Oil & Gas Administration Diploma

This course is aimed at helping students transition smoothly into post-secondary education while preparing them for their chosen career path. You will learn about different learning styles, effective goal-setting strategies, note-taking techniques, and testing methods that will enable you to excel in both academic and professional pursuits. Learn the essential skills that enhance the educational experience and increase the chances of success in your chosen career.

What you will learn:

• Be able to identify what makes a successful student
• Have a positive attitude and create goal-setting techniques
• Know the advantages of taking notes when reading
• Create robust test preparation strategies

Microsoft’s signature email platform, Outlook, is found in most offices worldwide. In this class, students learn some of the most commonly used functions of Outlook, ones used by both administrators and staff. You will learn to use Outlook’s file management system, edit text, and format and print files received as part of incoming mail.

What will you learn:

• Create new email accounts
• Tag, label and assign categories to group messages
• How to use tracking options for messages
• Create and set up automatic replies

Being familiar with the most widely used word-processing platform is essential in a business setting. Whether you work on a Windows or Macintosh computer, our course provides practical, interactive instruction on formatting and editing Word documents. This training will equip you with the proficiency to navigate the program efficiently and confidently.

What will you learn:

• Create reusable building blocks and hyperlinks and insert page numbers
• How to use researcher and clipboard
• Create and use field documents
• Record, save, edit and run automated macro tasks

Gain practical experience through skill-based simulations to master creating functional spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel. Through hands-on activities, you will develop a deep understanding of the platform’s complexity while learning its core features. Begin by inputting and formatting data and then creating formulas to manipulate the data into valuable insights. With your data, you can craft visual representations such as charts and graphs to present your findings effectively. Excel, Word, and Outlook are essential for securing a position in an office environment.

What will you learn:

• Use the quick analysis tool to calculate totals
• Create, modify, and execute queries
• Use auto fillers and slicers to filter and sort data
• Add, change and forecast values using Trendlines

Here, students are introduced to the necessary skills to deliver persuasive and professional oral presentations using appropriate speaking techniques. Throughout the program, students explore valuable strategies for planning, executing, and following up on presentations. Additionally, students learn to develop visually appealing aids to enhance the effectiveness of their presentations.

What You Will Learn:

• Distinguish between various forms of communication
• Identify obstacles that hinder effective communication
• Acknowledge the significance of body language as a valuable tool for engaging an audience
• Identify and implement proven strategies and techniques for delivering a compelling presentation

This module introduces students to the oil and gas sector’s fundamental principles and essential components. You will thoroughly understand the industry’s origins, significant terminology, crucial historical information, and current and future local and global trends.

What You Will Learn:

• Know the chemical composition of crude oil and natural gas
• How structural geology influences petroleum exploration
• The importance of Global Positioning Systems (GPS) to geologists, geophysicists, and petroleum engineers
• How the factors determine the original pore space in a clastic sedimentary rock

In this course, students look into the critical aspects of land utilization and the mapping techniques commonly used in the industry to pinpoint particular properties. Among the topics covered are the fundamentals of land systems, mapping regulations that apply in the industry, the language used to describe land systems, mineral and property rights, and other related subjects.

What You Will Learn:

• Know the Dominion Land Survey System and identify its sectors
• Be able to describe the roles of the Land Department in the oil and gas industry, its leading positions and responsibilities
• Partner agreements and the various types there may be
• Discover and interpret the information on public sales results

By gaining a thorough understanding of industry-specific production accounting procedures, individuals can learn how to properly prepare financial reports and familiarize themselves with essential concepts and terminology. This section can be challenging, but with a focused approach to crucial methodologies, it can be thoroughly explored and understood.

What You Will Learn:

• The purpose and importance of accounting
• Why it is essential to adjust accounts at the end of a period
• Banking activities and the control features they provide

Students will gain a detailed understanding of the fundamental elements behind oil and gas operations, as well as the scientific principles that govern modern material exploration. You will explore topics such as the connection between material science and the earth’s resources, different drilling techniques, the environmental impact of exploration, the development of drilling practices over time, and the essential safety measures involved in material extraction.

What You Will Learn:

• Examine geology as it relates to drilling operations
• Understand the general sequence of drilling a land exploration well
• The primary classifications of drill bits and the major design features of each type
• Know the various evaluation techniques used to understand the subsurface conditions

This part of the program examines the fascinating History of Pipelining, exploring the nuances that make each pipeline different and how they function. You will also cover the Gathering and Movement of Fluids, including the specific design and construction techniques used for pipelines and the development of stabilizing Hydraulic Heads.

What You Will Learn:

• Get a general understanding of the history of pipelining
• Learn how to transport oil and gas
• The considerations which must be made to move crude oil and refined products in batches
• The benefits of using pipelines for liquid transportation over long distances

In this course, students will learn about the phase of bringing well fluids to the surface and preparing them for transportation to refining facilities. Topics covered include the equipment used, the separation process, and well-completion. Additionally, students are provided with an overview of petroleum refining, which involves converting hydrocarbons into valuable products. There is also a look at the complexity of the refining process and the various products that are created.

What You Will Learn:

• Provide a definition and explanation of the production process
• Know what happens with the field handling of natural gas
• Explain how hydrocracking works
• Provide information on olefin plants’ operations, procedures, and outputs

The goal of this course is to equip students with the necessary abilities to proficiently use PowerPoint in a professional environment. By completing this course, students will gain expertise in creating and delivering top-quality presentations that effectively communicate their ideas and messages to their intended audience. These abilities are crucial for success in numerous professions and fields, making this course a valuable investment in a student’s professional development.

What will you learn:

• Adding slides to presentations
• Applying and modifying animations
• Working with slides
• Producing media files
• Password encryption for your presentations

Here, students explore various alternative sources of energy. Renewable energy is a growing industry in Canada, and we will provide an overview of its impact on energy sustainability. There is a significant opportunity for oil and gas companies in Canada to integrate with renewables fully.

What You Will Learn:

• Define renewable energy and identify its purpose
• Identify the reasons why renewable energy is needed
• Describe fossil fuels, greenhouse gas, and carbon gas emissions in relation to global warming
• Describe the process needed to generate geothermal energy and discuss advantages and disadvantages

This course teaches essential English language skills for success in the business world. Students learn grammar, spelling, syntax, and practical editing for business documents. The goal is to prepare students for fulfilling careers in their respective fields.

What You Will Learn:

• Demonstrate proficiency in proofreading techniques to refine documents
• Acquire an understanding of the principles of on-screen proofreading and apply them effectively
• Implement standard abbreviation rules appropriately to enhance clarity and readability in writing
• Identify and correct errors in pronoun-antecedent agreement to improve the coherence of written communication

This course is designed to provide students with the essential skills needed to succeed in today’s job market. Practical exercises will enhance their communication abilities, increasing their chances of success during the job application process. Upon completion, students have the expertise to create a strategic and compelling résumé. Additionally, they will learn effective job search techniques and hone their presentation skills, enabling them to secure fulfilling employment opportunities.

What will you learn:

• Build your résumé and a strong LinkedIn profile
• The AIDA approach to application letters
• The process involved in job interviews
• Prepare for job interviews

A Capstone Project is an intensive and culminating undertaking where students integrate their knowledge and skills to address a specific problem or challenge within their field, demonstrating their proficiency and readiness for real-world applications. It is a testament to your academic and professional growth, providing a valuable portfolio piece showcasing your abilities.