Petroleum Technology/Technician

The Petroleum Technology/Technician certificate program at Nicholls State University is a two-to-four-year credential offered by this public institution located in Thibodaux, LA. The program corresponds to CIP code 15.0903, placing it within the petroleum technology field, which covers drilling operations, production equipment, oil and gas industry processes, and safety practices relevant to the energy sector.

Students in this program develop applied technical skills for careers in Louisiana's oil and gas industry and related energy sectors. Nicholls State University also offers a Petroleum Technology/Technician associate's degree for students seeking a longer credential, along with programs in Culinary Arts/Chef Training, Occupational Safety and Health Technology, and Registered Nursing. The university's petroleum technology offerings reflect its connection to the energy industry workforce needs of the Gulf Coast region.