Petroleum engineering stands at the forefront of the energy sector, playing a pivotal role in the extraction, processing, and utilization of one of the world’s most vital resources – petroleum. From the early days of drilling to the modern era of digitalization and sustainability, this field has continuously evolved to meet the ever-growing global demand for energy. Introduction to Petroleum Engineering Petroleum engineering encompasses a range of disciplines focused on the exploration, extraction, and production of hydrocarbons, primarily crude oil and natural gas. It integrates principles of engineering, geology, and other sciences to optimize the recovery of hydrocarbon reserves from beneath the earth’s surface. Definition and Scope At its core,…