Petroleum Refinery Engineering
From crude to refined product — engineering Iraq's processing industry
Engineering the Heart of Iraq's Petrochemical Industry
The Department of Petroleum Refinery Engineering focuses on the science and engineering of transforming crude oil into fuels, lubricants, and petrochemical feedstocks. Students study process design, unit operations, plant safety, and quality control — gaining the knowledge required to operate and improve Iraq's refining infrastructure.
As Iraq seeks to add value to its vast petroleum resources through domestic processing, the demand for skilled refinery engineers has never been greater. Our graduates are prepared to design, operate, and optimise the refinery systems that convert raw oil into the products that power the modern world.
Vision & Mission
Vision
To develop refinery engineers who can modernise and expand Iraq's petrochemical processing capacity to meet growing national demand.
Mission
To train process engineers with a thorough understanding of refinery operations, process optimisation, and industrial safety standards.
Programme Goals
1Process Design
2Plant Operations
3Quality & Standards
4Safety & Environment
Head of Department
"Refinery engineering transforms Iraq's raw petroleum wealth into the products that fuel homes, factories, and vehicles across the country. Our department equips students with the process knowledge and safety mindset to run and improve refinery operations — contributing directly to Iraq's economic development."
Specialisations
Process Engineering
Design and optimisation of refinery process units including atmospheric distillation, vacuum distillation, and fluid catalytic cracking.
Petrochemical Engineering
Production of chemical intermediates and polymer feedstocks derived from crude oil and natural gas processing streams.
Refinery Operations
Day-to-day plant management, equipment inspection, process monitoring, and operational troubleshooting in refining facilities.
Published Research
Career Pathways
Process Engineer
Design and optimise refinery process units to improve efficiency, yield, and product quality.
Refinery Operations Engineer
Monitor and manage refinery plant operations, ensuring safe and efficient continuous production.
Petrochemical Engineer
Develop and optimise processes for producing chemical products from petroleum and natural gas.
HSE Engineer
Implement and enforce health, safety, and environmental standards across refinery and processing facilities.
Quality Control Engineer
Test and certify petroleum products against national and international specification standards.
Plant Maintenance Engineer
Plan and execute preventive and corrective maintenance programmes for refinery equipment.