This short foundation course has been developed for new entrants to the Document Control function in the Oil and Gas sector.
It aims to enable you to gain knowledge and understanding of the value and practice of information management and document control.
On completion of this module, you will be able to:
- Demonstrate knowledge and understanding of the Energy & Petroleum industry (processes and terminology) and the Information Management context for Document Control
- Identify and evaluate technical document types and their relationships in the document hierarchy
- Identify the stages in a project lifecycle and the role and impact of document control at each stage
- Describe and evaluate the organisational policy, strategies and procedures which govern document control processes
There are 8 study topics:
- E&P Overview
- Introduction to Information Management
- Basic Processes
- Technical Document Types
- The Project Lifecycle
- Ownership
- From Policy to Procedures and Processes
- The Impact of Document Control
You will study web-based materials and completion of online assessment tests via the university’s online learning environment, CampusMoodle.
Attendance at the University is not required.
Students take this course because they want to move into a document control role, usually in the energy industry but sometimes also in industries such as construction or transport.
You do not require any formal academic qualifications. You should be a new entrant to the Document Control function in an Oil and Gas Company or Contractor.
All international students, for whom English is not their first language, should have either IELTS 6.5 or its equivalent in TOEFL. You should note that modules taken through Professional Development@RGU are not eligible for Student Route sponsorship.
Academic Year 2025/2026
- All students: £660
Academic Year 2024/2025
- All students: £600
Additional Costs
The following course-related costs are not included in the course fees:
- Costs associated with your placement / study abroad
- Accommodation and Living costs
- Printing
Disclaimer
For new intakes course fees are reviewed and published annually for each mode of delivery. Tuition fees are fixed for the duration of a course at the rate confirmed in the offer letter. For further information see:
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