The innovation and exploration of the process of oil and gas extraction is the main focus of petroleum engineering. Technology is widely used in this field, where the most advanced machinery and tools are used for discovering and drilling oil. It is a relevant and scientifically important field that caters to a wide range of industries as polymers are widely used in manufacturing companies as raw materials. For students with the right interests and skills, this is an excellent option with various job opportunities.
FUTURE SCOPES OF CHEMICAL PETROLEUM AND POLYMER ENGINEERING
- As per the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, the employment of petroleum engineers is projected to grow 8% from 2020 to 2030.
- About 2,100 openings for petroleum engineers are projected each year, on average, over the decade.
- Petroleum engineers can work with petroleum and gas companies in drilling sites. They can work closely with petroleum geologists, geophysicists and various engineers for short-long term plans on exploration and production properties.
- The Indian government has launched a new ‘Hydrocarbon Exploration Licensing Policy, which enhances domestic gas and oil production and will lead to enhanced opportunities for petroleum engineers.
- Advancements in various other disciplines like computer modelling, probability and statistics have furthered the scope of petroleum engineering in recent years. This gives loads of opportunities to petroleum engineers in the industry.
- Graduates specialising in Polymer Engineering can become a part of polymer manufacturing and user industries. They can work as production supervisors, quality control inspectors and production planners.
SKILLS REQUIRED TO STUDY CHEMICAL PETROLEUM AND POLYMER ENGINEERING
- Problem-solving skills
- Team working skills
- Numerical skills
- Analytical skills
- Conceptualization skills
- Communication skills
CAREERS IN CHEMICAL PETROLEUM AND POLYMER ENGINEERING
- Drilling Engineer
- Production Engineer
- Reservoir Engineer
- Chief Petroleum Engineer
- Offshore drilling Engineer
- Reservoir Engineer
- Technical Support Engineer
- Geo-Scientist
- Petro Physicist
- Exploration Geologist
- Material Engineer
- Chemical Engineer
- Process Engineer
- Optic Fiber Engineer
ELIGIBILITY TO DO A DEGREE IN CHEMICAL PETROLEUM AND POLYMER ENGINEERING
The candidates need to complete their 10+2 (science stream) or equivalent exam from a recognized board with a minimum of 50% marks. There are various entrance examinations for admission to Petroleum Engineering.
ENTRANCE EXAMINATIONS
- JEE (Joint Entrance Examination)
It is conducted by the National Testing Agency for admission to the top IITs, CFTIs and NITs of India. It is an All-India standardised computer-based test.
- WBJEE (West Bengal Joint Entrance Examination)
It is a state-level entrance exam conducted for admission to the various governmental and private engineering colleges in West Bengal.
- KCET (Karnataka Common Entrance Test)
It is a State-level entrance exam conducted for admission to the various courses in Karnataka.
- VITEEE (Vellore Institute of Technology Educational Entrance Examination)
It is conducted by the Vellore Institute of Technology for admission into various engineering courses.
- MHT CET (Maharashtra Common Entrance Test)
It is a state-level annual entrance exam conducted for admission to the various top engineering colleges in Maharashtra under the Directorate of Technical Education.
- MET (Manipal Entrance Test)
It is conducted by Manipal University for admission to the various top engineering colleges in Manipal.
TOP COLLEGES/UNIVERSITIES IN INDIA AND ABROAD TO STUDY CHEMICAL PETROLEUM AND POLYMER ENGINEERING
- University of New South Wales, Australia
- Dalhousie University, Canada
- Northern Algebra Institute of Technology, Canada
- Indian Institute of Technology, India
- Indian Institute of Technology, India
- Vellore Institute of Technology, India
- Indian Institute of Technology, India
- Parul University, India
- Anna University, India
- University of Petroleum and Energy Studies, India
FAMOUS PEOPLE CONNECTED WITH TO STUDY CHEMICAL PETROLEUM AND POLYMER ENGINEERING
Linda Cook
Cook is an American businesswoman, who was known for being the CEO of Shell Gas & Power.
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TOP INSTITUTIONS THAT EMPLOY PEOPLE IN TO STUDY CHEMICAL PETROLEUM AND POLYMER ENGINEERING
- Bharat Petroleum
- Gas Authority of India Limited (GAIL)
- Hindustan Petroleum Corporation
- Oil and Natural Gas Corporation (ONGC)
- Aquarius International
- Aryavartha Design Consultants LLP
- Bharat Oil & Waste Management Ltd.
- Castrol India
- Coastal Energen Pvt. Ltd.
- Delhi Aviation Fuel Facility Pvt. Ltd.
- Indraprastha Gas Limited (IGL)
- Aban Offshore
- Abhay Ocean India Pvt Ltd
- Adani Group
- Aryatech Marine and Offshore Services
- Bengal Sun Solar Energy India Pvt. Ltd.
- Cairn India
- Chennai Petroleum Corporation Ltd.
- CubicWheels Engineering Services Pvt. Ltd.
- Essar Oil Limited
- GE Oil and Gas India
- Indian Oil Corporation Limited (IOCL)
- Oil India Limited
