Event

SPE Permian Basin - Engineering Ethics Course

Tom Collier

Bio: Tom Collier is presently serving as Chair of the Ethics Committee of the Society of Petroleum Evaluation Engineers. He has been an active member of SPEE since 2000. Headquartered in Midland, Texas, he provides engineering support for corporate reserves reporting, process improvement, and analysis. With over 36 years of industry experience, Tom has held various engineering and management positions with Concho Resources, ConocoPhillips, Burlington Resources, Schlumberger, and Unocal. He holds a B.S. degree in mechanical engineering from Texas A&M University, an M.B.A from California State University, Fullerton, and is a licensed engineer in the State of Texas

Abstract: Ethical Issues for Todays Petroleum Engineer
Like all professionals, the practicing petroleum engineer encounters ethical issues on a daily basis. Most of the time, these issues are resolved by all involved without difficulty. Other times more is required.
This presentation will take a look at several ethical issues in the context of the practice of petroleum engineering in todays world. It will address the following:
Competency
Conflict of interest
Relationship to society & the environment

The presentation will close with a group discussion on key issues.

March 27th, 2017
10:00am to 11:15am

Midland College
Carrasco Room

Refreshments will be provided
$25 for general admission tickets

Satisfies the yearly continuing education hour for professional engineers.