Petroleum engineering courses can help you learn drilling techniques, reservoir management, production optimization, and safety protocols. You can build skills in data analysis, project management, and environmental impact assessment. Many courses introduce tools like simulation software, geological modeling programs, and data visualization platforms, that support analyzing subsurface conditions and enhancing extraction processes.

Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
Skills you'll gain: Physical Science, Physics, Global Positioning Systems, Estimation, Ancient History, Systems Of Measurement, General Science and Research, World History, Biology, Environment, Chemistry, Scientific Visualization
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign
Skills you'll gain: Environment, Chemistry, Environmental Science, Plant Operations and Management, Biochemistry, Laboratory Testing
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Automation Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Computer Programming Tools, Simulation and Simulation Software, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering Calculations, Software Development Tools, Numerical Analysis, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Algorithms, Control Systems, Applied Mathematics, Differential Equations, Linear Algebra
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Colorado System
Skills you'll gain: Estimation, Applied Mathematics, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Modeling, Control Systems, Simulation and Simulation Software, Probability & Statistics, System Implementation, Computer Programming Tools
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

University of Michigan
Skills you'll gain: Matplotlib, Network Analysis, Social Network Analysis, Feature Engineering, Data Visualization, Data Visualization Software, Interactive Data Visualization, Scientific Visualization, Pandas (Python Package), Applied Machine Learning, Supervised Learning, Text Mining, Visualization (Computer Graphics), Statistical Visualization, Jupyter, NumPy, Graph Theory, Natural Language Processing, Python Programming, Data Processing
Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

Siemens
Skills you'll gain: Engineering Analysis, Thermal Management, Simulations, Mechanical Engineering, Hydraulics, Numerical Analysis, Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Chemical Engineering
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

École Polytechnique Fédérale de Lausanne
Skills you'll gain: Spatial Analysis, Spatial Data Analysis, GIS Software, Geographic Information Systems, Geospatial Mapping, Geostatistics, Interactive Data Visualization, Data Integration, Data Mapping, Augmented Reality, Sampling (Statistics)
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Generative AI, Natural Language Processing, Business Intelligence, Content Creation, Risk Mitigation
Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Google Cloud
Skills you'll gain: Google Cloud Platform, Cloud Infrastructure, Prompt Engineering, Kubernetes, Containerization, Cloud Storage, Cloud Services, Identity and Access Management, Application Deployment, Virtual Machines, Cloud Computing, Application Development, Generative AI Agents, Network Infrastructure, Serverless Computing, Scalability
Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

IBM
Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing Architecture, Technical Support, Technical Support and Services, Cloud Services, Generative AI, Hardware Troubleshooting, IT Service Management, Cloud Security, Cybersecurity, Desktop Support, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Computing, Professional Networking, Data Storage, Peripheral Devices, Information Technology, Cloud Infrastructure, Customer Service
Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

Northwestern University
Skills you'll gain: Machine Controls, Automation Engineering, Robotic Process Automation, Mathematical Modeling, Mechanics, Control Systems, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Simulation and Simulation Software, Engineering Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Calculus
Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

Vanderbilt University
Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, ChatGPT, Generative AI, Prompt Patterns, Ideation, Verification And Validation, LLM Application, Productivity, AI Personalization, OpenAI, Responsible AI, Artificial Intelligence, Large Language Modeling, Risk Management Framework, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning (AI/ML), Testability, Creative Thinking, Human Computer Interaction, Scenario Testing, Creative Problem-Solving
Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months