College of Engineering students are taking advantage of going to school in the world’s largest oilfield. 一群石油工程专业的学生最近参观了欧芹能源公司的储罐电池设施。
Mark Timmons, Parsley Energy’s VP of Field Operations, volunteered to host the group and introduce them to his team members and show them key points in the process of transporting oil.
“The tour followed each of the 3-phases of production flow path from the wellhead to custody transfer points,” he said.
Timmons says the trip gave students the opportunity to apply concepts they’re learning in class in a real-world setting.
“The oilfield is technically advanced and what they’re learning in the classroom is important,” Timmons said. “The oilfield uses cutting-edge technology and a well-rounded background in mathematics, science and engineering will help them understand and utilize this technology in the future.”
蒂蒙斯说，在能源行业起步就是要抓住每一个机会。
“This opportunity hopefully was beneficial to students with little or no prior facility experience, helping them understand the flow path, facility layout and equipment operation,” he said.
UT Permian Basin致力于为所有学生提供实际的工作经验，以便为他们的职业道路做好准备。 这包括实习、合作社和合作伙伴关系，比如与Parsley Energy的合作。
“Our mission is to serve this region and that means producing graduates who are ready to begin a successful career right after they walk across the stage,” UT Permian Basin President Sandra Woodley said. “We believe experiences like these set up apart from other universities and provide our students with an advantage. Plus, it gives our industry partners a chance to meet and get to know the future workforce.”
