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Geological Field Trip to Khanas District

2025-08-30T13:54:38+03:00

As part of its academic and practical training curriculum, the Petroleum and Mining Engineering Department at Tishk International University (TIU) successfully conducted a geological field excursion on May 24, 2025, to the Khanas district. This field trip was organized to enhance students' understanding of core geological and petroleum-related concepts through real-world observation and field-based learning. Objectives of the Field Excursion The primary goals of the trip were to: Familiarize students with local stratigraphic units and their geological significance. Observe and interpret sedimentological characteristics such as rock textures, layers, and depositional structures. Identify and analyze components of the petroleum system, including [...]

Geological Field Trip to Khanas District2025-08-30T13:54:38+03:00

TIU Hosts 5-Day Training on Sulfur Recovery for North Gas

2025-08-30T13:52:31+03:00

From May 18 to May 22, 2025, the Petroleum and Mining Engineering Department at Tishk International University (TIU) successfully organized an intensive five-day training program titled “Desulfurization and Producing Sulfur from H₂S Gas” for engineers from North Gas Company—one of Iraq’s leading public oil and gas enterprises. This marks the first program in a series of three scheduled training sessions that aim to build academic-industry synergy and foster long-term collaboration between TIU and North Gas Company. The training followed the company’s recent hosting of TIU students for internship placements, laying the foundation for reciprocal technical exchange and partnership development. Training [...]

TIU Hosts 5-Day Training on Sulfur Recovery for North Gas2025-08-30T13:52:31+03:00

Industrial Lecture: Extended Reach Drilling

2025-08-30T13:48:43+03:00

As part of the Spring Semester Industry Lecture Program, the Petroleum and Mining Engineering Department (PAME) at Tishk International University organized a technical session titled “Extended Reach Drilling: From Well Design to Execution” on May 8, 2025. The event was specifically tailored for fourth-year students enrolled in the Directional Drilling Technology course and attracted a diverse audience of over 30 participants, including university staff, students from various departments, and industry professionals. The lecture was delivered by Mr. Sameer Younus, a seasoned drilling expert with over 15 years of experience in national and international petroleum drilling companies. With extensive knowledge in [...]

Industrial Lecture: Extended Reach Drilling2025-08-30T13:48:43+03:00

National Workshop on Advances in Drilling Techniques

2025-08-30T13:35:21+03:00

The Petroleum and Mining Engineering Department (PAME) at Tishk International University successfully held its national workshop titled "Advances in Drilling Techniques – Tools for Deviating and Surveying in Directional Drilling" on Thursday, April 24, 2025. The event welcomed a large number of participants, including students from all grades, lecturers, professors, and staff members from the department. The workshop was led by Dr. Mohammed Ali Namuq, Assistant Professor at the American University of Kurdistan, who brought extensive academic and industry experience to the audience. A Day of Learning and Networking The program started with a welcome speech from the Head of [...]

National Workshop on Advances in Drilling Techniques2025-08-30T13:35:21+03:00

National Workshop: Advances in Drilling Techniques

2025-08-30T13:33:15+03:00

The Petroleum and Mining Engineering Department (PAME) at Tishk International University is pleased to announce a workshop focused on recent advances in drilling technologies, particularly those related to wellbore deviation and surveying in directional drilling. We are honored to host Dr. Mohammed Ali Namuq, Assistant Professor at the American University of Kurdistan, as our distinguished guest speaker. Dr. Mohammed holds a PhD in Petroleum Engineering and brings with him over 15 years of experience in both academia and the oil and gas industry. The workshop will be held at Tishk International University, Hall 201 (Main Building) on Thursday, April 24, [...]

National Workshop: Advances in Drilling Techniques2025-08-30T13:33:15+03:00

Drilling Fluid Competition Successfully Held at TIU

2025-08-30T13:29:40+03:00

On February 27, 2025, the Drilling Fluid Competition was successfully held at Tishk International University (TIU). The event was a collaborative effort by the TIU Society of Petroleum Engineers (SPE) Student Chapter, the SPE Northern Iraq Section, and Pulsar Petroleum Company. The competition brought together participants and guests from various universities across the Kurdistan Region of Iraq, including Soran University, Koya University, Sulaymaniyah Polytechnic University (SPU), and the American University of Iraq, Sulaimani (AUIS). A Day of Technical and Practical Challenges The event began with a welcome speech from Dr. Fadhil Ali, Head of the Petroleum and Mining Engineering Department, [...]

Drilling Fluid Competition Successfully Held at TIU2025-08-30T13:29:40+03:00

Industrial Lecture: Drilling Fluids and Rheology

2025-08-30T13:26:45+03:00

On February 23, 2025, the Petroleum and Mining Engineering Department (PAME) at TIU hosted Engineer Arya Fallah from Pulsar Petroleum Company for a specialized lecture as part of the Petroleum Drilling Engineering II course for third-grade students. Bridging Theory with Practice Engineer Arya Fallah, representing a drilling fluid engineering service company, conducted the session in the Petroleum Drilling Fluid Laboratory, bringing along industry-grade equipment to provide students with a hands-on learning experience. His lecture focused on drilling fluid rheological properties, directly aligning with the course syllabus and giving students a clearer understanding of how theoretical knowledge translates into real-world industry [...]

Industrial Lecture: Drilling Fluids and Rheology2025-08-30T13:26:45+03:00

PAME Welcomes Peshang Private Institute for Academic Visit

2025-08-30T12:58:47+03:00

On February 11, 2025, a group of third-stage students from the Department of Oil and Gas at Peshang Private Institute, accompanied by their lecturers, visited the Petroleum and Mining Engineering Department at Tishk International University (TIU). This visit was arranged in coordination between our department and the management of Peshang Private Institute. A Day of Exploration and Learning The visit began with a warm welcome from Mr. Ibrahim Fatih, a staff member of our department, who introduced the students to TIU in one of the university halls. They watched the TIU introduction video, followed by a short presentation from Mr. [...]

PAME Welcomes Peshang Private Institute for Academic Visit2025-08-30T12:58:47+03:00

TIU Petroleum Students Complete Internship at North Gas Company

2025-08-30T12:53:49+03:00

The Department of Petroleum and Mining Engineering at Tishk International University (TIU) successfully conducted a two-week internship program for fourth-grade students at North Gas Company in Kirkuk City. The intensive training, which ran from January 26 to February 6, 2025, aimed to enhance students' technical knowledge and prepare them for real-world challenges in the oil and gas sector. Bridging the Gap Between Academia and Industry During the program, students gained valuable industry experience through practical sessions, theoretical lectures, exams, and evaluations. This hands-on initiative was a crucial step in preparing them for professional careers. The department’s staff member, Mr. Omar [...]

TIU Petroleum Students Complete Internship at North Gas Company2025-08-30T12:53:49+03:00

Departmental Seminar: Well Control in Drilling Operations

2025-08-30T12:51:45+03:00

On Tuesday, February 4, 2025, the Petroleum and Mining Engineering Department at Tishk International University (TIU) successfully organized a seminar on "Well Control in Drilling Operations." The session was presented by Mohammed Ariwan Jamal and aimed to provide students and faculty with a deeper understanding of well control systems and their critical role in drilling. Understanding Well Control Systems During the seminar, Mr. Jamal highlighted the function of well control systems in detecting, preventing, and managing kicks in drilling operations. He explained the significance of primary and secondary well control methods to ensure safety and efficiency. Attendees also learned about [...]

Departmental Seminar: Well Control in Drilling Operations2025-08-30T12:51:45+03:00
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