March 2009

Programmed for the Future

Starting in September 2009, the Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science [FEAS] will introduce new programs: an undergraduate program in process engineering and two course-based graduate programs for full- or part-time students in oil and gas engineering and engineering management. 

"The initiatives the faculty has undertaken are timely, given the growing activities in the oil and gas industries in the province," says Dr. John Quaicoe, P.Eng., Dean of the Faculty. "The new programs will produce graduates who are well qualified to contribute to the economic development of the province." 

Process Engineering 

This program is designed to satisfy the needs of various processing industries, including oil and gas, and mineral processing. It encompasses new development, design, safety and environment, optimization, and operation of sustainable processes for human needs. A process engineer uses biological, chemical, and physical processing of substances to modify their nature, their properties, and/or the composition of mixtures to produce useful products, such as petrochemicals, gasoline, diesel, metals and alloys. Memorial's Faculty of Engineering and Applied Science is the only school in Canada to offer this unique program.

Master of Applied Science in Oil and Gas Engineering 

The oil and gas industry is a complex one, requiring expertise in various areas and technical disciplines. To meet this demand, the faculty has developed multidisciplinary graduate programs in oil and gas engineering. 

The program provides the latest technical knowledge on upstream, production, and downstream aspects of oil and gas engineering, such as drilling engineering, reservoir simulation, environmental protection, risk management, and safety. 

Master of Engineering Management 

The master of engineering management program allows professional engineers to continue in their professional careers, gaining advanced knowledge in their field of engineering, along with formal training in business. 

Knowledge gained from this program is beneficial for large companies, small and medium enterprises, and start-up organizations.

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