Course Syllabus
Contact Information
Course Description
This course covers how capital-intensive projects worth billions of dollars in the oil and gas industry are executed, including the different aspects of planning from conception to closeout for successful execution
Outcomes:
- Gain the ability to understand and fully integrate project elements such as design, operations, and economics
- Gain the ability to use sound judgment to evaluate and draw conclusions regarding the performance of natural gas-related projects
- Master a comprehensive approach to project planning and related processes, and identify best practices related to global oil and gas projects
- Use critical thinking and decision-making skills to address relevant challenges in oil and gas
- Be able to assess the quality of project management approaches and effectively communicate challenges and successes
Course Details
Course Prerequisites
Students should have a strong working knowledge of Microsoft Word and Excel to complete course activities.
Course Materials
Required Texts
The 2 textbooks for this course are available through the OU Libraries website. You will have to log in with your 4x4 and password to access the content.
- El-Reedy, M. (2016). Project Management in the Oil and Gas Industry (1st ed.). Hoboken: WILEY.
- Institute, P. (2016). Construction Extension to the PMBOK® Guide. Newtown Square, PA: Project Management Institute.
Required Software
- Microsoft Project
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
Links to materials for each module will be available on the Module Resources page.
Grades
In this course, homework, assignments, and quizzes will be used to test your knowledge and understanding of covered topics. Guest lecturers and case studies will present real-world problems in context and demonstrate how theory is applied in practice. Project work will provide you the opportunity to work in a multifunctional team to analyze problems, gather data and propose solutions to complex problems.
Breakdown
| Activity | Description | Points/Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Homework/Assignments | Homework is assigned to reinforce concepts in the course and for students to practice newly acquired skills | 20% |
| Quizzes | Quizzes must be taken before class begins for the assigned day | 20% |
| Midterm Exam | There will be a mid-term exam for this class, and no final exam | 25% |
| Final Project | Each student must individually participate in the research, development and delivery of the presentation and accompanying write-up | 35% |
| Total | 100% |
Scale
| Percentage | Letter Grade |
|---|---|
| 90–100% | A |
| 80–89% | B |
| 70–79% | C |
| 60–69% | D |
| Below 60% | F |
Course Components
Homework/Assignments
Assignments will be given throughout the semester. Students are required to complete these assignments before class on the day assignments are due. The purpose of these assignments is to reinforce course material and ensure students remain current in the material.
Quizzes
Quizzes will consist of multiple choice questions focused on the readings, lectures and/or live sessions for that week.
Exams
The course includes a cumulative midterm to formally assess students’ knowledge and comprehension. The exam will consist of multiple choice questions that are intended to determine how are comprehending material and working towards learning outcomes.
Final Case Study Project
The final project will consist of three components. Each of the following components will contribute evenly to your final project grade: (1) Oral presentation, (2) written assignments, and (3) peer reviews. It is recommended that students review the structure for the final project early and often as we cover topics throughout the course.
Course Policies
Communication
Canvas mail is the preferred method of communication for messages between students and the instructor. In this course, you can expect that your instructor will respond to messages in Canvas within 24 hours.
This course will include a mixture of synchronous and asynchronous communication. You will have the opportunity to ask questions, give and receive feedback, share experiences, and develop and share ideas. In order for communication in this course to be interesting and useful, it is
critical that students share experiences and ideas, read information shared, and responding with respectful and constructive input.
Feedback
The standard feedback time for assignments is 1 week unless otherwise indicated.
Late Policy
Late work will not be accepted. Exceptions are made on a case by case basis and must be approved prior to the due date.
Plagiarism
Plagiarism is the most common form of academic misconduct at OU. There is basically no college-level assignment that can be satisfactorily completed by copying. OU's basic assumption about writing is that all written assignments show the student's own understanding in the student's own words. That means all writing assignments, in class or out, are assumed to be composed entirely of words generated (not simply found) by the student, except where words written by someone else are specifically marked as such with proper citation. Including other people's words in your paper is helpful when you do it honestly and correctly. When you don't, it's plagiarism.
For more information about plagiarism, watch this video and then take this short course offered by University Libraries.
University Academic Policies and Student Support
Course Catalog
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Student Handbook
Please familiarize yourself with the OU Student Handbook.
Student Support Services
OU offers a variety of services to support students. For more information, please refer to the Student Support Module in your Orientation course.
Online Library
Access digital materials and other resources at OU Libraries.
Copyright Statement and Privacy Information
Sessions of this course may be recorded or live-streamed. These recordings are the intellectual property of the individual faculty member and may not be shared or reproduced without the explicit, written consent of the faculty member. In addition, privacy rights of others such as students, guest lecturers, and providers of copyrighted material displayed in the recording may be of concern. Students may not share any course recordings with individuals not enrolled in the class or upload them to any other online environment.
Academic Integrity
As a member of the OU community, it is your responsibility to protect your educational investment by knowing and following the rules. The Student Code is available from the Office of the Vice President for Student Affairs, and is contained in the Student's Guide to Academic Integrity.
Academic honesty is incredibly important within this course. Cheating is strictly prohibited at the University of Oklahoma, because it devalues the degree you are working hard to get. Should you know of someone else engaging in academic misconduct, please report it to your instructor or directly to the Office of Academic Integrity. Your instructor has a professional obligation to report academic misconduct.
In addition to the course conduct policies outlined by your professor in the Course Syllabus in the online classroom, please review the Graduate Student Handbook.
Land Acknowledgement
Long before the University of Oklahoma was established, the land on which the University now resides was the traditional home of the “Hasinais” Caddo Nation and “Kirikirʔi:s” Wichita & Affiliated Tribes.
We acknowledge this territory once also served as a hunting ground, trade exchange point, and migration route for the Apache, Comanche, Kiowa and Osage nations. Today, 39 tribal nations dwell in the state of Oklahoma as a result of settler and colonial policies that were designed to assimilate Native people.
The University of Oklahoma recognizes the historical connection our university has with its indigenous community. We acknowledge, honor and respect the diverse Indigenous peoples connected to this land. We fully recognize, support and advocate for the sovereign rights of all of Oklahoma’s 39 tribal nations. This acknowledgment is aligned with our university’s core value of creating a diverse and inclusive community. It is an institutional responsibility to recognize and acknowledge the people, culture and history that make up our entire OU Community.
Religious Observance
It is the policy of the University to excuse the absences of students that result from religious observances and to reschedule examinations and additional required classwork that may fall on religious holidays, without penalty. [See Faculty Handbook 3.15.2].
Reasonable Accommodation for Disabilities
The Accessibility and Disability Resource Center (ADRC) is committed to supporting students with disabilities to ensure that they are able to enjoy equal access to all components of their education. This includes your academics, housing, and community events. Please review OU's Accessibility Policy.
If you are experiencing a disability, a mental/medical health condition that has a significant impact on one or more life functions, you can receive accommodations to provide equal access. Possible disabilities include but are not limited to learning disabilities, AD(H)D, mental health, and chronic health. Additionally, we support students with temporary medical conditions (broken wrist, shoulder surgery, etc.) and pregnancy.
To discuss potential accommodations, please contact the ADRC at 730 College Avenue, (phone) 405-325-3852, or adrc@ou.edu.
Title IX Resources
Anyone who has been impacted by gender-based violence, including dating violence, domestic violence, stalking, harassment, and sexual assault, deserves access to resources so that they are supported personally and academically.
The University of Oklahoma is committed to offering resources to those impacted, including: speaking with someone confidentially about your options, medical attention, counseling, reporting, academic support, and safety plans. If you would like to speak with someone confidentially, please contact OU Advocates (available 24/7 at 405-615-0013) or another confidential resource (see "Can I make an anonymous report?").
You may also choose to report gender-based violence and discrimination through other means, including by contacting the Institutional Equity Office (ieo@ou.edu, 405-325-3546) or the police (911).
Because the University of Oklahoma is committed to the safety of you and other students, I, as well as other faculty, Graduate Assistants, and Teaching Assistants, are mandatory reporters. This means that we are obligated to report gender-based violence that has been disclosed to us to the Institutional Equity Office. This includes disclosures that occur in class discussions, writing assignments, discussion boards, emails, and during Student/Office Hours.
For more information, please visit the Institutional Equity Office.
Adjustments for Pregnancy/Childbirth Related Issues
Should you need modifications or adjustments to your course requirements because of documented pregnancy-related or childbirth-related issues, please contact me as soon as possible to discuss your options. Generally, modifications will be made where medically necessary and similar in scope to accommodations based on temporary disability. Learn more about the rights of pregnant and parenting students by consulting the FAQ sheets provided by the Institutional Equity Office.
Mental Health Support Services
If you are experiencing any mental health issues that are impacting your academic performance, counseling is available at the University Counseling Center (UCC). The Center is located on the second floor of the Goddard Health Center, at 620 Elm Rm. 201, Norman, OK 73019. To schedule an appointment, call 405-325-2911. For more information, please visit the University Counseling Center.
Final Exam Preparation Period
Pre-finals week will be defined as the seven calendar days before the first day of finals. Faculty may cover new course material throughout this week. For specific provisions of the policy please refer to OU's Final Exam Preparation Period policy.
Required Policies for Students On Campus
Emergency Protocol
During an emergency, there are official university procedures that will maximize your safety.
Severe Weather: If you receive an OU Alert to seek refuge or hear a tornado siren that signals severe weather:
- Look for severe weather refuge location maps located inside most OU buildings near the entrances
- Seek refuge inside a building. Do not leave one building to seek shelter in another building that you deem safer. If outside, get into the nearest building.
- Go to the building’s severe weather refuge location. If you do not know where that is, go to the lowest level possible and seek refuge in an innermost room. Avoid outside doors and windows.
- Get in, Get Down, Cover Up.
- Wait for official notice to resume normal activities.
Additional Weather Safety Information is available through the Department of Campus Safety.
Severe Weather Preparedness Video
Armed Subject/Campus Intruder
If you receive an OU Alert to shelter-in-place due to an active shooter or armed intruder situation or you hear what you perceive to be gunshots:
- Avoid: If you believe you can get out of the area without encountering the armed individual, move quickly towards the nearest building exit, move away from the building, and call 911.
- Deny: If you cannot flee, move to an area that can be locked or barricaded, turn off lights, silence devices, spread out, and formulate a plan of attack if the shooter enters the room.
- Defend: As a last resort fight to defend yourself. For more information, visit:
OU's Emergency Preparedness site
Shots Fire on Campus Procedure
Fire Alarm/General Emergency
If you receive an OU Alert that there is danger inside or near the building, or the fire alarm inside the building activates:
- Leave the building. Do not use the elevators.
- Know at least two building exits
- Assist those that may need help
- Proceed to the emergency assembly area
- Once safely outside, Notify first responders of anyone that may still be inside the building due to mobility issues.
- Wait for official notice before attempting to re-enter the building.