Tomsk Polytechnic University Courses

Myths and Facts About Rocks

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The course embraces the following aspects:understanding the key geological concepts, including crystal, mineral and rock;applying basic methods to determine the properties of minerals and structure and texture of rocks;identifying the composition, formation conditions, characteristic features of naturally-occurring and urban environment stone material and to determine its practical significance;identifying rocks and minerals so as to understand their specific application in such areas as building construction, civil engineering, as well as distinguishing ornamental stones or gemstones in the collections;obtaining theoretical background to further one's ability to observe and determine the practical value of rocks.In general, this course provides an overview of some aspects of our world from a geological point of view.

Introduction to Petroleum Engineering

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In this course, you will learn such concepts as oil and gas production, reservoir energy and forces, petroleum deposit drainage, development systems, well operation techniques and much more. Each participant in the course will develop an understanding of field life cycle and interdisciplinary approach to petroleum field development and operation.Throughout the course, we will address the following topical areas:• History of oil and gas application, international petroleum reserves• Fundamentals of Petroleum Geology: rock cycle; oil, gas and water deposits; oil and gas composition; oil generation; prospecting for oil and gas fields• Major exploration techniques, seismic methods, well testing; basics of reservoir engineering and modelling• Basics of well drilling and production