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Course Schedule - Spring Semester 2027
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EEPS 578 001 (CRN: 24100)
HYDROCARBON EXPLORATION
Long Title: HYDROCARBON EXPLORATION
Department: Earth/Environmnt/Planetary Sci
Instructor: Reynolds, Amanda
Meetings:
4:30PM - 6:00PM F (11-JAN-2027 - 23-APR-2027)
6:30PM - 8:00PM R (11-JAN-2027 - 23-APR-2027)
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Lecture
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Graduate
Section Max Enrollment: 12
Section Enrolled: 0
Enrollment data as of: 2-NOV-2026 4:05PM
Final Exam: No Final Exam
Description: A student team will analyze and assess petroleum prospects in a sedimentary basin. Using a dataset of industry well/seismic data, the team will analyze data, identify/prioritize exploration targets, and prepare a formal presentation. Team will review their findings to industry judges for AAPG Imperial Barrel Award competition.