Petroleum Technology/Technician

Petroleum Technology/Technician is a one- to two-year certificate program at Seward County Community College, a public school located in Liberal, KS. The program prepares students for technical support roles in oil and gas extraction and production operations, reflecting the regional industry presence in southwestern Kansas.

In the petroleum technology field (CIP 15.0903), coursework typically addresses drilling operations, well completion, safety protocols, and field equipment. Seward County Community College also offers a two- to four-year certificate version of this program, along with related options in Metallurgical Technology/Technician, Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, and Cosmetology/Cosmetologist.