Associate of Science in Petroleum Services
Nicholls State University
Program Details
The online AS in Petroleum Services degree program from Nicholls State University is designed to prepare students for entry-level employment in petro-technical positions. Course work covers a range of topics including:
- Federal and state regulations, consensus standards, and industry best practices
- Common terminology used in all phases of the petroleum industry and the business segments that make up the petroleum industry
- Various methods used in locating possible petroleum deposits through the use of maps, well logs, and seismic techniques
- The six common types of Mobil Offshore Drilling Units (MODU), common tools, components, and the advantages and limitations of each
- Components and processes required for safe production, storage, and transportation of hydrocarbons
Learning Pace
Institution-PacedLearning Schedule
Asynchronous% Online
100% OnlineProgram Accreditation & Licensing
Association of Technology, Management, and Applied Engineering (ATMAE)
School Accreditation & Licensing
Nicholls State University is accredited by:
Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC)
Program Requirements & Restrictions
Minimum Education
High School or EquivalentRecommended GPA
2.0 or above (4.0 scale)Admission Tests
ACT/SATApplication Requirements
Official High School Transcript/GED Score