Skip to main content
WVU Online
Request Info Start Application Resume Application

Midstream Petroleum Engineering Graduate Certificate

Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources

A Statler student sits at her computer and checks her work
Unlock a realm of innovation and opportunity with WVU's Midstream Petroleum Engineering Graduate Certificate program, offered by the Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources. Now is the time to immerse yourself in a dynamic and critical sector of the energy industry, where you play a pivotal role in ensuring the efficient and safe transportation, storage, and distribution of oil and gas resources.

Cost:

$785 / Cost per credit hour *

Courses and Credits:

4 Courses / 12 Credits

Duration:

About one year / 8-week terms

Dates:

Next Start: January 12, 2026 Admission Term: Fall, Spring

Learning Format:

Online courses

Request Info How to Apply

Program Overview

Harness the Future of Energy

The Midstream Petroleum Engineering Graduate Certificate program is designed to provide you with hands-on expertise to tackle real-world challenges in the oil and gas sector. Focused on optimization methodologies, you will master the art of enhancing efficiency across transportation, storage, and processing infrastructures. Backed by esteemed faculty and cutting-edge resources, you will thrive in an encouraging educational setting that nurtures both personal and professional development.

  • Master Essential Skills: Gain core competency in applying engineering solutions to midstream oil and natural gas facilities.
  • Optimize Operations: Learn how to perform analyses to enhance the efficiency of midstream oil and natural gas operations.
  • Thrive with Support: Experience personalized guidance from industry-leading faculty and leverage state-of-the-art resources.

Curriculum

The curriculum of the Midstream Petroleum Engineering Graduate Certificate program is meticulously crafted to provide you with a comprehensive understanding of midstream operations. Through a blend of theoretical knowledge and practical application, you will learn to monitor, maintain, and optimize midstream oil and natural gas facilities. Our program ensures you are well-prepared to address the industry's current and future challenges, making a meaningful impact in the field.

Learning Outcomes

Courses in this program will prepare you to:

  • Apply engineering solutions to monitor and maintain midstream facilities.
  • Perform analysis for optimization of midstream operations.

Performance Requirements

A minimum cumulative GPA of 3.0 in the certificate program courses is required. This will assure that the students have sufficient competencies to progress successfully in the program.

Program Requirements

The 12-hour online program consists of 4 courses that collectively expose students to oil and natural gas midstream engineering operations.

Required Course

  • MPGE 6 10: Fundamentals of Midstream Petroleum Engineering (PR: Graduate Standing), 3 credit hours

Elective Courses, 9 credit hours
Select three of the following:

  • MPGE 620: Design and Monitoring of the Petroleum Transportation Facilities (PR: Graduate Standing), 3 credit hours
  • MPGE 640: Fundamentals of the Natural Gas Processing (PR: Graduate Standing), 3 credit hours
  • MPGE 650: Design and Operation of the Storage Facilities (PR: Graduate Standing), 3 credit hours
  • MPGE 655: Carbon Capture and Sequestration (PR: MPE 630 and 650), 3 credit hours
  • MPGE 680: Midstream Petroleum Engineering Project Economic Analysis (PR: MPE 610 and 630), 3 credit hours
  • MPGE 693: Special Topics, 3 credit hours
  • MPGE 695: Independent Study, 3 credit hours
Only courses with grades of "A," "B," or "C" can be used to meet the coursework requirements. To be in good standing, a regular student must maintain at least a cumulative GPA of 3.0 grade point average for all certificate program courses. Students whose cumulative GPA falls below 3.0 will be placed on academic probation. If the GPA is not brought up to 3.0 by the end of the following semester, the student will be suspended from the program. Students who are suspended from the program will not be allowed to enroll in program courses for one year.

Total: 12 credit hours

Connect With Us

Dr. Kashy Aminian Benjamin M. Statler College of Engineering and Mineral Resources

304-293-7682 Kashy.Aminian@mail.wvu.edu

Explore Profile Schedule Chat
Placeholder

Program Requirements and Eligibility

  • Earned a B.S. degree in engineering from an ABET-accredited or an internationally recognized engineering program, or a B.S. degree in an equivalent field with a grade point average (GPA) equal to, or greater than, 3.0 (on a 4.0 scale).
  • Experience in the field may be considered for admission depending on length and type of experience.

Admissions Process and How to Apply

  • International students must demonstrate proficiency in communicating in English (a minimum TOEFL score of 550, or IBT score of 79, or IELTS score of 6.5). Students who have completed a recent four-year bachelor’s degree in the United States of America need not submit these scores.
  • At least one recommendation letter from an academic or professional reference.
How to Apply

Tuition, Fees and Financial Aid

Since certificates are considered non-degree-seeking programs, they don't qualify for financial aid. However, many certificate programs allow you to transition into a full degree, at which point financial aid can be applied.

Tuition and fees are usually not the only educational expenses you may have while pursuing a degree. You may have other costs such as books, supplies, and living expenses. Visit the Estimate Costs and Aid webpage to estimate and plan for other potential expenses.

Tuition per credit hour is listed on the page of your program of interest. Please note, tuition and fees are reviewed and subject to change at the start of each academic year.


Careers and Employment

Graduates of the Midstream Petroleum Engineering Graduate Certificate program are well-equipped for a variety of engineering-oriented leadership roles. With the specialized skills and knowledge gained, your expertise will be critical in ensuring the efficient processing, transportation, and storage of oil and natural gas resources.

Career Paths

  • Pipeline Systems Engineer
  • Gas Storage Engineer
  • Process Engineers
  • Gas Control Engineer
  • Project Manager
  • Gas Pipeline Safety Engineer

Explore Program

Get in Touch

The WVU Online team is here for you during your online learning journey. We can help you navigate the curriculum of your program of interest, understand the application process, and keep you posted on upcoming events and deadlines.

Request Information