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Contents Course Details...1 1. Named Awards...1 2. Course Code (and UCAS Code if applicable)...1 3. Awarding Body...1 4. Teaching Institution...1 5. Accrediting Body...1 6. QAA Benchmark Groups...1 7. Document Control Information...1 8. Effective Session...1 9. Author...1 10. Faculty...1 11. Department...1 Curriculum...1 12. Educational Aims...1 13. Reference Points...2 14. General Learning Outcomes...3 15. Learning Outcomes...4 A. Knowledge and Understanding of:... 4 B. Cognitive (Intellectual or Thinking) Skills, able to:... 4 C. Practical (Professional or Subject) Skills, able to:... 5 D. Transferable (Graduate and Employability) Skills, able to:... 5 16. Learning and Teaching Strategies and Methods...5 17. Assessment Strategy...5 18. Course Structure, Progression and Award Requirements...6 19. Employability Statement...6 Course Management...7 20. Support for Student Learning...7 21. Admissions Criteria...7 A. Academic Admissions Criteria... 7 B. Disability... 8 22. Evaluation and Enhancement of Standards and Quality in Learning and Teaching...8 A. Mechanisms for Review and Evaluation... 8 B. Responsibilities for Monitoring and Evaluation... 8 C. Mechanisms for Gaining Student Feedback... 8 D. Staff Development Priorities... 8 23. Assessment Regulations...9 24. Role of Externals...9 25. Indicators of Standards and Quality...9 A. Professional Accreditation/Recognition... 9 B. Periodic Programme Review (or equivalent)... 9 C. Quality Assurance Agency... 9 D. Others... 9 26. Further Information...9 i
Course Details 1. Named Awards BEng (Honours) Petroleum Engineering 2. Course Code (and UCAS Code if applicable) C2290S 3. Awarding Body University of Portsmouth 4. Teaching Institution University of Portsmouth 5. Accrediting Body Energy Institute 6. QAA Benchmark Groups Engineering 7. Document Control Information Version 5, September 2017 8. Effective Session 2017/2018 9. Author Dr Mohamed Hassan 10. Faculty Faculty of Technology 11. Department School of Engineering Curriculum 12. Educational Aims The course aims to equip students to work as professional Petroleum Engineers, bringing together the major aspects of Petroleum Engineering (geology and the earth science, oil exploration and extraction, reservoir engineering, drilling engineering, petroleum refinery operations, petroleum reservoir fluid properties and thermodynamics, petroleum production engineering, petroleum reservoir and reservoir simulation, formation evaluation-well logging, with an elective in languages or refinery). The course reflects industry requirements very strongly, and also reflects the BEng (Hons) degree teaching and learning requirements in Petroleum Engineering. Programme Specification for BEng (Honours) Petroleum Engineering Page 1 of 10
In broad terms the course aims to provide a challenging and stimulating study environment in which students can: Develop knowledge and understanding of the underpinning engineering science, mathematics and applied sciences essential for a petroleum engineer. Develop analytical skills, leading to the ability to apply engineering principles to a wide range of applications. Develop competence in engineering design. Appreciate and understand the economic, social and environmental context in which a petroleum engineer will work. Gain experience of engineering practice through work in the laboratories, fieldwork and individual and group projects. Choose from a limited range of options to allow them to pursue fields of particular interest. Develop a range of keys skills. 13. Reference Points Introduction: The underlying philosophy of this programme is to provide a sound engineering educational base for students with an interest in Petroleum Engineering and the aspiration to reach Chartered Engineer status and equally enable them to integrate into the job market swiftly and effectively. The proposed programme structure has been developed in line with the requirements of the potential employers within the sector and internationally recognised professional bodies, such as the Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) and Energy Institute. The programme is also compatible with similar courses offered by other institutions in the UK. Reference Points: The scholarship, sector experience and research expertise of academic members of staff University of Portsmouth Curricula Framework Document (2012) QAA UK Quality Code for Higher Education Framework for Higher Education Qualifications (FHEQ) National Qualifications Framework Engineering Benchmark Statement UK Standard for Professional Engineering Competence (UK-SPEC) University policy on key skills Industrial guidelines for accredited programmes in Petroleum Engineering The core elements of UK-SPEC, interpreted in the context of petroleum engineering are: Underpinning science and mathematics (SM) Mathematical methods appropriate to mechanical and petroleum engineering and geophysics. Scientific principles underlying mechanical and petroleum engineering, chemistry and geophysics. Engineering Analysis (EA) Application of mathematical and scientific principles in the solution of practical problems relevant to petroleum engineering, including use of relevant software packages. Design (D) Principles and practice of the design of solutions in petroleum engineering. Assessment of alternative solutions. Specification of final design. Economic, social and environmental context (ES) Business and management practices in the petroleum industry. Sustainability and environmental considerations. Engineering Practice (EP) Investigation of cutting edge practice in petroleum engineering. Project planning management and implementation. Programme Specification for BEng (Honours) Petroleum Engineering Page 2 of 10
The abbreviations in parentheses are used for cross reference purposes in the learning outcomes in 14. 14. General Learning Outcomes Level 4 Certificates of Higher Education are awarded to students who have demonstrated: knowledge of the underlying concepts and principles associated with their area(s) of study, and an ability to evaluate and interpret these within the context of that area of study an ability to present, evaluate and interpret qualitative and quantitative data, in order to develop lines of argument and make sound judgements in accordance with basic theories and concepts of their subject(s) of study Typically, holders of the qualification will be able to: evaluate the appropriateness of different approaches to solving problems related to their area(s) of study and/or work communicate the results of their study/work accurately and reliably, and with structured and coherent arguments undertake further training and develop new skills within a structured and managed environment And holders will have: the qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment requiring the exercise of some personal responsibility Level 5 Diplomas in Higher Education are awarded to students who have demonstrated: knowledge and critical understanding of the well-established principles of their area(s) of study, and of the way in which those principles have developed ability to apply underlying concepts and principles outside the context in which they were first studied, including, where appropriate, the application of those principles in an employment context knowledge of the main methods of enquiry in the subject(s) relevant to the named award, and ability to evaluate critically the appropriateness of different approaches to solving problems in the field of study an understanding of the limits of their knowledge, and how this influences analyses and interpretations based on that knowledge Typically, holders of the qualification will be able to: use a range of established techniques to initiate and undertake critical analysis of information, and to propose solutions to problems arising from that analysis effectively communicate information, arguments and analysis in a variety of forms to specialist and non-specialist audiences, and deploy key techniques of the discipline effectively undertake further training, develop existing skills and acquire new competences that will enable them to assume significant responsibility within organisations And holders will have: the qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment requiring the exercise of personal responsibility and decision-making Level 6 Bachelor's degrees/bachelor's degrees with honours are awarded to students who have demonstrated: a systematic understanding of key aspects of their field of study, including acquisition of coherent and detailed knowledge, at least some of which is at, or informed by, the forefront of defined aspects of a discipline Programme Specification for BEng (Honours) Petroleum Engineering Page 3 of 10
an ability to deploy accurately established techniques of analysis and enquiry within a discipline conceptual understanding that enables the student: to devise and sustain arguments, and/or to solve problems, using ideas and techniques, some of which are at the forefront of a discipline to describe and comment upon particular aspects of current research, or equivalent advanced scholarship, in the discipline an appreciation of the uncertainty, ambiguity and limits of knowledge the ability to manage their own learning, and to make use of scholarly reviews and primary sources (for example, refereed research articles and/or original materials appropriate to the discipline) Typically, holders of the qualification will be able to: apply the methods and techniques that they have learned to review, consolidate, extend and apply their knowledge and understanding, and to initiate and carry out projects critically evaluate arguments, assumptions, abstract concepts and data (that may be incomplete), to make judgements, and to frame appropriate questions to achieve a solution - or identify a range of solutions - to a problem communicate information, ideas, problems and solutions to both specialist and non-specialist audiences And holders will have: the qualities and transferable skills necessary for employment requiring: the exercise of initiative and personal responsibility decision-making in complex and unpredictable contexts the learning ability needed to undertake appropriate further training of a professional or equivalent nature 15. Learning Outcomes A. Knowledge and Understanding of: A.1 Mathematical and analytical methods needed for engineering, design, processing and production calculations (SM, EA). A.2 Applied geological, chemical and mechanical sciences pertinent to petroleum engineering (SM). A.3 The selection of materials, processes, and methods of investigation, exploration and modelling within the context of petroleum engineering (SM, EA, EP). A.4 Application of the design process (D). A.5 The importance of business, commerce and marketing (ES). A.6 The use and relevance of appropriate software (EA, D). A.7 The significance of petroleum engineering in society (ES, EP). A.8 The importance of ethics and impact on the environment (ES). B. Cognitive (Intellectual or Thinking) Skills, able to: B.1 Select and apply knowledge of engineering and geological principles and analytical techniques (including mathematical methods) to the solution of problems (SM & EA). B.2 Use a range of problem-solving techniques to develop innovative solutions (D). B.3 Use a holistic approach in design and solving problems, by applying judgement to criteria including risk, cost, safety and the environment (D, ES and EA). B.4 Develop an awareness of the effects upon society of technological developments and develop a proper sense of professional conduct in relation to society s use of technology (ES, EP). Programme Specification for BEng (Honours) Petroleum Engineering Page 4 of 10
B.5 Develop critical skills with regard to literature searching, appraising and evaluating from a variety of sources and synthesising the results (EP, D). B.6 Plan, execute and report on laboratory experiments and final year projects (EP). C. Practical (Professional or Subject) Skills, able to: C.1 Use standard and specialist laboratory instruments, conduct experiments and report on them (EP). C.2 Apply relevant mathematical science based methods in developing solutions to problems (SM, EA). C.3 Apply the design process to enable the selection of appropriate materials and processes (D). C.4 Communicate technical information in a lucid manner to both management and technical staff (EP, ES). C.5 Manage engineering science based projects using appropriate tools (ES, EP). C.6 Think creatively in order to develop design and analytical solutions (D, EA). D. Transferable (Graduate and Employability) Skills, able to: D.1 Communicate effectively in writing, speaking and in appropriate forms of presentation (ES, EP). D.2 Read and understand documents related to engineering and software products and systems (EP, D, SM). D.3 Use information technology to handle data, for simulation and mapping and to assist with design and testing (EM, SM). D.4 Apply mathematical techniques in engineering design and professional practice (D). D.5 Assess problem domains and formulate appropriate problem solving strategies (D, SM, EA). D.6 Work in teams to achieve goals but nevertheless be distinctively individual (EP). 16. Learning and Teaching Strategies and Methods In general within the context of the identified programme learning outcomes, the knowledge will be gained through a mixture of formal lectures and tutorials (1-5), group work (4, 7), practical work (2, 3, 6), fieldwork (2, 7), site visits and project development (7, 8). Knowledge will be gained through a mixture of formal lectures and tutorials (1, 2, and 3), group work, fieldwork and practical work (6). Skills will be developed by hands-on work, in tutorials, in laboratory experiments, and in the final year project (3 & 6). Research and development skills will be progressively developed in design and project settings (2, 4, 5). Knowledge will be gained through a mixture of formal lectures and tutorials, group work, practical work, fieldwork and project development (1, 2, 3). Skills will be developed by hands-on work, in tutorials, in laboratory experiments, fieldwork and in the final year project (4, 5, & 6). Skills will be developed by a mixture of lectures and tutorials (1, 4, 5), fieldwork, and laboratory work (2, 3, 5, 6), including the writing of reports, intensive use of computer packages (3) applied to practical situations and working in groups. 17. Assessment Strategy Testing of core knowledge (1-5) is through a mix of unseen examinations, assignment work and tests (some of which are computer based). Projects, laboratory work and fieldwork are assessed by observation, projects display day and submission of reports (2-8). Assessment is both formative and summative. It will comprise a mixture of continuous assessment structured around design (2, 3, 5), project (4, 6) and laboratory work (5, 6) and formal examinations (1, 4). Programme Specification for BEng (Honours) Petroleum Engineering Page 5 of 10
Assessment is both formative and summative. It will comprise a mixture of continuous assessment structured around design (2, 3, 4, 6), project (1-6) and laboratory work (1-4). Transferable and key skills will not be separately assessed, but must necessarily be employed to achieve the learning outcomes in the course units. Skills will be enhanced by feedback from lectures, tutorials (personal and academic), and laboratory work including the writing of reports, and working in groups. 18. Course Structure, Progression and Award Requirements See Unit Web Search 1 for full details on the course structure and units This is a 3 year full-time course with optional additional sandwich year. It consists of a number of specialised taught units alongside other units from Petroleum Engineering, Mechanical and Manufacturing Engineering and Earth Science courses. The course comprises lectures, tutorials, seminars, experimental work, fieldwork and individual and group projects. It makes extensive use of the School s computer suites infrastructure and laboratories. Whilst the majority of units have a focus on the Engineering and Earth Sciences aspects of the Petroleum Engineering, the course also benefits from units such as Communications and Business, and an Integrated Engineering Group Business Project in order to develop skills that prepare students for their first appointment in the world of work. This is augmented by providing opportunities such as oilfield/industry lab visits, guest lectures by industry representatives and the SPE supported graduate skills workshops, recruiting events, monthly industry-lectures at the London section, and group work throughout the course. The course also offers study of optional year long language or Refinery operations units. The course consists of 20-credit taught units and a 40-credit individual project unit, where each year consists of 120 credits. The full study programme, therefore, consists of 360 credits. A 20-credit unit is expected to require 200 hours of total study of which 48-72 hours would typically consist of lectures and there would be additional practical work. At the end of the course there is a 40-credit Individual Project. Scheduled small group tutorials ensure that contact is maintained between students and their personal tutors. 19. Employability Statement This course has been developed in full consultation with major petroleum companies and the School s Industrial Advisory Board IAB, to which new petroleum sector members have joined, to reflect clear industrial requirements. It has been structured to meet requirements which have become the de facto standards for approved courses in Petroleum Engineering. The course has brought together all aspects of Petroleum Engineering (Mechanical, Geological Science and the Earth Sciences, Reservoir Engineering, Drilling Engineering, Petroleum production engineering, Petroleum Reservoir Fluid Properties and Thermodynamics, Formation Evaluation-Well Logging and Petroleum Refinery Operations, Economics, and field development). This has made the proposed course rather unique in terms of content and structure and has received the full support of the several industrial companies such as IHS, Oil field international and others. As a result, the course as a whole is highly career-focused, with the content designed to develop the necessary analytical, practical and design skills required for Petroleum Engineers. Practical work uses hardware and software systems that are widely used in industry covering all of the above-mentioned pivotal functional areas of petroleum engineering and this familiarity eases the transfer of graduates into employment. It is expected that the majority of students will find employment in the major oil companies and exploration companies, although, as with all engineers, their competence with mathematics and analytical problem solving makes them attractive to a wide range of employers. The content of all the School s courses is periodically discussed with the Industrial Advisory Board. The Faculty has a Student Placement and Employability Centre (SPEC) and the School has an 1 www.port.ac.uk/unitwebsearch Programme Specification for BEng (Honours) Petroleum Engineering Page 6 of 10
Industrial Liaison Officer whose particular role is to maintain contact with employers, although most staff also maintains good industrial and research links. Student industrial placements are managed through these functions and may lead to the award of an Industrial Diploma approved by EI (Energy institute). Students have the opportunity to undertake a foreign language unit as a part of the assessed section of their degree. This improves employment potential with companies with global reach, as well as companies involved with international customers and/or suppliers. While studying, Personal Development Planning including the identification and review of skills (at all levels of study) is provided via the Personal Tutor system, using centrally produced materials and professional portfolios during industrial placements. Career Management Skills are embedded within the proposed curriculum, either via electives or core units where students learn highly valued technical skills and more general key skills such as career decision making and strategies for selfpresentation. Business, enterprise, marketing, and management are elements of the curriculum that develop skills of entrepreneurship.course Management 20. Support for Student Learning The Course is managed by a Course Leader and each unit has a Unit Coordinator. Extensive induction programme introduces the student to the University and their course. Each student has a personal tutor, responsible for pastoral support and guidance. University support services include careers, financial advice, housing, counselling etc. The Academic Skills Unit (ASK) and Student Placement & Employability Centre SPEC. The Additional Support and Disability Advice Centre (ASDAC). Excellent library facilities and the Moodle virtual learning environment. The University of Portsmouth has consistently been awarded an excellent rating for student support and guidance in a number of Quality Assurance Agency inspections. Student course and unit handbooks provide information about the course structure and University regulations etc. Feedback is provided for all assessments. Personal Development Planning (PDP) for all awards. 21. Admissions Criteria A. Academic Admissions Criteria Standard University rules apply but in addition a UCAS tariff of 300 with a specified grade B in Mathematics at A-level is expected made up of at least two A2 passes in Science or Technology subjects. Other qualifications are accepted at equivalent levels, including Vocational A levels, BTEC and access courses. For overseas students, qualifications equivalent to these are required, together with proficiency in English at IELTS 6.0 or equivalent. Programme Specification for BEng (Honours) Petroleum Engineering Page 7 of 10
B. Disability The University makes no distinction in its admissions policy with regard to disability and will endeavour to make all reasonable adjustments in order to make it possible for students to study at Portsmouth on a course of their choice. 22. Evaluation and Enhancement of Standards and Quality in Learning and Teaching A. Mechanisms for Review and Evaluation Head of School s Annual Standards and Quality Evaluative Review Deputy Vice-Chancellor and Faculty Executive. Unit and Course Level student feedback considered at Board of Studies. Unit Assessment Board consideration of student performance for each programme. Annual Standards and Quality Reports to Board of Studies, including consideration of Subject and Award External Examiner Reports. Student Representatives and Student/Staff Consultative Committees. Annual Staff Appraisal. Peer Teaching Observation. Faculty Learning and Teaching Committee. B. Responsibilities for Monitoring and Evaluation Unit Co-ordinators for unit content and delivery. Course Leader for day-to-day running of course. Board of Studies with overall responsibilities for operation and content of course. Head of School. Associate Dean (Academic). Associate Dean (Students). Quality Assurance Committee. Unit, Award and Progression Board of Examiners. External Examiner for BEng Hons Petroleum Engineering. C. Mechanisms for Gaining Student Feedback Class student representatives and student representation on Board of Studies. Course representative on Student Staff Consultative Committees. Unit and Course level student feedback questionnaires. National Student Survey NSS. D. Staff Development Priorities Academic staff undertake activities related to research, scholarship, teaching and learning and student support and guidance. Annual staff Performance & Development Reviews (PDR) match development to needs. Managers undertake a variety of management development programmes. All academic staff encouraged to seek Higher Education Academy membership. Academic staff new to teaching required to undertake Initial Professional Development Programme (iprof). Support Staff are encouraged to attend short courses in areas such as minute taking, and specific IT packages. Programme Specification for BEng (Honours) Petroleum Engineering Page 8 of 10
23. Assessment Regulations The current University of Portsmouth academic regulations will apply to this programme (see Assessment and Regulations 2 ). 24. Role of Externals Subject External Examiners who will: Oversee unit assessment and usually attend Unit Assessment Boards Review unit assessment strategy Sample assessment artefacts Present report to Unit Assessment Boards Award External Examiners (usually also a Subject External Examiner) who will: Oversee and attend Award/Progression Boards Scrutinise and endorse the outcomes of assessment Ensure that the standard of the award is maintained at a level comparable with that of similar awards elsewhere in the United Kingdom 25. Indicators of Standards and Quality A. Professional Accreditation/Recognition The course is accredited by the Energy Institute B. Periodic Programme Review (or equivalent) This is a new programme which had its first review in the successful March 2013 School of Engineering PPR and will be reviewed within the University s Periodic Review Cycle at intervals of 5-6 years C. Quality Assurance Agency QAA Higher Education Review, March 2015, judgements about standards and quality meet UK expectations (for full report see Higher Education Review of the University of Portsmouth, March 2015 3 ). D. Others The 2008 RAE confirmed that in the Mechanical and Design Engineering area, 45% of research was rated as internationally excellent or world-leading (4*+3*), and 85% internationally recognized or above (4*+3*+2*). The School also hosts the Regional Centre for Manufacturing Industry RCMI. Results from REF2014 highlight the significant growth in research in Engineering at the University of Portsmouth since RAE2008that brings together a broad range of expertise at the University of Portsmouth. Importantly, we have made a significant number of new academic staff appointments at all levels in these areas. In doing so we have significantly increased the number of early career researchers; and doubled the number of female staff submitted in comparison to that in RAE2008. This has provided a good foundation for future strategic research planning and development. Highlights: Ranked third overall out of new universities submitted in this Unit. 61% of our research outputs were rated as either world-leading or internationally excellent. 50% of our research overall was rated as either world leading or internationally excellent. 2 www.port.ac.uk/departments/services/academicregistry/qualitymanagementdivision/assessmentandregulations/ 3 www.qaa.ac.uk/en/reviewsandreports/documents/university%20of%20portsmouth/university-of-portsmouth-her- 15.pdf Programme Specification for BEng (Honours) Petroleum Engineering Page 9 of 10
50% of our impact was rated as having very considerable reach and significance. We are involved heavily in recruiting for research with 3 PhD finishing the first annual review and another 5 to start in September 2015. One MPhil and one grant from the British council provided the sum of 38000, as well two KTP have been developed. A Joint British council grant with Brunel University and other Egyptian universities was also attained. The Society of Petroleum Engineers SPE has recognised Portsmouth in 2012/13 as a Student Centre and has awarded an operational budget. 26. Further Information Further information may be found in: Student Handbook University of Portsmouth Curriculum Framework Document University of Portsmouth Prospectus University of Portsmouth 4 and School/Department 5 websites 4 www.port.ac.uk/ 5 http://www.port.ac.uk/school-of-engineering/ Programme Specification for BEng (Honours) Petroleum Engineering Page 10 of 10