare to commit to the rules and regulations of the PI and aware of the consequences
those rules have been violated.
Resident students must:
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Take care of their personal properties and be responsible for them.
Cooperate with the Resident Life Office to enable him to carry out his duties to achieve the
public interest.
Provide the Resident Life Coordinators with a photocopy of study schedule at the beginning
each semester and present the PI idea upon request.
Abide by good conduct with collogues, supervisors, employees and workers in the Housing.
Care of cleanliness inside and outside the room and place garbage in allocated areas.
Economize in using the facility services such as water and electricity to insure safety and
public interest.
Inform the Resident Life Office about any defect in electricity, plumbing, etc.
Abide by visit times and regulations as stipulated by Resident Life Office.
Be quite and abide by the traditions and regulations prevailing in the Housing.
Abide by all the rules and regulations of the institute and the trainee affairs department.
Vacate the Housing immediately after the completion of the end of term exams, taking
into consideration handing over the key to the Security Guard at the reception area of the
buildings and taking their personal property.
Housing residence students must refrain from:
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Misconduct that does not match a university student conduct whether in his behavior or
appearance.
Misuse of Housing property, equipment or property of others or moving it from its place
without the prior approval of the Resident Life Office.
Bringing or keeping any materials, tools, books, or magazines that violates the laws the
prevailing traditions and customs.
Issue of any releases or statements without the prior approval of the Resident Life Supervisor.
Hindering the activity programs authorized in the Housing.
Using gas apparatus and misusing the safety tools and fire extinguishers.
Bringing personal items to the Housing without the prior approval of the Resident Life Office.
Posting any stickers or pictures on the walls or writing or drawing on the walls of any building
to the PI.
Smoking of all types and methods in the Housing.
Behaving or acting in any way that is not of good conduct.
Staying in the Housing during the weekend or official holidays except during special cases
related to the institute and its programs provided the approval of the student’s guardian is
obtained and approval of the Resident Life Supervisor.
In case a student violates any of the rules of these regulations pertaining to the Resident Life
regulations, the Resident Life Supervisor prepares an initial report of the case to be followed by
legal procedures to be taken by student affairs department
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Dormitory Curfew
Campus Curfew and Buildings Closing:
The following curfew policy must be followed closely to ensure the safety and well-being of the
PI community. Exceptions to the policy must be pre-approved by the Resident Life Department.
Campus Gates: Campus Gates will be open at 6:00am and close at 12:00am (midnight). Immediate
access will be granted for emergency vehicles (ambulance, fire trucks, police, etc.). No access or
deliveries are allowed during closing hours.
Male Dormitory Entrances: All exterior doors to dormitory buildings accommodating
undergraduate male students will open at 5:00am and close at 1:00am. Immediate access will be
granted to emergency personnel only (medical, police, civil defense, etc.). No access or deliveries
are allowed during closing hours.
Academic Buildings: All exterior doors to academic buildings will open at 7:30am and close at
12:00am. Immediate access will be granted to emergency personnel only (medical, police, civil
defense, etc.). No access is allowed during closing hours.
Student Support Facilities: Habshan Library, Asab Sports Center, Satah Student Center, and
Cafeteria will have individual opening hours posted.
Violations: Students must comply with the campus gates and dormitories curfew timings and are
expected to abide by the buildings’ rules and regulations. Violators shall receive a warning letter
from Resident Life Department. A resident who commits five violations with one semester shall
loose the privilege of residing in the dorms permanently.
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Information Technology
Computer Laboratories and Classrooms
The IT Department operates and maintains open computer labs in various locations throughout
PI campus with a total of four labs (3 in male campus and 1 in female campus). These labs
have computers running general office and advanced engineering software and are available for
use by students for homework, assignments, projects and other academic activities. The labs
have convenient operating hours with IT personnel attending during business hours and provide
Internet access, print services, scanning, and more. Additionally, IT maintains departmental
computer labs operated by the various academic programs (Ex. Library, physics, Geo Science …)
in which Windows and Linux workstations run highly specialized software.
Male Campus
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Male student labs (weekdays):
o Lab 2020: 7:30 – 11:30
o Lab 2028: 7:30 – 11:30
o Lab 4001: 7:30 – 11:30
Male student labs (weekends):
o Lab 2028: 7:30 – 11:30
o Lab 2020 “Prior request
needed”
Female Campus
Females student lab (weekdays):
o Lab 8375: 7:30 – 5:30
Females student lab (weekends):
o No lab available
Ramadan Timings
Male student labs (weekdays):
- Females student lab (weekdays):
o Lab 2020 from 7.30 to 3.30
o Lab 8375 from 7.30 to 5.30
o Lab 2028 from 7.30 to 11.30
o Lab 4001 from 7.30 to 3.30
- Females student lab (weekends):
o No lab available
Male student labs (weekends):
o Lab 2028 from 7.30 to 11.30
o Lab 2020 “Prior request
needed”
Several classrooms are equipped with video conferencing and interactive white board technology.
Smart short-throw projectors facilitate better visual presentations and interactive classroom
sessions.
3D theater system
The PI is proud to have 3D projection system in ADCO Auditorium which is located in Zarkuh
building room 1-100. The theater accommodates 180 viewers. To book the auditorium please
contact student affairs.
Laptop for students
The Institute will be launching the laptop for students’ project in the late quarter of 2015. All
students going into the arts and science starting Fall 2015. Students will be able to purchase
the laptop (Laptop/Tablet Hybrid) from PI. The laptop will come pre-installed with the software
suites that the students need for the daily classroom, homework and project activities. The PI will
provide technical support for students with their new devices.
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Multi-Function Printers
IT supports nearly 72high-speed, multi-function printers located throughout the campus. These
printers provide scan, copy, print services to students and are accessed through PI’s “smart” ID
cards.
PI Smart Card
IT maintains the PI “smart” identification card, which uses RFID technology to facilitate several
other services at PI. The card enables library book borrowing, shared Multi-Function Printer
(MFP) services, access to dormitories, subsidies for meal / food, and secured access to restricted
areas such as labs and classrooms. Several other services will make use of the PI “Smart” ID card
in the future.
Internet and Wi-Fi Coverage
PI enjoys very high speed 1 Gigabit per second connection to the Internet, supported by high
speed 10 Gigabit per second LAN backbone connecting our buildings which is one of the highest
for an educational entity in the Middle East. Currently, public WI-FI Internet access is available in
the student dormitories and most common areas of the major academic buildings.
IT Systems Training
IT conducts orientation sessions for new students, and training events for students on new
technology and on the use of software and learning systems. Available training includes but not
limited to Print Management Solution (MFP), CAMS, Blackboard, Meal Voucher System and Help
Desk System.
Student User Account / Email
IT provides each student with a unique username and password to access IT services for the
duration of their time at the PI. This includes logging to computer, using email and changing
password. This email will be available to you even after you graduate from the PI as part of our
services to the institute’s alumni.
IT Helpdesk Support
The IT Department supports students in campus and in their dormitories. Students can always
contact IT helpdesk when they have issues with their user account, email account, ID card, or
report any IT problem in a classroom or computer lab. They can use any of the communication
channels to contact IT such as helpdesk system, hotline (02/60-75999) or email ([email protected].
ae).
File online servers
The PI is introducing an online file service for the students of PI that is similar to a drop box
experience. Each student will have 3GB of space on the server which delivers high performance
and high availability. The students will be able to access the file server anytime and from anywhere
via the web on their PC’s or a mobile application. The server offers data protection from viruses,
spam, and malware. In addition there is a backup policy that will minimize the loss or corruption
of your data.
Special Offers
The IT Department has enrolled in the Home Use Program, available from Microsoft. As part of this
program, The Petroleum Institute’s students can now buy and use Microsoft Office Professional,
Microsoft Visio, and Microsoft Project at home for just $9.00 each.
ITD is always seeking for the best technology offers to provide you with and below are the latest
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Autodesk Software: This includes AUTOCAD, 3Ds MAX, Softimage, Sketchbook, Inventor,
InfraWorks, Maya, Revit, Showcase, MotionBuilder and Design Suite
MS Surface Pro: Special discount offer for PI’s end users to purchase the MS Surface Pro 3
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Library
The Petroleum Institute Library is a premier regional information source. It focuses its collection
on engineering, energy, and associated engineering and scientific fields. It also maintains select
social sciences, humanities, general interest and leisure reading materials. The PI Library strives to
be an integral partner in the university’s innovative research, knowledge discovery and scholarly
activities. The library’s collection includes more than 110,000 books, oil & gas geological maps,
multimedia materials and specialized archival materials. It provides access to these materials
both on-site and, to authenticated PI users, off-site anytime via the Internet. The electronic
resources index over 300,000 online and print journals. The library catalog provides access to
the library holdings. Library users have access to many online research databases and thousands
of electronic journals, as well an extensive eBook collection. All e-resources are available via
the library portal, accessible both on and off campus. An interlibrary loan service is available for
materials beyond the scope of the library collection; this service retrieves items via our regional
consortium partners and global commercial document delivery centers.
The PI Library enhances and supports the university’s curricular and research programs with
innovative services and relevant collections. The PI Library is designed to meet the learning,
teaching, research and social development needs of students and faculty. The Petroleum Institute
Library includes two campus libraries, serving both the male and female campus communities.
The Habshan Library occupies part of the Habshan building ground floor and first floor. The
Arzanah Library is located on the first floor of Arzanah Building and supports the Women in
Science & Engineering program (WiSE). The library maintains extensive daily operating hours,
including evenings and weekends. Each library offers inviting learning spaces, which include an
information commons area, quiet reading areas, group study rooms and instruction labs. Both
campus libraries offer an environment conducive to both individual study and collaborative
work. Both facilities provide wireless access to support learning and research. Librarians provide
personalized research support and hands-on instruction in information literacy. The library is a
critical resource within the campus and aims to support faculty, students and staff to achieve
institutional goals and foster academic success.
Sports Complex
ASAB is a state-of-the-art Building with dedicated female and male sports facilities. It comprises
two gymnasiums, four indoor halls (volleyball, handball, basketball, and badminton), two studios
(aerobics and martial arts), two indoor tennis courts, and two squash courts. The Men’s Campus
also has a grass soccer field and outdoor basketball court. The Women’s Campus features a
gym, an outdoor volleyball and badminton court and a jogging track. Regular intramural sports
tournaments are organized, including indoor soccer, basketball, volleyball and table tennis.
Student Centers
The Student Centers are located in the Satah Building on the Men’s Campus and Arzanah Building
on the Women’s Campus. A number of student lounges are also available. These student-centered
facilities provide a dedicated setting for social, organizational, and extracurricular activities. The
Student Centers are equipped with computers, gaming tables, large flat screen televisions, etc.
Women in Science and Engineering
Arzanah is a state-of-the-art Building located on the Women’s Campus and home to the
Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) Program. It boasts an area of about 14,000 m2,
accommodating classrooms and laboratories, administrative and faculty offices, student
support and service facilities. The facility includes over 40 classrooms and 50 purpose-built
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computing, engineering and science laboratories, as well as a library and Independent Learning
Center, a workshop, lecture halls and meeting rooms, Tutoring and Writing Center, a 200-seat
auditorium, several study and leisure lounges, an exercise room and a dining hall. There is also an
outdoor landscaped area with shaded seating.
PI Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT)
The PI Center for Excellence in Learning and Teaching (CELT) is a campus-wide unit focused on
enhancing undergraduate science, technology, engineering and mathematics (STEM) education.
The mission of CELT is to promote the professional enhancement of PI Faculty by providing
formal and informal forums for exchange of experience and expertise in order to enhance STEM
instruction.
The center organizes seminars and workshops, hosts distinguished international engineering
educators, and facilitates a number of Faculty Learning Communities such as Teaching with
Technology and Active Learning @ PI. In addition, the center provides funding for course
enhancements through its annual CELT Course Enhancement Mini-grant program. Specific
services offered are as follows:
• Teaching enhancement services
• Review of course materials, syllabi and assessments
• Classroom visitation/observation services
• Promotion of peer observations
• Review of student evaluations
• Workshop and seminar series focused on best teaching practices
• Orientation and support services for new PI faculty
• Teacher training for graduate student instructors
Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)
Vision
The Petroleum Institute (PI) shall strive to achieve a safe campus that is in full compliance with
all relevant Health, Safety and Environment (HSE) regulations and best practices. The PI will
achieve an exemplary HSE performance and will be viewed as a model academic institution that
is friendly to the environment and is a safe place to work, learn and conduct research.
Policy
Every member of the PI community shall adhere to all health, safety, environmental and
sustainability policies and procedures that are instituted to protect the health and safety of the
PI community, protect and enhance the environment, and propagate a sustainable campus.
Commitments
The Petroleum Institute shall pursue this policy through:
• Conducting HSE-critical activities in a manner designed to minimize HSE risks to a level
which is as low as reasonably practicable (ALARP).
• Having a systematic and documented approach to HSE management.
• Demonstrating visible management commitment and living by the principle that HSE is
everyone’s business and that all accidents are preventable and unacceptable.
• Operating an HSE incident reporting and facility auditing system and ensuring that followup actions are completed within a reasonable time.
• Setting targets for continuous HSE performance improvements and assessment.
• Supporting an HSE committee with management, administrative, faculty and student
representation to manage all HSE aspects of the work environment.
• Providing continuous HSE training to students and employees.
• Establishing accountability and a belief that safety is everyone’s responsibility.
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HSE Expectations
• Cooperate during emergency fire drills. When you hear the fire alarm, it is MANDATORY to
exit immediately and follow directions to the assembly point area and remain there until you
have been given the clearance to return. The PI HSE Department conducts fire drills once
each semester in all on-campus buildings. For more details on the fire evacuation procedure
and fire marshal duties, please refer to http://pinet.pi.ac.ae/sites/HSEnet/Pages/EmergencyPreparedness.aspx.
• Know where the fire alarm activation points are.
• Know at least 2 paths of exit to the assembly point.
• Observe safety rules in laboratories and workshops. Any accident, near-miss, or first aid case
must be reported immediately to the instructor or lab technician and to HSE Department
at http://pinet.pi.ac.ae/sites/HSEnet/Pages/IncidentReports.aspx. Each laboratory and
workshop has its own appropriate safety protocols that must be followed at all times.
• Get your parking permits and drive and park legally on campus. Campus speed limit is 20
km/h.
• Aggressive driving, speeding and illegal parking may result in your parking permit being
revoked. Entry to and parking on campus requires parking permit decals. Any violation to the
PI campus parking rules will result in the revoking of campus parking privileges.
• Smoke only in designated areas. Note that the Arzanah Building (both indoors and outdoors)
is smoke- free.
• Conserve energy and water. Close external building doors if you see them open and turn off
lights when not needed. Use water sparingly.
• Participate in PI recycling initiatives by disposing recyclables and general garbage in right
bins.
• Know which number to call in an emergency (within PI: “0” or “75473” or “9-999”).
• Report all HSE incidents (first aid cases, accidents, spills, hazards and hazardous conditions).
If unsafe conditions, accidents/incidents of any kind, and near–misses are observed, then
these should be reported to the instructor or hostel officer and to PI HSE at [email protected]
OR [email protected].
• Make HSE an equally important job component.
Student Success Department
The Student Success Department provides tailored support to all students at the PI allowing
them to maximize their potential for academic success. Through dedicated advising and
counseling, structured tutoring, study groups and workshops, the Student Success Department
fosters a learner-centered experience for undergraduate students by empowering students to
take an active role in their own success. The Student Success Department provides a supportive,
but challenging environment that motivates and inspires PI students. Collaborative exchanges
between students, tutors, advisors, counselors and faculty allows students to develop greater
self-confidence, independence, and improved academic performance. The Student Success
Department houses the two Independent Learning Centers and the Counseling team.
Independent Learning Centers (ILCs)
The ILCs provide a space for students to come for help in all aspects of their university life.
The ILCs house the Communication Writing Centers as well as student help centers for Math,
Chemistry, and Physics and Economics, in addition to help centers for each of the 5 engineering
programs. These areas are active learning zones where students can seek one-on-one assistance
from peer tutors and subject lecturers. The ILCs also host a series of skills workshops that are
designed to help students adjust to the rigors of college life. In addition the ILCs also offer an
extensive collection of educational films, audio books and audio-based reading enhancement
materials. Independent learning multimedia software, DVDs and a multitude of resources are
available to provide academic support to PI students. Emphasis is also placed on developing
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the professional skills of our students and to this end our book collections provide guidance on
leadership, entrepreneurship, innovation and engineering ethics.
The women’s ILC is located on the second floor of the Arzanah building and the men’s facility
ILC is on the second floor of the Bu Hasa Building.
Counseling
The counseling services are a part of the Student Success department’s commitment to providing
supportive services that facilitate the personal growth and development of PI students, and help
them make the most of their university experience, both personally and academically.
The counselors empower students to make better choices, leading to happier, and more dynamic
college life. They provide a trustworthy, confidential and private environment, where students
can talk about any academic issues, personal difficulties, social problems and career relatedconcerns.
The counseling services offer a solution-focused model of intervention in response to students’
interests and needs. Additionally, support and consultation services are available for staff, faculty
and parents who have concerns about the well-being of any PI student.
The counselors are also involved in development programs, outreach and retention activities to
enhance the educational environment of the PI. The counselors are located within the ILCs.
Career Counseling
All PI students have guaranteed positions within the ADNOC group of companies upon graduation.
With this in mind, the career counseling aims to clarify the academic and career interests of the
student and provide assistance in choosing a career path.
Health Services
The ADNOC Clinic on the PI campus provides primary health care to PI students, faculty, and
staff members and their dependents. The Clinic is open Sunday – Thursday 7:00 a.m. to 11:00
p.m. and provides 24-hour accident and emergency care as well. Depending on the nature of the
illness, patients may be referred to the main ADNOC Clinic or other hospitals or clinics for further
treatment. A dedicated clinic for female students is available in Arzanah and is open Sunday –
Friday 7:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Students desiring to use the PI Clinics must present a valid health
insurance card. Students may also be provided health insurance by their sponsor.
Mail Service
The PI provides mail service on campus. Mail is distributed daily to all Institute offices by staff from
the Facilities, Maintenance and Services Department (FMS). The Mail Room handles all outgoing
mail including courier services and is located on the ground floor of the Habshan Building on
the Men’s Campus. A second mail room is located in Arzanah on the Women’s Campus. All mail
intended for Institute offices and for those residing on campus should be addressed to:
The Petroleum Institute, P. O. Box 2533, Abu Dhabi, U.A.E.
Public Relations
The Public Relations Office ensures a good working relationship between the Institute and the
local public and private sectors.
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Student Records
A permanent record reflecting the academic achievements of each student who enrolls at the PI is
maintained by the Registrar’s Office. Comprehensive student records contain information related
to admission, transfer credit assessment, registration, disciplinary actions, academic assessment,
progress towards degree, grade point average, and graduation.
Privacy Rights of Students
Students have the right to:
• Inspect and review information contained in their educational records;
• Request changes or updates to their personal data;
• Consent to disclosure, with the extent of UAE federal and local laws, of personally identifiable
information from education records.
Transcripts and Other Records
All transcripts and documents submitted from other institutions become the property of the
Petroleum Institute, and, as such, come under control of the Registrar’s Office. The PI will not
provide copies of these documents. Transcripts submitted to the PI for review of transfer credit
also become the property of the PI and cannot be returned to the student or forwarded to other
institutions.
Release of Transcripts and Student Information
Students may obtain official transcripts of their academic records at the PI from the Registrar’s
Office. Transcripts will only be released after receipt of prescribed fees (AED 20/copy) and a signed
Request for Transcript of Record Form from the student concerned endorsed by the Student
Sponsor. The PI will issue only complete transcripts, not parts of a student record. Information in
a student’s file or about a student may be released to another party only with the written consent
of the student or in order to comply with the order of a court or any other body with the authority
to require the release of such information. The Registrar’s Office provides students with official
letters that might be required by various government and/or private organizations.
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Admissions
The Petroleum Institute is highly selective, granting admission only to applicants who have
demonstrated in their academic performance in secondary or post-secondary school that they
are able to do the classroom and laboratory work required, and are motivated to complete and
profit from the programs offered. Criteria considered in evaluating students include (1) courses
taken in secondary or post-secondary school or college, (2) grades earned in those courses, and
(3) English language proficiency.
The requirements set out below are the minimum for admission and are subject to change. The
Governing Board reserves the right to deviate from published admission requirements. In such
cases, changes in policy will be widely publicized. Admission to the Petroleum Institute is primarily
reserved for UAE Nationals; however, highly qualified non-nationals may apply and are admitted
on a case-by-case basis.
Admission Process
Advertisements are published in the local press and on the PI web site stating the specific
requirements for admission and inviting applications from suitably qualified individuals. In
order to be considered, an applicant must submit all the required forms and meet the minimum
requirements. On admission, the student will be notified, instructed to take a physical examination
and required to report to the Petroleum Institute for orientation prior to the start of classes.
Admission Requirements
Admission requirements are set to address minimum criteria for UAE National applicants and
Non – UAE Nationals. Admission requirements are reviewed annually and published on the PI
website and in the student catalogue.
For UAE Nationals graduating from the Public High schools, the minimum requirements are a
minimum average of 75% overall and an average score of 75% in Math, Physics and Chemistry.
For Non-UAE Nationals graduating from the Public High schools, the minimum requirements
are a minimum average of 95% and an individual score of 90% in each of the following subjects:
Math, Physics and Chemistry. Minimum requirements for applicants graduating from other school
curricula (for example American or British systems) are listed on the PI website.
Applicants must satisfy the English language entry requirement when applicable. The minimum
English proficiency required for Non-UAE National applicants is a minimum score of TOEFL iBT
79 or Academic IELTS 6.5. The minimum English proficiency required for UAE National applicants
is a minimum score of TOEFL iBT 61 or Academic IELTS 6.0. As of 30 August 2015, the PI no
longer accepts TOEFL PBT scores.
UAE Nationals who do not obtain the English language proficiency score at the time of admission
may be placed into one of three levels of Academic Bridge Program (ABP) English courses based
on their CEPA score or an internal PI placement test.
English language proficiency exams must be conducted at approved testing centers. Exams
taken from any other center will not be considered. The list of approved centers is reviewed
periodically. The current list is published on the PI website. The original score certificates should
be sent to PI directly from the testing centers.
Applicants are required to pass the medical exam and a Good Conduct Check prior to enrollment.
Admission decisions shall only be considered final upon receiving approval from the ADNOC
Selection Committee; successfully completing the medical exam, obtaining the Good Conduct
Check; and signing the ‘ADNOC Contract of Study’.
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Contract of Study
Applicants who received approval from the ADNOC Selection Committee and successfully
completed the medical exam and the Good Conduct Check are invited to sign the ‘ADNOC
Contract of Study’ at the Petroleum Institute campus with their guardians. After signing the
contract, students are expected to abide by the policies and regulations of ADNOC and the
Petroleum Institute.
Deferral
New students may defer their admission for a maximum of two regular semesters by submitting a
completed ‘Temporary-Permanent Withdrawal Form’ to the Student Support Offices at Habshan
(for male students) and Arzanah (for female students) buildings during the ‘Add/Drop’ period.
They have to submit a ‘Request to Resume Studies Form’ to the Registrar’s Office after their
deferred semester/s to be re-admitted to the Petroleum Institute. Appeals for re-admission are
subject to the consideration of the Student Appeals Committee and the approval of the Petroleum
Institute President.
Students who are unable to commence their studies after two deferred semesters have to reapply during the admission period published on the PI website.
Transfer Students
Students seeking admission to the Institute on transfer status must apply a semester prior to the
semester for which they are seeking admission. All applicants who are interested in transferring
to the Petroleum Institute should first meet the minimum requirements.
In addition, all UAE national transfer candidates should possess a minimum of 2.50 GPA (Grade
Point Average) in their current university with a minimum score for TOEFL iBT 61 or Academic
IELTS 6.0 (only from approved testing centers).
Non-UAE nationals should possess a minimum of 3.00 GPA (Grade Point Average) in their current
university with a minimum score for TOEFL iBT 79 or Academic IELTS 6.5 (only from approved
testing centers).
Transfer credit may be awarded for previously completed college or university courses if the
original grade earned was not lower than a C (or its equivalent). If the content of the completed
courses correspond to the content of a degree course offered at the PI, then up to 50% of the
credit hours can be transferred to any undergraduate degree program.
Transfer students should provide their official transcripts at the time of admission.
In order to be eligible for transfer to the Petroleum Institute, the following conditions apply:
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Upon admission, the student should complete a ‘Transfer Credit Evaluation/Approval Form’
and submit it to the Registrar’s Office
The Registrar’s Office will inform the applicant of the course(s) transferred for credit and
possible equivalencies.
A minimum of 50 percent of the academic credit applied toward graduation must have
been earned from courses taken at the Petroleum Institute.
Original documents must be in English or accompanied by an official certified English
translation.
In order to evaluate a student’s file for possible transfer of credit:
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Documents must include the official transcript, academic catalog course description and
course syllabi.
A student’s evaluation for possible transfer of a course will be administered only once.
Transfer files will be evaluated, and students will be awarded possible credit, by the first
day of add/ drop of the student’s first semester at the Petroleum Institute. Students will be
notified of the results of their course evaluations by the Registrar’s Office.
The decision regarding the awarding of credit is made in the appropriate academic program.
The Registrar’s Office maintains and updates the transfer student files. The awarding of
transfer and non-traditional credit is governed by the provisions below:
Courses, with a minimum grade of “C” and deemed equivalent in content and level to
those offered at the Petroleum Institute, will be transferred as equivalent PI courses. Other
appropriate courses, with a minimum grade of “C”, may be transferred as free/open electives
or unassigned courses in the relevant area.
Courses completed more than four years prior to matriculating as an undergraduate student
at the Petroleum Institute are not transferable. Furthermore, at the time of graduation, no
course can be more than six years old if it is to be counted toward the awarding of an
undergraduate degree.
Credit is not granted twice for substantially the same course taken at two different institutions.
Studying at Another Institution
Enrolled PI students wishing to take a course for credit with another higher education institution
as a visiting student may be allowed to do so with permission from the Program Chair. The
student must complete the appropriate request form, attach the course description and syllabus
of the course in which he/she is intending to enroll and submit it to the appropriate Program.
Upon Program approval, the form is submitted to the Registrar’s Office. The process for awarding
the credit is the same as other transfer credit.
Credit Awarded through Non-Traditional Sources
Credit awarded through non-traditional sources must meet the minimum established grade, score
or level as follows:
• The minimum grades, scores, and levels for evaluating high school credit, such as AP, GCE,
A-Levels, IB Higher Levels, etc., are established, documented and regularly reviewed by the
relevant Arts and Sciences Program department in conjunction with the Registrar’s Office.
• A student’s eligibility to sit a challenge exam is established by the appropriate program.
• Credit awarded through other non-traditional sources, such as documented life experience,
will be reviewed by the appropriate program on a case-by-case basis. Any resulting
recommendation for academic credit must be approved by the Provost (or designee).
• Transferred courses and non-traditional credit will be recorded on the student academic
transcript with the appropriate number of credit hours. A grade of “TR” will be assigned and
is not included in the calculation of the student’s CGPA.
Placement Tests
Before students can enroll in classes at the Petroleum Institute, they must take the internal PI
placement tests. Department chairs and academic advisors will use the placement test results to
help students enroll at appropriate course levels.
The majority of new students will be placed in the Academic Bridge Program (ABP). This program
is designed to help students make the transition from their secondary school courses to the
rigorous academic programs at the Petroleum Institute - all of which are taught in English.
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Readmitted Students
A former student who wishes to re-enroll and seek re-admission must complete a ‘Request to
Resume Studies’ Form available from the Registrar’s Office. When approved, the form should
be submitted to the Registrar’s Office. Former students who were suspended or dismissed
should refer to the section on “Return after a Missed Semester, Full Withdrawal from a Semester,
Suspension or Dismissal.”
Non-Degree Students
A non-degree student is a student who does not wish to pursue a degree program at the Petroleum
Institute but wishes to take courses for other purposes. Examples could be visiting students from
other universities, taking courses to qualify for admission to a graduate program or professional
development. Such students may take any course for which they have the pre - requisites or have
the permission of the instructor. Official transcripts or officially certified copies of transcripts or
other evidence of the prerequisites is required. An applicant for admission as a degree student
who does not meet admission requirements may not fulfill deficiencies through this means. Nondegree students who subsequently become degree students at the PI may receive credit for a
maximum of 12 credit hours for courses completed as a non-degree student.
Declaration of a Major
Students admitted to the PI are free to declare the degree program in which they intend to major
at the time of entry into the Academic Bridge Program. There are no significant differences
in the requirements of the Freshman year for the current degree programs. However, to avoid
unnecessary delays in graduation, all students should decide on their major by the end of the
first semester of the Freshman year. Students wishing to change their major must complete a
“Change of Major” Form and submit to the Registrar’s Office. Once processed within the Academic
Management System (CAMS), the student’s “Catalog of Record” will automatically be updated.
Also refer to “Catalog of Record”.
The seven undergraduate majors currently offered at the Petroleum Institute are Chemical
Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Metallurgical Engineering Petroleum
Engineering, Petroleum Geosciences, and Polymer Engineering.
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Grades and Grade Point Averages
Grades are an important component of the learning assessment process. All courses must be
assigned a grade in the middle and end of the semester or session in which the course is offered. It
is the responsibility of the course instructor to inform each class at the beginning of the semester
or session of the nature of the course assessment and corresponding grades assigned. Each
course instructor should include a grading metric in the course syllabus.
When a student registers in a course, one of the following grades will appear on his/her academic
record. The assignment of the grade symbol is based on the level of performance. It represents
the extent of the student’s demonstrated mastery of the material listed in the course syllabus and
achievement of the stated course objectives.
A = 4.00 Excellent
A-= 3.75
B+= 3.25
B = 3.00 Good
B-= 2.75
C+= 2.25
C = 2.00 Satisfactory
C-= 1.75
D = 1.00 Unsatisfactory
F = 0.00 Failure
XF= 0.00 Failure due to Academic Dishonesty
W = Withdrawn
WA= 0.00 Withdrawn Administratively
WF= 0.00 Withdrawn failing (late Withdrawal)
WI= Withdrawn Involuntarily (Terminated)
TR= Transfer Credit
CR= Credit (Passing)
NC= No Credit
I = Incomplete
Z = Grade not Submitted
“A,” and “A-“ are honor grades. They are awarded as a mark of outstanding performance and
for achievement clearly of a higher order than average. They indicate that the student has
demonstrated not only the ability to work successfully, but also the ability to do some creative
thinking or problem solving in the field. They will not be given for routine performance of the
assigned work in the course.
“B+,” “B,” and “B-“ indicate very good performance, definitely above a satisfactory level, but not
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good in analytical thinking and originality as that required for grades of “A” or “A-.” Thorough
competence to do very good work in the field is required for these grades and they will not be
given for mere compliance with the standards set for successful completion of the course.
“C+,” “C,” and “C-“ are the grades given for range of satisfactory performance. They indicate
compliance with the standards set for successful completion of a course.
“D” is recorded to show that the student’s performance is marginal and it does not represent
satisfactory progress toward a degree.
“F” indicates failure and entirely unsatisfactory performance. It carries the requirement that to
obtain credit, the entire course must be repeated.
“XF” is a penalty grade. It indicates that a student has failed due to academic dishonesty.
“W” indicates that a student has withdrawn from a course. The grade does not calculate in the
student’s grade point average.
“WA” indicates administrative withdrawal. The grade does not calculate in the student’s grade
point average.
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“WF” indicates administrative withdrawal and failure of a course. It calculates as an “F.”
“WI” indicates administrative withdrawal from all registered courses in that particular semester.
It calculates as an “F.”
“TR” is a substitute grade awarded to all transfer or non-traditional credit courses.
“CR” indicates satisfactory performance. The grade does not calculate in the student’s grade
point average.
“NC” indicates unsatisfactory performance. The grade does not calculate in the student’s grade
point average.
“I” indicates that the student has not yet completed the course requirement. The grade doesn’t
calculate in the student’s grade point average.
It is considered as an incomplete grade and is given when the student is absent from several
sessions of, or the final exam of a course because of illness or other reasons considered beyond
the student’s control. Approval by the Provost (or designee) must be secured by the instructor
before a grade of “I” may be assigned. When the work missed is satisfactorily completed, the final
grade must be approved by the Program Chair of the course being offered and subsequently
forwarded to the Registrar’s Office. A student must complete the requirements for the course in
which the “I” grade was received by the last day of add/drop period of the next regular semester
or the grade will automatically be changed to a grade of “F.” If any extension is required, then the
deadline will be the end of the next regular semester. All such special requests must be approved
by the Provost (or designee). If a grade of an “I” has been given, the instructor must file the
specific forms for a final grade signed by the Program Chair with the Registrar’s
Office once the missed work is satisfactorily completed. “Z” is awarded to show that no grade
was submitted by the instructor.
Grade Appeal
The grades earned by a student are determined by the instructor of the course and can be
changed only upon the instructor’s recommendation, endorsement of the Program Chair and
final approval by the Provost (or designee). In case of an official grade appeal, a student must
submit a “Grade Appeal” Form to the Registrar’s Office no later than the first day of classes of
the next regular semester. The Registrar’s Office will review and forward the form to the Student
Appeals Committee. The committee will make a recommendation to the Provost no later than
the last day of add/drop. If any extension is required, then the deadline will be the end of the
semester.
Under the following exceptional circumstances, a grade may be changed by someone other than
the instructor of the course:
• As set forth above, the Provost must approve a grade of “I” and the Program Chair must
approve the final grade once the work missed is satisfactorily completed.
• The Provost may, only upon recommendation of the Student Appeals Committee, change
a grade determined to be awarded in an unfair manner or not in the best interest of the
Institute.
“C-“, “D” and “F” Repeat Provision
Except for special courses (i.e., Special Topics, Research Topics, Independent Study Courses,
etc.), a student may repeat a course only one time. A written appeal must be submitted to the
Provost should a student need to repeat a course more than once. A student may only repeat
courses with an earned grade of “C-“, “D” or “F”.
Undergraduate students are allowed grade point average recalculation in up to five repeated
courses. Only the first five repeated courses will be eligible for recalculation. Only the highest
grade earned in the repeated courses counts towards the cumulative grade-point average.
Additionally, only the course with the highest grade will count towards the cumulative credit
earned. The grades for all attempts of a course taken for credit appear on the student’s official
transcript. The repeated course must be taken at the PI as transfer courses are not included in
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this policy. A student should meet with his/her advisor and appropriate PI departments before
repeating a course, as it may affect the student’s academic standing, scholarship, PI six year
rule, etc. A repeated course must be taken when it is regularly offered and cannot be taken in
independent or individual format. Any questions regarding this policy should be addressed to the
Registrar’s Office
Grade-Point Averages
In calculating a student’s grade point average, all assigned letter grades “A” through “F” will be
utilized.
The grade point average is calculated on all work for which the student has registered with the
exception of the courses with grades of “W”, “WA”, “WF”,“WI”, “TR”, “CR”, “I”, “NC” and “Z” and
courses repeated (see Repeat Provision). The grade point average is the ratio of the number
of quality points gained to the number of credit hours attempted. Grade point averages are
calculated to two places following the decimal point.
Quality Hours and Quality Points
In order to graduate a student must successfully complete a certain number of required credit
hours and must maintain grades at a satisfactory level. The system for expressing the quality of a
student’s work is based on quality hours and quality points. For example, the grade “A” represents
four quality points, “B” three, “C” two, “D” one, “F” and “XF” none. The number of quality points
earned in any course is the number of credit hours assigned to that course multiplied by the
numerical value of the grade received.
The quality hours earned are the number of credit hours in which grades of “A” through “F” are
awarded. To compute a grade- point average, the number of cumulative quality points is divided
by the cumulative quality hours earned. Grades of “W”, “WI”, “TR”, “CR”, “I”, “NC”, “PR” or “Z” are
not counted in determining quality hours.
Transfer Credit Excluded in GPA Calculation
Transfer credit earned at another institution will be recorded on the student’s permanent record.
Calculation of the grade point averages for transfer students will be based only on grades earned
in degree courses completed at the Petroleum Institute.
Credit Hours
The number of times a class meets during a week (for lecture or laboratory) usually determines
the number of credit hours assigned to that course. For a small number of courses additional hours
of instruction have been added to the lecture part of the course in order to improve students’
understanding of the material.
As a result, some courses with four or five lecture contact hours will carry only three or four credit
hours for the lecture portion of the course. Lecture sessions are normally 50 minutes long and
typically represent one hour of credit for each 50 minutes the class meets in a week. Two to four
hours of laboratory work per week are typically equivalent to one hour of credit. In order to make
satisfactory progress towards graduation in 4 years, undergraduate students should enroll in 15 –
19 credit hours each semester.
Students wishing to enroll in 19 or more credit hours in a given semester must obtain written
approval from the Provost (or designee). Students on Academic Probation cannot take more
than 13 credit hours in a fall or spring semester.
On average, each hour of lecture requires at least two hours of preparation outside of class.
Honor List
A degree-seeking student will be placed on the semester Honor List if he/she satisfies the
following requirements for a particular semester:
• The student has entered a degree program;
• The student has earned at least 15 hours in that semester;
• The student has a semester GPA of 3.50 or higher; and
• The student has no grades of incomplete (I) for that semester.
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Graduation Requirements
Catalog of Record
For the purpose of academic standing and verification that all graduation requirements have
been met, the Catalog of Record is either that of the academic year the student entered the Major
or the academic year the student graduates. Under certain circumstances, a course substitution
may be allowed. If approved, the “Course Substitution” Form is submitted to the Registrar’s Office
in order to update the student’s degree audit in Academic Management System (CAMS). All
substitutions must be approved by the student’s degree program and the Provost (or designee).
The Petroleum Institute reserves the right to make changes in academic regulations, policies and
offerings as circumstances may require.
Time Limit on Study
A student must satisfy all graduation requirements within six years of the first enrollment at the
Petroleum Institute as a degree student.
Graduation Requirements
Students must successfully meet the following to complete the requirements for a bachelor’s
degree:
Complete all coursework in degree program sequence as published in the student’s academic
catalog of record within six years of first enrollment at the Petroleum Institute as a degree student;
Under certain circumstances, a course substitution may be allowed. If approved, the “Course
Substitution” Form is submitted to the Office of the Registrar in order to update the student’s
degree audit in Student Information System. All substitutions must be approved by the student’s
degree program and the Provost (or designee). The Petroleum Institute reserves the right to
make changes in academic regulations, policies and offerings as circumstances may require.
Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.00 for all academic work completed in
residence (excluding pre-matriculation courses);
A minimum of 50 percent of the academic credit applied toward graduation must be earned from
courses taken at the Petroleum Institute (See PIP 3200 Transfer and Non-Traditional Credit);
Have a minimum cumulative grade point average of 2.00 for all courses either having the subject
code of the candidate’s major program or being used to satisfy technical elective requirements
in the program;
Have a minimum of 30 credit hours in 300 and 400 level courses at the Petroleum Institute with
at least 15 credits taken with Senior standing. A minimum of 15 credits must be earned in the
student’s major courses; The certification by the Registrar that all required academic work is
satisfactorily completed; Recommendation by the faculty and approval of the Governing Board.
This policy pertains only to the grade point average required for graduation and does not pertain
to the grade point average calculated for special academic recognition, graduation honors,
admissions requirements for particular programs, or any other academic related standards.
This policy pertains only to the grade point average required for graduation and does not pertain
to the grade point average calculated for special academic recognition, graduation honors,
admissions requirements for particular programs,or any other academic related standards.
Academic Rules and Regulations
Academic Bridge Program (ABP) Student Student who has not yet met English language
proficiency
requirement
Degree Student enrolled in degree courses
Freshman 0-29 earned credit hours
Sophomore 30 - 59 earned credit hours
Junior 60 - 89 earned credit hours
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Senior >90 earned credit hours
Non-Degree Student enrolled in a degree course but not proceeding towards a degree
Full Time Enrollment
Students are required to register for at least 12 credits (12 credits is defined as full-time) each fall
and spring semester unless they receive special permission from the Provost (or designee). Full
time registration in fall and spring semesters is necessary to maintain progress toward graduation.
In order to ensure timely graduation, please follow to the appropriate program of study listed
in the catalog. For the summer session, students are allowed to register for a maximum of two
courses. Only one of the two courses may carry a lab component. Students registered for an
Internship are not allowed to register for any additional courses.
Academic Standing
At the end of each regular semester, a degree student’s academic standing is assessed based on
the accumulated total quality hours, cumulative grade point average (CGPA), and the semester
grade point average (SGPA). A minimum semester (SGPA) and cumulative (CGPA) grade point
average to maintain satisfactory progress toward graduation is detailed below:
Good Standing
Maintain a CGPA and SGPA of at least 2.0 with 12 earned semester credit hours unless fewer
credit hours are approved by Provost (or designee).
Academic Warning
Any semester, in which a student’s SGPA or CGPA falls below 2.0 or the student fails to complete
12 credit hours (unless fewer credit hours are approved by Provost or designee), the student will
be placed on “Academic Warning”. A student on “Academic Warning” returns to “Good Standing”
by completing 12 or more credit hours in a regular semester and achieving a minimum Semester
GPA of 2.0 and a Cumulative GPA of 2.0
Academic Probation
If during the next semester of enrollment after receiving “Academic Warning” a student’s SGPA
or CGPA is below 2.0 or he/she fails to complete at least 12 credit hours (unless fewer credit
hours are approved by Provost or designee), the student is placed on “Academic Probation”.
Such a student must consult with an academic advisor and may register for no more than 13
credit hours for the next semester of enrollment or 4 credit hours in a summer session. A student
placed on academic probation will not be allowed to add or drop courses, or register, without
the approval of his/her academic advisor. “Academic Probation” will appear on the student’s
permanent academic record. The Office of the Registrar will notify the student, guardian, and
sponsor of the student’s probation status. The notice will include a requirement for the student
to meet with his/her academic advisor no later than the drop/add period.
At the end of any semester in which a student is on Academic Probation their subsequent
academic standing will be determined by three conditions. Where all three conditions are met
then the student shall return to good standing. Where only two conditions are met then the
student shall continue on probation.
Where one or no condition is met then the student shall be placed into the ARP. The conditions
are:
1. SGPA is 2.0 or greater;
2. CGPA is 2.0 or greater;
3. Successful completion of at least 12 credit hours in the relevant semester.
Academic Recovery Program (ARP)
In addition to the stipulations above, students who fail both MATH 060 and CHEM 060 in the
same semester will be placed in the ARP. While enrolled in the ARP the student should register
for a maximum of 9 Credit Hours (unless more credit hours are approved by the Provost or
designee) at the PI, repeating courses with F,D, C- or NC grades, or may register for a maximum
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of 4 Credit Hours in a Summer Session repeating a course with F, D, C- or NC grades with no
drop/withdraw allowed. A student enrolled in the ARP shall adhere to the academic plan devised
by the Academic Advisor. A student may be placed only once in the ARP for a maximum duration
of one regular semester during their academic career at the PI.
Only courses taken at the PI shall be eligible to satisfy ARP requirements. At the end of the ARP
semester if the student has achieved a minimum of C grade in all registered courses s/he shall
return to Probation.
Academic Dismissal
A student may be dismissed where s/he:
4. Fails either MATH 060 or CHEM 060 twice.
5. Fails to fulfil the conditions required to exit the ARP; or
6. Is on probation after exiting the ARP and fails to fulfil the requirements to return to good
standing or continued probation
Exclusion of Sanctions in Summer Sessions
In order to afford students the opportunity to improve their academic progress during Summer
Sessions, the usual academic standing procedures will not apply. A student’s academic standing
will be updated only in the following cases:
7. If the student was on Academic Warning and achieves a minimum of 2.0 CGPA and a minimum
of 2.0 SGPA in a Summer Session; the academic standing will be updated to Good Standing.
8. If the student was in the ARP and achieves a minimum of C grades in the registered course in
Summer Session; the academic standing will be updated to Academic Probation.
9. If the Student Appeals Committee reviews a student appeal in regard to academic and financial
issues and makes its recommendations to the Provost (or designee.)
Student Appeals Committee (SAC)
Students who feel that a rule or regulation was applied unfairly may submit an appeal in writing.
Appeals will be considered by the Student Appeals Committee. The committee considers both
academic and financial appeal cases. The appeal should be accompanied by relevant evidence,
such as a letter from a medical doctor or other official documentation. When considering an
appeal, the Student Appeals Committee may take into consideration the student’s total academic
record, attendance record or any other information on file which will assist them in reaching a fair
decision. Probation may not be appealed.
The Student Appeals Committee consists of five members drawn from the teaching and student
life staff. Members, appointed by the Provost beginning of each academic year, serve for one year.
A member is eligible to serve for more than one term. A minimum of three members is sufficient
to consider any appeal. Decisions of the Student Appeals Committee are final.
After reviewing the cases, the SAC make its recommendations to the Provost (or designee). The
following details the appeals process.
• Appeals must be submitted in writing to the Registrar’s Office. The deadline for submitting an
Academic Appeal is the first day of classes in the following semester.
• The Student Appeals Committee will review all appeals no later than a week following the
submission deadlines. All recommendations are forwarded to the Provost for approval no later
than one week from the date the appeal was submitted.
• Results of the appeal will be given to the student in writing by the Registrar’s Office, and a
copy of the final decision will be placed in the student’s file. Decisions of the Student Appeals
Committee are final.
Withdrawal from Studies
A student may discontinue his/her studies in part or full for a specified period of time. The
following scenarios and conditions apply:
Add/Drop: Students may add, drop or change a course section at the beginning of a regular
semester or session during the official add/drop period. Courses dropped during the official add/
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drop period will not appear on a student’s official transcript.
Withdrawal from a Course after the Official Add/Drop Period: Students may withdraw from any
degree course during the official withdrawal period. A grade of “W” will be assigned on the
student’s transcript.
Students withdrawing from any course should discuss the decision with their instructor, academic
advisor, and with a student counselor. Students should be aware that withdrawal from a course
may have an impact on their scholarship terms and timely progress toward graduation.
All student requests for withdrawal from a course must be processed by submitting a completed
“Course Add/Drop/Withdrawal” form to the Office of the Registrar by the stipulated deadline.
Withdrawal for a Semester: Students may drop from all degree courses during the official add/
drop period without any record of enrollment in the courses appearing on their transcripts.
Students may also withdraw from all degree courses during the official withdrawal period. In
such cases a grade of “W” will be assigned on the student’s transcript. Students should be
aware that withdrawing for a semester will have an impact on their scholarship terms and timely
progress toward graduation. All student requests for withdrawing for a semester must be made
by submitting a completed “Temporary/Permanent Withdrawal Request” form to the scholarship
department and will only be processed after all obligations to the PI have been fulfilled.
Withdrawal from the PI: All requests for permanent withdrawal from the Petroleum Institute must
be made by submitting a completed “Temporary/Permanent Withdrawal Request” form. Students
may not withdraw after the official withdrawal period and will be assigned the grade earned.
Return after a Missed Semester, Full Withdrawal from A Semester, or Dismissal
A student who has withdrawn for a semester does not have an automatic right to return to
the Petroleum Institute. All requests to re-enroll after a missed regular semester of study must
be made by submitting a completed “Request to Resume Studies” form to the Office of the
Registrar. Approval to return does not guarantee required courses will be offered during the
semester or session of return. Approval to return does not guarantee a seat in required courses in
any semester or session. Returning students must satisfy any academic conditions put in place by
the Student Appeals Committee or be permanently dismissed from the PI without further appeal.
In the case of students resuming studies after a period of suspension due to honor code violations
or other misconduct the PI will not accept transfer credit earned during or after the suspension
or dismissal period to be counted towards their undergraduate degree. All other PI policies and
procedures apply.
Final Examination Policy
• A final examination shall be held at the end of undergraduate courses according to the
examination schedule published by the Registrar’s Office. In order to reduce scheduling conflicts,
final examinations are scheduled in accordance with a pre-established template by the Registrar’s
Office. There should be at least one study-day prior to the first day of final examinations.
• The last day of final examination period is designated as Make-Up Examination Day. Students
with scheduling conflicts or with permission for rescheduling a final examination may sit the
examination on this day.
• Final examinations cannot be rescheduled or cancelled except by the Office of the Registrar.
Final examinations cannot be scheduled during regular class days.
• If a student is scheduled for more than two final examinations on one day, then he/she must notify
the Registrar’s Office within five days from the publication of the Final examination Schedule to
make the necessary adjustment to his/her schedule.
• A student who is absent from a final examination without a valid excuse will normally receive
a “zero” for that examination. If a valid excuse is accepted by the instructor, the policies on
incompletes or change of grade will apply.
In addition to the final examinations, one or more major examinations may be planned for a
course. The examination schedule shall be included in the course syllabus. Such examinations
shall not be scheduled during the last week of classes. The course instructor is responsible
for notifying students in writing of any changes in these examination schedules prior to the
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scheduled examination. A student who is absent from a major examination without a valid excuse
will normally receive a “zero” for the examination. For provisions governing valid excuses see PIP
3150 Student Attendance.
During examinations all students shall:
Be prepared to show current PI ID;
Follow all instruction given by the proctor(s);
Arrive on time for the examination or they may be denied access. However, in no case shall a
student who is 30 or more minutes late for the examination be admitted nor shall the scheduled
duration of the examination be extended;
Not be permitted to leave during the first 30 minutes or last 10 minutes of the examination;
Leave all unauthorized materials (textbooks, notes, electronic devices, bags, etc.) at the front of
the examination room. All unauthorized electronic devices taken into the exam room must be
turned off;
Conform to seating arrangements as established by the proctor(s);
Cease to talk once seated in the examination room and for the duration of the examination;
Leave the examination paper/book face down until the proctor announces the beginning of the
examination;
Keep the examination paper/book flat on the desk at all times; Keep the examination paper/book
stapled or bound.
Students failing to follow the above general rules may be requested by the proctor(s) to leave the
examination room. Their examination paper/book may be confiscated and a “zero” assigned for
the examination. All cases of suspected cheating are governed by PIP 3175 Honor Code.
The Office of the Registrar shall publish the above general rules in conjunction with the final
examination schedule.
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Rules of Conduct
Academic Integrity
The PI is an academic community whose purpose is the pursuit of knowledge and the development
of its graduates as leading experts in their academic disciplines. In light of this purpose, it is
essential that all members of this community are committed to the principles of truth and
academic honesty. To maintain the highest level of academic integrity, this policy defines the
standards to which the PI expects its students to adhere.
Attendance
Regular class attendance is an important component of the learning process. Students are required
to attend classes regularly. All faculty members are required to maintain accurate and up-to-date
records of student attendance using the Student Information System (CAMS). Students absent
from class shall be subject to the following policy.
Excused absences: Official approval from Student Affairs is the only means of excusing a student’s
absence. The following provisions apply:
• It is the student’s responsibility to apply for an absence to be excused. Once the application is
approved, Student Affairs shall inform the instructor.
• Medical certificates, personal correspondence and other documentation may not be accepted
by instructors as excusing a student’s absence. Instead, these should be provided to Student
Affairs who are the final arbiter of what documentation is required in order to process a student’s
application for their absence to be excused.
• The decision by Student Affairs to grant or decline a student’s application to excuse his/her
absence is final and no appeal shall be permitted.
• When possible, students should seek prior approval for an excused absence.
• Examples of excused absences, refer to PIP3150 Section 6.4.5
Instructor-imposed sanctions: Instructors may impose penalties for unexcused absences subject
to the following provisions
• A student may be absent for no more than SEVEN percent (7%) of contact time from a course in
which s/he is currently enrolled with no penalty, provided that the student’s absence does not
result in him/her missing any items of assessment (quizzes, exams, turning in homework etc.).
• For unexcused absences beyond 7% of contact time, the instructor may impose a penalty not
exceeding a total of 5% of the student’s final grade, calculated in accordance with the attendance
policy specified in the course syllabus.
Institutional sanctions
The following shall apply when a student has been absent for more than 25% of contact time
from a course in which s/he is currently enrolled (including excused absences). If the 25% limit is
reached on or before the last day to withdraw from classes, as specified in the academic calendar,
then the Student Information System (CAMS) will automatically assign a letter grade of WA
(Withdrawn Administratively). In all other cases a letter grade of WF (Withdrawn After Deadline)
will be assigned.
Classroom Expulsion
In order to maintain a positive learning environment, rude, disruptive, and inconsiderate behavior
by students in class will not be tolerated. Students are required to be present and ready to begin
class promptly on the hour, and should plan other activities and transit time between classes
accordingly.
Students who are chronically late to class or disruptive in other ways are subject to removal from
class following one warning by the instructor. Any work missed because of a student’s removal
from class cannot be made up and will be assigned a score of zero. Students who repeatedly
disrupt the class are subject to permanent removal from the course following consultation with
the Provost (or designee).
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Electronic Devices
Electronic devices including mobile phones must be turned off when entering the PI academic
facilities. They are not to be used during class.
Student Complaints
The PI is committed to providing fair and equitable treatment for all students. In the event that a
student develops concerns regarding his/her treatment at the PI, they are encouraged to contact
to the Dean of Student Life where they will be referred to a student counselor for assistance. The
student counselor will recommend appropriate steps to deal with the issue. Some complaints are
best handled with the student counselor acting as an advocate for the student and attempting
to resolve the matter with the appropriate person or body. On other occasions, students may be
advised to talk with a given faculty member or a program chair. Some issues where there is no
immediate resolution may require the student to implement a formal appeals process.
Honor Code
The Petroleum Institute is an academic community whose purpose is the pursuit of knowledge
and the development of its graduates as leading experts in their academic disciplines. In light of
this purpose, it is essential that all members of this community are committed to the principles
of truth and academic honesty. To maintain the highest level of academic integrity, this policy
defines the standards to which the Institute expects its students to adhere.
Responsibility to Uphold the Honor Code
It is the responsibility of all members of this academic community – students, faculty, and staff
alike – to actively deter and report all instances of academic dishonesty in order to safeguard the
academic standards of the Institute.
Honor Pledge
The Honor Pledge is a short statement attesting that each student will fully comply with the
Petroleum Institute’s Honor Code. The Honor Code is published in Arabic and English. It is the
students’ responsibility to familiarize themselves with the Institute’s Honor Code and adhere to it.
Every student admitted to the Petroleum Institute will sign the Honor Pledge and receive a copy
of the Honor Code upon signing their contract in the Admission Office.
The Honor Pledge is as follows:
“I verify that I have received a copy of the Petroleum Institute’s Honor Code and hereby pledge to fully comply
with the Code.”
_________________________
Student Signature
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Honor Pledge Reaffirmation
The Honor Pledge Reaffirmation is a short statement attesting that each assignment, exercise,
examination, project, presentation, report, etc. is the student’s own work. It is a reminder to
the students that the Institute is committed to academic integrity. The faculty is expected to
enforce the use of the pledge. The Honor Pledge Reaffirmation should be typed or handwritten
and signed on all graded work submitted in the form of a hard copy; is should be included on
electronically submitted work as well, where its inclusion will count as a signature.
The Honor Pledge Reaffirmation is as follows:
“I pledge that I have neither given nor received any unauthorized assistance whatsoever on this academic
assignment, exercise, examination, project, presentation, report, etc.”.
_________________________
Student Signature
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Academic Honor Council
• The Academic Honor Council (AHC) is appointed by the Provost with no special limits on
the length of service.
• The AHC will consist of six (6) members with the chair being appointed by the Provost:
• Three (3) faculty members including at least one female (voting)
• One (1) staff member (voting)
• The Student Council President or designee - female/male (voting)
• Director of Student Life or designee (non-voting)
• The AHC will be charged with maintaining the highest level of academic integrity at the
Institute, and deliberating cases of suspected academic violations.
Procedure to Report and Investigate Academic Dishonesty for Minor Violations
• If an instructor suspects that a student has committed a minor violation, s/he should meet
with the student to discuss the allegation. The meeting must take place within three (3)
working days from when the alleged violation took place.
• If the instructor determines that no academic violation has occurred, the matter is dropped.
• If the instructor determines that a minor violation has occurred, s/he shall:
• Apply a sanction, if any, in accordance with the “Possible Sanctions for Violations” terms
listed below.
• Notify the student and the instructor’s Program Chair/Department Head and submit a report
through the student information system detailing the violation and sanction applied (if any)
within five (5) working days from when the meeting with the student(s) took place.
• Submit a report to the Student Life Office, with a copy to the Program Chair.
• The third minor violation documented with the Student Life Office will be referred to the
AHC.
Procedure to Report and Investigate Academic Dishonesty for Major Violations
• If an instructor suspects that a student has committed a major violation, s/he should meet
with the student to discuss the allegation. The meeting must take place within three (3)
working days from when the alleged violation took place.
• If the instructor determines that no academic violation has occurred, the matter is dropped.
• If the instructor determines that a major violation has occurred, s/he shall notify the student
and the instructor’s Program Chair/Department Head and submit a report through the
student information system detailing the violation within five (5) working days from when
the meeting with the student(s) took place.
• The student’s file will be automatically referred by the student information system to the
Judicial Officer (or designee) who will review the case, gather the evidence and present it,
in writing, to the AHC.
The AHC: Upon receiving the case:
• Will hold a meeting with the Judicial Officer (or designee) and, if necessary, the student
and/or instructor for the purpose of examining the evidence and questioning any witnesses
or relevant parties.
• Based on the evidence, if the AHC decides that the student has committed an academic
violation,
• they will determine an appropriate sanction. The AHC may recommend any sanction in
accordance with item 6.5 of this document.
The AHC is required to submit a full report, including the recommended sanction, to the Provost
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(or designee) for a final decision. Such decision will be communicated to the Office of the
Registrar. Where the Provost (or designee) determines to impose a sanction other than that
recommended by the AHC, written justification shall be provided to the AHC. The Office of the
Registrar will communicate the final decision to the student and instructor.
During an Academic Dishonesty Investigation
• A student under investigation for an allegation of an academic violation may not withdraw
from the course in question.
• A student may not graduate as long as any allegation of an academic violation remains
unresolved.
• Unavailability of any of the concerned parties will not hinder the continuation of the
investigation.
• Students may seek advice about the Academic Integrity Policy and its procedures from the
Student Life Office.
Possible Sanctions for Violations
Guidelines for sanctions to be applied based on the severity of the violation.
• Requirement to attend scheduled developmental workshops on relevant topics: Opportunistic
cheating in assignments, exercises, examinations, projects, presentations, reports, etc. that
have a limited effect on a student’s course grade.
• Reduced grade or 0 for the work: Opportunistic cheating in assignments, exercises,
examinations, projects, presentations, reports, etc. that have a limited effect on a student’s
course grade.
• Reduction in course grade by one letter grade: Premeditated cheating in assignments,
exercises, examinations, projects, presentations, reports, etc. that have a limited effect on a
student’s course grade.
• XF or reduction in grade for the course: Opportunistic cheating in assignments, exercises,
examinations, projects, presentations, reports, etc. that have a significant effect on a
student’s course grade.
• Suspension for one semester and an XF for the course: Premeditated cheating in assignments,
exercises, examinations, projects, presentations, reports, etc. that have a significant effect
on a student’s course grade.
• Expulsion from PI: Premeditated cheating in assignments, exercises, examinations, projects,
• presentations, reports, etc. that have a significant effect on a student’s course grade.
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Suspension from the Institute
A student found guilty of academic dishonesty may be suspended for one or more semesters.
The AHC will determine the length of suspension. Once imposed, the AHC will recommend the
effective date for suspension, which could be immediate. If suspended during an academic
semester, the student will receive a grade of XF (Failure due to Academic Dishonesty) for the
concerned course and a WI (Involuntary Withdrawal-Terminated) for all remaining courses. The
Institute will report the case to the student’s guardian and sponsor. A student may appeal an XF
grade recorded two years earlier in accordance with the appeals process stated in this policy.
Appeals
If a student wishes to appeal the instructor’s or AHC’s decisions, s/he must comply with the
following:
• All appeals must be in writing and provide new information not considered previously.
• All appeals regarding minor violations must be submitted to the Judicial Officer (or
designee) within ten (10) working days from the decision date of the instructor. The Judicial
Officer (or designee) shall
• forward the case to the AHC to review, deliberate and decide. The AHC’s decision is final.
• Appeals regarding major violations must be submitted to the Judicial Officer (or designee)
within ten (10) working days from the decision date of the Provost. The Provost will review,
deliberate as needed, and decide on the case. The Provost’s decision is final.
• Appeals may result in the application of a lesser, identical or more severe sanction.
Record of Sanctions
• All records of sanction for all cases will be kept in the Student Life Office.
• A record of any sanction requiring action by the Registrar’s Office will be placed in the
student’s file at the Registrar’s Office.
• In cases of major violation the Institute will provide a record of the sanction upon request
from the student’s guardian and sponsor.
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Academic Units and Curricula
Academic Environment
The academic environment at the Petroleum Institute is exciting because of the interaction
of students with experienced professors and instructors, many of whom have worked in the
petroleum industry, and because students are learning in state-of-the-art facilities. Students also
meet other students who will become lifelong professional colleagues. The academic environment
is challenging, as expected at a first-class engineering institution, and different from that which
most UAE students have experienced in secondary schools.
The majority of classes are conducted in English, and most students start with the ABP (Academic
Bridge Program) which is a rigorous one-year program designed to enable students to develop
the study skills, work habits and attitudes students need in order to succeed in undergraduate
Engineering studies. English language skills are developed to meet PI requirements. The ABP
Department will also help students in developing the necessary integrity and personal and
interpersonal skills to become successful students and engineers.
Students in the engineering programs learn the fundamentals of engineering and science in large
part by solving practical engineering problems and in petroleum-related projects, working either
individually or in groups. Subjects are interrelated and students integrate knowledge gained in
one course with that gained in others. Students average 5 or more contact hours a day with
faculty in the classroom and are expected to devote 3-4 hours each day including weekends on
homework. Grades are based on examinations, periodic in- class tests, homework, individual and
group projects, laboratory exercises, class participation, and attendance. Refer to the syllabus for
specific course requirements.
General Education Requirements
The General Education courses are designed to provide students with the basic knowledge in
chemistry, mathematics and physics. It is also intended to broaden the curriculum by exposing
students to topics in communication, humanities and social sciences. The goal is to better
understand the many non- technical disciplines and develop an appreciation of economic factors,
history, aesthetics, ethics, and societal and global impact of engineering practice. Along with their
discipline study, the general education component helps students develop essential leadership
and communication skills, improve writing and computer literacy skills, and enhance their ability
to work in teams and think critically.
The Petroleum Institute requires undergraduate students to complete the following courses in
general education requirements for a total of 54 credits:
CHEM 101 General Chemistry I COMM 101 Communication I COMM 151 Communication II
ENGR 102 Introduction to Engineering
HFIT 111 Personal Health and Fitness I
H&SS 111 Islamic Studies
H&SS 350 Economics
H&SS XXX Humanities and Social Sciences Elective I
H&SS XXX Humanities and Social Sciences
Elective II
MATH 111 Calculus I
MATH 161 Calculus II
MATH 212 Calculus III
PHYS 191 Physics I – Mechanics
PHYS 241 Physics II – Electromagnetism and Optics
STPS 201 Strategies for Team-Based Engineering Problem Solving I
STPS 251 Strategies for Team-Based Engineering Problem Solving II
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Electives
Each degree program requires its students to complete at least 3 credits in a major elective
course and/ or technical elective course. A major elective course is an elective course offered
through the program of study. A technical elective course is an elective course offered outside
the program of study. For a complete listing of the major elective courses and technical elective
courses, and the total number of electives required, refer to the individual program of study in
this document.
Internship and Field Experience
A summer practical training program is required for undergraduate students major in Chemical,
Electrical, Mechanical and Petroleum Engineering at the Petroleum Institute. The prime objective
of the Summer Internship Program is to provide our undergraduate engineering students with
hands-on exposure to oil and gas industry facilities, thereby furthering their understanding of
the basics and operations of sciences and its applications in the oil and gas industry. During the
assignment period, students apart from technical exposure, will also learn to work in teams that
possess diverse knowledge and skills; experience project management; develop time management;
and most importantly learn to understand rules and regulations as well as adhere to policies and
procedures. Students’ communication and presentation skills are expected to improve after the
internship period as a result of constant contacts with mentors and administrative personnel.
Students must make the best use of this opportunity to apply their theoretical background in
engineering learned at the PI to solve design and maintenance problems and demonstrate an
awareness of current and future engineering applications in the oil industry.
This Program take place once a year in the summer only for a total duration of eight weeks
exactly; Interns start registering for this course from early spring semester of each academic year.
Students, once assigned, must agree to spend eight weeks with the assigned organization on-site
and/or in offices except for off-shore sites where the respective company’s policy prevails.The
pre-requisites to take the courses are :
• Student must have a minimum cumulative GPA of 2.0
• Student must have a minimum of 90 earned Credit Hours by the start of the internship
program.
The internship program is mainly successful due to the unlimited support received from Abu
Dhabi National Oil Company Scholarship Department, ADNOC Group of Companies (AGCs),
ADNOC’s industrial partners and reputed international organizations committed to contributing
to the development of United Arab Emirates. The internship Office coordinates the internship
placement of PI Students with interested industrial partner, faculty advisors, and process all related
requirements for the internship placement. Students are placed under the direct supervision of
a mentor in the ADNOC group of companies, or with one of the international stakeholders.The
intern is given a significant individual engineering project in a discipline-specific environment.
The nature of the work assignment is tailored to the student’s intellectual development level, and
involves actual engineering project work including, where possible, collection and synthesis of
data, analysis, and reporting. The intern also has a PI faculty advisor, who is required to interface
with the student and the mentor periodically to assess progress and respond to questions. A Final
report is required at the completion of the internship; this report becomes part of the student’s
permanent record at the PI and is used as input into the Program’s assessment process. A formal
evaluation of the student is carried out by both the faculty advisor and the company mentor
at the conclusion of the internship; this information is also be used as part of the Academic
Assessment Program.
For Junior Petroleum Geosciences students, a mandatory Field Work Program is required in Italy
and Spain for a total of 30 days.
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Women in Science and Engineering Program
The mission of the Women in Science and Engineering (WISE) Program is to promote women’s
education attainment, professional aspirations, social responsibility and personal growth. The
Program aspires to develop successful female engineers and scientists who will make meaningful
contributions to the profession and society at large. The Program was founded in Fall 2006 and
aims to:
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Inspire lifelong learning.
Foster leadership skills.
Encourage civic involvement.
Promote engagement in applied sciences and engineering.
To meet these goals, a correlated set of objectives has been established to ensure proper planning
and effective implementation. Objectives include:
• Providing opportunities that aim at academic involvement, research activity and
continuous learning.
• Encouraging participation in extra-curricular activities that emphasize a balanced learning
experience, leadership and collaborative work.
• Exposing students to role models and inspiring individuals who promote women’s active
involvement in the workforce and society at large.
• Advocating involvement in community-related activities and outreach programs.
• Promoting sustainable practices and ethical conduct in all actions.
• Engaging in professional activities that highlight women’s contributions in the fields of
applied
• sciences and engineering.
For further information on the specific degree requirements, please refer to the individual degree
program sections of this catalog.
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Academic Bridge Program
Vision
The vision of the Petroleum Institute ABP Department is to develop and maintain a leading center
of academic excellence in the preparation of students for undergraduate studies in Engineering
and Applied Sciences.
Mission
The mission of the Academic Bridge Program is to provide students with the necessary knowledge,
skills and proficiency in English consistent with success in engineering and science studies.
Academic Bridge Program Student Learning Outcomes (SLO)
The ABP program-level outcomes are tabulated below to show Knowledge, Skills and Aspects of
Competency as follows:
SLO
An ABP student will, by the end of the program, meet the requirements for successful
transfer into the Arts & Sciences program and will possess:
1
the communication skills appropriate for undergraduate study.
2
an ability to work individually and in teams.
3
an awareness of, and ability to engage in, independent study and life-long learning.
4
an ability to utilize information and communication technology.
5
an ability to think critically and creatively.
6
an awareness of the norms and practices of an academic culture and of the wider
society.
The mission of the ABP is to provide learners with opportunities to achieve sufficient proficiency
in academic English to succeed in their undergraduate studies. Because of the PI’s emphasis on
measurable achievements, the ABP English curriculum has an outcomes-based framework. After
completing the ABP English curriculum, students will have sufficient English skills to be able to:
• listen to short and long conversations/lectures and extract general and detailed information;
• speak clearly in class presentations and answer questions from an audience;
• read critically to extract general facts and specific details, stated or inferred, from academic
texts; and
• produce a variety of texts using notes, reference material and background knowledge/
experience.
ABP facilities include fully-equipped language classrooms and computer laboratories. Classrooms
are equipped with data projectors, smart boards (in Arzanah Building), white boards, bulletin
boards, computers, and overhead projectors. ABP students are assessed on a regular basis.
There are periodic quizzes and writing tests as part of students’ continuous assessment.
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Placement and Exit Requirements
1. Placement:
Newly admitted students will be placed into their ABP courses based on their scores on one of
three tests- the CEPA exam, the IELTS or the TOEFL iBT.
ABPS 010: English 1
Students whose entry CEPA score is below 171 or equivalent will enter the English 1 course. In this
course, students study English for 24 hours per week. This is to prepare for English 2 and 3 levels.
English 1 lasts for one semester.
ABPS 020: English 2
Students whose entry CEPA score is between 171 and 177 (or IELTS 5.0/TOEFL iBT 36-47) will be
placed in English 2. Students receive 20 hours per week of English and academic skills. English 2
lasts for one semester.
ABPS 030: English 3
Students whose entry CEPA 178+ (or IELTS 5.5/TOEFL iBT 48-60), or who have satisfied the
requirements of English 2 progress to English 3. Students receive 20 hours per week of English
and academic skills. Students will improve their English and academic skills sufficiently to exit
ABP and begin studies in the Arts & Sciences Program. English 3 lasts for one semester.
2. Exit Requirements:
Students must achieve an a minimum IELTS 6 or TOEFL iBT score of 61 to meet the Ministry of
Higher Education and Scientific Research requirements for entry into the College of Arts &
Sciences.
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Arts and Sciences Program
The Arts and Sciences Program consists of the following departments: Chemistry, Communication,
General Studies, Humanities and Social Sciences, Mathematics, and Physics. The mission of Arts &
Sciences is to provide undergraduate students with a high quality education which broadens
and supports their intellectual and practical development through academic excellence,
scholarly activity and provision of the knowledge, skills and dispositions necessary to succeed in
a globalized world.
Arts & Sciences Program Student Learning Outcomes
• Outcome 1: An ability to apply knowledge of the basic sciences (math, chemistry and
physics) to identify, formulate, analyze, and solve problems.
• Outcome 2: An ability to design and conduct experiments, and analyze and interpret
resulting experimental data.
• Outcome 3: An ability to develop and use appropriate data gathering instruments to
undertake research.
• Outcome 4: Understanding of a variety of political, social, cultural, economic and ethical
points of view with reference to contemporary global and regional issues.
• Outcome 5: An ability to use techniques, skills, and modern engineering design tools.
• Outcome 6: An understanding of the engineering design process as a means of obtaining
conceptual solutions to engineering problems.
• Outcome 7: An ability to function effectively in teams.
• Outcome 8: An ability to communicate effectively, in English, in spoken, written, and
graphical formats.
• Outcome 9: An awareness of, and engagement in, independent study and life-long learning.
Chemistry Department
The mission of the Chemistry Department is to provide students with the fundamental knowledge
and skills in chemistry that they will require for their engineering and sciences studies and
subsequent careers. Its vision is to provide a focal point for chemistry, both in terms of teaching
and research, within the PI and in the wider UAE community. The Chemistry Department goals
are to:
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Establish a clearly defined role for chemistry within the Petroleum Institute.
Enhance excellence in undergraduate teaching across campus.
Promote research in chemistry.
Enhance faculty and staff development.
The Chemistry Department has a number of state-of-the-art instructional laboratories including:
• General Chemistry laboratories with preparation and storage rooms (5)
• Organic Chemistry laboratories (3) with gas chromatographs, gas chromatograph-mass
spectrometers, Fourier Transform Infrared spectrometers, and one 60 MHz NMR
• A research laboratory with access to an ICP-MS instrument; an HPLC-ICP-MS facility; and an
• HPLC instrument.
• Access to a 400 MHz NMR spectrometer in the Chemical Engineering Program
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The Chemistry Department contributes to courses for the general education requirements of the
PI, as well as compulsory courses and technical electives for some of the majors. Courses offered
include:
CHEM
CHEM
CHEM
CHEM
CHEM
CHEM
060 Introduction to Chemical Principles
101 General Chemistry I
102 General Chemistry II CHEM 211 Organic Chemistry I CHEM 212 Organic Chemistry II
301 Physical Chemistry
293/393/493 Special Topics in Chemistry CHEM 394/494 Research Topics in Chemistry
396/496 Independent Study in Chemistry
Communication Department
Mission
The mission of the Communication Department is to develop Petroleum Institute students’
application and understanding of English communication and professional practice, enabling
them to participate effectively in their studies and in their eventual workplaces.
Values
The work of the Communication Department is predicated on the belief that students’
communication and professional skills are most effectively developed through student-centered
and team-based approaches that necessitate collaboration in the acquisition and articulation
of knowledge. Instructors primarily facilitate learning and team processes, using feedback
embedded in a review process to guide students, and introducing the concepts and skills of
academic integrity, reflection, collaboration, metacognition and critical thinking through which
students enhance their learning strategies, their participation in a team,
their self-reliance, and the oral and written outcomes of their own and their team’s efforts.
Goals
The department’s goals are to guide students to develop the knowledge, skills and competencies
necessary to achieve the following learning outcomes:
• Demonstrate ability to develop and use data gathering instrument(s) in research, and
analyze and discuss results (COMM SLO2).
• Demonstrate an ability to work effectively in a team (COMM SLO6).
• Demonstrate effective communication (COMM SLO7).
• Demonstrate engagement in independent study and the development of lifelong learning
skills
• (COMM SLO8).
Communication Department courses include:
• COMM 101 COMMUNICATION I
• COMM 151 COMMUNICATION II
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Humanities and Social Sciences Department
H&SS furthers life-long learning by promoting an awareness and understanding of human
behavior expressed in students’ histories, political and economic systems, faiths, oral and written
languages and leadership behaviors in a manner that prepares them for further academic
study, professional excellence and contributive citizenship. H&SS produces innovative research
in scholarly and professional media that contributes to an advanced understanding of specific
topics within the sphere of H&SS. Its vision is to be
a regionally recognized center of teaching and research excellence in the humanities and social
sciences.
The Humanities and Social Sciences Department contributes to courses for the general education
requirements of the PI. Courses offered include:
H&SS 111
Islamic Studies
H&SS 112
Arabic Language
H&SS 121
German Language I H&SS 171 German Language II
H&SS200 Introduction to Business Management
H&SS 201
The West in the Middle East
H&SS 221
Introduction to Political Science
H&SS 222 The UAE Before and Since the Discovery of Oil
H&SS 251
Principles of Economics
H&SS253
Topics in Quranic & Hadith Studies
H&SS261
Engineering Ethics from an Islamic Perspective
H&SS 321
The Political Economy of Japan
H&SS 333
The History and Politics of Middle East Oil
H&SS 374 Islamic Banking and Finance
H&SS 293/393/493 Special Topics in Humanities and Social Sciences
H&SS 394/494 Research Topics in Humanities and Social Sciences
H&SS 396/496 Independent Study in Humanities and Social Sciences
Mathematics Department
The mission of the Mathematics Department is to serve the PI community through excellence in
teaching, research and scholarly activities. Its vision is to be recognized for its contributions in
teaching and research both at the national and international levels.
The Mathematics Department contributes to courses for the general education requirements of
the PI and technical electives for some of the majors. Courses offered include:
MATH 060 College Mathematics
MATH 111 Calculus I
MATH 161 Calculus II MATH 212 Calculus III MATH 241 Probability and Statistics
MATH 261 Differential Equations
MATH 361 Advanced Engineering Mathematics
MATH 365 Numerical Methods
MATH 371 Operations Research for Engineers
MATH 461 Linear Algebra
MATH 293/393/493 Special Topics in Mathematics MATH 394/494 Research Topics in Mathematics
MATH 396/496 Independent Study in Mathematics
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Physics Department
The mission of the Physics Department is to teach physics courses in innovative ways that will help
PI students meet all the requirements for graduation and thereby contribute to their preparation
for successful careers as engineers. Its vision is to be recognized within the PI and the wider
community as a center for innovative teaching and excellence in research.
The Physics Department has a number of state-of-the-art instructional laboratories including:
• Takreer Physics Studios: modern student-centered learning environments for PHYS 191 (2)
Electromagnetism and Optics Laboratories (2)
• Mechanics and Waves Laboratories (2)
• Modern Physics that allows student experiments such as Franck-Hertz experiment,
Moseley’s law and determination of the Rydberg constant using X-rays, determination of
Planck’s constant, Compton effect, conductivity in solids, etc. and technical electives for
some of the majors. Courses offered include:
PHYS 060 Introductory to University Physics
PHYS 191 Physics I – Mechanics
PHYS 241 Physics II – Electromagnetism and Optics
PHYS 341 Modern Physics with Applications PHYS 293/393/493 Special Topics in Physics PHYS 394/494 Research Topics in Physics PHYS 396/496 Independent Study in Physics
General Studies Department
The mission of the General Studies Department is to assist in preparing engineering students to
meet the challenges of their profession by providing hands-on learning in areas of team based
engineering problem solving and design communication. The General Studies Department is
committed to academic excellence, and fostering an interactive learning environment that would
motivate students to successfully engage in engineering education.
The General Studies Department has a number of state-of-the-art computer laboratories with the
latest computer aided design software.
The General Studies Department contributes to courses for the general education requirements
of the PI. Courses offered include:
ENGR101 Introduction to Engineering in the Petroleum Industry STPS201 Strategies for Teambased Engineering Problem Solving I STPS251 Strategies for Team-based Engineering Problem
Solving II
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Chemical Engineering Program
Bachelor of Science in Chemical Engineering
Mission and Description
The mission of the Chemical Engineering Program at the Petroleum Institute is to provide a world
class education in chemical engineering to produce engineers and future leaders who are capable
of meeting or exceeding the needs and expectations of ADNOC, and other allied sponsors.
The field of chemical engineering deals with the science and engineering of chemical reactions and
separation processes. Accordingly, the degree program begins with basic studies in chemistry,
including organic and physical chemistry, and the thermodynamic properties of fluids. The
program continues with courses in basic chemical engineering calculations and advanced courses
in fluid mechanics, heat and mass transfer. Reactor design, petroleum refining, gas processing,
process control, computer-aided process design, and engineering economics are important
components of the program. Students’ access to state- of-the-art laboratories including unit
operations, reaction engineering, thermofluids, and control systems as well as pilot-plant settings
are deemed vital in the program.
Educational Objectives
Within the first few years after graduation, the career and professional accomplishments of the
Chemical
Engineering Program graduates are:
• Successful practice of the chemical engineering profession.
• Design and safe operation of process plants including the oil, gas and petrochemical
industries.
• Satisfactory career growth fulfilling ADNOC’s competency targets.
• Successful career in research and development.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the Chemical Engineering Program at the Petroleum Institute, our graduates
will be able to:
• apply knowledge of basic sciences (mathematics, chemistry, and physics) and engineering;
• design and conduct experiments, as well as analyze and interpret data;
• carry out safe and economic design of chemical engineering processes and systems
fulfilling environmental and societal constraints;
• function effectively in inter- and intra-disciplinary teams;
• apply knowledge of chemical engineering fundamentals to the identification, formulation,
analysis and solution of chemical engineering problems;
• demonstrate professional integrity and ethical responsibility;
• communicate effectively in English, both oral and written;
• exhibit an understanding of the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic,
environmental, and societal context;
• inculcate a passion for life-long learning and self-education;
• demonstrate an awareness and understanding of contemporary environmental and social
issues in the regional and global context; and
• use the computational and process simulation tools necessary for chemical engineering
practice.
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Program Facilities
The Chemical Engineering Program laboratories are located in the Arzanah and Ruwais Buildings.
These include:
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Catalysis Laboratory
Computing Laboratory
Instrumentation Laboratory
Polymer Chemistry Laboratory
Polymer Processing Laboratory
Polymer Properties and Characterization Laboratory
Reaction Engineering Laboratory
Thermodynamics Laboratory
Unit Operations Laboratory
Professional Chapters and Clubs
The Chemical Engineering Program supported the founding of the American Institute of
Chemical Engineering (AIChE) Student Chapter in spring 2009. The aim of the chapter is to
promote chemical engineering and establish a bridge between PI students and the professional
community at large. AIChE holds regular meetings for its members and organizes social and
technical activities open to all students.
Degree Requirements
The Chemical Engineering Program at the Petroleum Institute is designed to give students a
rigorous education in the fundamentals of chemical engineering science, and specific training
in applications of chemical engineering in the oil and gas industries. The program incorporates
extensive laboratory work and computer process simulation in order to reinforce the principles
and concepts used in the classroom. The program features a summer internship in industry
where students will gain significant exposure to the petroleum processing industries in the
Middle East or elsewhere in the world. The Chemical Engineering Program requires 132 credits to
graduate distributed as follows: 52 credits in General Education Requirements, 71 credits in Major
Requirements, and 9 credits in Electives of which at least 6 credits in Major Electives.
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Program of Study for Chemical Engineering
Term
Fall
Course Code
Credit
CHEM 101
General Chemistry I
4
COMM 101
MATH 111
ENGR 101
HFIT 111
Communication I
Calculus I
Introduction to Engineering in the Petroleum Industry
Personal Health and Fitness
TOTAL
General Chemistry II
Communication II
Calculus II
Physics I - Mechanics
TOTAL
4
4
3
1
16
4
4
4
4
16
Sophomore
Year
Organic Chemistry I
4
CHEM 102
COMM 151
Spring MATH 161
PHYS 191
CHEM 211
CHEM 212
MATH 261
CHEG 232
Spring
CHEG 212
STPS 201
Organic Chemistry II
Differential Equations
Fluid Mechanics
Computational Methods in Chemical Engineering
Strategies for Team-Based Engineering Problem Solving I
TOTAL
3
4
4
3
18
4
3
3
3
3
16
Summer CHEG 397
Chemical Engineering Internship
3
Fall
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Course Title
Freshman Year
MATH 212
PHYS 241
CHEG 205
H&SS 251
Calculus III
Physics II – Electromagnetism and Optics
Principles of Chemical Engineering
TOTAL
Term
Course Code
Course Title
Credit
Junior Year
Fall
CHEM 331
Physical Chemistry
3
CHEG313
CHEG335
STPS251
H&SS111
Experimental Design and Analysis
Heat Transfer
Strategies for Team-Based Engineering Problem Solving
3
3
Islamic Studies
TOTAL
CHEG 332
CHEG 324
Spring CHEG 314
Chemical Engineering Thermodynamics
Mass Transfer
Engineering Economics
3
3
15
3
3
3
CHEG354
Chemical Engineering Laboratory I
3
H&SS XXX
Humanities and Social Sciences Elective II
3
TECH XXX
Technical Elective 1
TOTAL
3
17
Senior Year
Fall
CHEG 423
CHEG 443
CHEG 490
CHEG 455
CHEG XXX
CHEG 491
CHEG424
CHEG 412
Spring
H&SS XXX
CHEG XXX
Gas Processing Engineering
Reaction Engineering
Chemical Engineering Design Project I
Chemical Engineering Laboratory II
Major Elective I
TOTAL
Chemical Engineering Design Project II
Petroleum Refining and Processing
Process Dynamics and Control
Major Elective II
TOTAL
Total Credit Hours
3
4
3
2
3
15
3
3
4
3
3
16
132
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List of Electives
Major Electives (at least 6 credits)
CHEG 325
Fundamentals of Nanotechnology
CHEG380
CHEG 381
CHEG 415
CHEG 416
CHEG 440
CHEG 470
CHEG 472
CHEG 488
CHEG293/393/493
CHEG 394/494
CHEG 396/496
Introduction to Polymer Science and Engineering
Polymer Chemistry and Reaction Engineering
Combustion and Air Pollution Control
Corrosion Engineering
Separation Processes
Industrial Catalysis
Water Treatment and Membrane Processes
Polymer Properties
Special Topics in Chemical Engineering
Research Topics in Chemical Engineering
Independent Study in Chemical Engineering
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
1-4
1-4
1-6
Technical Electives (up to 3 credits)
HSEG 401
Introduction to HSE Engineering
3
HSEG 405
MATH 361
MATH 461
MEEG 334
MEEG 454
MEEG 459
MEEG 479
MEEG 480
PEEG 342
PHYS 341
System Safety Engineering
Advanced Engineering Mathematics
Linear Algebra
Materials Science
Refrigeration/air conditioning and cryogenics
Turbo Machinery
Engineering Project Management
Renewable Energy Technologies
Production Facilities
Modern Physics
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
3
• Courses from outside the list require approval from the Chemical Engineering Department
Chair (or designee).
• For a list of H&SS Elective courses, refer to the Arts and Sciences Program section of this
document
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Electrical Engineering Program
Bachelor of Science in Electrical Engineering
The mission of the Electrical Engineering Program is to provide a world-class education in electrical
engineering with emphasis on power and control systems, and instrumentation engineering that
prepares graduates for successful professional careers in ADNOC, other allied sponsors, and the
broader energy industry. In addition, graduates will engage in life-long learning that will enable
them to continue their education throughout their career.
The Electrical Engineering Program at the Petroleum Institute is designed to give students a
sound education that covers the major subjects of electrical engineering and draws applications
from the oil and gas industries. In their senior year, the electrical engineering students take a
variety of courses in power engineering, which comprises power generation, transmission, and
distribution systems, and
in instrumentation and control, which involves instrumentation and measurements, modern
control, computer control techniques, real-time programming, and industrial automation.
The electrical engineering curriculum combines strength in electrical engineering fundamentals
with extensive laboratory experience to reinforce the principles and concepts used in classroom,
design experiences to apply learned knowledge to solve representatives of real-world problems
and an environment that stresses leadership and teamwork. In addition, the curriculum emphasizes
the development of computer and oral and written communication skills of electrical engineering
students.
The Electrical Engineering laboratories are equipped with state-of-the-art instrumentation
components, development systems tools for teaching and research.
Consistent with the institutional vision and mission and those of the Electrical Engineering
Program, with input from program constituencies, the faculty has adopted a number of educational
objectives. The overall goal is to provide students with an outstanding learning environment
and the necessary education so they will have the tools and resources to compete successfully
in the global workplace or to pursue advanced studies. The program will strive to use novel
technologies and methodologies for teaching. Within the first few years of graduation, the career
and professional accomplishments of our Electrical Engineering Program graduates will be to:
• Communicate effectively in English and function well on teams;
• Demonstrate understanding of and practice professional attitudes and ethics within a global
and societal context; and engage in lifelong learning.
• Succeed in pursuing a career or graduate studies in electrical engineering using appropriate
theoretical and experimental, problem-solving, and design skills.
• Design new or improve power and/or control systems.
• Develop solutions to engineering problems utilizing diverse knowledge from a variety of
sources.
• Function well and succeed in the future work environment with ADNOC Group and corporate
sponsors through attainment of sponsors’ competency targets.
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On completion of the Electrical Engineering Program, graduates will be able to:
• Outcome 1: Apply knowledge of the basic sciences (math, chemistry, and physics) and electrical
engineering to identify, formulate, analyze/design, and solve Electrical Engineering problems
[ABET Criterion 3a, e];
• Outcome 2: Design and conduct experiments and process tests and analyze and interpret
experimental data [ABET Criterion 3b];
• Outcome 3: Use techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools [ABET Criterion 3k];
• Outcome 4: Design a system, component, or process to meet certain needs [ABET Criterion
3c]
• Outcome 5: Function effectively on intra and inter disciplinary teams [ABET Criterion 3d];
• Outcome 6: Demonstrate an awareness of professional and ethical responsibility and
of contemporary issues with relevance to global and regional issues [ABET Criteria 3h, c, f, j];
• Outcome 7: Communicate effectively in English in oral, written, and graphical formats [ABET
• Criterion 3g];
• Outcome 8: Demonstrate awareness of, and engage in, life-long learning and self-education
[ABET
• Criterion 3i];
• Outcome 9: Demonstrate knowledge of probability and statistics, and advanced mathematics,
typically including differential equations, and linear algebra [ABET Criterion 3l].
Program Facilities
The EE Department has separate laboratories in MEN and WOMEN campus . The following labs
are currently located in the Engineering Labs Building 3 (RUWAIS building ) in MEN campus and
Arzanah campus (building 8) on the Sas Al Nakhl campus in Abu Dhabi.
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
•
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Electric Circuits Lab;
Electronics Circuits lab;
Digital Electronic Circuits Lab;
Microprocessors and Microcontrollers Lab;
Industrial Automation Lab;
Electric Machines Lab;
Feedback Control Lab;
Instrumentation and Measurements Lab;
Signals and Systems Lab;
Computer Lab; and
Electrical workshop
In addition to the above teaching laboratories the department also has set up three research
laboratories namely power electronics and drives laboratory, Renewable energy laboratory and
high voltage laboratory.
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The student chapter of the Electrical and Electronics Engineers (IEEE) and the IEEE Women
Affinity Group were established in 2007 and 20008 respectively. Their purpose is to provide
students with the opportunity to be actively involved in their professional society. The chapter
raises awareness about the profession and provides students with leadership opportunities. The
PI IEEE chapter is actively involved in local and regional events organizing lectures and field trips,
participating in conference and competitions, and involved in social activities and community
services. The IEEE student members have won several national and international awards for the
design and community service projects and have actively participated in
local, regional and international conferences.
Degree Requirements
The Electrical Engineering Program begins with basic studies in engineering science coupled with
fundamental studies in electrical engineering. The program continues with advanced courses in
power, and controls and instrumentations engineering. To reinforce the principles and concepts
introduced in the classroom, the program incorporates extensive hands-on laboratory work, design
experiences to apply learned knowledge to solve representatives of real-world problems, and an
environment that stresses teamwork and leadership. In addition, the program emphasizes the
development of computer, and oral and written communication skills. The Electrical Engineering
Program features a summer internship in industry where students will gain significant exposure
to the petroleum processing industries in the Middle East and elsewhere in the world. The Electrical
Engineering Program requires 130 credits to graduate distributed as follows: 53 credits in General
Education Requirements, 68 credits in Major Requirements, at least 6 credits in Major Electives
(at the 400-level) and 3 credits in Technical Electives.
Program of Study for Electrical Engineering
Term
Fall
Spring
Course Code
Course Title
Freshman Year
Credit
CHEM 101
COMM 101
ENGR 101
General Chemistry I
Communication I
Introduction to Engineering in Petroleum Industry
4
4
3
MATH 111
TOTAL
H&SS 111
COMM 151
MATH 161
PHYS 191
HFIT 111
TOTAL
Calculus I
4
15
3
4
4
4
1
16
Islamic Studies
Communication II
Calculus II
Physics I – Mechanics
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Sophomore Year
Fall
Spring
ELEG 205
ELEG 206
MATH 212
PHYS 241
STPS 201
TOTAL
ELEG 305
ELEG 380
H&SS 251
MATH 261
STPS 251
TOTAL
Electric Circuits I
Introduction to computer Programming
Calculus III
4
3
3
4
3
17
4
4
3
3
3
17
Electric Circuits II
Logic and Digital Design
Strategies for Team-Based Engineering Problem Solving II
Junior Year
Fall
Spring
Summer
ELEG 310
ELEG 330
ELEG 325
ELEG 360
MATH 241
TOTAL
ELEG 315
ELEG 350
ELEG 385
TECH XXX
H&SS XXX
TOTAL
ELEG 397
Engineering Electromagnetics
Electric Machines
Electronic Devices and Circuits
Feedback Control Systems
Probability and Statistics for Engineers
Signals and Systems
Power Systems Analysis
Microprocessors and Microcontrollers
Technical Elective I
Humanities and Social Sciences Elective I
Electrical Engineering Internship
3
4
4
4
3
18
3
3
4
3
3
16
3
Senior Year
Fall
Spring
ELEG 410
Fundamentals of Power Electronics
3
ELEG 440
ELEG 490
ELEG 4XX
H&SS XXX
TOTAL
ELEG 390
ELEG 465
ELEG 491
ELEG 4XX
TOTAL
Instrumentation and Measurement
4
2
3
3
15
3
4
3
3
13
130
Electrical Engineering Design Project I
Major Elective I
Data Communication
Industrial Automation
Electrical Engineering Design Project II
Major Elective II
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS
60
Electrical Engineering Major Electives (at least 6 credits)
ELEG 420
Modern Control Systems
3
ELEG 450
ELEG 458
ELEG 460
ELEG 470
ELEG 475
ELEG 480
Electric Power Distribution Systems
Electric Power Quality
Digital Signal Processing
Advanced Power Electronics
Power Systems Protection and Relays
Digital Control Systems
3
3
3
3
3
3
ELEG 493
Special Topics in Electrical Engineering
1-4
Electrical Engineering Technical Electives (at least 3 credits)
MATH 361
MATH 365
MATH 461
PHYS 341
CHEM 102
Numerical Methods
Linear Algebra
Modern Physics with Applications
3
3
3
3
4
Courses not on the list require approval from the Electrical Engineering Program Chair. For a list
of H&SS Elective courses, refer to the Arts and Sciences Program section of this document.
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Material Science & Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Metallurgical Science & Engineering
Bachelor of Science in Polymer Science & Engineering
The mission of the Materials Science and Engineering Program is as follows:
The Materials Science and Engineering undergraduate program will be committed to continuous
improvement in the quality of teaching, research and service and providing quality Science and
Engineering education with sufficient scope to include the basic and specialized training necessary
for the current and emerging needs of the society. The program will carry the responsibility to
contribute to the advancement of knowledge by conducting research at the cutting edge of
science and technology. As part of its mission, the program will promote and nurture the spirit of
commitment, initiative and collegiality among faculty and across the whole institute.
Program Educational Objectives:
The educational objectives of the Materials Science and Engineering Program at the Petroleum
Institute are derived from the Institutional Mission Statement, the Institutional Goals, and the
Institutional Profile of the PI Graduate. These are:
• To teach the students professional and ethical attitudes, effectiveness in communication
and teamwork and an ability to take responsibility and actively contribute to the societal
development.
• To educate the students across the spectrum of fundamental and applied materials science
and engineering, enabling them to solve engineering problems related to material behavior,
properties and processing, hence satisfying the sponsor’s business goals.
• To provide the students with a quality education in an academic environment committed to
excellence and innovation that fosters leadership, professionalism and life-long learning and
successful engineering careers.
• To prepare the students with sufficient scientific and engineering breadth to design and
develop innovative solutions to materials problems in engineering systems, trough industrial
partnerships and collaboration with international institutions.
Program Outcomes
The program outcomes used to achieve the program objectives follow the ABET Criterion 3a-k,
which are given below. They express what the students will be able to do upon the graduation
from the Petroleum Institute.
• Mastery of the knowledge, techniques, skills, and modern tools of their discipline [ABET Criterion 3a];
• Ability to apply current knowledge, and adapt to emerging applications of mathematics, science,
engineering, and technology [ABET Criterion 3b];
• Ability to conduct, analyze, and interpret experiments, and apply results to improve processes [ABET
Criterion 3c];
• Ability to apply creativity in the design of systems, components, or processes appropriate to program
objectives [ABET Criterion 3d];
• Ability to function effectively on teams [ABET Criterion 3e];
• Ability to identify, analyze, and solve technical problems [ABET Criterion 3f];
• Ability to communicate effectively [ABET Criterion 3g];
• Recognize the need for, and an ability to engage in lifelong learning [ABET Criterion 3h];
• Ability to understand professional, ethical, and social responsibilities [ABET Criterion 3i];
• Respect for diversity, and a knowledge of contemporary professional, societal, and global issues
related to the discipline [ABET Criterion 3j]; and
• Commitment to quality, timeliness, and continuous improvement [ABET Criterion 3k].
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Degree Requirements
The Materials Science and Engineering Program contains two separate degrees, one in Metallurgical
Science and Engineering and the other in Polymer Science and Engineering.
Materials Science and Engineering Curriculum
The Materials Science and Engineering undergraduate program is designed to give the students
a rigorous education in the fundamentals of materials and their applications and focus on the
structure/properties/processing relationship, the principles and applications of materials’
processing, and the concepts of materials design and selection to address industrial challenges.
The curriculum covers various types of materials with particular attention to metallic and polymeric
materials. Both theory and practice are emphasized with a significant number of integrated
laboratory courses, representing about 20% of the overall course time.
Students graduating from this program will be ready to accept various industrial positions
including in production, manufacturing, research & development and management, in both the
basic and advanced materials industries. Such a curriculum will also prepare students for graduate
education and other more advanced and specialized academic assignment in material-related
disciplines.
Curriculum Plan
The Materials Science and Engineering program will follow a four-year cycle. During the first
two years the freshman and sophomore students will follow the Arts & Sciences program, where
fundamental sciences will be covered including math, physics and chemistry (details below). The
students can choose between the two degrees offered in the Materials Science and Engineering
program:
• Metallurgical Science and Engineering
• Polymer Science and Engineering
This 4-year cycle can be preceded by two or three semesters of the ABP, which provides
students with instruction in pre-calculus mathematics, physical sciences (chemistry, physics and
geosciences), computing skills, and English.
Program of Study for Metallurgical Science and Engineering Degree
Term Course Code Course Title Credit
Freshman Year
Fall
CHEM101 General Chemistry I 4
COMM101 Communication I 4
MATH111 Calculus I 4
ENGR101 Introduction to Engineering in the Petroleum Industry 3
HFIT 111 Personal Health & Fitness 1
PEEG201 Intro to Petroleum Industry 3
TOTAL 19
Spring
CHEM102 General Chemistry II 4
COMM151 Communication II 4
MATH161 Calculus II 4
TOTAL 16
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Sophomore Year
Fall
CHEM211* Organic Chemistry I 4
MATH212 Calculus III 3
PHYS241 Physics II – Electromagnetism and Optics 4
STPS201 Strategies for Team-Based Engineering Problem Solving I 3
H&SS251 Principles of Economics 3
TOTAL 17
Spring
MSEG334 Materials Science 3
MSEG380 Introduction to Polymer Science and Engineering 3
MATH Metallurgical Process Calculations 3
MATH261 Differential Equations 3
STPS 251 Strategies for Team-Based Engineering Problem Solving II 3
H&SS111 Islamic Studies 3
TOTAL 18
Junior Year
Fall
MSEG3XX Transport Phenomena 3
MSEG3XX Physical Metallurgy 3
MSEG3XX Thermodynamics of Materials 3
MSEG3XX Microstructure of Materials 3
MSEG3XX Basic Mechanics 3
HSS3XX HSS Elective 3
TOTAL 18
Spring
MSEG3XX Phase Equilibrium & Transformation 3
MSEG3XX Corrosion & Oxidation of Metals 3
MSEG3XX Materials Characterization 2
MSEG3XX Extractive Metallurgy 3
MSEG3XX Metal Forming & Processes 3
MSEG3XX Material Kinetics 3
TOTAL 17
Summer MSEG399 Internship 3
Senior Year
Fall
MSEG4XX Introduction to Surface Eng. 3
MSEG4XX Non-Ferrous Metallurgy 3
MSEG4XX Senior Design I 3
MSEG4XX Steel Making Technologies 3
MSEG4XX Technical Elective 3
TOTAL 17
Spring
MSEG4XX Materials Selection in Mechanical Design 3
MSEG4XX Metallurgical Application 3
MSEG4XX Senior Design II 3
TBA Technical Elective 3
TOTAL 15
Total Credit Hours 136
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Program of Study for Polymer Science Engineering Degree
Term Course Code Course Title Credit
Freshman Year
Fall
CHEM101 General Chemistry I 4
COMM101 Communication I 4
MATH111 Calculus I 4
ENGR101 Introduction to Engineering in the Petroleum Industry 3
HFIT111 Personal Health & Fitness I 1
PEEG201 Intro to Petroleum Industry 3
TOTAL 19
Spring
CHEM102 General Chemistry II 4
COMM151 Communication II 4
PHYS191 Physics I - Mechanics 4
TOTAL 16
Sophomore Year
Fall
CHEM201 Organic Chemistry I 4
MATH212 Calculus III 3
PHYS241 Physics II – Electromagnetism and Optics 4
STPS201 Strategies for Team-Based Engineering Problem Solving I 3
H&SS251 Principles of Economics 3
TOTAL 17
Spring
MSEG334 Materials Science 3
MSEG380 Introduction to Polymer Science and Engineering 3
MATH Probability and Statistics 3
MATH261 Differential Equations 3
STPS 251 Strategies for Team-Based Engineering Problem Solving II 3
H&SS111 Islamic Studies 3
TOTAL 18
Junior Year
Fall
MSEG3XX Transport Phenomena 3
MSEG3XX Polymer Physics 3
MSEG3XX Thermodynamics of Polymers 3
MSEG3XX Rheology 3
MSEG3XX Polymer Chemistry and Reaction Engineering 3
MSEG3XX Polymer Chemistry and Reaction Engineering Lab 2
TOTAL 17
Spring
MSEG3XX Basic Mechanics 3
MSEG3XX Polymer Properties 3
MSEG3XX Polymer Properties Lab 2
MSEG3XX Polymer Processing I 3
MSEG3XX Polymer Processing Lab I 2
HSSXXX HSS Elective 3
TOTAL 16
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Summer MSEG399 Internship 3
Senior Year
Fall
MSEG4XX Senior Design I 3
MSEG4XX Composite Materials 3
MSEG4XX Polymer Processing II 3
MSEG4XX Polymer Processing Lab II 3
MSEG4XX Polyolefin Technology 2
TOTAL 17
Spring
MSEG4XX Senior Design II 3
MSEG4XX Polymer Material Design 3
MSEG4XX Polymer Product Design 3
TOTAL 15
Total Credit Hours 136
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Mechanical Engineering Program
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
The mission of the Mechanical Engineering Department at the Petroleum Institute is:
“To support the advancement of the petroleum and energy industries in the United Arab Emirates
through
excellence in education and research in the field of mechanical engineering.”
Mechanical engineering is an essential discipline in the production and processing of petroleum
and natural gas, and the broader energy sector at large. We are dedicated to invest time and
resources in educating students with the expectation that they will develop as leading experts
in their respective fields of expertise and long-term contributors to the industrial sponsors, the
UAE, and beyond.
The Mechanical Engineering undergraduate Program at the Petroleum Institute is designed to
give students a rigorous education in the fundamentals of the science of engineering mechanics,
and specific training in applications of mechanical engineering in the oil and gas industries. The
program incorporates extensive laboratory work which is used to reinforce the principles and
concepts explored in the classroom.
The ME program strives to prepare graduates who after the first few years of graduation:
• Will have successful careers in mechanical engineering with a particular focus on applications
in the petroleum and energy industries.
• Will progress rapidly towards the satisfactory attainment of ADNOC’s competency targets
in mechanical engineering.
• Will continue professional and personal growth through research and educational activities.
Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs)
The Mechanical Engineering undergraduate program uses the Qualification Framework (QF)
Emirates level 7 Student Learning Outcomes (SLOs) to demonstrate achievement of the program
educational objectives. These outcomes express what the ME students will be able to do upon
graduation from The Petroleum Institute. The Student Learning Outcomes are given below with
the corresponding ABET outcome.
On successful completion of the undergraduate program, the graduate will be able to:
Knowledge
• K1: Apply knowledge of mathematics, science and engineering (ABET SLO (a))
• K2: Demonstrate a knowledge of the impact of engineering solutions in a global, economic,
environmental, and societal context (ABET SLO (h))
• K3: Demonstrate an awareness of contemporary issues (ABET SLO (j))
Skill
• S1: Design and conduct experiments, as well as analyze and interpret data (ABET SLO (b))
• S2: Design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic constraints,
such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety, manufacturability,
and sustainability (ABET SLO (c))
• S3: Identify, formulate, and solve engineering problems (ABET SLO (e))
• S4: Communicate effectively orally and in writing and deploy a range of presentation
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techniques within workplace settings (ABET SLO (g))
• S5: Use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for engineering
practice (ABET SLO (k))
• S6: Select and deploy a range of information retrieval techniques (ABET SLOs (i,g))
• S7: Demonstrate successful project management skills (ABET SLO (f))
Competence
Autonomy and responsibility
• C1: Work independently as well as part of a team in a range of contexts (ABET SLO (d))
• C2: Take and defend positions to formulate creative solutions to problems (ABET SLOs (c,g))
Role in context
• C3: Demonstrate professional and ethical attributes relevant to their role (ABET SLO (f))
Self-development
• C4: Take responsibility for his/her own future learning needs in new situations (ABET SLO (i))
• C5: Learn from experiences gained in different contexts and assimilate new knowledge and
skills into their practice (ABET SLO (i, f))
Program Facilities
The Mechanical Engineering Program laboratories are located in the Arzanah and Ruwais
Buildings. They include the following:
• Machine Shop and Manufacturing Laboratory
• Measurement and Instrumentation Laboratory
• Computer Simulation Laboratory
• Materials Science Laboratory
• Mechatronics Laboratory
In addition to the teaching laboratories listed above, following research laboratories are available
on campus:
• Robotics, Automation & Mechatronics (RAM) Lab
• Energy and Multiphase Transport (EMT) Lab
• Mechanics, Materials, and Manufacturing (3M) Lab
• Solar and Weather Observation (SWO) Lab
• Mechatronics and Integrated Sensors (MIS) Lab
Three student societies currently exist within the ME department. They are:
• American Society of Mechanical Engineers (ASME) Student Section
• American Society of Heating, Refrigerating, and A/C Engineers (ASHRAE) Student Section
• Emirates Society of Energy (ESE) Student Section
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Student societies have been involved in numerous ME activities including organizing social events,
exhibitions, promotional displays, and student study sessions. Activities planned each academic
year for student societies, include:
• Promoting student sections and increasing membership.
• Organizing professional development seminars and presentations.
• Planning educational field trips and recreational outings.
In addition to the above student activities, the ME department has created three technical extracurricular activities for its male and female students to further promote science, engineering
design, and life-long learning. These activities allow ME students to compete in the following
international events:
• Baja SAE
• World Solar Car Challenge
• Hybrid-Electric Grand Prix
Degree Requirements
The field of Mechanical Engineering deals with the science and engineering of mechanical devices
and processes. Accordingly, the degree program begins with basic studies in engineering science
including statics, dynamics, fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, and mechanics of materials. The
program continues with advanced courses in machine design, computer-aided engineering, heat
transfer, systems dynamics & control, engineering vibration and turbomachinery. The design
experience in the ME program is introduced progressively at several stages in the curriculum from
two introductory design courses (STPS 201 and STPS 251) in Sophomore year to two-semester
capstone mechanical design sequence courses (MEEG 490 and MEEG 491) in the senior year.
The design curriculum emphasizes design, communication and computer-aided system, and
component design strategies.
The program features an industrial summer internship where students gain exposure to the
petroleum and natural gas processing industries in the Middle East or elsewhere in the world.
The Mechanical Engineering Program requires 134 credits to graduate distributed as follows:
45 credits in General Education Requirements, 65 credits in Major Requirements, 12 credits in
humanities and social sciences, at least 6 credits in Major Electives and maximum of 6 credits in
Technical Electives.
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Program of Study for Mechanical Engineering
Term
Fall
Spring
Course Code
CHEM 101
COMM 101
ENGR 101
MATH 111
TOTAL
PHYS 191
COMM 151
MATH 161
HFIT 111
H&SS 111
TOTAL
Course Title
Freshman Year
General Chemistry I
Communication I
Introduction to Engineering in the Petroleum Industry
Calculus I
Physics I - Mechanics
Communication II
Calculus II
Islamic Studies
Credit
4
4
3
4
15
4
4
4
1
3
16
Sophomore Year
Fall
Spring
MEEG 201
H&SS 251
MEEG 275
MATH 212
PHYS 241
STPS 201
TOTAL
MATH 261
MEEG 205
MEEG 324
MEEG 344
MEEG 365
STPS 251
TOTAL
Engineering Statics
Basic Measurement Laboratory
Calculus III
Introduction to Modern Mechanical Engineering
Engineering Dynamics
Mechanics of Materials
Thermodynamics
3
3
2
3
4
3
18
3
2
3
3
4
3
18
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Junior Year
Fall
Spring
Summer
ELEG 205
Electric Circuits I
4
MEEG 221
Engineering MATLAB
3
MEEG 334
Materials Science
4
MEEG 345
MEEG 354
TOTAL
MATH 241
MEEG 374
MEEG 376
MEEG 384
MEEG 385
TECH XXX
TOTAL
MEEG 397
Introduction To Manufacturing Processes
Fluid Mechanics
3
3
17
3
3
2
3
3
3
17
3
Probability and Statistics
Machine Design
Core Measurements Laboratory
System Dynamics and Control
Heat Transfer
Technical Elective I
Mechanical Engineering Internship
Senior Year
Fall
Spring
MEEG 404
Introduction to Finite Element Analysis
3
MEEG 444
MEEG 490
MEEG XXX
H&SS XXX
TOTAL
MEEG 459
MEEG 491
TECH XXX
MEEG XXX
H&SS XXX
TOTAL
Engineering Vibration
Mechanical Engineering Design Project I
Major Elective I
3
3
3
3
15
3
3
3
3
3
15
134
Turbomachinery
Mechanical Engineering Design Project II
Technical Elective II
Major Elective II
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS
Mechanical Engineering Major Electives (at least 6 credits)
Taken
during
Junior
and
senior
years
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MEEG 380
Introduction to Polymer Science
3
MEEG 410
Viscous and Boundary Layer Flows
3
MEEG 439
Machine Dynamics
3
MEEG 454
Refrigeration, Air Conditioning and Cryogenics
3
MEEG 480
Renewable Energy Technologies
3
MEEG 485
Introduction to Robotics
3
Mechanical Engineering Technical Electives (maximum 6 credits)
CHEM 102
Chemistry II
4
CHEG 313
Experimental Design and Analysis
3
ELEG 305
Electric Circuits II
4
ELEG 315
Signals and Systems
3
ELEG 325
Electronic Devices and Circuits
4
ELEG 330
Electric Machines
3
HSEG 401
Introduction to HSE Engineering
3
HSEG 405
System Safety Engineering and Risk Management
3
MATH 361
3
MATH 461
Linear Algebra
3
PEEG 321
Drilling Engineering
3
PEEG 342
3
PEEG 460
Petroleum and Risk Economics Analysis
3
PHYS 393
Special Topics in Physics
3
• Courses not on the list require approval from the Mechanical Engineering Department Chair.
• For a list of H&SS Elective courses, refer to the Arts and Sciences Department section of this document.
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Petroleum Engineering Program
Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Engineering
The mission of the Petroleum Engineering Program at the Petroleum Institute is to become a
leading international center of excellence in education, training, research and professional
service dedicated to serving the competence, training and technology development needs
of the petroleum industry in general, and ADNOC and other allied sponsors in particular. Our
mission is to provide a platform for life-long learning while also emphasizing the importance of
interdisciplinary approach, ethical conduct, and health, safety and environmental issues.
The Petroleum Engineering Program at the PI has a modern curriculum that emphasizes not only
petroleum engineering fundamentals but also the business processes applied to reach optimal
engineering solutions for field development and operations. With access to the local operating
company facilities, our well-equipped state-of-the-art modern laboratory and computer facilities,
we are uniquely positioned to offer a curriculum that is well balanced and hands on. We are also
accredited to offer IWCF certification and training for drilling engineers. Course content, projects
and other assignments are selected to help prepare graduates to launch careers within ADNOC
and other allied sponsors as willing and eager contributors, equipped with knowledge and skills
of basic engineering and science, fundamental understandings of reservoir, well, production and
surface facilities.
The educational objectives of the Petroleum Engineering Department at the PI are derived from
the institutional mission statement, the institutional goals, and the institutional profile of the PI
graduate. The Petroleum Engineering Department will produce graduates who would be able to:
• Demonstrate highest levels of technical, ethical and behavioral competencies.
• Develop and establish themselves as Engineers and Supervisors.
• Become a major source of competent Engineers to serve the country’s objectives.
• Undertake graduate studies and become involved in research and development.
Student Outcomes
The student educational outcomes correspond to the ABET outcomes a-k. Outcomes d and j
were modified to better reflect the disciplines of petroleum engineering. The student educational
outcomes require that graduates must have:
a) An ability to apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering.
b) An ability to design and conduct experiments, as well as to analyze and interpret data.
c) An ability to design a system, component, or process to meet desired needs within realistic
constraints such as economic, environmental, social, political, ethical, health and safety,
manufacturability, and sustainability.
d) An ability to function on multidisciplinary teams. The petroleum disciplines judged relevant
to petroleum engineering are:
• Petroleum sub-disciplines: drilling, production, reservoir engineering and formation evaluation
• Knowledge of project management and data integration.
• Geosciences disciplines
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e) An ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems. f) An understanding of
professional and ethical responsibility.
g) An ability to communicate effectively.
h) The broader education necessary to understand the impact of engineering solutions in a
global, economic, environmental, and social context.
i) A recognition of the need for, and an ability to engage in life-long learning. j) A knowledge
of contemporary issues pertaining to energy
k) An ability to use the techniques, skills, and modern engineering tools necessary for
engineering practice.
Program Facilities
The following Petroleum Engineering Program laboratories are currently operational for teaching
and research:
• Analytical Instrument Laboratory
• Core Preparation Laboratory
• Drilling Fluids Laboratory
• Drilling Simulation Laboratory
• Fluid Properties Laboratory
• Reservoir Simulation Laboratory
• Rock Mechanics Laboratory
• Rock Properties Laboratory
• Production and Facilities Laboratory
The Student Chapter of the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) opened in 2004 and is affiliated
with the Abu Dhabi SPE section. Activities of the PI SPE Student Chapter are broadly divided into
technical and social functions. Examples of major technical activities include sponsoring students
to conferences and Education Weeks organized annually by SPE in conjunction with major oil
and gas conferences in the region, field trips, company visits, technical presentations delivered
by industry professionals or student paper contests that offer students the chance to showcase
their research skills, competing with other students for honors both regionally and internationally.
Social activities include the annual Petroleum Engineering Sports Day, BBQ dinners, dhow cruises,
visits to other chapters, etc.
Degree Requirements
The Petroleum Engineering Program at the Petroleum Institute is designed to give students a
rigorous education in the fundamentals of petroleum engineering science and specific training
in applications of petroleum engineering to the production of hydrocarbon resources in the
oil and gas industries. The program incorporates extensive laboratory work which is used to
reinforce the principles and concepts used in the classroom. The program features a summer
internship in industry where students will gain significant exposure to the petroleum production
and processing industries in the Middle East or elsewhere in the world. The Petroleum Engineering
Program requires 133 credits to graduate distributed as follows: 53 credits in General Education
Requirements, 74 credits in Major Requirements and at least 6 credits in Major or pre- approved
Technical Electives.
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Program of Study for Petroleum Engineering
Term
Fall
Spring
Course Code
CHEM 101
COMM 101
MATH 111
ENGR 101
HFIT 111
TOTAL
CHEM 102
COMM 151
MATH 161
PHYS 191
TOTAL
Course Title
Freshman Year
General Chemistry I
Communication I
Calculus I
Intro to Engineering in the Petroleum Industry
Communication II
Calculus II
Physics I – Mechanics
Credit
4
4
4
3
1
16
4
4
4
4
16
Sophomore Year
Fall
Spring
MEEG 222
MATH 212
PGEG 221
PEEG 214
PEEG 215
PHYS 241
STPS 201
TOTAL
MEEG 302
MATH 261
PEEG 216
PEEG 217
PEEG 252
PGEG 220
STPS 251
TOTAL
Introduction to Engineering Thermodynamics
Calculus III
Introduction to Geology and Geophysics
Reservoir Rock Properties
Reservoir Rock Properties Laboratory
Physics II - Electromagnetism and Optics
Fluid Mechanics & Heat Transfer
Reservoir Fluid Properties
Reservoir Fluid Properties Laboratory
Mechanics of Materials for PE
Geology of the Middle East
3
3
3
2
1
4
3
19
3
3
2
1
3
3
3
18
Junior Year
Fall
Spring
Summer
H&SS 251
PEEG 314
PEEG 321
PEEG 331
PGEG 311
TOTAL
PEEG 324
PEEG 325
PEEG 334
PEEG 341
PEEG 460
PEEG 315
TOTAL
PEEG 397
Well logging
Drilling Engineering I
Reservoir Engineering I
Sedimentary Petrology
Drilling Engineering II
Drilling Engineering II Laboratory
Reservoir Engineering II
Completion and Workover
Petroleum Economics and risk Analysis
Reservoir Characterization
Petroleum Engineering Internship
3
3
3
3
4
16
2
1
4
3
4
3
17
3
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Senior Year
H&SS 111
Fall
Spring
Islamic Studies
PEEG 342
PEEG 443
PEEG 490
PEEG or TECH
XXX
PEEG 436
TOTAL
PEEG 491
PEEG or TECH
XXX
H&SS XXX
H&SS XXX
Production Systems Design and Analysis
Petroleum Engineering Design Project I
Major or Technical Elective I
Well Testing
3
3
3
1
3
Petroleum Engineering Design Project II
Major or Technical Elective II
3
16
3
3
3
3
TOTAL
TOTAL CREDIT HOURS
12
133
Petroleum Engineering Major Electives (up to 6 credits)
PEEG 420
PEEG423
PEEG 424
PEEG 425
PEEG437
PEEG 445
PEEG 456
PEEG
293/393/493
PEEG 394/494
PEEG 396/496
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3
Well Treatment
Horizontal and Multilateral Well Technology
Underbalanced Drilling Technology
Pressure Control
Natural Gas Engineering
Production Enhancement
Petroleum Related Rock Mechanics
Special Topics in Petroleum Engineering
3
3
3
3
3
3
1-4
Research Topics in Petroleum Engineering
Independent Study in Petroleum Engineering
1-4
1-6
Petroleum Engineering Technical Electives (up to 6 credits)
CHEG 416
Corrosion Engineering
3
CHEG/
MEEG380
CHEM 211
CHEM 212
ELEG 205
Introduction to Polymer Science and Engineering
3
Organic Chemistry I
Organic Chemistry II
Electric Circuits I
Technology Development Ventures and
Entrepreneurship
3
3
4
3
MATH 241
Probability and Statistics
3
MATH 361
MATH 365
MATH 461
MEEG 334
MEEG 374
PGEG 321
PGEG 323
PGEG 351
PGEG 361
PGEG 451
PHYS 341
Engineering Mathematics
Numerical Methods
Linear Algebra
Materials Science
Machine Design
Structural Interpretation
Remote sensing for Earth Science Applications and GIS
Petroleum Geophysics
Sedimentology and Stratigraphy
Environmental Geology
3
3
3
3
3
4
2
4
3
3
3
ENGR 496
• Courses not on the list require approval from the Petroleum Engineering Program Chair.
• For a list of H&SS Elective courses, refer to the Arts and Sciences Program section of this document.
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Petroleum Geosciences Program
Bachelor of Science in Petroleum Geosciences
Concentration in Petroleum Geophysics
The mission of the Petroleum Geosciences Program at the Petroleum Institute is to provide a highquality education in petroleum geology and geophysics and to produce graduates for successful
and socially and ethically responsible careers in the petroleum industry that meet or exceed the
needs and expectations of ADNOC and other industry sponsors.
The Petroleum Geosciences Program at The Petroleum Institute is a blend of geology and
geophysics as they relate to the discovery and exploitation of oil and gas. A concentration in
Petroleum Geophysics is offered for students who wish to focus on this specific area of the
geosciences. Strengths of the Petroleum Geosciences curricula include an emphasis on geosciences
project work and use of modern software applications. In addition, emphasis is placed on the
development of “soft skills” during coursework. Petroleum Geosciences laboratories, including a
computer laboratory, are well equipped, and up-to-date geophysical equipment is available for
field exercises. The program features a summer field geology course.
Students who successfully complete the Bachelor of Science program will be able to enter the
petroleum industry as petroleum geologists or geophysicists, and have a solid educational base
if they decide to continue to a graduate program.
The Petroleum Geosciences graduates will accomplish the following:
• Apply geological and geophysical knowledge and skills to recognize exploration, development,
and production problems and design technically, economically, and environmentally sound
solutions to find and maximize the value of petroleum resources of the UAE.
• Contribute effectively, including in leadership roles, in multi-disciplinary exploration,
development and production teams.
• Function ethically and with integrity such that society and industry benefit from their work
as petroleum geoscientists.
• Continue personal and professional growth through self-education.
• Meet or exceed expectations of the ADNOC Group and corporate sponsors in attaining
technical and personal competencies.
Student Learning Outcomes
On completion of the Petroleum Geosciences Program, graduates will be able to.
1. Apply knowledge of math, chemistry, physics, geology, and geophysics to solve petroleum
geosciences problems;
2. apply knowledge to formulate solutions to geoscience problems involving design of
geophysical surveys, acquisition and processing of geophysical data, and make geological
interpretations from results;
3. apply 3-dimensional Earth models to solve exploration and production E&P-type issues from
appropriate geological, petrophysical and geophysical data.
4. function effectively on multi-disciplinary teams;
5. demonstrate an awareness of the social, ethical, and professional responsibilities in the
exploration and exploitation of energy and natural resources and a concern for major regional
and global social and environmental issues;
6. demonstrate an ability to communicate in oral and written forms in English appropriate to the
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petroleum and broad energy industry;
7. demonstrate recognition of the need for and an ability to engage in continual lifelong
education.
Additional outcome for the Petroleum Geophysics Concentration:
8. Analyze, quantitatively, the errors, limitations, and uncertainties in data.
Program Facilities
The Petroleum Geosciences’ fourteen laboratories are located in the Arzanah, Bu Hasa, and
Ruwais Buildings. The laboratories in the Arzanah Building include geology and geophysics
teaching laboratories, dedicated core- lay-out areas, laboratories for sample and equipment
preparation, and a dedicated geosciences computer laboratory equipped with a wide range of
industry-standard geoscience software. In the Ruwais and Bu Hasa Buildings the laboratories
focus on undergraduate teaching and research support. These laboratories include a scanning
electron microscopy laboratory, a geosciences computing laboratory, petrographic microscopy
laboratory and geophysical equipment storage and testing laboratory.
American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG) Student Chapter
The American Association of Petroleum Geologists (AAPG) student chapter in the Petroleum
Geosciences Program is the first AAPG Chapter established in the UAE. The PI’s AAPG student
chapter provides a variety of programs and opportunities for students to have contact with
the professional geosciences community, tohave access to unique learning and leadership
opportunities, to receive member benefits and to be eligible for grants.
The Geosciences Student Society (G.S.S)
The Petroleum Geosciences Student Society aims to help and support students at the Petroleum
Institute as they prepare to start their career within the Petroleum Geosciences. As well as
supporting the next generation of geoscientists, the society also provides a range of social
activities for geosciences students at the Petroleum Institute. Recent activities included guest
seminars and lectures, field trips, social evenings and sporting events.
Society of Exploration Geophysicists (SEG) and European Association of Geoscientists and
Engineers (EAGE) PI Student Chapters
The student chapter’s affiliation with SEG and EAGE provides a means of contact with the
geosciences profession both inside and outside of academia. Active participation in the Student
Chapters provides students with an opportunity to develop leadership and management skills. A
sense of professionalism is developed by actively running an organization and networking with
professionals.
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Degree Requirements
The Petroleum Geosciences Program requires 133 credits to graduate distributed as follows:
33 credits in Basic Sciences, 27 credits in General Education Requirements, 73 credits in Major
Requirements, including 3 credits in Major or Technical Electives.
The Concentration in Petroleum Geophysics requires 134 credits to graduate with 74 credits in
Major Requirements.
Basic sciences
All PGS undergraduate students are required to take 3 math courses (calculus) for a total of 11
credits in math, 2 physics courses with laboratories (Physics I and II) for a total of 8 credits in
physics and 2 chemistry courses with laboratories (General Chemistry I and II) for a total of 8
credits in chemistry.
The above courses taught by the departments of mathematics, physics and chemistry total 27
credits. In addition, PGEG 221 (Introduction to Geology and Geophysics), which is a 3 credit
course offered by
Petroleum Geosciences, and MEEG 222 (Introduction to Engineering Thermodynamics), which is
offered
by the Mechanical Engineering Department within the PI, are 3 credit basic courses. This leads to
a total of
33 credits in basic sciences which are required by students graduating in PGS.
Geosciences
Students begin their major study of petroleum geosciences topics in their freshman or sophomore
year (depending on fall or spring entry) with PGEG 221 (3 credits). In addition, they take two
courses from the Petroleum Engineering program: PEEG 216 (2 credits), and PEEG 217 (1 credit).
For the junior year, at least 3 courses in geosciences are offered in each semester. Including
courses such as STPS 201 and STPS 251 that focus on team-based problem solving, this leads
to a total of 73 credits (74 for the Concentration in Petroleum Geophysics) in geosciencesspecific topics. Some courses are taken with students in the Petroleum Engineering Program. The
Program incorporates extensive laboratory, field, and project work. A highlight of the program is
a Field Petroleum Geology course (PGEG 397) to Italy and Spain. Students of the Concentration
in Geophysics will complete an Industry Internship during the summer between their junior and
senior years.
General Education program
The general education component which complements the technical content of the curriculum is
required for all PI students, including PGS students. It consists of a total of 27 credits which are
allocated among various topics that include Economics, Islamic Studies, Physical Education and
Communication.
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Program of Study for Petroleum Geosciences
First Year
Fall Semester
Code
Course Name
Spring Semester
Credit
Hours
4
Hours a week
Lecture
5
Lab
3
Code
CHEM102
Course
Credit
Hours
4
Hours a week
Lecture
5
Lab
3
CHEM101
General Chemistry I
COMM101
Communication I
4
5
0
COMM151
Communication II
4
5
0
ENGR101
3
2
3
MATH161
Calculus II
4
5
0
MATH111
Intro to Eng. in the Pet.
Ind.
Calculus I
4
5
0
PHYS191
Physics I
4
5
3
HFIT111
Pers. Health & Fitness
1
0.5
1.5
TOTAL
16
17.5
7.5
TOTAL
16
20
6
Second Year
Fall Semester
Code
Course Name
Spring Semester
Hours a week
Credit
Hours
Lecture
Lab
Code
Course
Hours a week
Credit
Hours
Lecture
Lab
MEEG222
Int. to Eng. Thermo.
3
3
0
PEEG217
Res. Fluid Properties Lab
1
0
3
MATH212
Calculus III
3
4
0
PEEG216
Reservoir Fluid Properties
2
2
0
PGEG221
Int. to Geo. & Geophysics
3
2
3
PGEG230
Geological Maps
3
3
0
PHYS241
Physics II
Strategies for Team-based
Engineering Problem
Solving 1
4
5
3
PGEG210
Earth Materials
3
2
3
3
2
3
PGEG220
Geo. of the Middle East
3
3
0
PGEG220L
Geo. of the Mid. East Lab.
1
0
3
H&SS111
Islamic Studies
3
3
0
TOTAL
16
13
9
STPS201
TOTAL
16
13
9
Third Year
Fall Semester
Code
Course Name
Spring Semester
Credit
Hours
Hours a week
Lecture
Lab
Code
H&SS251
3
3
0
STPS251
PGEG311
4
3
3
PGEG351
PGEG321
Structural Geology
4
3
3
PGEG361
PGEG331
Igneous and
Metamorphic Petrology
3
2
3
PGEG371
PGEG341
Paleontology
3
2
3
PGEG381
TOTAL
17
13
12
Summer Semester
PGEG397
Course
Hours a week
Credit
Hours
Lecture
Lab
3
2
3
4
3
3
3
2
3
4
3
3
Strategies for Team-based
Engineering Problem
Solving 2
Sedimentology &
Stratigraphy
Data Analysis &
Geostatistics
Rock Mechanics &
Reservoirs
TOTAL
3
2
3
17
12
15
Field Petrol. Geology
4
Field Work
Fourth Year
Fall Semester
Code
Course Name
Spring Semester
Hours a week
Credit
Hours
Lecture
Lab
Code
Course
Hours a week
Credit
Hours
Lecture
Lab
0
PGEG401
Petrophysics & Logging
4
3
3
PGEG451
3
3
PGEG411
Reflection Seismology
4
3
3
PGEG461
Reservoir Charact. Project
4
2
6
H&SS
H&SS Elective
3
3
0
PGEG471
Petrol. Systems Project
3
1
6
TBA
Technical Elective
3
2
3
PGEG412
Seismic Reflection Interp.
4
3
3
H&SS
H&SS Elective
3
3
0
TOTAL
14
11
9
TOTAL
17
12
15
Total Credit Hours:
133
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Petroleum Geosciences Ma jor Electives (up to 3 credits)
PGEG 323
Remote Sensing for Earth Science Applications and GIS
2
PGEG 413
Micropaleontology
3
Special Topics in Petroleum Geosciences
1-4
Research Topics in Petroleum Geosciences
Independent Study in Petroleum Geosciences
1-4
1-6
PGEG
293/393/493
PGEG 394/494
PGEG 396/496
Petroleum Geosciences Technical Electives (up to 3 credits)
CHEM 393
Microbiology and Environmental Chemistry for Engineers
3
MATH 261
3
MATH 361
3
MATH 461
Linear Algebra
3
PEEG 331
3
PHYS 341
3
• Courses not on the list require approval from the Petroleum Geosciences Program Chair.
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Program of Study for the Concentration in Petroleum Geophysics
First Year
Fall Semester
Code
Course Name
Spring Semester
Credit
Hours
Hours a week
Code
Course
Lab
3
CHEM102
Credit
Hours
Hours a week
CHEM101
General Chemistry I
4
Lecture
5
4
Lecture
5
Lab
3
COMM101
Communication I
4
5
0
COMM151
Communication II
4
5
0
ENGR101
3
2
3
MATH161
Calculus II
4
5
0
MATH111
Intro to Eng. in the Pet.
Ind.
Calculus I
4
5
0
PHYS191
Physics I
4
5
3
HFIT111
Pers. Health & Fitness
1
0.5
1.5
TOTAL
16
17.5
7.5
TOTAL
16
20
6
Credit
Hours
Lecture
Lab
Second Year
Fall Semester
Code
Course Name
Spring Semester
Hours a week
Credit
Hours
Lecture
Lab
Code
Course
Hours a week
MATH212
Calculus III
3
4
0
MATH261
3
3
0
PGEG221
Introduction to Geology &
Geophysics
3
2
3
PGEG230
Geological Maps
3
3
0
PHYS241
Physics II
4
5
3
PGEG210
Earth Materials
3
2
3
STPS201
Strategies forTeam-Based
Engineering Problem
Solving 1
3
2
3
PGEG220
Geology of the Middle
East
3
3
0
H&SS111
Islamic Studies
3
3
0
PGEG220L
Geology of the Middle
East Lab
1
0
3
H&SS
H&SS Elective
3
3
0
TOTAL
16
14
6
Course
Credit
Hours
Lecture
Lab
3
2
3
4
3
3
3
2
3
4
3
3
TOTAL
16
16
9
Third Year
Fall Semester
Code
Course Name
Spring Semester
Credit
Hours
Hours a week
Lecture
Lab
Code
H&SS251
3
3
0
STPS251
PGEG300
Matlab for Earth
Scientists
Strategies forTeam-Based
Engineering Problem
Solving 2
3
2
3
PGEG351
PGEG311
4
3
3
PGEG361
PGEG321
Structural Geology
4
3
3
PGEG371
PGEG411
Reflection Seismology
4
3
3
PGEG381
TOTAL
18
14
12
Summer Semester
PGEG398
Hours a week
Sedimentology &
Stratigraphy
Data Analysis &
Geostatistics
Rock Mechanics &
Reservoirs
TOTAL
3
2
3
17
12
15
Geophysics Internship
3
Internship
Credit
Hours
Hours a week
Lecture
Lab
3
3
0
4
2
6
3
1
6
4
3
3
Reservoir Geophysics
4
3
3
TOTAL
18
12
18
Fourth Year
Fall Semester
Spring Semester
Hours a week
Credit
Hours
Lecture
Lab
PGEG400
Seismic Data Acquisition
and Processing
4
3
3
PGEG451
PGEG402
Petrophysics & Logging
4
3
3
PGEG461
H&SS
H&SS Elective
3
3
0
PGEG471
TBA
Technical Elective
3
2
3
PGEG412
Code
Course Name
Code
PGEG410
TOTAL
Total Credit Hours:
14
11
9
Course
Reservoir
Characterization Project
Petroleum Systems
Project
Seismic Reflection
Interpretation
134
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Petroleum Geosciences Major Electives (up to 3 credits)
PGEG 323
Remote Sensing for Earth Science Applications and GIS
2
PGEG 413
Micropaleontology
3
PGEG
293/393/493
PGEG 394/494
PGEG 396/496
Special Topics in Petroleum Geosciences
Research Topics in Petroleum Geosciences
Independent Study in Petroleum Geosciences
1-4
1-4
1-6
Petroleum Geosciences Technical Electives (up to 3 credits)
CHEM 393
Microbiology and Environmental Chemistry for Engineers
3
MATH 361
MATH 461
PEEG 331
PHYS 341
Linear Algebra
3
3
3
3
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Course Descriptions
This section includes course descriptions listed alphabetically by subject area. The descriptions
provide information on subject, course codes, titles and level in the first line. This is followed by
content, prerequisites, co-requisites and restrictions, and finally lecture and lab hours and
weight or credit hours as shown in the following example:
CHEM 102 GENERAL CHEMISTRY II This course is a continuation of CHEM 101 and is designed
to meet the requirements of students majoring in an engineering or science program that
requires a strong background in chemistry. Topics include intermolecular forces, pure solids and
liquids, properties of solutions, kinetics, equilibrium processes, chemical thermodynamics, and
electrochemistry. This course is accompanied by a laboratory component that includes both
quantitative and qualitative procedures.
Prerequisite
Co-requisite
Restrictions
Lecture/Lab/Credit:
Key
Subject code
Course code
001 - 099
100 - 199
200 - 299
300 - 399
400 - 499
Title / Level
Prerequisite
Co-requisite
Restrictions
Hours
CHEM 101, MATH 111
None
None
3:3:4
The area of study or discipline e.g. CHEM = Chemistry
Academic Bridge Program
Freshman year e.g. 102 is a Freshman course
Sophomore year
Junior year
Senior year
Name of the Course e.g. General Chemistry II Description Course Content
Course(s) students must have passed before enrollment e.g. CHEM 101
Courses students must have passed or be currently enrolled in along with
this course
Limitations on who may and may not take the course
e.g. 3:3:4 = 3 class hours per week: 3 lab hours per week: 4 credit hours
Academic Bridge Program Skills Courses
English (ABPS)
ABPS 010 ABP ENGLISH 1
In this course, students will develop the English language skills needed to meet the requirements
of ABPS020. During the course, students will read general and academic texts and will listen to
a variety of short conversations and lectures to help improve comprehension skills. Students will
be taught to take notes, use critical thinking skills to write short texts based on course readings
and lectures, present information orally, and develop study skills needed for university courses.
Prerequisites: None
Corequisites: None
Restrictions: None
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In this course, students will develop the English language skills needed to meet the
requirements of ABPS030. During the course, students will read general and academic texts and
will listen to a variety of short conversations and lectures to help improve comprehension skills.
Students will be expected to take notes and annotate academic texts, write short texts which
require critical thinking based on course readings and lectures, present information orally, and
develop test taking skills.
Prerequisite: ABPS010 - ABP English 1 or IELTS 5/TOEFL IBT 36
Corequisites: None
Restrictions: None
In this course, students will acquire the English language and academic skills needed to meet
the requirements of the Petroleum Institute’s Freshman classes. During this course, students read
a variety of texts, listen to a variety of short conversations and lectures, take notes and annotate
academic texts, write short texts which require critical thinking based on course Readings and
lectures, present Information orally and develop all-round test taking skills
Prerequisite: ABPS020 ABP English 2 or IELTS 5.5/ TOEFL IBT 48
Corequisites: None
Restrictions: None
Degree Courses
Chemical Engineering (CHEG)
CHEG205 PRINCIPLES OF CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
Introduction to the principles of conservation of mass and energy. Applications to chemical
processing systems. Relevant aspects of computer-aided process simulation.
Pre-requisites: CHEM102
Co-requisites: PHYS191
Restrictions: None
Lecture/Lab/Credit: 4:0:4
CHEG212 COMPUTATIONAL METHODS IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
Introduction to MATLAB and solution of engineering problems with applications in chemical
engineering. Data representation, functions, plotting, matrix manipulations, structured
programming (if statements, loops, functions), numerical integration and differentiation, curve
fitting, differential equations, and symbolic mathematics.
Pre-requisites: CHEG205
Co-requisites: MATH261
Restrictions: None
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CHEG232 FLUID MECHANICS
Theory and application of momentum transport and fluid flow in chemical engineering.
Fundamentals of microscopic phenomena and application to macroscopic systems. Relevant
aspects of computer-aided process simulation.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
CHEG313 EXPERIMENTAL DESIGN AND ANALYSIS
This course gives students the ability to solve important engineering problems by applying
statistical tools. The course starts with description of random variables and probability
distributions. The use of statistical decision-making tools is then discussed. The next section
of the course covers application of empirical models to optimize engineering systems which
is followed by application of designed experimentation. The last section coves application of
statistical process control in process control, management of operating costs, and optimization
in the transactional environment.
Pre-requisites: MATH212
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
CHEG314 ENGINEERING ECONOMICS
Analysis, costing, and economic evaluation of processes and projects applied to the chemical
process industries. Investment analysis, rate of return, time value of money, discounted cash
flow. Applications of the principles of depreciation, depletion, and amortization to analysis of the
economic viability of projects.
Pre-requisites: H&SS101
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
CHEG324 MASS TRANSFER
Fundamentals of stage-wise and diffusional mass transport with applications to chemical
engineering systems and processes. Relevant aspects of computer-aided process simulation.
Pre-requisites: None
Co-requisites: CHEG335
None Restrictions: None
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CHEG325 FUNDAMENTALS OF NANOTECHNOLOGY
This course introduces students to the fundamental principles which govern product and
process design in nano-engineering. In particular, the course will discuss such topics as building
a nanoparticle by self-assembly, methods for nanoparticle characterization and stability,
thermodynamics at nano scale, Brownian motion and diffusion of nanoparticles. Laboratory
techniques to study nanoparticles and nanostructures will also be discussed. The course may
contain a short laboratory project in the new light- scattering lab to measure nanoparticle average
size and size distribution.
Pre-requisites: CHEM331
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
CHEG332 CHEMICAL ENGINEERING THERMODYNAMICS
Fundamentals of thermodynamics for application to chemical engineering processes and systems.
Application of first and second laws to the analysis of thermodynamic cycles; multiphase
equilibria of ideal and non-ideal systems, chemical reaction equilibrium and introduction to
molecular thermodynamics.
Pre-requisites: CHEG205 and CHEM 331
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
CHEG335 HEAT TRANSFER
Theory and applications of energy transport: conduction, convection and radiation. Fundamentals
of microscopic phenomena and application to macroscopic systems. Relevant aspects of
computer-aided process simulation
Co-requisites: CHEM331
Restrictions: None
CHEG354 CHEMICAL ENGINEERING LABORATORY I
This is the first in a sequence of two lab courses that covers laboratory work pertinent to
thermodynamics, fluid mechanics, heat, and mass transfer. In this laboratory course, experiments
relevant to fluid mechanics and thermodynamics are covered. Students run experiments and
analyze laboratory data using appropriate statistical methods, and produce oral and written
technical reports.
Co-requisites: CHEG332
Restrictions: None
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CHEG380 INTRODUCTION TO POLYMER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
Definitions, industry overview, nomenclature, basic organic chemistry of polymers, polymerization,
molecular weight and molecular weight distribution. Basic polymer structure and thermo
mechanical behaviour and structure property relationship. Mechanical properties, definitions,
viscoelasticity, other mechanical properties. Basic rheology and introduction to polymer
processing techniques, recycling. Concepts will be reinforced by the laboratory component of
the course
Pre-requisites: CHEM101, PHYS 191
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
CHEG381 POLYMER CHEMISTRY AND REACTION ENGINEERING
This course introduces the chemistry of polymerization and the polymer manufacturing process.
It begins with basic concepts about polymers and polymerization and covers each major type
of polymerization with relevant kinetics. The qualitative effect of reactor design on polymer
manufacture is discussed as well as actual polymer manufacturing processes including those
taking place in the UAE.
Pre-requisites: CHEG / MEEG 380
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
CHEG397 CHEMICAL ENGINEERING INTERNSHIP
The course requires students to complete a program of full time training to gain practical
experience and apply their academic learning in an off-campus work or research environment.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: Students enrolled in CHEG397 cannot register for additional courses
CHEG412 PROCESS DYNAMICS AND CONTROL
Mathematical modeling and analysis of transient systems. Applications of control theory to
response of dynamic chemical engineering systems and processes.
Pre-requisites: CHEG212, CHEG324
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
CHEG415 COMBUSTION AND AIR POLLUTION CONTROL
This course presents the fundamentals of air pollution impact on the environment. Topics covered
include hydrocarbon fuel energy, the different combustion devices and systems, pollutant emission
predictions from chemical equilibrium and ideal flow reactors, design of flues and chimneys,
atmospheric dispersion models, air pollution sampling and measurement, and air pollution control
methods and equipment. Applications in the petroleum industry are stressed.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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CHEG416 CORROSION ENGINEERING
This course presents fundamental material on corrosion and oxidation thermodynamics and
electrochemical thermodynamics. The course then describes commonly encountered corrosion
environments and discusses typical forms of corrosion encountered in each environment typical
to the petroleum industry. Methods of corrosion control are then described, and the course
concludes with a description of important corrosion and oxidation monitoring techniques.
Pre-requisites: CHEM 331
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
CHEG423 GAS PROCESSING ENGINEERING
An overview of natural gas industry, from wellhead to market place. Process flow diagram of gas
plant. Description and design of the major processes for gas compression, dehydration, acid gas
removal and tail gas cleanup, sulfur recovery, cryogenic extraction of natural gas liquids (NGL).
Process simulation of natural gas processes.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
CHEG424 PETROLEUM REFINING AND PROCESSING
Characterization of crude oil. Petroleum products and refinery configuration. Basics on
heterogeneous catalysis. Unit operations of petroleum refining including distillation, catalytic
cracking, reforming, hydrotreating and hydrocracking, coking and gas treatment. Gasoline
components. Refinery products and economics. Manufacture of petrochemical feedstocks from
petroleum and petroleum products. Environmental control. Refinery safety measures and
handling of hazardous materials. Quality control of products.
Pre-requisites: CHEM212, CHEG324
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
CHEG440 SEPARATION PROCESSES
This course addresses the basic principles of mass transfer to equilibrium and rate- controlled
separation processes, in addition to modern separation techniques such as adsorption and
membrane separation.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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CHEG443 REACTION ENGINEERING
Applications of the fundamentals of thermodynamics, physical chemistry, and organic chemistry
to the engineering of reactive processes. Reactor design; acquisition and analysis of rate data;
heterogeneous catalysis. Relevant aspects of computer-aided process simulation.
Pre-requisites: CHEM211, CHEG324
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
CHEG455 CHEMICAL ENGINEERING LABORATORY II
This course is the second in a sequence of two courses that covers the laboratory work for the
thermodynamics and the transport (fluid, heat, and mass) courses. The present course consists
of laboratory experiments in heat and mass transfer. Students run experiments and analyze
laboratory data using appropriate statistical methods, and produce oral and written technical
reports.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
CHEG470 INDUSTRIAL CATALYSIS
The course presents basic concepts of catalysis and briefly reviews different categories of
catalysts with commercial importance for oil and gas processing as well as for petrochemical and
other chemical commodities manufacturing. The core of the course is focused on heterogeneous
catalysis and to a smaller extent to homogeneous catalysis. Catalytic materials, their properties
and preparation, catalyst characterization and selection are presented with an emphasis on new
synthesis and characterization methods. Several case studies of industrial processes are selected
to offer an insight into the strong interaction among catalyst type, catalytic reactor design and
process operating variables. The selected processes are analyzed in their evolution, limits and
challenges and new technological solutions are suggested.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
CHEG472 WATER TREATMENT AND MEMBRANE PROCESSES
This course deals with the fundamental principles and practical applications of membrane
processes in water and wastewater treatment facilities. The topics covered in this course are
water chemistry, membrane structure and performance, membrane transport, concentration
polarization, membrane fouling and fouling characterization in relation to water and wastewater
engineering. Applications of nano-filtration (NF), ultra-filtration (UF), micro- filtration (MF),
reverse osmosis (RO) electro- dialysis, and pervaporation membranes in various water and
wastewater treatment facilities will be discussed.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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CHEG488 POLYMER PROPERTIES
Review and discussion of the properties of polymers with emphasis on structure-propertycorrelations. The principles and practical applications of the main techniques used for
polymer characterization will be discussed. Some applications of polymers in relationship to their
properties are illustrated.
Pre-requisites: CHEG / MEEG 380
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions:None
CHEG490 CHEMICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN PROJECT I
In this course, students study the design process including: problem definition and needs analysis;
process synthesis, process debottlenecking and troubleshooting; safety and environmental
protection in design; written and oral communication for design reports. A significant portion
of the term work will be devoted to a group design project, culminating in a preliminary design
proposal that will be presented to the department.
Pre-requisites: CHEG313, CHEG314, CHEG324, STPS 251
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: Open to Chemical Engineering students only
CHEG491 CHEMICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN PROJECT II
A continuation of group design projects. Students continue studying the design process including
equipment cost estimation, manufacturing cost, and profitability analysis, process optimization,
material selection, energy, safety, and environmental considerations. A significant portion of the
term work will be devoted to the group design project started in Design Project I, culminating
in a final design report that will be
Pre-requisitesCHEG490
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
CHEG293/393/493 SPECIAL TOPICS IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
The course offers content not included in existing courses. A student can take multiple Special
Topics courses with different content for credit subject to program approval.
Pre-requisites: To be determined by the Program
Co-requisites: To be determined by the Program
Restrictions: CHEG293 is open to Sophomore students and above, CHEG393 is open to Junior
students and above, CHEG493 is open to Senior students only
Lecture/Lab/Credit: 1-4 credits
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CHEG394/494 RESEARCH TOPICS IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
The course focuses on research-driven topics. A student can take multiple Research Topics
courses with different content for credit subject to program approval.
Restrictions: CHEG394 is open to Junior students and above, CHEG494 is open to Senior students
only
CHEG396/496 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN CHEMICAL ENGINEERING
The course may offer content not included in existing courses in an independent study format
based on a formal arrangement between the student and instructor. A student can take one
or more Independent Study course (up to 6 credits). Independent Study courses require prior
approval of the Department Chair and Provost (or designee).
Restrictions: CGPA 3.0, CHEG396 is open to Junior students and above, CHEG496 is open to
Senior students only
Chemistry (CHEM)
CHEM 060 Introduction to Chemical Principles
CHEM 060 is a developmental course that addresses essential skills needed for success in CHEM
101. CHEM 060 is an integrated chemistry course, comprised of three focus areas: chemical
concepts, laboratory program, and study skills. The course provides an active learning experience
designed to impart the fundamental concepts and principles of chemistry, with an emphasis on
mathematics skills, logical thinking, and how to study/learn chemistry, both in and out of the
classroom, and in the laboratory. Students required to enroll in this course are identified through
their performance on the PI Chemistry placement test.
Prerequisites: Entry into A&S program (TOEFL > 500)
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
Lecture/Lab/Credit: 3:3:4 (non-degree)
CHEM 101 GENERAL CHEMISTRY I
A study of the fundamental principles and laws of chemistry including stoichiometric relationships,
aqueous chemistry, the ideal gas laws and kinetic molecular theory, thermochemistry, quantum
theory and electronic structure, periodic properties, and chemical bonding and molecular
structure. This course is accompanied by a laboratory component that emphasizes quantitative
procedures. The combination of lecture and lab course is designed to meet the requirements of
students majoring in any engineering program requiring a background in chemistry.
Pre-requisites: TOEFL score of 500 or higher and either placement via Chemistry Placement
Exam or credit for CHEM 060
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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CHEM 102 GENERAL CHEMISTRY II
This course is a continuation of CHEM 101 and is designed to meet the requirements of
students majoring in an engineering or science program that requires a strong background in
chemistry. Topics include intermolecular forces, pure solids and liquids, properties of solutions,
kinetics, equilibrium processes, chemical thermodynamics, and electrochemistry. This course
is accompanied by a laboratory component that includes both quantitative and qualitative
procedures.
Pre-requisites: CHEM 101, MATH 111
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
CHEM 211 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY I
This is the first course of a two-semester sequence introducing the fundamental principles
of organic chemistry. Topics include structure, physical and chemical properties, reactions of
several important functional classes, reaction mechanisms, and stereochemical considerations.
Computational chemistry software is introduced as an aid to understanding the relationship
between structure, properties, and chemical reactivity. This course is accompanied by a laboratory
component which exposes students to a range of experimental techniques designed to purify
organic compounds and to illustrate material in the lecture component. These techniques will be
used in CHEM 212 in the following semester.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
CHEM 212 ORGANIC CHEMISTRY II
This course is a continuation of CHEM 211. It concentrates on the more advanced reactions
of organic compounds and the reactions of some basic biomolecules. In addition, the course
includes the analysis of detailed reaction mechanisms and the design of multistep chemical
synthesis pathways. Mass spectrometry, infrared and NMR spectroscopy are also introduced to
identify the structure of various organic compounds. This course is accompanied by a laboratory
component in which students synthesize a range of organic compounds that they cover in the
lecture component; such as aspirin, soap and banana ester. Overall, the course’s combination of
lecture and lab is designed to meet the requests of the chemical engineering program.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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CHEM 301 PHYSICAL CHEMISTRY
This course includes topics in interfacial chemistry, adsorption, thermodynamics, aqueous solution
equilibria, electrochemical kinetics and particulates. Colloidal systems including aerosol particles
dispersed in gases, colloids in aqueous solutions, and fine liquid droplets are also covered. The
application of these topics in chemical and petroleum engineering is described. The laboratory
component exposes students to a range of experimental techniques designed to illustrate material
in the lecture component.
Pre-requisites: Chemistry 102 (General Chemistry II) and Math 261 (Differential Equations) Corequisites: None
Restrictions: None
CHEM 293/393/493 SPECIAL TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY
Pre-requisites: To be determined by the Department
Co-requisites: To be determined by the Department
Restrictions: CHEM 293 is open to Sophomore students and above, CHEM 393 is open to
Junior students and above, CHEM 493 is open to Senior students only
CHEM 394/494 RESEARCH TOPICS IN CHEMISTRY
Restrictions: CHEM 394 is open to Junior students and above, CHEM 494 is open to Senior
students only
CHEM 396/496 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN CHEMISTRY
approval of the Department Head and Provost (or designee).
Restrictions: CGPA 3.0, CHEM 396 is open to Junior students and above, CHEM 496 is open to
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Communication – (COMM)
COMM 101, COMMUNICATION I
Communication 101 (COMM 101) is designed to introduce students to the language and
communication skills that are required for undergraduate study. Critical reading, critical writing
and oral presentation skills are developed through a context of humanities and social science
research projects which also aim to raise student awareness of quality time management skills
and metacognition.
Pre-requisites: TOEFL 500
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
COMM 151, COMMUNICATION II
Communication 151 (COMM151) develops and builds on skills learned in COMM101 and focuses on
the application of critical thinking and problem solving skills. Students are required to undertake
a “real-world” academic, educational or technical project. Academic literacy, teamwork skills,
project planning and time management skills are developed as students participate in seminars
and work in teams to gather and share information, leading to individual graded assignments,
extensive team-written project reports and multi-media research presentations.
Pre-requisites: COMM101
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
Electrical Engineering (ELEG)
ELEG 205 ELECTRIC CIRCUITS I
Physical principles underlying the modeling of circuit elements. Basic circuit elements:
resistance; inductance, capacitance, independent and controlled sources, and op-amps. Circuit
analysis techniques, steady-state and transient responses, first-order circuits, complex numbers,
sinusoidal steady-state analysis, sinusoidal steady-state power calculations, balanced threephase circuits.
Pre-requisites: MATH 161
Co-requisites: PHYS 241
Restrictions: None
ELEG 206 INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER PROGRAMMING
Overview of computer hardware and software, input/output, data types, variables, pseudocode,
algorithms, control statements, operators, functions, arrays, strings, pointers, and file processing.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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ELEG 305 ELECTRIC CIRCUITS II
Time-domain transient analysis, Laplace transform, s-domain circuit analysis, State variable
circuit analysis, frequency selective circuits, first order passive filters, Bode diagrams, two-port
networks, Mutual inductance and transformers.
Pre-requisites: ELEG 205
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
ELEG 310 ENGINEERING ELECTROMAGNETICS
Review of Vector analysis, Electrostatics (Electric fields, boundary value problem), Magneto
statics (magneto static fields, magnetic force), Maxwell’s Equations, Plane Wave propagation,
Transmission lines.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
ELEG 315 SIGNALS AND SYSTEMS
Interpretation, representation and analysis of time-varying phenomena (continuous or discrete)
as signals that convey information; Analysis of linear systems using the convolution principle; the
Fourier Series, the Fourier and its applications, the Laplace transform; the z-transform and its
application; Sampling and signal reconstruction.
Pre-requisites: ELEG 205, MATH 261
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
ELEG 325 ELECTRONIC DEVICES AND CIRCUITS
Fundamentals of active semiconductor devices. The course focuses on building an understanding
of junction diode, bipolar junction transistors, field-effect transistors devices, operational
amplifiers, and special purposes ICs. A laboratory is integrated into the course; the focus of the
laboratory is the study of semiconductor devices and circuits characteristics through simulation
and experimental procedures.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
ELEG 330 ELECTRIC MACHINES
Magnetic circuit concepts and materials, transformer analysis and operation, steady state analysis
of rotating machines. Study of the basic machine types: dc, induction, synchronous. A laboratory
is integrated into the course; the focus of the laboratory is on the characteristics of machines and
transformers.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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ELEG 350 POWER SYSTEMS ANALYSIS
Phasor diagrams; Real and Reactive power concepts; Elements of Power systems; Single line
diagrams; Modeling of power system components; Per unit quantities; Load flow studies;
Symmetrical components.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
ELEG 360 FEEDBACK CONTROL SYSTEMS
System modeling through an energy flow approach is presented, modeling of electrical, and
mechanical systems are discussed. Feedback control design techniques using pole-placement,
root locus, lead-lag, and PID compensators are presented and analyzed.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
ELEG 380 LOGIC AND DIGITAL DESIGN
Logic devices and circuits, Boolean algebra, analysis and synthesis of combinational and
sequential logic systems, number representation. Introduction to VHDL.
Co-requisites: ELEG 205
Restrictions: None
ELEG 385 MICROPROCESSORS AND CONTROLLERS
This course provides a comprehensive understanding of the fundamentals of microprocessor/
microcontroller systems. Topics include architecture, data and instruction formats, addressing,
interrupt processing and interfacing using assembly language programming. The microcontroller
with its built-in processor along with its on-chip memory and its input/output capabilities are
covered in detail. Design applications involving the interface and control of external devices by a
microcontroller are implemented
Pre-requisites: ELEG 380 and ELEG 206
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
ELEG 390 DATA COMMUNICATION
This course discusses the concept of communication systems and networking at their different
layers. Topics include various transmission media, modulation/demodulation (AM, FM, PM); signal
coding techniques, error detection and corrections. The course also covers many real- world
examples of data communication including wired and wireless Local Area Networks (LAN):
topologies, Media Access Control (MAC), access techniques, and Wide Area Network (WAN):
Introduction to internet protocols.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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ELEG 397 ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING INTERNSHIP
The course requires students to complete a program of full time training to gain practical
experience and apply their academic learning in an off-campus work or research environment.
Pre-requisites: Junior year in Electrical Engineering or permission of Program Chair
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: Students enrolled in ELEG 397 cannot register for additional courses
ELEG 410 FUNDAMENTALS OF POWER ELECTRONICS
The course covers the basic of power semiconductor devices such as Thyristors, MOSFETs and
IGBTs. The working principle and analysis of different circuit topologies of AC-DC, DC-AC, ACAC
and DC-Dc converters are introduced. Mathematical modeling of these circuits is introduced. Gate
circuit design and concept of zero voltage and zero current switching is introduced. Applications
of power electronic systems and their effect ton power system are discussed.
Pre-requisites: ELEG 325, ELEG 330
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
ELEG 420 MODERN CONTROL SYSTEMS
Design of modern control systems using matrix approach and the linear systems tools in
MATLAB; examples from electrical and mechanical engineering; realization techniques;
discretization of continuous systems; controllability, observability and their Gramians, other
dynamical system properties; pole- placement; disturbance rejection; Lyapunov stability; state
estimation; introduction to multivariable systems; introduction to intelligent control systems.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
ELEG 440 INSTRUMENTATION AND MEASUREMENT
Introduction to measurement systems, sensors and transducers, data acquisition and analysis,
signal conditioning, instrumentation methods, system specifications, computer interfacing, noise
concerns
and ergonomic aspects.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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ELEG 450 ELECTRIC POWER DISTRIBUTION SYSTEMS
The course covers electric power distribution network architecture and composition including Load
curves, Substations, Industrial networks, Distribution voltage and power control, Distribution
system planning and design, Distribution system losses, Distribution transformer applications,
Pole-top and pad-mounted distribution transformers, Unbalance voltage and unsymmetrical
loading.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
ELEG 458 ELECTRIC POWER QUALITY
Introduction and analysis of power quality and harmonics phenomena in electric power systems:
characteristics and definitions, voltage sags, electrical transients, harmonics, mitigation
techniques, electromagnetic interference, grounding electrical equipment, and standards of
power quality.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
ELEG 460 DIGITAL SIGNAL PROCESSING
This combined theory and practical course introduces the principles of digital signal processing
(DSP). The course begins with an introduction to discrete-time signals and systems followed
by such topics as sampling, A/D conversion, aliasing, the z-transform, discrete & fast Fourier
transform and digital filter design.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
ELEG 465 INDUSTRIAL AUTOMATION
Principles of industrial automation with emphasis on oil and gas industries. Topics on sensors,
actuators, field devices, signal conditioning, PLCs, and ladder logic programming are covered in
theory and practice. Different types of closed loop controllers, system modeling, SCADA, and
DCS are also addressed.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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ELEG 470 ADVANCED POWER ELECTRONICS
A study of high-frequency switching circuits which convert and condition electrical power.
Topics covered are linear & switching DC power supplies, inverters, dc-dc converters and powerfactor correction converters. This course provides the fundamental knowledge of pulse- width
modulated converter circuits, modelling and design of their feedback systems, current- mode
control, simulation, input EMI filter design, modelling and design of high-frequency power
magnetic elements and low-harmonic rectifiers. Design- oriented analysis is always emphasized.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
ELEG 475 POWER SYSTEMS PROTECTION AND RELAYS
The course is about the principles behind the protection of electric systems and covers the role
of relaying theory, Relaying Fundamentals, Transducers, Transient Phenomena, DC offset in fault
currents, Distribution System Protection, Sub-transmission System Protection, Response of
Distance Relays, Pilot Line Protection, Transformer Protection and Rotating Machinery Protection.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
ELEG 480 DIGITAL CONTROL SYSTEMS
This course is concerned with the analysis and design of closed-loop systems that contain a
digital computer. Distinction is emphasized between a purely digital system and a continuous
system that may be sampled to emulate a digital system. Topics covered include sampling, signal
conversion and processing (hold devices; z-transform; state variable technique; pole- assignment
and state estimation; stability of digital control systems; digital simulation and redesign; time
and frequency domain analyses; digital filter structures and microcomputer implementation of
digital filters.
Pre-requisites: ELEG360
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
ELEG 490 ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN PROJECT I
Capstone Design. Project engineering techniques and professional practice issues. Design
methods and tools, product life cycle, standards, project management, legal and ethical issues in
engineering.
Pre-requisites: Senior year standing or permission of Program Chair
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: Open to Electrical Engineering students only
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ELEG 491 ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN PROJECT II
Project engineering techniques and professional practice issues. Design methods and tools,
product life cycle, standards, project management, legal and ethical issues in engineering,
hardware implementation of design project.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
ELEG 293/393/493 SPECIAL TOPICS IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Restrictions: ELEG 293 is open to Sophomore students and above, ELEG 393 is open to Junior
students and above, ELEG 493 is open to Senior students only
ELEG 394/494 RESEARCH TOPICS IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
Restrictions: ELEG 394 is open to Junior students and above, ELEG 494 is open to Senior students
only
ELEG 396/496 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN ELECTRICAL ENGINEERING
approval of the Program Chair and Provost (or designee).
Restrictions: CGPA 3.0, ELEG 396 is open to Junior students and above, ELEG 496 is open to
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Engineering (ENGR)
ENGR 101 INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING IN THE PETROLEUM INDUSTRY
ENGR 101 This course enables students to gain an understanding of the petroleum industry, the
role of engineers in this industry, the pathway to academic success in engineering studies, and
membership into a learning community. Knowledge and skills gained will be applied by students
to improve their performance in their engineering studies and in determining their choice of
major. The development of the desired knowledge, skills and positive attitudes will occur through
a series of student-centered activities, field trips, and guest speakers from industry, including PI
alumni. All of these activities are linked through the themes of exploring, producing, transporting,
refining, processing, contributing and marketing. The course is at the center of establishing a
structured learning community, a core aspect of the First Year Experience.
Pre-requisites: Freshman year standing
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
ENGR 201 STATICS
Forces, moments, couples, equilibrium of bodies in two and three-dimensions, centroids and
second moments of areas, volumes and masses, friction and virtual work.
Pre-requisites: PHYS191
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
ENGR 293/393/493 SPECIAL TOPICS IN ENGINEERING
Topics courseswith different content for credit subject to program approval.
Restrictions: ENGR 293 is open to Sophomore students and above, ENGR 393 is open to
Junior students and above, ENGR 493 is open to Senior students only
ENGR 394/494 RESEARCH TOPICS IN ENGINEERING
Restrictions: ENGR 394 is open to Junior students and above, ENGR 494 is open to Senior
students only
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ENGR 396/496 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN ENGINEERING
based on a formal arrangement between the student and instructor. A student can take one or
more Independent Study courses (up to 6 credits). Independent Study courses require prior
Restrictions: CGPA: 3.0, ENGR 396 is open to Junior students and above, ENGR 496 is open to
Senior
students only
ENGR 469 TECHNOLOGY DEVELOPMENT VENTURES AND ENTREPRENEURSHIP
This course is designed to help students learn the basic business, strategy, and leadership skills
needed to launch new technology-oriented ventures. Topics include learning how to assess
the feasibility of a technological innovation as well as how to apply best practices for planning,
launching, and managing new technology-oriented companies. Students will participate in team
projects and case studies which will include feasibility studies, writing and presenting business
plans, and presentations for investors.
Pre-requisites: Senior Standing or Permission of Instructor
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
ENGR 498 PROFESSIONAL EXAMINATION PREPARATION
The course reviews and reinforces knowledge of engineering and science principles, and
assists students with successfully completing the “Fundamentals of Engineering Examination”
administered by the National Council of Examiners for Engineering and Surveying (NCEES) or
similar professional examinations.
Pre-requisites: Senior year standing
Co-requisites: None Restrictions: None Lecture/Lab/Credit: 3:0:2
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Health & Fitness (HFIT)
HFIT 111 Personal Health and Fitness
An overview of personal health and fitness, with particular relevance to working in the petroleum
and gas industries. The course includes a theoretical and practical understanding of personal
health and fitness including exercising safely and managing a personal healthy diet and managing
a healthy diet and lifestyle regime. The course is enhanced with opportunities for field work,
personal survival techniques and the fundamental skills of leadership and teamwork.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
Lecture/Lab/Crdit: 0.5/1.5/1
STPS 201 Strategies for Team Based Engineering Problem Solving I
STPS201 introduces the engineering design process including problem definition, conceptual
design, alternative solutions and final design specifications and documentation. Students in
teams work on open-ended problems and apply the formal methods of engineering design.
The course also develops and enhances team work, project management and professional
design communications including technical writing, graphics communication and effective
oral presentations. Issues such as social and environmental aspects of engineering design and
engineering ethics are also addressed.
Pre-requisite: COMM 151, ENGR 101
Co-requisite: PHYS 191
Restrictions: None
STPS 251 Strategies for Team-Based Engineering Problem Solving II
This course is a development of STPS 201 emphasizing application of learned professional sills.
Team-based engineering problem solving with emphasis on discipline specific client-based
problems. There is an increased focus on discipline specific computer applications in design,
engineering principles and practices to solve open-ended problems. Oral and written professional
technical communications as well as teamwork and project management are further developed.
Human, environmental and economical aspects of engineering
design are also addressed.
Pre-requisite: STPS 201
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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Health, Safety and Environment Engineering (HSEG)
HSEG 401INTRODUCTION TO HSE ENGINEERING
Concepts of workplace health, safety and environment (HSE) will be discussed as they relate to
the oil, gas, petrochemical and associated industries. Students will develop an understanding of
how businesses manage HSE and the regulatory responsibilities, and be able to prepare for further
study in the field. Included is a historical perspective of the legislative process of regulations,
explanation of HSE terms, ethics and professionalism, recordkeeping and HSE statistics, hazard
recognition / evaluation / control, accident investigation and analysis, emergency preparedness,
security, workers’ compensation, concepts of pollution control, waste management, and HSE
management systems.
Pre-requisites: Junior/Senior standing or permission of the program chair. Not open to students
who have completed PEEG 359.
Co-requisites: None Restrictions:
None Lecture/Lab/Credit: 3:0:3
HSEG 402 INDUSTRIAL HYGIENE ENGINEERING
This course studies the anticipation, recognition, evaluation, and control issues associated with
industrial health and hygiene in the workplace. Topics include toxicology, epidemiology, noise,
ionizing and non- ionizing radiation, chemicals, airborne contaminants, biological substances
and sampling techniques. These subjects will be discussed in relation to regulatory requirements
using engineering and non- engineering controls for reducing or eliminating health hazards in the
workplace.
Pre-requisites: Junior/Senior standing or permission of the program chair. Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
HSEG 405 SYSTEM SAFETY ENGINEERING AND RISK MANAGEMENT
This course focuses on the evaluation of system design and process safety from the standpoint
of risk, using system safety analysis techniques. Topics covered include concept of risk, system
definition, hazard identification, risk assessment, risk management, sensitivity analysis and
economics of system safety methodology, mathematics of systems analysis including statistical
methods, Boolean algebra and reliability. Skills gained include the ability to calibrate a risk
assessment matrix, perform preliminary hazard analysis (PHA), failure mode and effect analysis
(FMECA), fault tree analysis (FTA), job safety analysis, event trees, task analysis, process flow
analysis, HAZOP (hazard and operability) analysis, and other system safety analysis techniques.
Pre-requisites: Junior/Senior standing or permission of the program chair.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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HSEG 411 ERGONOMICS AND HUMAN FACTORS ENGINEERING
This course studies human performance and its effect on the safety and reliability of systems.
Information about human abilities, limitations and other characteristics will be used to design jobs,
equipment, work methods and environmental conditions that will optimize human productivity in
occupational settings. Engineering anthropometry, human information processing, biomechanics
of motion and work posture, work physiology and human performance, thermal conditions (heat
stress), the human visual system, vibration, illumination and indoor air quality, are covered in
context of their application and workplace design.
Pre-requisites: Junior/Senior standing or permission of the program chair.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
Humanities and Social Sciences (H&SS)
H&SS 111 ISLAMIC STUDIES
This course explores the meaning of the traditional values and ethics of Islam and their
significance in today’s modern, scientific, and technological world. It includes a brief survey of
Islamic ethics across the history of Islam. The course highlights the application of Islamic ethical
values within three major spheres: the social setting, the workplace and the environment. Based
on the Sunnah and the historical record of Islam, emphasis is placed on how Islamic ethics can
contribute to issues facing modern society in meeting the challenges of the working environment
and in raising an ecological consciousness of a modern, global society in its relationship with the
natural environment.
Co-requisites: COMM 151
Restrictions: None
H&SS 112 ARABIC LANGUAGE
The course is designed to improve students’ proficiency in the reading and writing of academic
and scholarly Arabic. Students will be taught to read, write and speak classical Arabic. They will
also be introduced to notable classical and modern texts as they pertain to various aspects of
social life. Topics to be covered include letters, Arabic and Islamic texts, and texts of prominent
Arab writers. Students with an advanced understanding of classical Arabic will further develop
their reading and writing skills while those with a more rudimentary understanding will derive
remedial benefit from the course.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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H&SS 121 GERMAN LANGUAGE I
German I is designed for students interested in learning the German language. Initial focus is on
conversational German to allow the student to function in a German speaking setting. Elementary
grammar and written construction are introduced.
Pre-requisites: Permission of instructor
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: Any previous secondary or post-secondary course in German
H&SS 171 GERMAN LANGUAGE II
In this course, students understand and make up short simple questions, directions and messages
in various situations including public announcements and short conversations at a higher level.
Students’ skills in writing, reading, speaking and listening are improved so that they can take part
in an extended preparation course of the official examination START 1 of the German GoetheInstitute at the end of this course.
Pre-requisites: H&SS 121
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
H&SS 200 INTRODUCTION TO BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
The course provides a basic introduction to contemporary business environments and the
responsibilities of management in an organization. It analyses operations of core functions of firms
such as marketing, R&D, sales, operations, human resources, and also examines the theoretical
and applied evolution of managerial functions of planning and decision making, organizing and
changing, leading and controlling.
Pre-requisites: COMM 151
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
H&SS 201 THE WEST IN THE MIDDLE EAST
This course examines the presence of the West in the Middle East over the past thousand years.
Its starting point is the Crusades, and it goes on to consider the impact of European commercial
activity in the seventeenth and eighteenth century. European colonialism in the region during the
nineteenth and twentieth century, and the effects of World War I upon the subsequent stages.
The course includes an examination of the discovery and exploitation of the Middle East’s oil
reserves, and the geopolitics that accompanied the development.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
Lecture/Lab/Credit:3:0:3
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H&SS 221 INTRODUCTION TO POLITICAL SCIENCE
This course introduces the fundamental principles of comparative government, political theory,
international and public policy, and their application in the Islamic societies of the Arabian Gulf
and the oil and gas industry.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
H&SS 222 THE UAE BEFORE AND SINCE THE DISCOVERY OF OIL
This course examines the special relationship between the Gulf sheikhdoms and Britain from
1820 until 1971, and the UAE in the oil era.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
H&SS 251 PRINCIPLES OF ECONOMICS
This course is designed to provide students the basic set of tools that are necessary to analyse
economics and business problems. The course is divided into four main sections. The first section
introduces the student to the economic way of thinking and some core economic principles. The
second part develops and then applies the supply and demand model to various microeconomic
situations including discussions regarding the role of the government. Section three studies the
producer theory and market structures.
The final section examines the aggregate view of the economy including GDP, employment,
inflation, exchange rates, and government macroeconomic policies.
Pre-requisites: COMM 151 or AP English
Co-requisites: MATH 111
Restrictions: None
H&SS 253 TOPICS IN QURANIC & HADITH STUDIES
This course includes special topics in Islamic studies, history, and culture. It offers a survey on a
variety of selected topics which include religious traditions in both the classical and modern
periods. Specific topics include the Qur’an the Hadith’ the life of the Prophet Muhammed
(PBUH), religious history, Quranic interpretation, the sacred law and the finance. The course
investigates how Muslims of different sorts, and in different times and places, have understood
and constructed Islam in particular ways.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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H&SS 261 ENGINEERING ETHICS FROM AN ISLAMIC PERSPECTIVE
The course introduces moral principles within the scope of engineering education and includes
the following topics: professional and ethical responsibility; identifying, formulating, and resolving
the moral issues raised by engineering practice; and understanding the impact of engineering
solutions in a global and societal context. Different codes of engineering ethics such as NSPE
and IEEE are emphasized, as is an Islamic code of ethics and the role an engineer should play in
their community. Different models of professionalism are also analyzed in connection with moral
obligations from an Islamic perspective.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
H&SS 321 THE POLITICAL ECONOMY OF JAPAN
Provides a broad introduction to Japan including its importance as a major economic partner of
the U.A.E. Topics covered include history, politics, economics, society and technology.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
H&SS 333 THE HISTORY AND POLITICS OF MIDDLE EAST OIL
This course provides a survey of the oil industry in the region from the early 1900’s to the present
day. Amongst the aspects studied are relationships between rulers and oil companies, the types
of concessions agreed, problems and conflicts associated with oil developments, imperialism
and oil, oil and the two world wars, nationalism and oil, the establishment of OPEC and OAPEC
and finally the story of oil in the UAE.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
H&SS 381 MACROECONOMICS – THE UAE ECONOMY
The course is designed to provide students with sound understanding of the UAE economy and
other national economies. The aims of the course are: (i) to provide a deeper knowledge of the
principles of macroeconomic analysis, (ii) use these principles to understand the macroeconomic
dimensions of UAE economic history and in a broader international context, and (iii) develop
good understanding of the general working of the economy to make sense of governmental
policy-making and changes occurring in the world economy today. The course blends in facts
and data about other economies to explore contemporary issues in more depth.
Prerequisites: H&SS 251
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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H&SS 293/393/493 SPECIAL TOPICS IN HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
Restrictions: H&SS 293 is open to Sophomore students and above, H&SS 393 is open to Junior
students and above, H&SS 493 is open to Senior students only Lecture/Lab/Credit: 1-4 credits
H&SS 394/494 RESEARCH TOPICS IN HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
Restrictions: H&SS 394 is open to Junior students and above, H&SS 494 is open to Senior students
only
H&SS 396/496 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN HUMANITIES AND SOCIAL SCIENCES
Restrictions: CGPA:3.0, H&SS 396 is open to Junior students and
Senior
students only
above, H&SS 496 is open to
Mathematics (MATH)
MATH 060 COLLEGE MATHEMATICS
MATH 060 is a developmental course that addresses essential skills and knowledge needed for
success in MATH 111. In this course, elementary concepts are introduced, related to new material,
and revisited in an integrated approach. The basics of algebraic manipulation, trigonometry,
logarithms, and the interpretation for graphs of functions are covered. Students required to
enroll in this course are identified through their performance on the PI Mathematics placement
test.
Pre-requisites: Entry into A&S Program (TOEFL 500 or higher)
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MATH 111 CALCULUS I
This is the first course in the three-part Calculus sequence. The course explores the concepts of a
limit, continuity and differentiation. The concepts are used to solve problems such as optimization,
graphing, related rates, and motion. The concepts of integration are introduced and applied to
the calculation of areas, volumes, arc length and work.
Pre-requisites: TOEFL 500 or higher and either placement via Mathematics Placement Exam or
credit for MATH 060
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
Lacture/Lab/Credit: 4:0:4
MATH 161 CALCULUS II
A second course in calculus covering some techniques of integration, sequences and series,
vectors in both two and three dimensions, planes and surfaces, curves and arc length, and vectorvalued functions with their derivatives and integrals. Applications of the material to a number of
physical situations relevant to both science and engineering are made.
Pre-requisites:MATH111
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MATH 212 CALCULUS III
A third course in calculus covering differential and integral calculus of functions of several
variables, including partial derivatives, maximum/minimum problems, double and triple integrals
in various coordinate systems, line integrals, surface integrals, Greens Theorem, Stokes, Theorem,
and the Divergence Theorem. Applications of the mathematics to a number of physical situations
important to both science and engineering will be made.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MATH 241 PROBABILITY AND STATISTICS FOR ENGINEERS
This course is an introduction to probability and statistics for engineers. Topics include data
analysis, probability, random variables, discrete and continuous probability distributions,
estimation, hypothesis testing and correlation. Students will have some experience in analyzing
data using Minitab.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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MATH 261 DIFFERENTIAL EQUATIONS
This course treats basic theory and standard methods of solution for elementary ordinary
differential equations with applications.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MATH 361 ADVANCED ENGINEERING MATHEMATICS
This course treats the classical partial differential equations of mathematical physics. Fourier
series, transforms, and integrals are covered, as are topics from complex numbers and special
functions.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MATH 365 NUMERICAL METHODS
This is a first course in numerical and approximation techniques designed for undergraduate
engineering students. The course covers root finding techniques for solving non-linear equations,
numerical solution of systems of linear and non-linear equations, interpolation and approximation
of functions or tabulated data, least square approximation, numerical integration using quadrature
rules, numerical solution of ordinary differential equations and an introduction to error analysis.
The student will also learn to write programs implementing these methods.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MATH 371 OPERATIONS RESEARCH FOR ENGINEERS
This course covers linear programming (LP) problems and solutions by the Simplex method
including blending, production processes, inventory, scheduling, assignment and transportation
problems. In this course the student will learn to set up a model and solve the model problem
both analytically and using software such as Lindo and Lingo.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MATH 461 LINEAR ALGEBRA
This is an introductory course in linear algebra. Topics covered in this course include systems of
linear equations, matrix algebra, determinants, vector spaces, subspaces, linear independence,
span, basis, coordinates, linear transformations, matrix representations of linear transformations,
eigenvalues and eigenvectors, diagonalization, Gram-Schmidt orthogonalization, orthogonal
projection and least squares.
Pre-requisites: MATH 212, ELEG 206 or MEEG 221
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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MATH 293/393/493 SPECIAL TOPICS IN MATHEMATICS
Restrictions: MATH 293 is open to Sophomore students and above, MATH 393 is open to
Junior students and above, MATH 493 is open to Senior students only
MATH 394/494 RESEARCH TOPICS IN MATHEMATICS
Restrictions: MATH 394 is open to Junior students and above, MATH 494 is open to Senior
students only
MATH 396/496 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN MATHEMATICS
Restrictions: CGPA:3.0, MATH 396 is open to Junior students and above, MATH 496 is open
to Senior students only
Mechanical Engineering (MEEG)
MEEG 201 ENGINEERING STATICS
This course introduces the concept of force and moment equilibrium of solid bodies in two and
three dimensions. Newton’s fundamental laws and principles of geometric properties of solids are
covered. Free body diagrams and methods of joints and sections are used to analyze structures.
Construction of internal shear force and bending moment diagrams in beams are introduced.
Pre-requisites: PHYS 191
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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MEEG 205 INTRODUCTION TO MODERN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
This course introduces the students to modern mechanical engineering as a profession and
discipline. The mechanical engineering curriculum is reviewed. Topics of current interest and
emerging areas in modern mechanical engineering are introduced, including topics related to
the oil and gas and the broader energy sector. The role of codes and standards is introduced.
Professional engineering ethics and responsibility are presented. Knowledge in modern mechanical
engineering is also gained through invited lectures, class discussions and field trip(s)/project(s).
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MEEG 221 ENGINEERING MATLAB
This course develops the skills to use MATLAB as a tool to obtain numerical solutions to a wide
range of engineering problems and display the results with annotated graphics. Students will
also learn fundamentals of structural programming and numerical analysis techniques.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MEEG 222 INTRODUCTION TO ENGINEERING THERMODYNAMICS
This course introduces the first and second laws of thermodynamics, properties of pure substances,
entropy, reversible and irreversible processes.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: Not open to Chemical and Mechanical Engineering students
MEEG 275 BASIC MEASUREMENT LABORATORY
This course provides an introduction to the science of metrology and measurements in mechanical
engineering. Students communicate their work through oral presentations and written reports.
Pre-requisites: PHYS 191, COMM 151
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MEEG 302 FLUID MECHANICS AND HEAT TRANSFER
This course covers fluid properties, statics, conservation of mass and energy, viscous laminar
and turbulent flow in a pipe, boundary layer concept, flow over immersed bodies, steady and
unsteady conduction, internal and external forced and natural convection heat transfer, radiation
heat transfer, and heat exchangers.
Pre-requisites: MEEG 222
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: Not open to Chemical and Mechanical Engineering students
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MEEG 324 ENGINEERING DYNAMICS
This course introduces rectilinear and curvilinear motion of particles and rigid bodies, kinematics
and kinetics of particles and rigid bodies, rotational and translational motion of rigid bodies,
principle of work and energy in particles and rigid body dynamics, and principle of impulse and
momentum in particle and rigid body dynamics.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MEEG 334 MATERIALS SCIENCE
This course introduces the three primary groups of engineering materials and the relationship
between the structural elements of these materials and their properties. Atomic structure and
inter-atomic bonding in metals, ceramics and polymers and discussed. Imperfections in crystal
structure, diffusion, phase transformations and microstructure are studied in relationship to
material properties such as tensile strength, hardness, fatigue and creep. Some of the fundamental
concepts are further supported by laboratory experiments.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MEEG 344 MECHANICS OF MATERIALS
This course introduces the concepts of stress, strain and Hooke’s law to study the mechanics of
deformable solids. Axial loading, torsion, pure bending, analysis and design of beams for strength
and deflection are covered. Shearing stress in beams and thin-walled sections, compound stresses,
stress transformation, pressure vessels, and columns are introduced.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MEEG 345 INTRODUCTION TO MANUFACTURING PROCESSES
This course introduces the basic manufacturing processes and the interrelations between material
properties, processes and design. Casting, bulk forming, sheet metal forming, material removal
and joining processes and their applications to metals, polymers and composites are covered.
The effects of processing on microstructure and strength are discussed. Hands on laboratory
sessions emphasize some of the concepts covered in the lectures.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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MEEG 354 FLUID MECHANICS
This course covers fluid properties, statics, conservation of mass, momentum and energy,
dimensional analysis and similitude, viscous laminar and turbulent flow in a pipe, boundary layer
concept, and flow over immersed bodies.
Pre-requisites: MEEG 201, MEEG 365
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MEEG 365 THERMODYNAMICS
This course introduces the first and second laws of thermodynamics, properties of pure substances,
entropy, reversible and irreversible processes, power and refrigeration cycles and heat pump.
Pre-requisites: PHYS 191, CHEM 101
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MEEG 374 MACHINE DESIGN
This course introduces the fundamentals of design and basic operation of various machine
elements. Principles of statics and mechanics of materials are applied and failure theories are
introduced for the design and selection of machine elements such as shafts, flexural members,
power screws, fasteners, and welded joints.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MEEG 376 CORE MEASUREMENTS LABORATORY
This course builds upon fundamental concepts and principles introduced in MEEG 275 and
offers experiments in the major specialty areas of thermofluids, mechanics, automation and
control. Students also design hands-on experiments to investigate fundamental engineering
phenomena through Design of Experiments (DOE). Students communicate their work through
oral presentations and written reports.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MEEG 380 INTRODUCTION TO POLYMER SCIENCE AND ENGINEERING
This course introduces fundamentals, properties and applications of polymers. Classification of
polymers, polymer formation, polymer structure, characterization, and the relationship between
structure and properties are covered. Mechanical properties of polymers are discussed in
relationship to their application as engineering materials. The influence of the various stages of
polymer processing on properties of the end product is emphasized.
Pre-requisites: CHEM 101, PHYS 191
Co-requisites: None
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MEEG 384 SYSTEM DYNAMICS AND CONTROL
This course introduces modeling of mechanical, electrical and electromechanical systems, Laplace
Transform techniques, time response analysis, block diagram representation, feedback systems,
root locus method, frequency response techniques, state-space representation, and controller
design.
Pre-requisites: MATH 261, MEEG 221, MEEG 324, ELEG 205
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MEEG 385 HEAT TRANSFER
This course covers the fundamental concepts of steady and unsteady conduction, internal and
external forced and natural convection and radiation heat transfer, and heat exchanges.
Pre-requisites: MEEG 354, MATH 261
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MEEG 397 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING INTERNSHIP
Students are assigned to a variety of ADNOC’s operating companies where they will work on
short-duration projects allowing them to apply the acquired knowledge from the PI, gain practical
experience and become acquainted with the industry’s working environment. Each student is
required to submit a written report and deliver a presentation on his work assignment.
Pre-requisites: Senior standing in MEEG
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: Students enrolled in MEEG 397 cannot register for additional courses
MEEG 404 INTRODUCTION TO FINITE ELEMENT ANALYSIS
This course introduces fundamental concepts of the finite element method. The derivation of
spring, truss, beam, and frame element stiffness equations are covered and the direct stiffness
method is used to analyze structures. Engineering examples in 2D and 3D are analyzed with the
aid of finite element software and various modeling techniques are introduced.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MEEG 410 VISCOUS AND BOUNDARY LAYER FLOWS
This course covers differential analysis of viscous fluid flow, exact solutions of the Navier-Stokes
equations, laminar and turbulent boundary layers, Blasius and Von Karman integral solutions, the
Polhausen method, and flow separation.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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MEEG 424 GAS DYNAMICS
This course covers one dimensional compressible gas flows and application to nozzles,
compressible flow with friction and heat transfer (Fanno and Rayleigh Flows), and shock waves.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MEEG 436 FRACTURE AND FAILURE OF ENGINEERING MATERIALS
The course introduces the theories of various fracture mechanisms and fracture modes
associated with failure of engineering materials. Concept of linear elastic fracture mechanics,
stress intensity factor, Griffith energy balance, determination of the elastic field at a sharp crack
tip, J integrals analysis, experimental determination of fracture toughness, elastic plastic fracture
mechanics, fatigue crack growth, elastic-plastic crack tip fields, critical crack sizes and fatigue
crack propagation rate prediction are covered.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MEEG 439 MACHINE DYNAMICS
This course introduces fundamentals of kinematics of linkages, cams, gears and gear trains. It
also covers position, velocity, and acceleration analysis of machines, static and dynamic force
analysis of mechanisms.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MEEG 444 ENGINEERING VIBRATION
This course introduces the theory of mechanical vibrations including free and forced vibrations
of single and multiple degree of freedom systems, damping, matrix methods, time domain and
frequency domain analysis, instrumentation, and vibration control.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MEEG 454 REFRIGERATION, AIR CONDITIONING AND CRYOGENICS
This course covers psychometrics, air conditioning systems, advanced refrigeration cycles,
heating and cooling loads, and principles of cryogenics.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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MEEG 459 TURBOMACHINERY
This course covers the fundamentals of turbo machines analyses, velocity triangle method,
performance characteristics, applications and selection of turbo machines for a variety of
engineering situations such as pumping, gas compression and power production.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MEEG 479 ENGINEERING PROJECT MANAGEMENT
The course involves systematic approach to engineering project management with topics in
project planning, scheduling, quality/cost control, intellectual/proprietary property management,
communication management with the executives, work ethics, and health/safety/environmental
aspects of project management.
Pre-requisites: Completion of 90 credits and good academic standing
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: CGPA:2.0
MEEG 480 RENEWABLE ENERGY TECHNOLOGIES
This course covers the primary conventional and renewable energy sources such as solar, wind,
biomass, hydro-electric, ocean, geothermal, and energy applications in various energy sectors. It
also discusses the environmental and cost aspects of these energy sources.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MEEG 485 INTRODUCTION TO ROBOTICS
This course introduces fundamentals of robotics including kinematics, dynamics, and motion
planning of an industrial arm robot. In kinematics, operations of rotation and translation, and the
notion of homogeneous transformations are introduced. Forward kinematic equations of rigid
manipulators and inverse kinematics are derived. Velocity relationships are determined with the
use of the Jacobian matrix. Path planning and trajectory of motion are also discussed in this
course. The course incorporates a semester long hands-on project.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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MEEG 490 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN PROJECT I
This course allows students to utilize and integrate the knowledge gained from the various
courses taken previously and concurrently within the context of a final year capstone design
project. Building upon previously learnt design process topics, advanced tools are introduced to
help students develop conceptual alternatives, justify and select an optimum solution, develop
an embodiment design, and build a full proposal for the prototype that they will construct and
commission in the follow-on design course. Topics covered include PDS, QFD, Pugh analysis,
DfX, FMEA, feasibility and economics analysis, and contemporary issues including professional
and ethical responsibilities, engineering solutions in a global, environmental and societal context.
Pre-requisites: STPS 251, Senior year standing or permission of Program Chair
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
MEEG 491 MECHANICAL ENGINEERING DESIGN PROJECT II
In this follow-on final year capstone design course students refine their embodiment design into
a detailed design, and construct and commission the design prototype. In addition, students
communicate their progress and final achievements through oral presentations and written
reports.
Co-requisites: None
MEEG 293/393/493 SPECIAL TOPICS IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Restrictions: MEEG 293 is open to Sophomore students and above, MEEG 393 is open to Junior
students and above, MEEG 493 is open to Senior students only.
MEEG 394/494 RESEARCH TOPICS IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Restrictions: MEEG 394 is open to Junior students and above, MEEG 494 is open to Senior
students only. Lecture/Lab/Credit: 1-4 credits
MEEG 396/496 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Restrictions: CGPA:3.0, MEEG 396 is open to Junior students and above, MEEG 496 is open to
Senior students only.
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Materials Science and Engineering (MSEG)
MSEG 334 MATERIALS SCIENCE
This course is designed to introduce a study of the properties of engineering materials, the
effect of material microstructure on those properties and the development and manipulation
of microstructure through processing. Such an understanding is required for the analysis and
selection of materials and processes for the design and manufacture of products, systems and
structures.
Prerequisites: CHEM 101, Chemistry I
Corequisites: None
Restrictions:
MSEG 380 INTRO. POLYMER SCIENCE & ENGINEERING
Definitions, industry overview, nomenclature, basic organic chemistry of polymers, polymerization,
molecular weight and molecular weight distribution. Basic polymer structure and thermomechanical
behaviour and structure property relationship. Mechanical properties, definitions, viscoelasticity,
other mechanical properties. Basic rheology and introduction to polymer processing techniques,
recycling.
Prerequisites: CHEM 101, Chemistry I; PHYS191, Physics I
Corequisites: None
Restrictions:
MSEG 2XX METALLURGICAL PROCESS CALCULATIONS
Basic principles of mass & energy flow in metallurgical processes, principles of mass & energy
conservation, basis thermodynamic principles applicable to metallurgical processes are
introduced. The principles taught will be applicable to a selected variety of metallurgical processes
from pyrometallurgical, hydrometallurgical & electrometallurgical extractive schemes to follow
mass & energy flow. Calculations will be performed to determine material recovery and energy
efficiencies in metallurgical processes.
Thermochemical computer models and software will be introduced and examples of process
calculations will be performed to compare theoretical models with plant performances.
Prerequisites: MATH212, Calculus III; CHEM 102, Chemistry II; PHYS191, Physics I
Corequisites: None
Restrictions:
MSEG 3XX PHYSICAL METALLURGY
This course reviews crystallographic properties of metals and their interactions with metal defects
and imperfections. The course also covers various structural and microstructural features of metals
and their alloys, as well as principal physical properties such as electrical conductivity, thermal
conductivity, heat capacity, thermal expansion, magnetic properties and optical properties.
Prerequisites:MSEG334, Materials Science; PHYS241, Physics II
Corequisites: None
Restrictions: None
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MSEG 3XX RHEOLOGY
This course provides an introduction to various aspects of theoretical rheology, including:
Newtonian fluids mechanics, linear and non-linear viscoelasticity, rheological flows, and
constitutive equations. Also included the rheological measurement and industrial applications of
rheometry in a number of different products.
Prerequisites: MSEG380, Introduction to Polymer Science and Engineering; MATH261, Differential
Equations
Corequisites: None
Restrictions: None
MSEG 3XX POLYMER CHEMISTRY & REACTION ENGINEERING
This course provides an introduction to the chemistry of polymerization and the polymer
manufacturing process. It begins with basic concepts about polymers and polymerization and
covers each major type of polymerization withrelevant kinetics. The qualitative effect of reactor
design on polymer manufacture is discussed as well as actual polymer manufacturing processes
including those taking place in the UAE. Course also includes Laboratory exercises to reinforce
concepts in Polymer Chemistry and Reaction Engineering.
Prerequisites: CHEM201, Organic Chemistry
Corequisites: None
Restrictions: None
MSEG 3XX THERMODYNAMICS OF MATERIALS
The course covers the fundamentals of thermodynamics and their application to a variety of
materials and materials heat-processing problems. This includes the first law of thermodynamics
and its application to equilibrium states and phase transformations as well as the second law
of thermodynamics and the statistical interpretation of entropy and reversible processes. Also
discussed in this course, the thermodynamic potential of systems under various conditions,
Gibbs free energy as a function of temperature and pressure, state functions and properties, and
extensive and intensive properties of thermodynamic systems.
Prerequisites:PHYS191,Physics I
Corequisites: None
Restrictions: None
MSEG 3XX BASIC MECHANICS
This course is composed of two parts. The first part concentrates on the fundamentals of statics
and the second part of this course covers the concepts of different types of stresses. Use of
equilibrium equations to determine the internal loads in a certain structure as well as determining
the centroid, first-and-second moment of inertia of an area are covered initially. The second part
of this course covers relationships between the external loads and the intensity of internal forces
acting within a body through the calculation of stresses in loaded members.
Prerequisites:PHYS191, Physics I
Corequisites: None
Restrictions: None
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MSEG 3XX TRANSPORT PHENOMENA
Basic principles of heat flow, fluid flow, mass transport and reaction kinetics are introduced. The
principles taught will be applicable to a wide variety of materials issues including processing,
stability and environmental durability, and performance. Other aspects of transport phenomena
are discussed including heat transfer, mass transfer, fluid flow and coupled transport phenomena.
Prerequisites:MATH261,
Differential Equations; PHYS191,
Physics I Corequisites: None
Restrictions:
MSEG 3XX MICROSTRUCTURE OF MATERIALS
An introduction to the relationships between microstructure and properties of materials,
with emphasis on metallic and ceramic systems; Fundamentals of imperfections in crystalline
materials on material behavior; Recrystallization and grain growth; Strengthening mechanisms:
Grain refinement, Solid solution strengthening, Precipitation strengthening, and Microstructural
strengthening; and Phase transformations.
Prerequisites: MATH212, Calculus III; CHEM 102, Chemistry II; PHYS191, Physics I; MSEG
334, Materials Science
Corequisites: None
Restrictions:
MSEG 3XX PHASE EQUILIBRIUM & TRANSFORMATIONS
This course explores the mechanisms, thermodynamics and kinetics of transformations in metallic
materials from both theoretical and experimental perspectives. The course includes the following
topics:
diffusional and diffusionless mechanisms, transformation, nucleation and growth, phase
equilibrium and metastable phase diagrams, the influence of interfaces on equilibrium, ternary
phase diagrams, isomorphous systems, three-phase equilibrium, four- phase equilibrium, and
congruent transformation.
The course also covers precipitation from solidification and its associated crystallography as well
as precipitation mechanisms, such as age hardening and coarsening. Martensitic transformation
and Bainitic transformation are also discussed.
Prerequisites:MSEG3XX, Thermodynamics of Materials
Corequisites: None
Restrictions:None
MSEG 3XX CORROSION & OXIDATION OF METALS
This course covers both fundamental and practical aspects of materials corrosion with emphasis on
metallic materials, and ways of preventing or retarding the corrosion process. The electrochemical
theory of corrosion is introduced to describe material mass and thickness losses under various
corrosive environments, as well as the thermodynamics and kinetics of corrosion processes.
Corrosion case studies under various industrial environments such as aircraft, construction and
petroleum industries are discussed including plain-carbon steels, stainless steels and common
nonferrous alloys.
Prerequisites: CHEM102, Chemistry II
Corequisites: None
Restrictions:
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MSEG 3XX MATERIALS CHARACTERIZATION
Materials are characterized on the basis of their microstructure (phase distribution), chemical
composition (elemental distribution), properties (strength, toughness, hardness, etc.) and
application (structural and non-structural). Materials are required to perform in multi-functional
applications, and, thus have to be characterized for each. This course will build upon the knowledge
gained in 3XXX: Microstructure of Materials and describe the tools, methods, measurement
techniques, accuracy and applicable standards to elucidate the processing-structure-propertiesperformance relationships. Wet and dry chemical analysis techniques and mechanical property
measurement methods will be described and demonstrated. Laboratory experiments to
supplement the lectures.
Prerequisites: MATH212, CHEM 102, PHYS191, MSEG 2XX: Materials Science, MSEG 3XX:
Microstructure
of Materials, MSEG 3XX: Physical Metallurgy.
Corequisites: None
Restrictions:
MSEG 3XX MATERIAL KINETICS
During the first half of the course, two fundamental kinetic processes; reaction kinetics and
diffusion kinetics will be introduced and described in detail. The second half of the course shows
students how to apply them to qualitatively and quantitatively model common kinetic processes
relevant to materials science and engineering. Specific kinetic examples will include silicon and
integrated circuit processing, gas transport through membranes, thin-film deposition, sintering,
oxidation, carbon-14 dating, nucleation and growth, steel degassing, and fuel cell operation.
Prerequisites: MSEG 3XX: Thermodynamics of Metals; MSEG 334: Materials Science
Corequisites: None
Restrictions:
MSEG 3XX NON-FERROUS METALLURGY
This course covers the physical metallurgy of non-ferrous alloys. The concepts of alloy design and
microstructural engineering are also discussed, linking processing and thermodynamics to the
structure and properties of non-ferrous metals. This course gives students knowledge of most
typical non-ferrous alloy systems. This knowledge includes literacy in major alloy systems, with
emphasis on microstructural evolution and structure-properties relations. Some description of
relevant alloy applications will be included.
Prerequisites: MSEG334, Materials Science
Corequisites: None
Restrictions:None
MSEG 4XX EXTRACTIVE METALLURGY
This course deals with extractive metallurgy, mining, iron ore dressing, physical separation
techniques, flotation, dewatering. Emphasis is given to the extraction processes such as
hydrometallurgy and electrometallurgy including leaching, solution purification, solvent extraction,
metal winning, refining as well as pyrometallurgy including roasting, smelting, converting, and
refining. Fuels, furnaces, metallurgical reactors, refractories, energy efficiency are covered along
with the calculations based on flow sheets, heat and mass balances.
Prerequisites:MSEG334, Materials Science
Corequisites: None
Restrictions:
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MSEG 4XX METAL FORMING & PROCESSES
The course focuses on the fundamentals of metal forming processes, mechanics of metal forming,
formability of materials, tool and die design, design for manufacture, and economic aspects of
the process. Emphasis is placed on analysis of bulk and sheet metal forming processes as applied
to practical cases.
Prerequisites:MSEG3XX, Basic Mechanics
Corequisites: None
Restrictions:
MSEG 4XX INTRODUCTION TO SURFACE ENGINEERING
This course introduces concepts and applications of surface engineering in the context of
understanding various types of surface failures of engineering components and being able to
select optimum materials and surface treatment solutions. The course is designed to study
interactions between materials properties and the environment to which they are exposed. The
mechanisms of surface modifications through processing are presented and compared in terms
of surface properties improvement such as hardness, strength, adhesion, friction and corrosion
resistance.
Prerequisites: MSEG 3XX, Physical Metallurgy; MSEG 3XX, Microstructure of Metals
Corequisites: None
Restrictions:
MSEG 490 SENIOR DESIGN I
This course is the first part of a senior design project, runs during the first semester of the senior
year. The course aims at teaching students how to utilize and integrate the knowledge earned
from the various courses taken previously and concurrently within the context of a final year
design project. Students will learn how to collect information related to their project, organize,
and plan an open-ended project using resources from workshops, industry, library, internet and
discussions with their supervisors and colleagues. The course will also give students the chance
to practice and improve their oral and written communication skills by making oral presentations
and submitting written interim reports throughout the semester.
Prerequisites: Senior standing
Corequisites: None
Restrictions:
MSEG 4XX STEEL MAKING TECHNOLOGIES
This course discusses the fundamentals of metallurgical thermo-chemical reactions and their
kinetics in view of understanding the metallurgical process in the iron and steel making industry,
with an emphasis on ladle metallurgy. This includes the direct reduction of iron ore and particle
reduction kinetics, as well as analysis of shaft furnace & blast furnace operations. Industrial
processes are analyzed in terms of reactor design, smelting-reduction and the production of
ferrous alloys. Continuous casting, sheet steel manufacture and methods of scale reduction
during the forming process are also covered.
Prerequisites:MSEG3XX, Extractive Metallurgy
Corequisites: None
Restrictions:
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MSEG 4XX MATERIALS SELECTION IN MECHANICAL DESIGN
This course develops a systematic procedure for selecting materials and processes leading to
the subset which best match the requirements of a design. The approach emphasizes on design
with materials rather than materials “science”, to help with the structuring of criteria for selection.
The course integrates materials selection with other aspects of design. The relationships with the
stages of design optimization and with the mechanics of materials are developed throughout.
Prerequisites:MSEG4XX, Metal Forming & Processes
Corequisites: None
Restrictions:
MSEG 4XX METALLURGICAL APPLICATION
This course covers the metallurgy of industrial processes and failures with emphasis on
applications in the oil and gas industry. This includes the metallurgical aspects of welding including
microstructure and properties, thermal and chemical aspects of fusion welding and analysis of
metallurgical failures. The course also covers typical failures such as corrosion, wear and creep.
Prerequisites:MSEG3XX, Corrosion and Oxidation of Metals
Corequisites: None
Restrictions:
MSEG 491 SENIOR DESIGN II
This course runs during the second semester of the senior year. At this stage, students will
be able to implement their plans and design processes outlined in Senior Design I. In this
course, students will learn how to investigate materials behavior, properties and processing, by
conducting experiments and simulation work to improve materials performance, processability
and applications. Students will be able to improve their oral and written communication skills
through oral presentations, posters, and project report submissions.
Prerequisites: MSEG 490, Senior Design I
Corequisites: None
Restrictions:
Petroleum Engineering (PEEG)
PEEG 214 RESERVOIR ROCK PROPERTIES
This course provides theoretical introduction to basic rock properties and their core-based
measurements in the laboratory. Reservoir rock properties determined by conventional core
analysis and special core analysis will be covered. It will be discussed how to obtain reliable core
analysis data and the specific topics addressed include porosity and permeability, Darcy’s
law and its applications/limitations, fluid saturations, wettability, capillary pressure, relative
permeability, resistivity, compressibility and the effect of internal and external forces on rock
physical properties.
Pre-requisites: ENGR 101
Co-requisites: PEEG 215
Restrictions: None
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PEEG 215 RESERVOIR ROCK PROPERTIES LABORATORY
This course is a laboratory component of the PEEG 214 reservoir rock properties course. It
consists of practical laboratory sessions during which students conduct core analysis experiments
measurements on the reservoir rock samples under both ambient and reservoir conditions,
using state of the art equipment. The reservoir rock properties measured include porosity, air
permeability, liquid permeability, saturation porosity, porous plate capillary pressure, rock and
brine resistivity, brine density using a pycnometer, sieve analysis for grain size distribution and
relative permeability. Students are also familiarized with the basic tools and equipment used
and their safe operating procedures during the practical sessions. Students also compile the
experimental data, present them graphically and analyze the data. Students work in groups of 4,
but each student is expected to submit an independent technical lab report for each experiment
performed.
Restrictions: None
PEEG 216 RESERVOIR FLUID PROPERTIES
This course covers the basic characterization of reservoir fluids, their properties, and their
measurement. Topics covered include phase behavior, density, saturation pressures, gas-oil
ratios, shrinkage, viscosity and the compositional analysis of oil, gas, and brine. The importance
and challenges of obtaining representative fluid samples are discussed in detail. Utilization of the
data for reservoir management and reservoir modeling will also be introduced.
Pre-requisites: MEEG 222, ENGR 101
Restrictions: None
PEEG 217 RESERVOIR FLUID PROPERTIES LABORATORY
The laboratory sessions of this course cover a range of experimental work on fluid samples,
known as pressure-volume-temperature study, which give students a basic understanding of how
laboratory data are obtained and the factors that influence their reliability. Most of the experiments
are performed using real oil and gas samples. Twelve experiments are designed to help students
understand the principals and laws governing reservoir fluid behavior that are discussed in theory
(PEEG 216).
Restrictions: None
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PEEG 252 MECHANICS OF MATERIALS FOR PETROLEUM ENGINEERING
This course provides introduction to Statics and selection of the most important topics in Strength
of Materials with emphasis on geomaterials. Forces and force couples, force system resultants,
free body diagrams, equations of equilibrium, and internal/external forces are introduced first and
then applied to problems of stress analysis in various structural members and rocks, considering
successively axial loading, torsion and pure bending. The concept of stress tensor is introduced,
relations between stress and strain in brittle and ductile materials explained and the significance
of elastic parameters highlighted. Stress transformation equations are also covered and students
are introduced to laboratory methods of measuring rock strength. Practical examples of stress
analysis are given in the context of structural members, wellbores and boreholes, and the concept
of failure criterion is introduced using Mohr-Coulomb failure criterion as an example. This course
is required for all Petroleum Engineering majors.
Pre-requisites: MATH 161, PHYS 191
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
PEEG 314 WELL LOGGING
This course introduces the various well logging methods, tools and their principles of operation
with emphasis on the relationship between measurements and reservoir petrophysical properties.
Conditions and limitations for applications of various logs are discussed. Graphical and analytical
methods used to determine formation composition, contents, and its potential for production are
developed and applied. Computer and commercial software packages are used to handle data,
create graphs and log traces, and determine reservoir parameters.
Pre-requisites: PHYS 241, PEEG 214
Restrictions: None
PEEG 315 RESERVOIR CHARACTERIZATION
Reservoir Characterization course is, in fact, part I of reservoir simulation technology path in
the PetroleumEngineering Program at PI. The students will be learning about reservoir static
modeling through this course (PEEG 315) in the junior level and then they will be introduced to
reservoir dynamic modeling leveraging from the course Reservoir Simulation (PEEG 435) in the
senior level. The need to have a clear vision of the reservoir and be able to mimic this vision in
physical, mathematical or numerical sense, enables reservoir engineers to understand the principal
qualities of the reservoir and analyze its behavior under various production and EOR scenarios.
This course will introduce the student to reservoir characterization, the need for synergy between
disciplines, and to different modeling approaches, techniques and methods, currently used in the
oil industry for building a geological or static model. In the lab part of this course, the student will
have the opportunity to use software modeling tools (options are: Irap RMS, Petrel, GSLIB etc), to
build the reservoir in 3D, with devoted recognition to structure, facies distributions, petrophysical
properties and fluid distributions. Heterogeneity of the reservoir and fault pattern layout is a
major modeling issue to be discussed. With professional tutoring and supervision, the student
will be able to perform a series of exercises that lead them to walk through the workflow process
and, eventually, at the end of the course, the student will be able to generate an upscaled model
ready to be used in the subsequent flow simulation course (senior level).
Pre-requisites: PEEG 216, PEEG 314, PGEG311
Co-requisites: None Restrictions: None Lecture/Lab/Credit: 3:2:3
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PEEG 321 DRILLING ENGINEERING I
This is an introductory level drilling course which introduces rotary drilling process and basic
drilling rig components to the students who have no prior knowledge on oil well drilling technology.
Hands on practical sessions with the help of drilling simulators will be used to practice basic drilling
operations as well as popular well control procedures. At the end of the course the students
should be able to assess formation pressures and fracture strengths; design mud programs and
casing shoe depths; design basic components of a drilling rig to meet a given objective; select
the most suitable operational parameters for some key drilling equipment; and finally, be familiar
with popular drilling problems such as well control, stuck pipe, etc.
Pre-requisites: PEEG 252
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
PEEG 324 DRILLING ENGINEERING II
This is an advanced level drilling course designed for students who have prior knowledge of
drilling fundamentals. The course covers a range of topics from drill bits and tubular design,
to drilling fluids and cementing. Upon completing this course, the students should be able to
know IADC classification of drill bits, identify drill bits to meet given tasks, select bit operating
parameters, select casing grades for a given well data, formulate and analyze drilling fluids and
finally design cement job to meet a given objective. The class meets two hours per week.
Co-requisites: PEEG 325, MEEG 302
Restrictions: None
PEEG 325 DRILLING ENGINEERING II LABORATORY
This course consists of practical laboratory sessions in which students prepare drilling fluid samples
and conduct a wide range of experimental measurements of the properties of the samples, under
both ambient and reservoir conditions. The properties measured include Density, Rheology, Fluid
Loss, Solid Content, Lubricity Characteristics, Drilling Fluid Contamination test, and Chemical
Analysis Test, among others. The objective of this course is to familiarize the students with the
basic tools and techniques to conduct experiments to measure properties of drilling fluids, using
the appropriate safe operating procedures. Students also compile experimental data, present
them graphically and also analyze them to explain some drilling related problems. A technical
report is submitted for each experiment performed.
Restrictions: None
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PEEG 331 RESERVOIR ENGINEERING I
This course presents the students with the derivation and application of zero dimensions reservoir
models for reservoir management and performance prediction. Rock and fluid data requirements
of these models are reviewed. Volumetric calculation methods for determination of oil and/or gas
initial in-place are given. The subject of oil or gas initial and remaining reserve will be introduced,
in relation with initial hydrocarbon in place through the concept of unit recovery, recovery
efficiency and recovery factor. The course will also present the different types of hydrocarbon
reservoirs, with its possible oil and gas drive mechanisms. The material balance equations are
given and tailored for both volumetric and water drive gas reservoirs and for depletion, gas-cap
drive, water drive and/or gravity segregation drives oil reservoirs. The reservoir performance of
gas condensate reservoirs is also explained. The course will be supported by hands-on problems,
and practical field examples.
Pre-requisites: PEEG 214 or PGEG 381, PEEG 216, MEEG 302
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
PEEG 334 RESERVOIR ENGINEERING II
In this course, key reservoir parameters required to calculate recovery factor, mobilization,
displacement & sweep efficiencies, fractional flow analysis, and heterogeneity & gravity
segregation interaction and their influence on displacement/recovery are fully covered. General
principles relating to volumetric sweep that should be considered in planning EOR processes are
reviewed. Principles of mobility control applicable to the development of oil/gas fields are also
introduced. Unsteady-state water influx as related to production strategy is thoroughly discussed.
Fundamentals of numerical dynamic reservoir simulation are also a major part of the course.
Pre-requisites: PEEG 331, MATH 261
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
PEEG 341 COMPLETION AND WORKOVER
The course presents a review of well completion and workover techniques. The objectives and
optimum solutions of well completions for different field conditions are discussed including
technical and economic considerations. The design of the tubing string, the most important
downhole equipment of any hydrocarbon well, is discussed in detail. The ways of opening the
formation for production are detailed and the different types of perforating oil and gas wells
are analyzed. Workover procedures including remedial cementing, well stimulation methods are
studied along with the required design procedures.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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PEEG 342 PRODUCTION FACILITIES
This course covers the description, applications, design, analysis and operational problems
of surface production facilities. Topics include two-phase & three-phase separation, emulsion
treatment, desalting, oil stabilization, water treatment, gas dehydration and sweetening, and
storage and transportation.
Co-requisites: MEEG302/CHEG 302 or CHEG 351 or MEEG 354
Restrictions: None
PEEG 397 PETROLEUM ENGINEERING INTERNSHIP
Students are assigned to a variety of ADNOC’s operating companies where they will work on
short- duration projects allowing them to apply the acquired knowledge from the PI, gain practical
experience and become acquainted with the industry’s working environment. Each student is
required to submit a written report and deliver a presentation on his work assignment.
Pre-requisites: Senior year standing in PEEG with at least of 90 credit hours and CGPA > 2.0
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: Students enrolled in PEEG 397 cannot register for additional courses
PEEG 420 WELL TREATMENT
This course discusses the causes of production impairment and methods of improving well
productivity using established well treatment methodologies. Two important area of a production
system will be covered, the near wellbore formation (formation damage issues) and the production
system (wellbore to separator, flow assurance issues). Topics include loss of productivity due to
formation damage, asphaltene, wax and inorganic solid deposition along with detail mitigation
methods. The course will also cover chemical based treatment methods to control/shut-off
excessive water and gas production and injection water profile control. A significant part of
the course will focus on diagnosis of problem, selection and application of chemicals, tools and
hardware and designing specific well treatment operations.
Pre-requisites: PEEG 341, Senior year Standing in PE
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
PEEG 423 HORIZONTAL AND MULTILATERAL WELL TECHNOLOGY
This is a comprehensive course designed to familiarize petroleum-engineering students with the
benefits and design of horizontal and multilateral wells. The topics covered include key details of
drilling and completion of horizontal and multilateral wells, such as planning, drilling, surveying,
tubular selection, failure analysis, cutting transport, hole-stability, cementing, centralizer spacing,
etc. Students work on design examples and utilize a number of popular industry software
packages.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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PEEG424 UNDERBALANCED DRILLING TECHNOLOGY
This course is designed to familiarize students with the five popular UBD techniques. These are
Air/Natural Gas Drilling, Mist Drilling, Foam Drilling, Gasified Liquid Drilling and Flow Drilling.
Benefits and limitations of each technique along with the design principles and operational
procedures are discussed. Common problems pertinent to each technique and recommended
procedures are also discussed.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
PEEG 425 PRESSURE CONTROL
This course is designed to introduce fundamental well control principles, procedures as well
as well control equipment to the students who have completed their basic drilling engineering
courses. In this course, students will learn concepts of formation pressure, static and dynamic
well bore pressures; primary and secondary well control. They will be introduced well control
principles procedures. The topics will cover, shut in procedures; kick circulation procedures; well
control equipment will and finally, how to recognize and alleviate kick circulation problems. The
course is designed to give students hands on training with the help of PI Drilling Simulators.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
PEEG 436 WELL TESTING
This course will address theoretical development of flow equations governing well testing in oil
and gas wells. A formulation of flow equations in dimensionless form will be introduced. Line
Source Analytical solutions of flow equations will be covered concentrating on semilog analysis.
The principle of superposition will also be discussed. Deviation from the idealized model will be
addressed and type curve solutions of the flow equations will be reviewed. The course will also
cover oil and gas well testing techniques. Practical aspects of pressure analysis will be highlighted.
A term project of the course will involve interpreting real well testing data using commercial well
testing software.
Pre-requisites: PEEG 314, PEEG 331, MATH 261
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
PEEG 437 NATURAL GAS ENGINEERING
This course covers gas reservoirs rock and fluid Properties, including Darcy and non-Darcy
flow phenomena near gas wells. Gas reserves estimation using linearized MBE and Decline
Curve Analysis will be evaluated. Decline curves analysis of Fetkovich, Palacio and Blasingame
and Agarwal and Gardner will be studied. Gas flow and gas well testing to evaluate reservoir
characteristics will be covered, considering the pressure solution; p2 solution, Real Gas Pseudo
Pressure solutions of the gas transient flow equation. Deliverability of gas wells will be determined
using Multi-Rate draw down testing, flow after flow testing, Isochronal Testing, and Modified
Isochronal Testing. Finally, Prediction of Future Performance and Ultimate Recovery form gas
reservoirs will be studied.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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PEEG 443 PRODUCTION SYSTEMS DESIGN AND ANALYSIS
This course utilizes Nodal Analysis techniques for the design and performance analysis of the
production system starting from the formation up to the production separator. Topics include
inflow performance relationships, multiphase flow in horizontal, vertical and inclined pipes,
overall well performance evaluation considering various nodes within the production system,
and applications to design and analysis situations. In addition to applications to flowing wells,
the application of NODAL analysis methods is discussed to the most important two versions of
artificial lift techniques: gas lifting and production by electrical submersible pumps.
Pre-requisites: PEEG 331, PEEG 341
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
PEEG445 PRODUCTION ENHANCEMENT
This course discusses the causes of production impairment and methods of improving well
productivity. Topics include loss of productivity due to formation damage, solids deposition,
excessive water and gas production, and bottlenecks in the production system; and production
enhancement by matrix treatments, remedial cementing and production profile control. Debottlenecking of the production system through Nodal analysis of the production system is also
covered.
Pre-requisites: PEEG 341, PEEG 443
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
PEEG 456 PETROLEUM RELATED ROCK MECHANICS
This course covers the basic rock mechanics principles and topics such as nature of rock, rock
deformability and rock stress, engineering properties of rocks from laboratory testing, and the
effect of factors such as pore pressure, temperature and time on rock behavior. Scale effects,
rock strength, brittle and ductile failure and mathematical approaches to stress-strain analysis in
rocks, including stress transformations and constitutive representation of rock behavior, will be
discussed. Several typical petroleum engineering applications such as calculations of borehole
stresses, borehole stability analysis and reservoir compaction, will be given.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
PEEG 460 PETROLEUM ECONOMICS AND RISK ANALYSIS
The objective of this course is designed to develop the expertise of petroleum engineering students
in the area of petroleum economics and risk/uncertainty analyses and their relation to decision
making process in the petroleum industry. It introduces students to the concept of business
economics implemented in modern petroleum industry. This approach improves students’ skills
to utilize all available information about the reservoir and other related economies in depicting a
realistic projection of the reservoir worth and the changes of business success.
Pre-requisites: H&SS 251
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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PEEG490 PETROLEUM ENGINEERING DESIGN PROJECT I
Capstone design experience in Petroleum engineering. The course focuses on team-oriented
design projects involving Petroleum Production, Well drilling, Oil recovery or related design.
Students participate in a design process that incorporates realistic engineering constraints such
as applicability in the oil field and economics, as well as issues dealing with safety and ethics.
Pre-requisites: Senior standing in Petroleum Engineering, PEEG 321, PEEG 331
Restrictions: Open to Petroleum Engineering students only
PEEG491 PETROLEUM ENGINEERING DESIGN PROJECT II
Capstone design experience in petroleum engineering. The course focuses on team-oriented
design projects involving Petroleum Production, Well drilling, Oil recovery or related design.
Students participate in a design process that incorporates realistic engineering constraints such
as applicability in the oil field and economics, as well as issues dealing with safety and ethics.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
PEEG 293/393/493 SPECIAL TOPICS IN PETROLEUM ENGINEERING
Restrictions: PEEG 293 is open to Sophomore students and above, PEEG 393 is open to Junior
students and above, PEEG 493 is open to Senior students only
PEEG 394/494 RESEARCH TOPICS IN PETROLEUM ENGINEERING
Restrictions: PEEG 394 is open to Junior students and above, PEEG 494 is open to Senior students
only
PEEG 396/496 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN PETROLEUM ENGINEERING
Restrictions: CGPA: 3.0, PEEG 396 is open to Junior students and above, PEEG 496 is open to
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Petroleum Geosciences (PGEG)
Concentration in Petroleum Geophysics
PGEG 210 EARTH MATERIALS
This course introduces the fundamentals of mineralogy, including systematic chemistry and
crystallography and physical and optical properties of minerals, emphasizing the carbonate
group and silicate minerals. Students learn to use the petrographic microscope and to describe
and identify a variety of rock-forming minerals in hand samples and petrographic thin- sections.
Pre-requisites: PGEG 221 and CHEM 102
Co-requisites: PGEG210L
Restrictions: None
PGEG 220 GEOLOGY OF THE MIDDLE EAST
This course covers application of the principles of stratigraphy and age dating methods, first
introduced in Introduction to Geology and Geophysics. The course introduces biologic evolution
theory and covers the evolution of Earth’s atmosphere and biosphere. The emphasis of the course
is on the tectonic, stratigraphic, and geographic evolution of the Middle East, and particularly
on paleo-environments, facies, and tectonic setting of UAE reservoir intervals. The principles of
basin analysis, including the formation of organic-rich rocks and maturation of hydrocarbons, are
introduced.
Pre-requisites: PGEG 221
Co-requisites: PGEG 220L Geology of the Middle East Laboratory for Petroleum Geosciences
Undergraduate Students
Restrictions: None
PGEG 220L GEOLOGY OF THE MIDDLE EAST LABORATORY
During this course students will apply biostratigraphy, chronostratigraphy, paleogeography and
rock identification techniques to understand the geological evolution of the Middle East and to
interpret the depositional environment of UAE reservoir formation. The course includes at least
one all-day field trip.
Co-requisites: PGEG 220 Geology of the Middle East
Restrictions: None
PGEG 221 INTRODUCTION TO GEOLOGY AND GEOPHYSICS
An introduction to geology and geophysics, emphasizing the process that form and
shape Earth, petroleum geology, and geophysics, and the geology of the UAE and the Middle East.
Course topics include: origin of minerals and rocks; seismology; Earth’s gravity; geomagnetism;
geologic time; plate tectonics; structural geology; sedimentary transport and the depositional
environments of reservoirs; geo-hazards; hydrology; economic geology. The course includes at
least one all-day field trip.
Co-requisites: PGEG 221L
Restrictions: None
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PGEG 230 GEOLOGICAL MAPS
An ability to read, interpret and apply geological and topographic maps to the Earth System
is fundamental to the Earth Sciences. The accurate collection, recording and interpretation of
high-quality fieldwork data is essential to a geologist’s understanding of Earth processes and
environments. Through the application of practical exercises, students will learn to apply static
two-dimensional representations in order to construct and understand three-dimensional subsurface geometries. Students will learn to employ the primary data-gathering techniques used by
geologists in the field and the reasons for these.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
PGEG 300 MATLAB FOR EARTH SCIENTISTS
The course will introduce algorithms to numerically solve mathematical problems relevant to
earth sciences problems with a focus on numerical methods programming using Matlab. First
the course will cover the basics of Matlab operating environment and language for computing
and plotting. It will be followed by solving non-linear algebraic equations, systems of linear
equations, linear curve fitting, polynomial curve fitting, finite differences, numerical integration
and differentiation and finally basic applications to earth sciences problems.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
PGEG 311 SEDIMENTARY PETROLOGY
Sedimentary Petrology is concerned with the origin of sediment and sedimentary rock. The course
covers sedimentary processes, facies, and diagenesis. Emphasis is on petrographic analysis of
microfacies and diagenesis and on carbonate reservoirs and source rocks. Students learn how to
characterize reservoirs using limited subsurface information from petrographic thin sections and
cores. The course includes a
four-day field trip.
Restrictions: None
PGEG 321 STRUCTURAL GEOLOGY
Structural geology is the study of deformed rock. The course deals with the range of structures
produced in rock by deformation; with the role of structures in trapping petroleum and their
effect on production; and with application of structural methods in E & P. Course topics include
stress and strain; rheological behavior of rock; effects of time, temperature, and pressure on
deformation; kinematic and dynamic analysis of deformed rock; the origin and me cha n is m s of
fractures, faults, and folds; structural interpretation from seismic reflection, well, and other E&P
data; mapping of subsurface structures from industry data; regional structural geology of the
UAE. The course includes one three-day field trip.
Pre-requisites: PGEG 221, PGEG 230, PHYS 191
Restrictions: None
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PGEG 323 REMOTE SENSING FOR EARTH SCIENCES APPLICATIONS & GIS
The course covers the basic principles and essential skills of remote sensing using image
visualization, processing and GIS (Geographical Information System) for geological and/or
environmental mapping. After completing the course, students should understand the physical
principles of remote sensing and be familiar with the major remote sensing satellites and datasets.
The students will learn the basic skills of image visualization, processing, interpretation and
data manipulation for mapping. The course emphasizes the use of satellite images as essential
information source for fieldwork.
Pre-requisites: ENGR101, MATH 212, PHYS 241
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
PGEG 331 IGNEOUS AND METAMORPHIC PETROLOGY
An overview of igneous and metamorphic rocks as a background for discussing their origin
and distribution in relation to plate tectonics. Course topics include rocks and Earth structure,
structures, textures, chemistry, and mineralogy of igneous rocks; phase rule and phase diagrams;
origin and movement of magmas; metamorphism and metamorphic rock texture, structures and
mineralogy, metamorphic facies and metamorphic phase diagrams.
Restrictions: None
PGEG 341 PALEONTOLOGY
Paleontology is the study of past life. The course covers the application of taxonomic procedures
to the identification of fossils and the application of paleontology in paleo-environmental and
bio-stratigraphic analysis. Students learn about the fundamental morphology, modes of life,
evolutionary trends, and time ranges of major macrofossil and microfossil groups. Emphasis is on
fossil types that are important in the analysis and interpretation of petroleum reservoirs of the
Middle East. The course includes at least one all- day field trip.
Restrictions: None
PGEG 351 PETROLEUM GEOPHYSICS
The course provides an introduction to the principles and methods involved in modern geophysical
petroleum exploration. The course concentrates on physical principles and interpretation of
seismic surveying and its application to petroleum exploration. Gravity, magnetics, electrical, and
electromagnetic principles and survey techniques are covered, but in less detail. Students will
learn about the equipment used, typical fieldwork design, numerical data corrections, and data
processing for each survey method. The course includes at least three all-day field trips.
Pre-requisites: PGEG 221, PHYS 241
Restrictions: None
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PGEG 361 SEDIMENTOLOGY AND STRATIGRAPHY
Stratigraphy instructs in the sedimentological and stratigraphic methods used to analyze
and interpret sedimentary sequences. Students will learn to interpret physical processes and
depositional environments from sedimentary structures and textures, and to apply sequence
stratigraphic methods to interpret and model facies and sedimentary basin evolution. The course
incorporates modern and ancient examples from the Middle East, particularly from the UAE. The
course includes five days of fieldwork.
Restrictions: None
PGEG 371 DATA ANALYSIS AND GEOSTATISTICS
This course introduces the conceptual basics of statistical analysis of geoscience data, and instructs
students in how to apply statistical methods including geostatistics to interpret geoscience data
and solve petroleum geoscience problems. Course topics include graphical representations,
univariate statistics, probability, normal distributions, statistical inference, analysis of variance,
bivariate correlation and regression analysis, directional data, circular statistics, Markov analysis,
event series and time series analysis, analysis of spatially distributed data, trend surface analysis,
kriging, and multivariate methods.
Pre-requisites: PGEG 221, MATH 212
Restrictions: None
PGEG 381 ROCK MECHANICS AND RESERVOIRS
This course builds on material introduced in PGEG 321 and provides theoretical and practical
introduction to basic physical and mechanical rock properties and their core-based measurements.
Selected reservoir rock properties such as porosity, permeability, saturations, capillary pressures
and relative permeability are introduced first. Then topics such as nature of rock, rock deformability,
brittle and ductile behavior, rock stresses, stress transformations, rock strength and failure and
rock testing methods are discussed. Concepts introduced in the classroom are reinforced through
laboratory sessions.
Restrictions: None
PGEG 397 FIELD PETROLEUM GEOLOGY
Field Petroleum Geology is concerned with the study of lithologies and structures in the field.
The course addresses vertical and horizontal variability in depositional facies and physical
characteristics in reservoirs in three dimensions, and shows how physical variability affects
petroleum capacity, flow, and production. Attention is paid to post-depositional diagenetic
processes and their effect on reservoir evolution. Students make geological and petrophysical
measurement of time and facies-equivalents to UAE carbonate reservoirs. The course includes
two periods of two weeks of fieldwork, each followed by one week of data integration and report
writing at the Petroleum Institute.
Pre-requisites: PGEG 361, PGEG 321, PGEG 230
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: Students enrolled in PGEG 397 cannot register for additional courses
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PGEG 398 GEOPHYSICS INTERNSHIP
Students are assigned to a variety of ADNOC’s operating companies or geophysical service
companies where they will work on short-duration projects allowing them to apply the acquired
knowledge from the PI, gain practical experience and become acquainted with the industry’s
working environment. Each student is required to submit a written report and deliver a presentation
on his/her work assignment.
Pre-requisites: PGEG 351; PGEG 361; PGEG 411; CGPA > 2.0
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: Students enrolled in PEEG 398 cannot register for additional courses Lecture/Lab/
Credit: 0:0:3
PGEG 400 SEISMIC DATA ACQUISITION AND PROCESSING
This course provides an introduction to 2D and 3D seismic data acquisition and processing for
land and marine surveys. It will introduce an overview of seismic data acquisition for both land
and marine environments. However the course will concentrate on processing reflection seismic
data to produce a geologically interpretable seismic volume. This will be achieved through a
comprehensive seismic data processing stream that will take the seismic data from the field to
the final migrated volume. An introduction to advanced and modern techniques of seismic data
processing to further enhance the seismic image will be covered.
Pre-requisite: MATH 261, PEEG 300, PGEG 411
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
PGEG 401 PETROPHYSICS AND LOGGING
This course presents the physical principles of well logging. PGEG 401 introduces students
to geophysical measurements made under borehole and lab conditions. The course also
demonstrates methods to correlate geophysical measurements and rock properties and prepares
students to perform basic well log and core data interpretation. The course covers concepts of
rock properties and their application in the oil industry; lab measurements of rock properties
(porosity, permeability, density, resistivity, fluid saturation); lithology logs, porosity logs, fluid
saturation and permeability estimation from well logs; and full well log interpretation. The course
refers to rock mechanics from core and well log data.
Pre-requisite: PEEG 216, PEEG 217, PGEG 371, PGEG 361
Restrictions: None
PGEG 410 RESERVOIR GEOPHYSICS
The course provides an introduction to reservoir geophysics with emphasis on carbonate reservoirs.
The course concentrates on the integration of seismic data, well data, and petrophysical data.
Various aspects of the traditional approach of exploration geophysics as well as modern aspects
of reservoir geophysics will be covered.
Pre-requisite: PGEG 351, PGEG 400
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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PGEG 411 REFLECTION SEISMOLOGY
The most important method for finding and investigating reservoirs on a large scale is reflection
seismology. This course covers the fundamental wave theory that is the basis for the method, and
the seismic data acquisition, processing, and display techniques in such a way that one can
map the underground and describe its characteristics. The course has a significant theoretical
component, and includes class exercises using seismic software and display systems on realworld seismic data. A major component of the course is to design, acquire data, and interpret a
seismic reflection survey. The course requires fieldwork.
Pre-requisite: PGEG 351, PGEG 371
Restrictions: None
PGEG 412 SEISMIC REFLECTION INTERPRETATION
The course covers principles and practices of seismic reflection interpretation. Course topics
include: seismic interpretation theory and principles; picking wavelets; well to seismic ties;
synthetic seismograms; fault identification; time-to-depth conversion; seismic stratigraphy;
3D seismic interpretation; seismic fracture analysis and interpretation; and seismic attributes.
Students will learn how to interpret varieties of processed seismic data using seismic data
interpretation software. Emphasis is on interpretation of carbonate strata.
Pre-requisite: PGEG 411
Co-requisite: PGEG 412L, PGEG 461
Restrictions: None
PGEG 413 MICROPALEONTOLOGY
Micropaleontology is the study of microscopic fossil organisms. This course offers an overview
of the most common microfossil groups. Identification techniques, stratigraphic distribution
of the major microfossil groups and their relation with the sedimentary environments will be
explained. The applications and uses of each microfossil group (biostratigraphy, paleogeography,
paleoenvironmental and paleoclimatic reconstructions) will be explained. Emphasis will be given
on shallow-marine unicellular microorganisms of the Mesozoic and Cenozoic.
Pre-requisite: PGEG 341
Co-requisite: None
Restrictions: None
PGEG 451 ENVIRONMENTAL GEOLOGY
This course deals with how people interact with Earth’s natural systems. Environment profoundly
controls social and economic systems but, simultaneously, humans are major agents of geologic
change. The course covers natural hazards, landscape and soil characteristics, groundwater,
surface water, climate change, and ethics of environmental issues, emphasizing the environment
and environmental issues of the UAE. The course includes a one-day field trip.
Pre-requisites: PGEG 221, CHEM 102
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
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PGEG 461 RESERVOIR CHARACTERIZATION PROJECT
The course introduces and applies the principles and practices used to characterize petroleum
reservoirs using core, structural, seismic, petrographic, and petrophysical data. Emphasis is on
depositional geometries, petrophysical properties, and compartmentalization of carbonate
reservoirs. Much of the coursework involves characterizing and designing a model of a UAE
reservoir integrating multiple datasets.
Co-requisites: PGEG 412, PGEG 461L
Restrictions: None
PGEG 471 PETROLEUM SYSTEMS PROJECT
This course involves completion of a project in the student’s area of interest in some area of
petroleum geology or geophysics. Students must arrange for supervision from an instructor
and the project must be approved by the Petroleum Geosciences Program. The course consists
mostly of independent project work.
Pre-requisites: PGEG 401, PGEG 411, STPS 251
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
PGEG 293/393/493 SPECIAL TOPICS IN PETROLEUM GEOSCIENCES
Pre-requisites: To be determined by the program
Co-requisites: To be determined by the program
Restrictions: PGEG 293 is open to Sophomore students and above, PGEG 393 is open to
Junior students and above, PGEG 493 is open to Senior students only
Lecture/Lab/Credit: 1-4 credit hours, variable dependent on credit hours.
PGEG 394/494 RESEARCH TOPICS IN PETROLEUM GEOSCIENCES
Restrictions: PGEG 394 is open to Junior students and above, PGEG 494 is open to Senior
students only
Lecture/Lab/Credit: 1-4 credit hours, variable dependent on credit hours.
PGEG 396/496 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN PETROLEUM GEOSCIENCES
Restrictions: CGPA: 3.0, PGEG 396 is open to Junior students and above, PGEG 496 is open to
Lecture/Lab/Credit: 1-6 credit hours dependent on credit hours.
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Physics (PHYS)
PHYS 060 INTRODUCTION TO UNIVERSITY PHYSICS
PHYS 060 is a developmental course that addresses essential skills needed for success in PHYS
191. The curriculum is designed to be student-centered with an emphasis on guided inquiry. The
course focuses on the development of concepts involving everyday phenomena. Course activities
help students develop representations, qualitative and quantitative problem solving skills.
Students who are recommended to enroll in this course are identified through their performance
on the PI placement test.
Pre-requisites: MATH060 or Placement Test
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
Lecture/Studio Credit: 2:4:4 (Credits not counted toward graduation)
PHYS 191 PHYSICS I – MECHANICS
This is a first university course in physics that covers the basic principles of mechanics using vectors
and calculus. The fundamental concepts are presented as well as applications of kinematics and
kinetics of particles and solid bodies, including Newton’s Laws, energy and momentum principles,
oscillations and waves.
Pre-requisites: MATH 111 and (PHYS060 or Placement Test)
Restrictions: None
Lecture/Studio Credit: 2:4:4
PHYS 241 PHYSICS II - ELECTROMAGNETISM AND OPTICS
This is a continuation of PHYS 191 (Physics I – Mechanics). The course introduces students to the
fundamental laws of electricity and magnetism, electromagnetic devices, the electromagnetic
behavior of materials, applications to simple circuits, electromagnetic radiation, and an
introduction to optical phenomena.
Pre-requisites: MATH 161, PHYS 191
Restrictions: None
Lecture/Studio Credit: 2:4:4
PHYS 341 MODERN PHYSICS WITH APPLICATIONS
This course aims to instill in the student an appreciation of the concepts and methods of
twentiethcentury Physics, and to link this with insight into modern technological applications
including lasers, light polarization techniques, radioactive dating, activation analysis, nuclear
medicine, and semiconductor devices. The fundamental link between experiment and theory is
stressed and discussed throughout and students will achieve a broader perspective about the
empirical basis of modern Physics. Topics to be covered include the radiation and propagation of
electromagnetic waves, the theory of special relativity, and the wave-particle duality of photons
and ‘material’ particles.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
Lecture/Lab/Credit: 3:Variable:3144
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PHYS 393 SPECIAL TOPICS IN PHYSICS (INTRODUCTION TO NANOPHYSICS AND
NANOTECHNOLOGY)
This is an introduction to the key concepts and principles of the emerging field of Nanotechnology.
The course is intended for a multidisciplinary audience. It will introduce topics such as size and
scale dependent properties of Nanostructures, their synthesis, fabrication and characterization
using Scanning Electron Microscopy (SEM), Transmission Electron Microscopy (TEM), and Atomic
Force Microscopy (AFM). Special focus will be given to nanoscale-devices and their engineering
applications.
Co-requisites: None
Restrictions: None
PHYS 293/393/493 SPECIAL TOPICS IN PHYSICS
Restrictions: PHYS 293 is open to Sophomore students and above, PHYS 393 is open to Junior
students and above, PHYS 493 is open to Senior students only
PHYS 394/494 RESEARCH TOPICS IN PHYSICS
Restrictions: PHYS 394 is open to Junior students and above, PHYS 494 is open to Senior students
only Lecture/Lab/Credit: 1-4 credits
PHYS 396/496 INDEPENDENT STUDY IN PHYSICS
Restrictions: CGPA: 3.0, PHYS 396 is open to Junior students and above, PHYS 496 is open to
Lecture/Lab/Credit: 1-6 credit
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Directory of the Institute
Governing Board
H.E. Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber
Chairman; C h i e f E x e c u t i v e O f f i c e r , A D N O C
Mr. Abdul Munim Saif Al Kindy
Deputy Chairman (ADCO)
Mr. Ali Rashid Al Jarwan
Member (ADMA)
Mr. Abdul Karim Al Mazmi
Member (BP)
Mr. Andrew Vaughan
Member (SHELL)
Mr. Yosuke Ueda
Member (JODCO)
Mr. Hatem Nusseibeh
Member (TOTAL)
Dr. Nigel Middleton
Member (CSM)
Dr. Thomas Hochstettler
President (PI)
Institutional Advisory Board
President (PI)
Dr. Murray Ross Gray
SVP Academic and Provost (PI)
Mr. Nick Cochrane Dyet
Special Advisor to the Chief Representative (BP)
Dr. Khalid Aziz
Stanford University
Dr. Adel Sedra
University of Waterloo
Dr. Frederic Sarg
Colorado School of Mines
Dr. Frank Bates
University of Minnesota
Dr. Darryll J. Pines
University of Maryland
Mr. Ali Al Shamsi
Director, Strategy and Coordination, ADNOC
Mr. Abdulla Al Minhali
Manager, Gas Processing Directorate, ADNOC
Ms. Aseel Hammodi
Vice President, Talent and Capability, ADCO
Mr. Fareed Abdulla
Senior Vice President, NEB - ADCO
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Institutional Advisory Board
President (PI)
Dr. Murray Ross Gray
SVP Academic and Provost (PI)
Mr. Nick Cochrane Dyet
Special Advisor to the Chief Representative (BP)
Dr. Khalid Aziz
Stanford University
Dr. Adel Sedra
University of Waterloo
Dr. Frederic Sarg
Colorado School of Mines
Dr. Frank Bates
University of Minnesota
Dr. Darryll J. Pines
University of Maryland
Mr. Ali Al Shamsi
Director, Strategy and Coordination, ADNOC
Mr. Abdulla Al Minhali
Manager, Gas Processing Directorate, ADNOC
Ms. Aseel Hammodi
Vice President, Talent and Capability, ADCO
Mr. Fareed Abdulla
Senior Vice President, NEB - ADCO
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Full-Time Faculty
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Abbas, Elrashid Yousif, Ph.D., Omdurman Islamic University, Sudan, 2007, M.A., Khartoum
International Institute for Arabic Language, Sudan, 1990, B.A., Omdurman Islamic University,
Sudan, 1983, Assistant Professor in Arts and Sciences.
Abbedrabo, Soufiane, Ph.D., M.S., New Jersey Institute of Technology, 1998, 1997, B.A., Rutgers
University/NJIT, 1993, Associate Professor in Physics.
Abdeljabbar, Alrazi, Ph.D., University of South Florida, 2012, M.S., B.S., University of Jordan, 1996,
1992, Assistant Professor in Mathematics.
Abdel-Magid, Youssef, Ph.D., M.S., University of Manitoba, 1976, 1972, B.S., Cairo University, 1969,
Professor in Electrical Engineering and Acting Dean of the Graduate School.
Abou Khousa, Mohammed, Ph.D., Missouri University of Science and Technology, 2009, M. Sc.,
Concordia University, 2005, B. Sc., American University of Sharjah, 2003, Assistant Professor in
Electrical Engineering.
Abu Haija, Mohammad, Ph.D., Technical University of Berlin, 2006, M.S., B.S., Yarmouk University,
1997, 1995, Assistant Professor in Chemistry.
Afari, Ernest, Ph.D., Curtin University, 2012, M. Sc., University of British Columbia, 1989, Assistant
Professor in Mathematics.
Agyeman, Kofi, Ph.D., S.M., Massachusetts Institute of Technology, 1976, B.S., University of Ghana,
1970, Professor in Physics.
Ahmad, Jamal, Ph.D., M.S., North Carolina State University, 1993, 1986, B.S., Birzeit University,
1986, Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering.
Ainane, Sami, Ph.D., University of Maryland, 2012, B.S., University of Grenoble, 1980, Associate
Professor in Mechanical Engineering and Head of General Studies.
Al Aasm, Ihsan, Ph.D., University of Ottawa, 1985, M.S., B.S., Baghdad University, 1997, 1974,
Professor in Petroleum Geosciences.
Al Alili, Ali, Ph.D., M.S., University of Maryland, 2012, B.S., Arizona State University, 2006, Assistant
Professor in Mechanical Engineering.
Al Allaf, Mashhad, Ph.D., University of Tennessee, 1995, M.A., B.A., University of Baghdad, 1985,
1981, Associate Professor in Islamic Studies.
AlAmeri, Waleed S., Ph.D., M.Sc., Colorado School of Mines, 2015, 2010, B. Sc., Louisiana State
University, 2006, Assistant Professor in Petroleum Engineering.
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Al-Durra, Ahmed, Ph.D., M.S., B.S., The Ohio State University, 2010, 2007, 2005, Assistant Professor
in Electrical Engineering.
Alfantazi, Akram, Ph.D., M.A. Sc., Queen’s University, 1994, 1991, B. Eng., Laurentian University,
1988, Professor in Chemical Engineering.
Al Hajri, Ebrahim, Ph.D., University of Maryland – College Park, 2009, M.S., University of Colorado
– Denver, 2003, B.S., University of Arizona, 2001, Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering
and Director of External Relations and Collaboration.
Al Hammadi, Khalid, Ph.D., North Carolina State University, 2006, M.S., Vanderbilt University,
1998, B.S., United Arab Emirates University, 1992, Assistant Professor in Electrical Engineering.
Al Hanai, Mariam, M.S., Marquette University, 1984, B.S., Universidad Metropolitana, 1977, Lecturer
in Mathematics.
Alhassan, Saeed, Ph.D., Case Western Reserve University, 2011, M.S., Colorado School of Mines,
2006, B.E., Vanderbilt University, 2003, Assistant Professor in Chemical Engineering and GRC
Director.
Al Hosani, Khalifa, Ph.D., The Ohio State University, 2011, M.S., B.S., University of Notre Dame,
2007, 2005, Assistant Professor in Electrical Engineering and Director of Internship.
Ali, Mohammed, Ph.D., Oxford University, 2003, M.S., University of Birmingham, 1998, B.S.,
University of Wales, 1997, Assistant Professor in Petroleum Geosciences.
Alifu, Alip Mohamed, Ph.D., Free University of Berlin, 2002, Assistant Professor in Mathematics.
Allison, David, Ph.D., Teesside Polytechnic, 1986, M.S., University of Kent, 1981, B.S., University of
London, 1979, Assistant Professor in Mathematics.
Allred, Jessica, M.S., City College of New York, 2011, B.A., Brigham Young University, 2006,
Lecturer in English.
Al Kobaisi, Mohammed, Ph.D., M.S., B.S., Colorado School of Mines, 2010, 2005, 2000, Assistant
Professor in Petroleum Engineering.
Al Mansoori, Ali, Ph.D., Imperial College London, 2006, B.S., Florida Institute of Technology,
2002, Associate Professor in Chemical Engineering and Dean of Engineering.
Al Marzouqi, Hasan, Ph.D., Georgia Institute of Technology, 2014, M.Sc., B.Sc., Vanderbilt
University, 2006, 2004, Assistant Professor in Electrical Engineering.
Almaskari, Fahad, Ph.D., M.Sc., University of Manchester, 2010, 2004, B.Sc., University of Arizona,
2003, Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering.
Al Sawalhi, Jamal, Ph.D., M.S., B. S., Purdue University, 2014, 2011, 2009, Assistant Professor in
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Al Sayari, Naji, Ph.D., University of Manchester, 2011, Assistant Professor in Electrical Engineering.
Al Shami, Abdullah, Ph.D., University of Manchester, 1992, I.L.M., I.L.B., Islamic University of
Muhammad Bin Saud, 1986, 1983, Professor in Islamic Studies.
Alshehhi, Mohamed, Ph.D., University of Maryland – College Park, 2009, M.Sc., University of
Colorado – Denver, 2003, B.S., University of Arizona, 2001, Assistant Professor in Mechanical
Engineering and Director of Strategic Planning.
Al Shoaibi, Ahmed, Ph.D., M.S., Colorado School of Mines, 2008, 2006, B.S., Florida State
University, 2001, Associate Professor in Chemical Engineering and Dean of Academic Affairs.
Alsumaiti, Ali M., Ph.D., M.S., Colorado School of Mines, 2011, 2006, B.S., Case Western Reserve
University, 2003, Assistant Professor in Petroleum Engineering.
Al Suwaidi, Aisha, Ph.D., University of Oxford, 2012, M.S., University of Kansas, 200, B.S., University
of Arizona, 2004, Assistant Professor in Petroleum Geosciences.
Al Wahedi, Khaled, Ph.D., Imperial College London, 2009, M.S., B.S., Case Western Reserve
University, 2000, 1999, Assistant Professor in Electrical Engineering.
Al Wahedi, Yasser, Ph.D., M.Sc., University of Minnesota, 2015, 2012, B.Sc., The Petroleum Institute,
2006, Assistant Professor in Chemical Engineering.
Amer, Saed, Ph.D., Tennessee State University, 2012, Assistant Professor in Arts and Sciences.
Ameur, Ahmed, Lecturer in Mathematics.
Anderson, Alliya, M.A., University of San Francisco, 2007, B.S., Oklahoma State University, 2004,
Andrew, Matthew, M.A., Macquarie University, 2010, B.A., Pennsylvania State University, 1998,
Aoudi, Ziad, M.A., Murdoch University, 2012, B.S., Victoria University, 2000, Lecturer in Chemistry.
Atanas, Jean-Pierre, Ph.D., DEA, Université Pierre et Marie Curie, 1999, 1996, B.Sc., Lebanese
University, 1994, Assistant Professor in Physics.
Aupa’au, Juliana, B.A., Auckland University, 1983, Lecturer in English.
Ayish, Nader, Ph.D., George Mason University, 2003, M.A., University of Houston, 1996, B.A., The
Ohio State University, 1989, Assistant Professor in Communication.
Aynedjian, Hagop, M.S., Université Paul Sabatier – Toulouse III, 2005, “Maitrise”, B.Sc., Université
Saint Joseph, 2003, Lecturer in Physics.
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B
Balfaqeeh, Muna, Ph.D., M.A., University of London (SOAS), 2007, 2003, B.A., United Arab
Emirates University, 1999, Assistant Professor in Communication and Director of the Academic
Bridge Program.
Banat, Fawzi, Ph.D., M.Sc., B. Sc., McGill University, University of Jordan, 1995, 1991, 1988, Professor
in Chemical Engineering and Chair of Chemical Engineering.
Barkat, Braham, Ph.D., Queensland Institute of Technology, 2000, M.S., University of Colorado,
1988, State Engineer, Ecole National Polytechnique d’Alger, 1985, Professor in Electrical Engineering.
Barrow, Mara, M.A., B.A., Monterey Institute of International Studies, 1997, 1996, Lecturer in
English.
Barsoum, Imad, Ph.D., Royal Institute of Technology, Sweden, 2008, M.Sc., University of Utah,
2002, Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering.
Beig, Abdul Rahman, Ph.D., M.E., Indian Institute of Science, 2004, 1998, B.E., Karnataka Regional
Engineering College, 1989, Associate Professor in Electrical Engineering and Deputy Chair of
Belhaj, Hedi, Ph.D., Dalhousie University, 2004, Technical University of Nova Scotia, 1990,
University of Tripoli (previously El-Fateh University), 1982, Associate Professor in Petroleum
Engineering.
Berrouk, Abdallah Sofiane, Ph.D., The University of Manchester, 2007, M.S., University of
Aberdeen, 2003, Men., National Institute of Mechanical Engineering, Boumerdes, 1995, Associate
Professor in Chemical Engineering.
Blouin, Denis, M.S., B. Sc., Laval University, 1989, 1985, Lecturer in Mathematics.
Bouchalkha, Abdellatif, Ph.D., Oklahoma State University, 1993, M.S., Oklahoma State University,
1989, B.S., Central State University, 1986, Associate Professor in Physics and Head of Physics.
Boiko, Igor, D.Sc., Ph.D., M. Sc., Tulsa State University, 2009, 1990, 1984, Professor in Electrical
Engineering.
Bouabid, Ali, Ph.D., M. Sc., University of Virginia, 2013, 2004, M. Sc., B. Sc., Conservatoire des
Arts et Metiers, 1987, 1985, Assistant Professor in General Studies.
Bouzidi, Youcef, Ph.D., University of Alberta, 2003, M.S., Columbia University, 1984, B.S., Algerian
Petroleum Institute, 1980, Associate Professor in Petroleum Geosciences.
Bradley, Curtis, Ph.D., M.A., Rice University, 1997, 1992, B.S., Oregon State University, 1985,
Associate Professor in Physics.
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Brandt, Caroline, Ph.D., University of East Anglia, 2004, M.A., University of Surey, 1996, M.A.
(Hons), University of Edinburgh, 1980, Cambridge ESOL Diploma (DELTA), 1985, Cambridge ESOL
Certificate (CELTA), 1982, Associate Professor in Communication and Head of Communication.
Bruno, Pierre Paolo, Ph.D., University “Federico II”, 1997, M. Sc., Politecnico di Torino, 1992, B. Sc.,
“University “Federico II”, 1988, Assistant Professor in Petroleum Geosciences.
Bouzidi, Yousef, Ph.D., University of Alberta, 2003, M.S., Columbia University, 1984, B.S., Algerian
Petroleum Institute, 1980, Assistant Professor in Petroleum Geosciences.
Burkett, Theodore, M.A., B.A., University of Connecticut, 1997, 1992, Lecturer in English.
Bursiewicz, Virpi, M.A., B. A., University of Jyvaskyla, 1996, Lecturer in English.
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Ceriani, Andrea, Ph.D., M.Sc., University of Pavia, Italy, 2001, 1995, Associate Professor in Petroleum
Geoscience, Deputy Chair, Petroleum Geoscience.
Cerimovic, Meliha, M.A., University of Technolgoy, Sydney, 2008, B.A., University of Sarajevo,
2006, Lecturer in English.
Chandrasekar, Srinivasa, Ph.D., Indian Institute of Technology, 1993, M.S., Coimbatore Institute
of Technology, 1987, Associate Professor in Chemical Engineering.
Clark, John, M. Sc., Curtin University of Technology, 2002, B.A., B. Sc., Victoria University of
Wellington, 1992, 1981, Dipl. Tchg., Christchurch Teachers’ Training College, 1982, Lecturer in
Mathematics.
Corbin, Shari, M.A., Diploma of Applied Linguistics, University of Victoria, BC, 2002, 1996, B.A.
Geography, 1987, Carleton University, Lecturer in English.
Craig, Robert, M.A., University of Essex, 1987, Diploma in Teaching English as a Foreign Language,
Institute of Education, University of London, 1981, Senior Lecturer in Communication.
Cubero, Samuel, Ph.D., University of Southern Queensland, 1998, Assistant Professor in Arts and
Sciences.
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Dallas, Andrea, Ph.D., University of Florida, 2008, M.A., University of Florida, 2004, M.Ed.,
Framingham State College, 2001, B.A., Florida International University, 1999, Assistant Professor
in Communication.
Dalton, David, M.A., University of Sheffield, 1994, B.S., Birmingham University, 1978, Senior
Lecturer in Communication.
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Dean, Kevin, Ph.D., King’s College, 1981, M.S., University of Liverpool, 1978, B.S., University of Hull,
1977, Associate Professor in Physics.
Deveci, Tanju, Ph.D., Ankara University, 2011, M.A., Middle East Technical University, 2003, B.A.,
Ankara University, 1994, Assistant Professor in Communication.
Dib, Khalid, Ph.D., North Dakota State University, 1999, M.S., Eastern New Mexico University, 1992,
B.S., Iowa State University, 1990, Assistant Professor in Mathematics.
Didenko, Andriy, Ph.D., M.S., Odessa National University, 1986, 1978, Assistant Professor in
Mathematics and Head of Mathematics.
Dimmitt, Nicholas, Ph.D., University of Southern California, 1994, M.A., B.A., San Francisco State
University, 1985, 1983, Assistant Professor in Communication.
E
Ehrenberg, Stephen, Ph.D., University of California Los Angeles, 1978, M. Sc., University of
California Davis, 1973, B.A., Occidental College, Professor in Petroleum Geosciences.
Eide, Constance, M.Sc., Aston University, 2011, B.A., St. Olaf College, 1962, Lecturer in English.
El Kadi, Mirella, Ph.D., University of Lausanne, 1993, Higher Studies, University of Lausanne, 1988,
B.S., Lebanese University, 1986, Assistant Professor in Chemistry.
El Sadaany, Ehab Fahmy, Ph.D., University of Waterloo, 1998, M. Sc., B. Sc., Ain Shams University,
1990, 1986, Professor in Electrical Engineering.
Elsharkawy, Adel, Ph.D., Colorado School of Mines, 1990, M.S., B. S., Suez Canal University, 1985,
1978, Professor in Petroleum Engineering.
El Sheakh, Ahmed, Ph.D., M.S., RWTH-Aachen University, 1990, 1983, B.S., Menoufia University,
Senior Lecturer in Computing.
El-Sinawi, Ameen, Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering.
El-Sokkary, Wael, M.A., University of Maryland, 2003, B.A., University of Ain Shams, 1992, Lecturer
in English.
Eveloy, Valerie, Ph.D., Dublin City University, 2003, M.S., National Institute of Applied Science,
1994, DEUG, University of Rennes, 1990, Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering.
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F
Fahmi, Samira, M.S., University of Alberta, 2006, B.A., Ibn Tofail University, 2000, Lecturer in
English.
Fernandes, Ryan, Ph.D., University of Kentucky, 1991, M.S., B.S., University of Bombay, 1981, 1979,
Associate Professor in Mathematics.
Fiorini, Flavia, Ph.D., M.S., University of Modena, 2002, B.S., University of Bologna, 1992, Assistant
G
Garinger, Dawn, M. Ed., B.A., University of Alberta, 1999, 1994, Lecturer in English.
Ghosh, Bisweswar, Ph.D., Nagpur University, India, 1995, M.Sc., IIT, India, 1984, B. Sc. (Hons),
Burdwan University, India, 1981, Associate Professor in Petroleum Engineering.
Goharzadeh, Afshin, Ph.D., University of Le Havre, 2001, M.S., University of Rouen, 1998, B.S.,
University of Le Havre, 1997, Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering.
Gomes, Jorge Salgado, Ph.D., M.Sc., Heriot-Watt University, 2000, 1991, M. Eng., B. Sc., Oporto
University (1982, 1980), PARTEX Chaired Professor in Petroleum Engineering.
Gray, Murray Ross, Ph.D., California Institute of Technology, 1984, M. Eng., University of Calgary,
1980, BaSc (Hons), University of Toronto, 1978, Senior Vice President, Academic and Provost.
Griffiths, Huw, Ph.D., Cardiff University, B. Sc., Polytechnic of Wales, Professor in Electrical
Engineering.
Grigoryan, Anna, M.A., Azusa Pacific University, 2006, B. A., University of California Los Angeles,
2002, Senior Lecturer in Communication.
Guefrachi, Hedi, M.A., University of Edinburgh, 1985, Diploma TEFL, University of Leeds, B.A.,
English, University of Tunis, 1981, Senior Lecturer in English.
Gunaltun, Yves, Ph.D., M.S., Institute Natonal Polytechnique de Grenoble, 1981, 1979, Total Chair
Professor, Professor in Mechanical Engineering.
Gunister, Ebru, Ph.D., M.S., B.S., Istanbul Technical University, 2008, 2004, 1999, Assistant
Gupta, Abhijeet Raj, Ph.D., B. Tech, 2010, 2006, University of Cambridge, United Kingdom,
Assistant Professor in Chemical Engineering.
Gyawali, Parshu Ram, Ph.D., M.A., Kent State University, 2009, 2005, M. Sc., Tribuhaven University,
1992, Assistant Professor in Physics.
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H
Hajsaleh, Jamal, Ph.D., M.Sc., University of North Texas, 1993, 1986, B. Sc., University of Jordan,
1984, Associate Professor in Physics.
Harid, Noureddine, Ph.D., University of Wales, Cardiff UK, 1992, Ingenieur d’Etat, Polytechnic of
Algiers, 1985, Associate Professor in Electrical Engineering.
Haroun, Mohammed, Ph.D., Engineers Degree Petroleum Engineering, M.S., Environmental
Engineering, M.S., Petroleum Engineering, 2009, 2007, 2008, 1998, University of Southern
California, Associate Professor in Petroleum Engineering.
Hasheem, Nabee, M.Sc., B. Sc., Bangalore University, 1983, 1981, Lecturer in Physics.
Hassan, Asli, Ph.D., University of Maryland Baltimore County, 2011, M.A., University of Findlay,
1996, B.A., Marshall University, 1995, Assistant Professor in Communication.
Hatakka, Mary, Ed. D., University of Exeter, 2014, M.A., B.A., University of Helsinki, 1991, 1983,
Lecturer in Communication.
Hayman, Mark, Ph.D., University of Warwick, 2000, M.A., B.A., University of Birmingham, 1990,
1975, Assistant Professor in History.
Hjouj, Fawaz, Ph.D., Southern Illinois University, 2004, M.S., Al-Najah University, 1999, B. S.,
Yarmouk University, 1986, Assistant Professor in Mathematics.
Hochstettler, Thomas, Ph.D., M.A., University of Michigan, 1980, 1970, B.A., Earlham College,
1969, President.
Holcomb, Mark, Assistant Professor in Arts and Sciences.
Holtby, Amy, M.Ed., B.A., University of Alberta, 2010, 2006, Lecturer in English.
Hunaini, Enaam, M.A., Indiana University, 2002, B.A., Lebanese University in Beirut, 1988, Lecturer
in English.
I
Islam, Md. Didarul, Ph.D., M.S., University of the Ryukyus, 2007, 2004, B. Sc., BIT Rajshahi, 1997,
Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering.
J
Jabri-Pickett, Joud, M.A., University of Southern Queensland, 2009, B.A., University of Windsor,
1987, TEFL Certificate, 1990, Lecturer in English.
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Jarrar, Firas, Ph.D., University of Kentucky, 2009, M. Sc., B. Sc., University of Jordan, 2005, 2001,
Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering.
Johnson, Pamela, M.S., University of Pennsylvania, 2008, B.A., William Paterson University, 1994,
Jones, Ronald, M.A., University of New South Wales, 1996, B.A., University of Western Sydney,
Jouini, Mohamed Soufiane, Ph.D., University of Bordeaux, 2009, M. Sc., M. Eng., ENSEEIHT
University Toulouse, 2005, 2004, Assistant Professor in Mathematics.
K
Karanikolos, Georgios, Ph.D., M. Eng., Diploma, 2005, 2002, University at Buffalo, New York,
USA, Assistant Professor in Chemical Engineering.
Karki, Hamad, Ph.D., M.S., B. S., Tokyo University of Technology, 2008, 2005, 2003, Assistant
Professor in Mechanical Engineering and Dean of Arts and Sciences.
Khezzar, Lyes, Ph.D., Imperial College, 1987, M. Sc., University of London, 1983, B.S., University of
Bradford, 1982, Professor in Mechanical Engineering and Deputy Chair of Mechanical Engineering.
Kobrsi, Issam, Ph.D., Wayne State University, 2006, B. Sc., University of Western Ontario, 2000,
Assistant Professor in Chemistry.
Knight, Brian John, M.A., University of Reading, 1995, B.A., University of Bristol, 1987, Lecturer
in English.
Kokkalas, Sotirios, Ph.D., B. Sc., University of Patras, 2000, 1995, Associate Professor in Petroleum
Geosciences.
L
Langille, Donald John, M.A., B.A., University of Oulu, 1993, 1980, Senior Lecturer in English.
Lim, Hwee Ling, Ph.D., Murdoch University, 2007, M.A., National University of Singapore, 1994,
Postgraduate Dip. Ed., National Institute of Educations-Nanyang Technological University, 1987,
B.A., National University of Singapore, 1986, Associate Professor in Communication.
Lokier, Stephen, Ph.D., University of London, 2000, B.S., Oxford Brookes University, 1996,
Assistant Professor in Petroleum Geosciences.
Lu, Jing, Ph.D., The University of Oklahoma, USA< 2008, M.S. Virginia Tech., USA, 1998, B.S.,
Southwest Petroleum, Assistant Professor in Petroleum Engineering.
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Martin, Neville, M.S., B.S., Newcastle Upon Tyne Polytechnic, 1984, 1983, Lecturer in Mathematics.
McDermott, Mary, M.Sc., H. Dip Edc., University College Galway, 1983, 1981, Lecturer in Chemistry.
Meribout, Mahmoud, Ph.D., M.S., University of Technology of Compiegne, 1995, 1991, B.S.,
University of Constantine, 1990, Associate Professor in Electrical Engineering.
Midraj, Jessica, Ph.D., M.A., B.A., Indiana State University, 1999, 1998, 1996, Assistant Professor
in Communication.
Miller, Gary, Ph.D., University of New Brunswick, 1994, M.S., Queen’s University, 1990, Assistant
Professor in Mathematics.
Mittal, Vikas, Ph.D., Swiss Federal Institute of Technology, 2006, M.T., Indian Institute of Technology,
2001, B.T., Punjab Technical University, 2000, Associate Professor in Chemical Engineering.
Mohammed, Jaby, Ph.D., University of Louisville, 2002, Assistant Professor in Arts and Sciences.
Moore, David, M.A., B.A., University of Dublin, 2001, 1998, Lecturer in STPS and Director of Student
Success Program.
Morad, Sadoon, Ph.D., Uppsala University, Sweden, 1983, M.S., B.S., University of Baghdad, 1977,
1974, Professor in Petroleum Geosciences.
Movsesian, Lala, M.A., Grad. Dip., University of Technology, Sydney, 2003, 2001, B.A., University
of new South Wales, 2000, Assoc. Dip., St. George Institute of Educaiton, Sydney, 1987, Lecturer
in English.
Munster, Dominic, M.S., Cranfield University, 1999, B.S., University of Salford, 1998, Lecturer in
Mathematics.
Muyeen, S.M., Ph.D., M.S., Kitami Institute of Technology, 2008, 2005, B.S., Rajshahi University of
Engineering and Technology, 2000, Associate Professor in Electrical Engineering.
N
Najaf-Zadeh, Reza, Ph.D., M.S., Lehigh University, 1987, 1980, B.S., Tehran University, 1977, Associate
Professor in Physics.
Nawrocki, Pawel, Ph.D., Institute of Fundamental Technological Research, 1988, M.S., Technical
University of Lodz, 1980, Associate Professor in Petroleum Engineering and Chair of Petroleum
Engineering.
Nogueira, Ricardo, HDR, Ph.D., Paris VI University, 2004, M.Sc., Coppe/UFRJ, 1988, B.S., UFRJ,
1985, TOTAL Chair, GRC
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Nunn, Roger, Ph.D., M.A., Reading University, 1996, 1989, Licentiate Diploma, Trinity College,
London, 1983, Post Graduate Certificate in Education, King Alfred’s College, 1976, B.A., Cardiff
University, 1975, Professor in Communication.
O
O’Kane, Rory, M.A., University of Ulster, 2001, M.A., University of Edinburgh, 1991, Lecturer in
English.
Olearski, Janet, M.A., Manchester Metropolitan University, 2012, M.A., University of London, 1986,
P.G.C.E., University of London, 1982, M.A., University of Edinburgh, 1980, Senior Lecturer in English.
Omer, Amani, Ph.D., University of Manchester, 2004, Assistant Professor in Arts and Sciences.
Oral, Sevket Benhur, Ph.D., Iowa State University, 2007, Assistant Professor in Arts and Sciences.
Osisanya, Samuel, Ph.D., M.S., The University of Texas at Austin, 1991, 1986, The University of
Ibadan, 1976, Professor in Petroleum Engineering.
Ozturk, Fahrettin, Ph.D., Rensselaer Polytechnic Institute, 2002, M.S., University of Pittsburgh,
1996, B.S., Selcuk University, 1992, Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering.
P
Pasha Zaidi, Nausheen, M.A., Arizona State University, 2003, Assistant Professor in English.
Peters, Cornelis, Ph.D., M.S., B.S., Delft University of Technology, 1986, 1978, 1975, Distinguished
Professor in Chemical Engineering.
Pillay, Avinash, Ph.D., University of London, 1982, M.Sc., B. Sc. (Hons), University of DurbanWestville, 1979, 1977, M.Sc., Wits University, 1987, Professor in Chemistry and Head of Chemistry.
R
Rahman, Md Motiur, Ph.D., M.E., University of New South Wales, 2002, 1994, B. Tech., Banaras
Hindu University, 1985, Associate Professor in Petroleum Engineering.
Randjelovic, Dragana, M. Sc., B. Architecture, University of Nis, Lecturer in Arts and Sciences.
Reinalda, Donald, Ph.D., M. Sc., B. Sc., 1979, 1974, 1971, Leiden University, The Netherlands Shell
Chaired Professor in Chemical Engineering & Gas Research Centre at PI.
Rice, Erin Michala, M.S., Long Island University, 2007, M.A., New York University, 2004, B.A.,
Portland State University, 1996, Lecturer in English.
Rindfleisch, William, M.A., San Francisco State University, 1984, B.A., University of Wisconsin –
Madison, 1971, Senior Lecturer in English.
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Riskus, A. Michael, Ed.D., Arizona State University, 2011, M.S., Hofstra University, 2003, B.A.,
University of Delaware, 2002, Senior Lecturer in English.
Robinson, Lynne, M.A., Nottingham Trent University, 2005, B.A., South Bank University, 1993,
Rodgers, Peter, Ph.D., B. Eng., University of Limerick, 2000, 1990, Professor in Mechanical
Engineering.
Rodrigues, Clarence, Ph.D., M.E., Texas A&M University, 1988, 1985, M. Tech., Insian Institute of
Tech. (IIT), 1982, B.S., University of Bombay, 1980, Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering,
HSE Graduate Program Coordinator and PI-HSE Advisor (Acting.)
Rostron, Paul, Ph.D., M.S., University of Northumbria (UK), 1996, M. Ed., Keele University, 1996, B.
Sc., (Hons), Newcastle Polytechnic, 1990, Assistant Professor in Chemistry.
Rostron, Rehana, M.S., University of Keele, 1996, B.S., University of Staffordshire, 1995, Lecturer
in Physical Science.
S
Seela, Jeffrey, Ph.D., Indiana University, 1989, B.S., Iowa State University, 1983, Professor in
Chemistry.
Sheikh-Ahmad, Jamal, Ph.D., M. Sc., North Carolina State University, USA, 1993, 1998, Associate
Shiryayev, Oleg, Ph.D., M.S., B.S., Wright State University, 2008, 2003, 2002, Assistant Professor
in Mechanical Engineering.
Shoukry, Ameera, M. Prof. Studies, Grad. Dip. Teaching, B.A., Univerity of Auckland, 2010, 2006,
Simmons, Rodney, Ph.D., Texas A&S University, 1993, S.M., Harvard University, 1978, M.S., B.S.,
California State University Northridge, 1976, 1975, Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering.
Sinnokrot, Mutasem, Ph.D., M.S., Georgia Institute of Technology, 2004, 2000, B.S., University of
Jordan, 1998, Assistant Professor in Chemistry.
Small, James, M. Ed., Tech, University of Southern Queensland, 2007, Grad Dip., Macquarie
University, 1988, B. S., Deakin University, 1981, Lecturer in General Studies.
Steuber, Thomas, Ph.D., Dip., University of Cologne, 1989, 1987, Professor in Petroleum Geosciences
and Chair of Petroleum Geosciences.
Stitou, Samira, M.S., University of Toronto, 1998, M.S., Oklahoma State University, 1993, B.S.,
University of Central Oklahoma, 1988, Lecturer in Mathematics.
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Srinivasakannan, Chandrasekar, Ph.D., Indian Institute of Technology, 1993, M.S., Coimbatore
Institute of Technology, 1989, B.S., Annamalai University, 1987, Professor in Chemical Engineering.
T
Tao, Guo, Ph.D., Imperial College London, 1992, M.S., B.S., China University fo Petroleum, 1984,
1982,Professor in Petroleum Geosciences.
Tatz, Sarah, M.A., The Ohio State University, 2006, B.A., Wellesley College, 2004, Lecturer in
English.
Taylorson, Jennifer, M. Lit., University of St. Andrews, 2012, B. Music, Royal Scottish Academy of
Music and Drama, 2004, Lecturer in English.
Tkach, Patreshia, MFA, Hamline University, 2005, B.S., St. Cloud State University, 1982, Lecturer
in English.
Toms, Colin, M.A., University of Reading, 1993, B. A., Thames Polytechnic, 1981, Senior Lecturer
in English.
Tran, Trung, Ph.D., B.S., University of Melbourne, 1999, 1994, Assistant Professor in Mathematics.
U
Umar, Abdullahi, Ph.D., University of St. Andrews, 1992, M. Sc., B.Sc., Ahmadu Bello University,
1986, 1983, Associate Professor in Mathematics.
V
Vahdati, Nader, Ph.D., University of California Davis, 1989, M.S., B.S., University of Portland, 1984,
1982, Associate Professor in Mechanical Engineering.
Van Der Merwe, Riann, Assistant Professor in Arts and Sciences.
Vega, Sandra, Ph.D., M.S., Stanford University, 204, 2000, B.S., Universidad Central de Venezuela,
1990, Assistant Professor in Petroleum Geosciences.
Vesnaver, Aldo, Ph.D., M.S., University of Trieste, 1990, 1983, KADOC Chaired Professor in
Petroleum Geosciences.
Vukusic, Salafudin, Ph.D., University of Leeds, 2001, M.S., University of Manchester, 1997, B.S.,
University of Sussex, 1991, Assistant Professor in Chemistry.
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Wang, Kean, Ph.D., University of Queensland, 1998, M.S., Beijing University of Chemical Technology,
1989, B.S., Zhejiang University, 1984, Associate Professor in Chemical Engineering.
Wang, Na, Lecturer in H&SS.
Webb, Matthew, Ph.D., Australian National University, 2001, M.P.P.M., Monash University, 2010,
M. Ed., Charles Sturt University, 2005, M.A., B.A., Victoria University of Wellington, 1996, 1991,
Assistant Professor in Political Sciences.
Wijeweera, Albert, Ph.D., University of Tennessee, 2004, M.A., Western Illinois University, 1999,
B.A., University of Peradeniya, 1993, Associate Professor in Arts and Sciences.
Williams, John, Ph.D., University of Exeter, 1979, M.A., Open University, 1993, Postgraduate
Certificate in Technology Management, B.S., University of Exeter, 1974, Professor in Petroleum
Engineering.
Wyatt, Mark, Ph.D., University of Leeds, 2008, M.A., University of Edinburgh, 2000, Licentiate,
Trinity College, 1997, Assistant Professor in Communication.
Y
Yit Fatt, Yap, Ph.D., Nanyang Technological University, 2008, M. Eng., B. Eng., University Teknologi
Malaysia, 2002, 2000, Assistant Professor in Mechanical Engineering.
Young, David Anthony, M.A., University of Limerick, 2001, B.A., National University of Ireland,
Z
Zhou, Bing,Ph.D., University of Adelaide, 1998, M.S., B.S., Chengdu University, 1989, 1982, Associate
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