Petroleum Geophysics Certificate
The Online Petroleum Geophysics Certificate program at Mines is custom-designed for geoscientists wishing to strengthen or expand their geophysical skillset. Certification in this program takes advantage of Colorado School of Mines world-renowned expertise in resource and energy evaluation.
With guidance from industry-leading experts, students will expand their knowledge base to better address current exploration and production challenges within the oil and gas industry. Participants in this program can expect to:
- Develop a solid foundation and proficiency in geophysical methods employed in the energy industry.
- Learn the most up-to-date workflow and practices in the industry.
- Learn and understand fundamental concepts from well-known faculty, experienced in the industry.
- Develop skills to better communicate with colleagues in other disciplines in the organization.
Certificate Requirements
- Bachelor’s Degree: Required
- GRE: Not Required
- Letters of Recommendation: Not Required
- Resume or Curriculum Vitae (CV): Required
- Statement of Purpose: Not Required. Suggested if GPA is less than 3.0/4.0
- Transcript(s): Required. Must be submitted for all schools attended (unofficial transcripts accepted for admissions review and must show successful completion of any required prerequisite course(s).
- For international applicants or applicants whose native language is not English, please review the English Proficiency requirement
Tuition
| CREDIT HOURS | TOTAL ONLINE TUITION & FEES Fall and Spring 2022-23 |
|---|---|
| 1.0 | $1,151 |
| 2.0 | $2,211 |
| 3.0 | $3,271 |
| 4.0 | $4,331 |
| 5.0 | $5,391 |
| 6.0 | $6,451 |
| 7.0 | $7,511 |
| 8.0 | $8,571 |
| 9.0 | $9,631 |
| 10.0 | $10,691 |
| 11.0 | $11,751 |
| 12.0 | $12,811 |
| 13.0 | $13,871 |
| 14.0 | $14,931 |
| 15.0 | $15,991 |
- Employer contributions are routinely applied to cover a portion of this cost.
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Fees
- Fees for students enrolled in Mines Online programs or courses are included in the cost of tuition.
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Geophysics Faculty
Paul Sava
Rank - Department Head and Professor of Geophysics and C.H. Green Chair of Exploration Geophysics
Email - psava@mines.edu
Phone - 303-384-2362
Roel Snieder
Rank - Professor and W.M. Keck Distinguished Chair in Professional Development
Email - rsnieder@mines.edu
Phone - 303-273-3456
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