pathway 01
Oil and Gas Exploration and Production
The Oil and Gas Exploration and Production program of study focuses on processing, refining, and distributing petroleum and gas. It introduces CTE learners to the process of regulating the flow of oil into pipelines, controlling pumping systems, and operating and maintaining machinery to generate electric power.
Work-Based Learning
- Intern at an oil or gas company
- Read trade publications to understand economic and political issues
- Earn an American Petroleum Institute Certification
High School Certifications
- NCCER Core
- NCCER Instrumentation Level I
Oil and Gas Exploration and Production Salary Information
| Occupation | Average Salary ↕ |
|---|---|
| Extraction Workers- All Other | $44,616 |
| Extraction Workers | $34,570 |
| Drill Operators- Oil and Gas | $52,083 |
pathway 02
Refining and Chemical Processes
The Refining and Chemical Processes program of study helps high school CTE learners discover how to monitor, adjust, and control different equipment housed in petrochemical plants and refineries. It introduces CTE students to the computer technology and instrumentation used to operate a variety of equipment systems and industrial processes, helping students build the skills needed to operate these systems.
Work-Based Learning
- Tour a power plant or refinery
- Attend student summer conferences
High School Certifications
- NCCER Core
- NCCER Electronic System Technician Level I
- NCCER Instrumentation Level I
Refining and Chemical Processes Salary Information
| Occupation | Average Salary ↕ |
|---|---|
| Gas Plant Operators | $62,650 |
| Petroleum Pump System Operators, Refinery Operators, and Gaugers | $71,488 |
| Power Plant Operators | $71,635 |