Program Summary
This course explores the fundamental principles and interconnections between minerals, petroleum, energy, economics, and law. It covers the geology and extraction of mineral and petroleum resources, examining their formation, exploration, and production techniques. The energy aspect includes conventional and renewable sources, their role in global economies, and the challenges of energy transition. Economic principles such as supply and demand, market structures, pricing mechanisms, and resource management are analyzed in relation to the extractive industries. Legal frameworks governing mineral and petroleum extraction, environmental regulations, contracts, and international policies are also studied to understand how laws shape resource management and economic development. The course integrates technical, economic, and legal perspectives to prepare students for careers in resource industries, policymaking, and regulatory institutions.