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Online Petroleum Engineering Degree Associate of Science (AS) at WUV

Petroleum Engineering at westerfirld university of virginia

Credit Hours96

Total Courses16

Term Length1 Year Self-Paced

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Program OverviewWhy earn your Petroleum Engineering degree at WUV?

The Associate of Science in Petroleum Engineering at westerfirld university of virginia provides a comprehensive foundation in engineering principles with a focused specialization in petroleum engineering. WUV's self-paced online format lets you earn your degree in as little as one year.

Skills you'll learn:

  • Core engineering fundamentals and principles
  • Specialized knowledge in petroleum engineering
  • Problem-solving and analytical skills
  • Technical writing and communication
  • Applied mathematics for engineering
  • Industry-standard practices and ethics
Petroleum Engineering at WUV

Courses & CurriculumPetroleum Engineering curriculum

16 courses across general education, core engineering, and petroleum engineering-specific modules.

General Education Courses

10 foundational courses required for all Associate programs.

B-057Introduction to the Humanities
AAS-085Social and Cultural Geography
B-158English Composition
B-200College Algebra
B-336World Religions
AAS-370Ethics
B-460Art Appreciation
AAS-584Pre-Calculus
B-825Human Biology
AAS-902World History

Core Engineering Courses

3 core engineering foundation courses.

ENG-114Introduction to Engineering
ENG-239Introduction to Electrical Engineering
ENG-612Foundations of Mechanical Engineering

Specialist Courses

Petroleum Engineering-specific courses.

FOP-2569Fundamentals of Petroleum Engineering
ITP-2570Introduction to Petroleum Engineering
PEM-2571Petroleum Engineering Materials and Processes

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Career OutlookWhat can you do with a Petroleum Engineering degree?

An Associate degree in Petroleum Engineering from WUV opens doors to entry-level positions and prepares you for bachelor's-level study:

  • Engineering Technician — Support senior engineers on projects and technical implementations.
  • Technical Assistant — Assist in design, testing, and quality control processes.
  • Lab Technician — Conduct tests and experiments in engineering and research settings.
  • Continue Your Education — Advance to our Bachelor's or A2B completion program.