Dr. Eric Van Oort

Professor

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Biography

Eric van Oort is a professor in the Hildebrand Department of Petroleum and Geosystems Engineering at the University of Texas at Austin and holds the Richard B. Curran Centennial Chair. His research focuses on cutting-edge topics in drilling engineering, including completions, construction, performance optimization, and managed pressure drilling. He has extensive experience in data analytics, artificial intelligence, and machine learning, applying these techniques to enhance drilling operations through better measurement systems and modeling. Van Oort is also deeply engaged in geothermal energy research and has published multiple influential papers in various prestigious journals. He has received numerous awards for his contributions to engineering education and drilling technologies. Throughout his career, he has been involved in several professional affiliations, including the Society of Petroleum Engineers and the International Association of Drilling Contractors, and is a recognized speaker at international conferences.

Research Interests

Experience

Professor

— Present

University of Texas at Austin • Austin, TX

Educating students on advanced drilling techniques and leading research in the field.

Awards

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Lockheed Martin Award for Excellence in Engineering Teaching

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Society of Petroleum Engineers Drilling Engineering Award

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Society of Petroleum Engineers Distinguished Member Award

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Society of Petroleum Engineers Paper Award

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Society of Petroleum Engineers Distinguished Lecturer

Courses

PGE 430: Introduction to Drilling & Completions PGE 383: Advanced Construction PGE 379/381: Drilling Engineering

Requirements for University of Texas at Austin

Master Program
Requirements
GPA Requirement
Required:3
GRE General
TOEFL
Total
Required:79
IELTS
Overall
Required:6.5
Prerequisites
Bachelor's degree from a regionally accredited institution
Application Checklist
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  • Three letters of recommendation
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Specialization Notes

General requirements for the Graduate School at UT Austin apply to all programs unless otherwise specified.