Ministry of Education

Test Blueprint Preparation Manual for Exit Examination

Program: Bachelor of Science Degree in Petroleum engineering

Compiled by:
1. Mr. Muhiyadin Moalin Jigjiga University
2. Mr. Tsegay Kunu Mekelle University

March, 2024
Ministry of Education
JigJiga, Ethiopia
 Table of Contents
1. Introduction ......................................................................................................................................... 1
2. Significance of exit exam blueprint preparation .............................................................................. 2
3. Expected Profile of the Graduate ....................................................................................................... 2
4. Learning Outcomes ............................................................................................................................. 4
5. Competencies ....................................................................................................................................... 5
6. General Objectives of the program .................................................................................................... 7
7. Specific Objectives of the Program .................................................................................................... 8
8. Themes, list of courses, and allocated Credit hour ........................................................................ 10
9. Share of the Themes/Courses/Items in Percentage (%) ................................................................. 13
10. Conclusion ........................................................................................................................................ 24
1. Introduction
The Ministry of Education of Ethiopia has announced the implementation of exit exam for all
undergraduate program students (public and private), beginning with the 2022/2023 academic year, in
order to improve the quality of graduates produced by higher learning institutions. The exit exam aimed
at checking whether students have acquired the required knowledge, skills and attitudes or not. To
implement this, it requires determining competency areas for a specific program, which is already
completed. Based on the competency areas prepared, it needs to plan the construction of tests.
Planning of a test is a first and vital step in the construction of an achievement test. An achievement
test demands very systematic and careful planning, as a fact that good planning is a symbol of success.
Tests are the tools that provide scores that measure level of student learning and study program
learning outcomes. In order to achieve the valid and reliable measurement of student learning and
program learning outcomes, the development of valid and reliable test is the mandatory. Test should be
able to measure student performance in all dimensions of knowledge, skill and attitude. The carefully
planned test construction contributes to improve the overall quality of the test in terms of test content
validity, difficulty level, discrimination power and test reliability. Test preparation is not an easy task;
it requires a careful planning and guideline to make the task simple. Test construction needs the
preparation of test blue print. Test blueprint is defined as a complete plan that explains how to develop
a test. The term refers to a map or specification of assessment to ensure that all aspects of the
curriculum and educational domains are covered by the assessment programs over a specified period of
time. It helps curriculum developers/test constructors to match various competencies with the course
content and the appropriate modality of assessment.

Generally, test blueprint will help to ensure tests: 1) Appropriately assess the achievement of
instructional objectives of the course; 2) Appropriately reflect key course goals, objectives and the
material learned or covered during the instruction period; and 3) Include the appropriate item formats
along with the knowledge and skills being assessed.

Keeping this in mind, the team has prepared this test blueprint document in order to help the test
developers or content specialists in their process of valid and reliable test construction. The major
points considered in the process of preparing this test blue print guideline were the core competencies
that have been already identified for the themes of courses, the course contents, course credit hours, and
the learning outcomes with their corresponding levels of achievement by learning domains. In line with
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these, the number of test items that should adequately assess the performance of students in all the
content topics will be determined through discussion with the content specialists who construct the
blueprint and test for their corresponding study program.

Therefore, the main purpose of this manual is to give direction on how to develop blueprint for content
specialists so that they can develop a test blueprint for their respective program.

2. Significance of exit exam blueprint preparation

Test blueprint preparation is generally opted to assist the preparation of a test that is representative,
broadly sampled, and consisting of complete knowledge domain expected of the Ethiopian higher
education students on completion of their study program. Besides, its relevance is to guide test
developers to set the test items

3. Expected Profile of the Graduate

Graduating petroleum-engineering students should be able to accomplish the following tasks.

 Have the ability to explore, estimate, delineate, and map conventional and unconventional
hydrocarbon reserves, and interpret processes and resources using conventional and up-to date
methods, equipment and standards
 Have sufficient tacit and explicit competence to compare, analyze and synthesize geological,
drilling and production data on petroleum industry operations and processes
 Have the ability to design equipment to extract oil and gas in the most profitable way.
 Be able to develop plans to drill in oil and gas fields, and then to recover the oil and gas
 Be able to complete and evaluate wells, well testing, and well surveys.
 Skill in production engineering methods, artificial lift systems, gas processing, and facility
design to maximize hydrocarbon recovery and production efficiency.
 Familiarity with the structure, operations, and economic aspects of the petroleum industry,
including exploration, production, and asset evaluation.

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 Conduct basic and applied researches in energy resource (including problem identification,
comparing and contrasting, inventorying) and be able to communicate with individuals and the
community
 Adequate skills including understanding of scientific and engineering concepts, effective oral
and written communication, ability to participate in life-long learning, diverse and global
professional careers, project management and decision making.
 Enhanced problem-solving skills that involve designing and conducting experiments, analyzing
and interpreting laboratory as well as field data, innovation and conceptual thinking, and
applying engineering through research and/or industrially oriented projects.
 Ability to understand important issues, such as knowledge and appreciation of the codes of
ethics, awareness and appreciation for health, safety and environmental issues, integrating
ethical, social, health, safety, and environmental issues into practical projects, economic
evaluation and risk assessment, awareness of international standards and specifications.
 Commitment to upholding ethical standards, integrity, and professionalism in all aspects of
petroleum engineering practice.
 Working skills in multi-disciplinary teams; functioning with peers from other disciplines,
integrating information and data from multiple sources, participating in technical seminars and
industrial/professional functions and events, and adaptability to different working environments.
 Conducts research in petroleum engineering to improve the state-of-art of new technologies,
processes, and methods to oil and gas exploration and production.
 Monitor and analyze reservoir performance,
 Find ways to improve production and optimize drilling, completion and recovery methods.
 Design and implement appropriate production, processing and transportation options,
 Estimate the immediate and long-term production capabilities of oil and gas wells and their
ultimate recoverable volumes of oil and gas, Design and working skills in multi-disciplinary
teams;
 Functioning with peers from other disciplines, integrating information and data from multiple
sources, participating in technical seminars and industrial/professional functions and events, and
adaptability to different working environments.

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4. Learning Outcomes
After completing their BSc training those courses presented on the mentioned themes, graduating
students will be able to:

 Demonstrate knowledge in using common petroleum engineering terminology-

understand general terminology common to all sub-disciplines.

 Develop a comprehensive understanding of petroleum exploration and production

techniques, including seismic methods, geological formations, and sedimentary
processes.
 Develop practical skills in utilizing seismic methods and geological data interpretation
tools to identify potential hydrocarbon reservoirs and evaluate their characteristics.
 Acquire knowledge of the fundamental principles underlying the petroleum industry,
including exploration, drilling, reservoir engineering, production, and project
management.
 Gain insights into reservoir rock properties, formation evaluation techniques, and well
logging methods essential for resource assessment and reservoir characterization.
 Acquire proficiency in drilling engineering techniques, including well design, drilling
operations, and well completion methods, while adhering to health, safety, and
environmental regulations.
 Understand the principles of petroleum economics, asset evaluation, and risk analysis
to make informed decisions in resource management and investment planning
 Develop expertise in production engineering principles, natural gas engineering
techniques, and project management methodologies essential for efficient hydrocarbon
extraction and facility operation.
 Cultivate a safety-first mindset and demonstrate a commitment to maintaining health,
safety, and environmental standards in all aspects of petroleum engineering operations.
 Foster a collaborative and interdisciplinary approach to problem-solving, recognizing
the importance of teamwork and effective communication in achieving project
objectives.
 Develop a proactive and adaptable attitude towards technological advancements and
industry innovations, with a focus on continuous learning and professional
development.
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  Embrace ethical principles and integrity in decision-making, considering the social,
economic, and environmental implications of petroleum engineering activities.
 Use project management skills- differentiate the elements (costing, scheduling,
contracting, logistics, etc.) and phases (initiation, planning, execution, closure) of
project management.
 Stakeholder Engagement and Social Performance- understand the key benefits and costs
that upstreamoil & gas development brings to local, regional and global communities.

5. Competencies
Competency of graduate students in Petroleum Engineering will be measured by exit exam at the
end of their training program with emphasis to students’ knowledge, skill, and attitude. The details
of the competency are presented here below by a categorizing knowledge, skills, and attitudes.

Knowledge
Analyzing geological, geochemical, and geophysical data to identify petroleum-signifying
features and new prospects of oil and gas resources.

Understanding the structure and dynamics of the petroleum industry, including exploration,
development, and production processes.

Reservoir rock properties are estimated and their impact on reservoir behavior is evaluated.
Estimate reservoir rock properties, such as porosity, permeability, and fluid saturation, and
evaluate their impact on reservoir behavior.

Economic principles related to petroleum development are applied to cost analysis, risk
assessment, and asset valuation techniques to optimize investment decisions and project
profitability.

Well completion techniques and design considerations are formulated for optimal performance
and safety.

Principles of reservoir engineering are applied to categorize reservoir behavior and recovery
mechanisms.

Develop and conduct well testing, analyzing test results, and optimizing reservoir production
strategies.
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 Understanding role that involves operating production engineering concepts, classifying natural
gas properties, processing techniques, and transportation systems.

Practice hands-on experience with drilling equipment, well completion tools, and production
facilities, and the ability to solve unique challenges and complexities in management of oil and
gas projects.

Analyze and interpret data from core, well tests, well logs, and reservoir simulations to optimize
reservoir performance and enhance hydrocarbon recovery.

Classify natural gas properties, processing techniques, and transportation systems.

Apply project management techniques, including planning, scheduling, budgeting, and risk
management, specifically tailored to oil and gas projects.

Skill
Performing exploration geophysics techniques and software tools to interpret seismic data and
identify potential hydrocarbon reservoirs accurately.

Co-ordinate and analyze geological data, reservoir properties, and production performance to
make informed decisions in petroleum exploration and production.

Proficient in utilizing geological concepts and sedimentological analysis to interpret subsurface

structures, identify reservoir traps, and assess hydrocarbon potential.

lead and participate in emergency response drills and exercises, and coordinate response efforts
in the event of an HSE incident.

monitor and evaluate HSE performance metrics, trends, and indicators, and implement
continuous improvement initiatives.

Hands-on experience with drilling equipment, well completion tools, and production facilities.

Solving unique challenges and complexities faced in management of the oil and gas projects.
Integrating leadership skills in managing project teams and fostering collaboration in a dynamic
industry environment.
Speed-up project performance and implement corrective actions to ensure successful project
delivery within the oil and gas sector.

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 Balance case studies and real-world examples to enhance learning and application of project
management principles in the oil and gas industry.
Design and plan drilling operations for oil and gas wells, considering various factors such as
wellbore stability, formation characteristics, and drilling fluid properties.
Grasp different drilling techniques, such as rotary drilling, percussion drilling, and coiled tubing
drilling, for specific well construction objectives.
Confidentially communicate complex technical concepts effectively to diverse stakeholders,
including colleagues, supervisors, and clients.

Effectively communicate HSE policies, procedures, and guidelines to all levels of the
organization, and ensure compliance with regulatory requirements.

Attitude
Commitment to maintaining high standards of health, safety, and environmental protection in
all aspects of petroleum engineering activities.
Willingness to collaborate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, demonstrating strong
communication, leadership, and interpersonal skills.
cooperate effectively with multidisciplinary teams, including geologists, reservoir engineers,
and production engineers, to achieve project goals and optimize well performance.
Adaptability and resilience to work in dynamic and challenging environments, responding
positively to technological advancements and industry changes.
Continuous learning mindset, actively seeking opportunities for professional development and
staying abreast of emerging trends and best practices in the petroleum industry.
Dedication to upholding ethical standards, integrity, and professionalism in all professional
interactions and decision-making processes considering the social, economic, and
environmental implications of petroleum engineering projects.

6. General Objectives of the program

The objective of the exit exam is to gauge the level of students’ understanding of what they were
supposed to have learned in the field of study and to measure actual academic capabilities of
graduating students. In this context, the objective of the exit exam is to assess whether students
have attained the learning outcome of the petroleum engineering program, which they have

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attended. Some of the general objective of the program are presented S FOLLOEW:
 To develop a strong foundation in geosciences, engineering principles, and industry
practices relevant to petroleum engineering.
 To aquire and equip students with technical skills, analytical abilities, and problem-solving
capabilities necessary to address challenges in the oil and gas industry.
 To foster critical thinking, creativity, and innovation in the design, implementation, and
optimization of petroleum engineering processes and operations.
 To Develop commitment to ethical conduct, professionalism, and environmental
stewardship in all aspects of petroleum engineering practice.
 To Aware and prepare graduates for successful careers in various roles within the oil and
gas industry, including exploration, drilling, production, reservoir engineering, and project
management.

7. Specific Objectives of the Program

The specific objectives of the program are to:
encourage students to put more effort into their studies, and to develop good habits of
continuous learning and self-improvements in all aspects of the petroleum upstream activities
encourage students to put more effort into their studies, and to develop good habits of
continuous learning and self-improvements
meet the educational, research and service needs of the country by producing high quality
graduates
produce skilled and competent manpower for national and international market
assess student’s educational achievement in major areas of Petroleum Engineering
assess whether the graduation profile of the Petroleum Engineering curriculum has achieved at
least common standards of knowledge and practical skills
identify sedimentary rocks relevant to petroleum system application as source rock, reservoir
rock, seal and cap rock.
apply stratigraphy principles with their geological formations, and their significance in
petroleum exploration.
analyze Ethiopian sedimentary basins with their petroleum potential.
perform petroleum exploration in new frontiers using geological, geochemical, and geophysical
techniques.

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apply seismic methods in imaging subsurface structures and identifying potential hydrocarbon
reservoirs.
determine source rock maturity that could generate oil and/or gas resources.
be able to select petroleum plays and prospects to delineate potential petroleum sites.
know the structure and dynamics of the petroleum industry, including exploration, appraisal,
development, production, and abandonment processes.
calculate reservoir rock properties such as porosity, permeability, and saturation.
estimate oil and gas reserves using volumetric, material balance, etc.
manage problems caused oil and gas conning in reservoirs
identify what method to use to predict reservoir performance
analyze PVT (pressure, volume, and temperature) of a reservoir so as to identify the type of
fluids
identify the type of fluid flow and reservoir geometry in porous media and estimate the amount
of flow-rate and permeability using the needed partial differential equations.
know key concepts in petroleum economics such as time value of money, discount rate, NPV,
IRR, etc.
review practical examples of production sharing agreements, and determine each party’s final
share
design and interpret pressure transient well testing, pressure build-up, draw-down, and multi-
rate test
evaluate the formation damage and its skin factor.
give solutions for sand production challenges
design completion techniques and selection of casing types specifically for sand control
purpose, optimal reservoir performance and safety.
ensure safe and efficient well construction using different drilling techniques, equipment, and
procedures in oil and gas wells.
calculate reservoir properties such as porosity, permeability, and saturation using well logs data
select which groups of wire-line logs to run in a given well
maximize hydrocarbon production rates while minimizing operational costs

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8. Themes, list of courses, and allocated Credit hour
Graduating students are expected to have critical set of skills. Petroleum Engineering programme
developed competency areas/categories, which in this case was condensed into five thematic areas.
Table 1: List of themes in the Petroleum Engineering program

SN List of themes in the Petroleum Engineering program Credit ECTS

hours

1 Petroleum Geoscience 10 16

2 General Petroleum Engineering 8 13

3 Drilling and Completions Engineering 9 15

4 Reservoir Engineering 9 15

5 Petroleum Production Engineering 9 15

Total 45 75

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 Table 2: List of Petroleum Engineering courses for the Exit Exam

S. No Themes of Courses Course name C.hr ECTS Remarks

1 Petroleum Geoscience Petroleum Seismic Methods 3 5

Petroleum Geology 3 5 22%

Sedimentology & Stratigraphy 4 6

2 General Petroleum Introduction to Petroleum Industry 3 5

Engineering
Reservoir Rock Properties 2 3 18%

Petroleum Economics and Asset Evaluation 3 5

3 Drilling and Drilling Engineering 3 5

Completion
Petroleum HSE (Health, Safety and Environment) 3 5 20%
Engineering
Well Completion and Design 3 5

4 Reservoir Engineering Reservoir Engineering 3 5

Formation Evaluation and Well logging 3 5 20%

Well Testing and Analysis 3 5

5 Petroleum Production Production Engineering 3 5

Engineering Natural Gas Engineering 3 5 20%
Project Management in oil and gas 3 5

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 Example for the calculation of share of themes, courses and items for a course from a total of
100% (500) test items for one program
Cognitive Domain

Test Items for

Course Name

Weight of the

each course
Number of

Psychomoto
Understand
Cr. Hrs.

Remember
Themes

course

Affective
Evaluate
Analyze

Create
(%)
S.N

Apply

Total
r
Petroleum Petroleum Seismic 3 3/10= 0.3*22.2=7 2 7
4 1
Geoscience Methods 0.3
1 Petroleum Geology 3 3/10= 0.3*22.2=7 1 1 7
2 2 1
Share=22 0.3
Sedimentology & 4 4/10= 0.4*22.2=8 1 2 1 2 1 1 8
Stratigraphy 0.4
Total credit of General Petroleum 10 22 1 8 1 5 2 - 1 4 22
Geoscience
2 General Introduction to 3 3/8= 0.375*17.8= 2 2 1 1 1 7
Petroleum Petroleum Industry 0.375 7
Engineering Reservoir Rock 2 2/8= 0.25*17.8=4 1 1 1 1 4
Properties 0.25
Share=18 Petroleum 3 3/8= 0.375*17.8= 1 2 2 1 1 7
Economics and 0.375 7
Asset Evaluation
Total credit of General Petroleum 8 18 3 5 2 2 1 2 3 18
Engineering
Drilling and Drilling Engineering 3 3/9= 0.33*20=7 1 2 2 2 7
Completion 0.33
3. Engineering Petroleum HSE 3 3/9= 0.33*20=6 2 1 1 2 6
Share= 20 (Health, Safety and 0.33
Environment)
Well Completion 3 3/9= 0.33*20=7 2 1 2 1 1 7
and Design 0.33
Total credit of Drilling and 9 20 3 3 5 4 2 3 20
Completion Engineering
4. Reservoir Reservoir 3 3/9= 0.33*20=7 3 2 2 7
Engineering Engineering 0.33

Share = 20 Formation 3 3/9= 0.33*20=7 1 1 2 1 2 7

Evaluation and Well 0.33
logging

Well Testing and 3 3/9= 0.33*20=6 1 1 1 2 1 - 6

Analysis 0.33

Total credit of Reservoir 9 20 1 2 2 7 4 4 20

Engineering
5. Production Production 3 3/9=0.3 0.33*20=7 2 2 1 1 1 7
Engineering Engineering 3
Share = 20 Natural Gas 3 3/9=0.3 0.33*20=7 - 2 1 2 1 1 7
Engineering 3
Project 3 3/9= 0.33*20=6 4 2 6
Management in oil 0.33
and gas
Total credit of Production 9 20 4 1 4 2 1 4 4 20
Engineering
Total for the program 100 5 22 9 23 9 5 9 18 100
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9. Table of Specification with Share of the Themes/Courses/Items in Percentage (%)

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Themes and Name and Cred General Specific objectives /learning The three domains and their Levels

Total No. of items

Share of the Share of the it objective/Competency outcomes Cognitive
themes in % Courses in hour

Creation/Synth
Understanding

for the course

%

Psychomotor
Remembering

Application

Evaluation

Affective
Analysis

esis
Petroleum Petroleum 3
Geoscience Seismic 4 1 2 7
Methods Recognize basics of seismology 1
(share for the (7)
theme is Seismic acquisition Classify different seismic
1
22) techniques for acquisition equipment
exploration and repeat acquisition of seismic
refraction data. 1
exploitation of
Estimate the time taken &
conventional - velocity of seismic wave, and
petroleum and 1
depth & number of layers using
unconventional refraction.
geologic resources. Identify 1D, 2D, 3D, & 4D
Seismic reflection relevance to
study the hidden earth’s 2
structures, their lithology and
their composition.

Apply seismic reflection 1

techniques for exploration
geologic resources.

Petroleum 3
Geology Understanding 2 2 1 1 1 7
(7) geological concepts in Examine the types of kerogen for 14
1
theoccurrence, the occurrence of petroleum
migration, Identify petroleum system 1
 accumulation of elements and processes
petroleum to identify practice and propose petroleum 1 1
petroleum prospects exploration techniques in team
work.
Evaluate source rock maturity 1
Analyzing and evaluation of
biomarkers, carbon isotopes,
Fluid Inclusion to know 1
Reservoir geochemistry,
reservoir compartmentalization.
Describe petroleum play and
prospects. 1

Sedimentary 4
and 1 2 1 2 1 1 8
Stratigraphy Examine sedimentary Classify, describe, identify and
(8) rocks, and apply the name the major types of 2
principles of sedimentary rocks
stratigraphy to Recognize sedimentary
petroleum exploration, processes and interpret them in 1
and identify subsurface rocks.
structures. Characterize the major
sedimentary environments and
1
assess equivalent facies in the
geologic record.
Analyze different sedimentary
rocks and structures to
2
accumulation of geologic
resources
Apply principles of stratigraphy
to characterize sedimentary 1
basins using
Grasp the Ethiopian sedimentary 1
basins with their petroleum
potential

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 2 2 1 1 1 7
General 3
Petroleum Introduction Outline the structure Classify sources, composition 1
Engineering to Petroleum and dynamics of and types of petroleum.
petroleum industry
(share for the Industry from exploration to Distinguish petroleum value 1
theme 18) production in chain
(7)
consideration of Review fundamentals of 1
engineering ethics and Reservoir Rock and Fluid
professionalism. Properties
Select drilling Operations and 1
Rig components
Memorize common petroleum 2
terminologies.
Balance developing and 1
producing petroleum with
community and environment
concern.
1 1 1 1 4
Reservoir 2
rock Understand basic rock Professionally indicate 1
properties properties of the oil significance of reservoir rock
(4) and gas reservoirs properties on petroleum system.

Evaluate the reservoir oil and gas 1

storage capacity
calculate reservoir rock 1
properties
Describe factors that affect the 1
reservoir rock properties
Petroleum 1 2 2 1 1 7
Economics 3
Optimize investment Understand key concepts and 1
and Asset
terms of petroleum economics

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 Evaluation decisions and project Identify types of petroleum fiscal 2
(7) profitability by systems and choose applicable
understanding in to Ethiopia
petroleum economics Develop key financial health 1
and asset valuation. indicators to track during oilfield
development and production
Understand main types and 2
elements of fiscal regimes that
are used around the world
Notice the value of petroleum 1
assets
Drilling and Drilling 1 2 2 2 7
completion Engineering 3
Engineering (7) Analyze and select Review the five systems of the 1
appropriate drilling drilling rig components
(share for the techniques, equipment,
theme 20) And procedures used in Arrange down-hole assembly 1
oil and gas wells used in drilling operations

Compare drilling fluids 1

Mimic casing design for oil and 1
gas wells
Perform cement placement 1
techniques
Examine directional drilling 1
Prepare solutions associated with 1
drilling challenges.

Applying health, 2 1 1 2 6
Petroleum 3 safety, and
HSE (Health, environmental
Safety and Demonstrate technical guidelines 1
regulations to perform of HSE to each petroleum
Environment)
operations
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(6) best practices of Differentiate HSE risk 1
petroleum operations. management
tools
Manage HSE complexities in 1
upstream industry.
Carry out volunteer activities 2
related to HSE accident

Measuring HSE performance 1

Well 3 2 1 2 1 1 7
Completion
and Design Formulate well Examination of types of well 1
(7) completion techniques completions
and design
considerations for Precisely complete an oil and/or 1
optimal reservoir gas well interface between
performance and
reservoir and production
safety.
facilities.

Design open-hole completions, 1

paying special attention to
perforations and simulations
Recognize inflow performance 2
and production-related pressure
drops, and the effect of well
geometry
Operate completion designs for 1
sand control purpose
Analyze tubing well performance 1

3 2 2 7

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 Practice reservoir Calculate oil and gas reserve 1
Reservoir Reservoir 3 engineering principles, Estimate volume of oil in place 1
Engineering Engineering including fluid flow in and Net rock volume by
(20) (7)
porous media to applying volumetric equations
categorize reservoir
behavior, and recovery Analyze the PVT of reservoir 1
mechanisms.
select the type drive mechanism 1
for specific reservoir to produce/
recover petroleum fluids to the
surface

Smoothly determine the oil and 1

gas reservoir by applying
material balance

Easily estimate the flow-rate of a 1

fluid in given reservoir
Calculate the permeability of oil 1
or gas reservoir

1 1 2 1 2 7
Formation 3 Identify type of well logs and its
Evaluation Characterize the wire-line components
and Well reservoir formation by 1

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logging interpreting different Routinely interpret different well 2
(7) well logs and cross- logs and cross-plots to estimate
plots. reservoir properties

Determine saturation of 2
hydrocarbon using Archie
equation
choose groups of wire line logs 1
to run in a given well
choose lithology by interpreting 1
different well logs
Well Testing 3 1 1 2 1 1 6
and Analysis
(6) Optimize reservoir Recognize the relevance of well- 1
production strategies testing
Apply pressure build-up test to a 1
by conducting and
reservoir
analyzing well test
Analyze data and assess 1 1
strengths and limitations of well
test interpretation

Determine pressure draw-down 1

of reservoir by interference and
Pulse Tests

Follow well test techniques to 1

the damaged formation or skin
effect of formation
Production Operate artificial lift
Engineering 3 2 2 1 1 1 7

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 (7) methods, well Review components of oilfield 1
stimulation techniques, surface facilities
Production
Engineering and surface facilities Determine near-well bore 1
(20) damage and characterize effect
design for optimum
of skin damage
production.
Identify challenges associated in 1 1
production and plan remedies
Handle the impact of sand 1
production-precisely with the
support of gravel pack method

Screen, and operate artificial lifts 1

on reservoir pressure depletion.

Examine the role of production 1

engineers to reservoir
management to prolong its life
with optimum production.

2 1 2 1 1 7
Identifying natural gas origins 1
Natural Gas and accumulations
3
Engineering
Distinguishes the unique issues 1
(7)
Producing processing, encountered in natural gas
transporting, and development and Production
utilizing natural gas Describe natural gas composition 1 1
and grasp phase behavior easily

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 resources. Assessing the challenges of 1 1
natural gas transportation in
pipelines, and uses of
compressed natural gas
Demonstrating the requirements 1
of natural gas processing
Project 3 Successfully plan, 4 2 6
Management
execute, and deliver Experience of managing 1
in oil and gas
(6) projects within scope, resources effectively
schedule, and budget Be aware of Safety-first mindset 1
constraints while drives project management in oil
ensuring compliance and gas.
with safe working Automatically conduct tendering, 1
environment. bidding and avoid contract traps
Maximizing efficiency by 1
balancing to achieve project
goals with mitigating risks.
deliver value to stakeholders.
Communicate friendly and 2
professionally with all
stakeholders
Total Number of Items 100

Appendix

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S. Themes Course Name Cr. Share of Competencies
N Hrs Cognitive Affective Psychomotor Total
Petroleum Geoscience Petroleum Seismic Methods 3 5 2 7

Petroleum Geology 3 5 1 1 7
1 Share=22
Sedimentology & Stratigraphy 4 7 1 8
2 General Petroleum Engineering Introduction to Petroleum Industry 3 5 1 1 7
Reservoir Rock Properties 2 3 1 4
Share=18 Petroleum Economics and Asset Evaluation 3 5 1 1 7
Drilling and Completion Drilling Engineering 3 5 - 2 7
Engineering Petroleum HSE (Health, Safety and 3 4 2 6
3. Share= 20 Environment)
Well Completion and Design 3 6 1 7
4. Reservoir Engineering Reservoir Engineering 3 5 2 7
Share = 20
Formation Evaluation and Well logging 3 5 2 7

Well Testing and Analysis 3 5 - 1 6

6. Production Engineering Production Engineering 3 6 1 7

Share = 20 Natural Gas Engineering 3 6 1 7

Project Management in oil and gas 3 4 2 6

Total 45 72 9 19 100

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10. Conclusion

Exit examination can have a vital role in producing knowledgeable, skillful and attitudinal matured graduates. It contributes to prepare
competent graduates as it can serve as a quality check for effectiveness. It also helps in improving academic programs quality and
effectiveness. Furthermore, it can create the platform for cooperation among academic programs at different universities to work jointly to
improve the programs quality.
In view of this, this document is produced to assist the setting of the exit examinations for all programs, which is being delivered by
Ministry of Education. To meet the graduation profile, competency and learning outcome, exit exam competency selection and
identifying core course was done for 2016 E.C. graduating students. As a result, preparing test blueprint is necessary to prepare fairly
distributed items based on the above criteria.

Exit exam of graduating students that measure learning outcomes, graduate profiles and whether university program meets
the quality standards of the profession. The petroleum engineering exit exam will contain fifteen courses in five areas of
specialization.

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