Geology in Petroleum and Mining Engineering Departments’ Curriculum

On January 11th, 2024, the Petroleum Engineering Department, Faculty of Engineering at Tishk International University (TIU) hosted a seminar by Dr. Fadhil Ali, Head of the Department.This seminar, a key installment in TIU’s ongoing internal seminar series, focused on the crucial topic of integrating geological subjects into the Petroleum Engineering curriculum.

Dr. Fadhil Ali elaborated on the importance of geology in understanding natural resources like oil, gas, and minerals. He discussed five key subjects:

  1. General Geology
  2. Structural Geology
  3. Petroleum Geology
  4. Applied Geophysics
  5. Mineralogy, each tailored for specific academic levels.

The seminar provided insights into the relevance of each geological branch, emphasizing their role in engineering education. This event underlines TIU’s dedication to enriching its curriculum and enhancing student knowledge in petroleum and mining engineering.