West Virginia University Mountaineers are known to #GoFirst, and a pioneering online learning opportunity presented by the Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering Department continues that tradition.
Unlock a Realm of Innovation and Opportunity
With midstream petroleum engineering, you’re at the heart of the action, managing the vital processes that transport, store, and distribute oil and gas resources. From designing pipelines to optimizing transportation logistics, every day presents new challenges and rewards.
Join this essential sector and be part of shaping the future of energy delivery. Embrace the excitement of a field where your expertise drives efficiency, sustainability, and global connectivity. Explore the fascinating realm of midstream petroleum engineering today and embark on a journey that fuels progress and prosperity.
Our Midstream Petroleum Engineering program is designed to equip graduate students with the essential skills to tackle real-world challenges head-on. Dive deep into the intricacies of designing, monitoring, and maintaining petroleum transportation, storage, and processing facilities. Our program is your gateway to mastering practical solutions that drive the industry forward. Join us and become a trailblazer in the dynamic world of petroleum engineering, where innovation meets real-world impact.
Program Details/Learning Goals
Upon completion of the degree program, the student will be able to
- Apply engineering solutions to design, monitor, and maintain midstream oil and natural gas facilities.
- Perform detailed analysis and optimize the operation of oil and natural gas transportation, storage, and processing facilities.
The Midstream Petroleum Engineering program entails completing 30 credit hours of coursework leading to an MS degree. This program emphasizes the practical application of engineering solutions within the midstream sector of the oil and gas industry.
Midstream operations, one of the industry’s three primary stages, encompass the processing, storage, and transportation of oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids. Through this program, students will delve into detailed analysis techniques to optimize the performance of transportation, storage, and processing facilities.
Meet Your Personal Online Admissions Coach: Ann Clayton
Ann Clayton is here to help you navigate your journey with us. A graduate of Michigan State University, with a master’s degree in counseling psychology, Ann brings over 15 years of experience in an advising setting to our team.
She is ready to answer any questions you may have about the enrollment process in our online programs. Our online programs are designed to allow everyone the opportunity to earn a degree, while balancing school, family, and life. Ann is excited to assist you as you embark on this journey.
Contact Ann
- Email: Ann.Clayton@mail.wvu.edu
- Phone: +1 (304) 293-0915
- Virtual Session: Schedule a virtual session with Ann
Join us and become a trailblazer in the dynamic world of petroleum engineering, where innovation meets real-world impact. We look forward to welcoming you to our community!
Your Future in Midstream Petroleum Engineering
The Benefits of Choosing Our Program
Choosing WVU’s Midstream Petroleum Engineering master’s program offers exceptional benefits. Our carefully crafted curriculum equips students with practical skills to tackle real-world challenges in the oil and gas industry. Emphasizing optimization techniques, we ensure students excel in maximizing efficiency in transportation, storage, and processing facilities. With renowned faculty and top-notch resources, students thrive in a supportive learning environment, fostering professional growth and networking. Join us and become a leader in shaping the future of energy delivery.
Career Outlook for Midstream Petroleum Engineering
The Master of Science in Midstream Petroleum Engineering program prepares students for a variety of engineering-oriented leadership roles. These are only a few examples of some of the many opportunities that will be open to you with this degree:
- Pipeline Systems Engineer
- Gas Storage Engineer
- Process Engineer
- Gas Control Engineer
- Project Manager
- Gas Pipeline Safety Engineer
- Bureau of Land Management
Embark on a journey that fuels progress and prosperity. We look forward to welcoming you to our community!
The online courses for this program will be offered during the Fall 2024 semester.
For additional info, please contact:
Sam Ameri
Department Chair and Professor
Petroleum & Natural Gas Engineering Department
Telephone: +1 304-293-3949
Email: samuel.ameri@mail.wvu.edu
Kashy Aminian, Holland Professor
Petroleum & Natural Gas Engineering Department
Email: kashy.aminian@mail.wvu.edu
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is Midstream? Midstream is one of the three major stages of oil and gas industry operations. Midstream activities include the processing, storing, and transporting of oil, natural gas, and natural gas liquids.
- Which companies hire Midstream Engineers? Oil and gas companies such as EQT, BHE–GT&S, Williams, TC Energy, Kinder Morgan, public service commissions.
- How many other universities offer Midstream? As of today, no other university in the country offers a midstream engineering master’s program.
- What is the starting pay range in this field? The starting pay range in this field is between $80,000 and $100,000.
- Where do Midstream Engineers work? Midstream engineers work both in the US and internationally.
We hope this information helps you in making an informed decision about your future in Midstream Petroleum Engineering. We look forward to welcoming you to our community!
