PETE600 PH.D. THESIS
| Course Code: | 5660600 |
| METU Credit (Theoretical-Laboratory hours/week): | 0 (0.00 - 0.00) |
| ECTS Credit: | 130.0 |
| Department: | Petroleum and Natural Gas Engineering |
| Language of Instruction: | English |
| Level of Study: | PhD |
| Course Coordinator: | Assoc.Prof.Dr. İSMAİL DURGUT |
| Offered Semester: | Fall Semesters. |
Course Objectives
This course aims to enable Ph.D. students to conduct independent and original research under the guidance of their academic advisor(s), to develop the ability to define research problems, identify knowledge gaps, and design rigorous methodologies to address them. It further seeks to enhance students’ skills in critical analysis, synthesis of knowledge, and effective communication of research findings through scholarly publications and presentations, while fostering professional ethics, responsibility, and a commitment to advancing scientific knowledge with societal relevance.
Course Content
Program of research leading to Ph.D. degree, arranged between student and a faculty member. Students register to this course in all semesters starting from the beginning of their fall/spring semester while the research program or write-up of thesis is in progress. (F&S)
Course Learning Outcomes
By the end of the thesis course, the student will be able to:
- Define clear and original research questions based on a critical review of the literature.
- Design and implement advanced research methodologies to address complex problems in petroleum and natural gas engineering.
- Analyze, interpret, and synthesize research findings to generate novel insights and contributions to the field.
- Communicate research progress and findings effectively.
- Follow ethical standards and professional responsibilities during the research process.
Assessment
The outcome of this course is reported as either satisfactory or unsatisfactory, based on the advisor’s evaluation of the student’s academic performance, research progress, and contributions at the end of each semester.
Program Outcomes Matrix
| Contribution | |||||
| # | Program Outcomes | No | Yes | ||
| 1 | Conduct independent and original research in areas covered by petroleum and natural gas engineering (petroleum, natural gas, geothermal); generate new knowledge and innovative solutions for complex problems. | ✔ | |||
| 2 | Design and carry out advanced theoretical, analytical, numerical, and experimental studies addressing challenges in petroleum, natural gas, and geothermal exploration, production, drilling, and reservoir management. | ✔ | |||
| 3 | Integrate advanced knowledge from related disciplines such as fluid mechanics, thermodynamics, rock mechanics, and computational modeling to develop new methods and interdisciplinary approaches. | ✔ | |||
| 4 | Evaluate scientific and technological advancements, apply them to new processes and systems, and disseminate research findings through peer-reviewed publications and conferences. | ✔ | |||
| 5 | Communicate technical and scientific knowledge effectively in written and oral form to specialized and broader audiences at national and international levels. | ✔ | |||
| 6 | Understand the social, environmental, economic, and legal implications of petroleum and natural gas engineering, integrating sustainability and ethical responsibility in professional activities. | ✔ | |||
| 7 | Lead and collaborate in interdisciplinary research teams, supervise graduate-level research projects, and mentor future engineers and researchers. | ✔ | |||
| 8 | Stay informed of emerging technologies and innovations in petroleum and natural gas engineering and apply them to advance the field. | ✔ | |||