This paper describes the creation and presentation of a new undergraduate course to educate petroleum engineers in HSE issues. It contributes both to the competencies specified by the employer, and to the educational mission. The course makes a significant contribution to the development of student's soft skills, such as communication, out-of-the box thinking, and ethical responsibilities. Significant commitment has been shown by the students in adopting the HSE behaviours that will be expected of them in the petroleum industry.

Keywords:
personnel competence, emphasis, petroleum engineering, hse education, presentation, Engineering, health, proposal, accident, Upstream Oil & Gas
Subjects:
HSSE & Social Responsibility Management, Safety, Environment, Professionalism, Training, and Education, Personnel competence
Copyright 2006, Society of Petroleum Engineers
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