Official List of Courses Offered in Petroleum Training Institute (PTI) Effurun for 2026/2027

Official List of Courses Offered in Petroleum Training Institute (PTI): Have chosen the Petroleum Training Institute (PTI), Effurun, you are not just applying to a school; you are applying to the primary training ground for Nigeria’s multi-billion-dollar petroleum industry.

Below is the official and accredited list of courses offered at PTI Effurun for the 2026/2027 session, categorised by their Departments.

1. Department of Petroleum Engineering and Geosciences

The flagship department. Admissions here are extremely competitive.

• Petroleum Engineering Technology — Focuses on drilling, reservoir engineering, and production. Available at ND and HND levels.

• Mineral and Petroleum Resources Engineering Technology — Focuses on mining and geological exploration.

  • HND Option: Mining Engineering Technology

  • HND Option: Geological Engineering Technology

2. Department of Petroleum & Natural Gas Processing

This department feeds the refineries and petrochemical plants.

• Petroleum and Gas Processing Engineering Technology — Teaches how to refine crude oil and process natural gas.

  • HND Option: Petrochemical and Polymer Engineering

  • HND Option: Gas Processing Engineering

  • HND Option: Petroleum Refining Engineering

3. Department of Welding and Offshore Technology

PTI is the undisputed leader in welding education in West Africa.

• Welding and Fabrication Engineering Technology — Highly practical. You learn underwater welding, pipeline welding, and NDT (Non-Destructive Testing).

• General Welding Certificate — A specialised certificate programme for immediate employment.

• Commercial Diving (Class I & II) — The most unique course in the institute. Focuses on deep-sea operations.

4. Department of Electrical/Electronic Engineering

• Electrical/Electronic Engineering Technology

  • HND Option: Instrumentation and Control (Vital for refinery automation)

  • HND Option: Electronics and Telecommunications

  • HND Option: Power and Machines

5. Department of Mechanical Engineering

• Mechanical Engineering Technology

  • HND Option: Manufacturing

  • HND Option: Power/Plant (Focuses on turbines and heavy engines)

6. Department of Industrial Safety and Environmental Technology

Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE) is mandatory in the oil sector, making these graduates highly employable.

• Industrial Safety and Environmental Technology — Available at ND and HND levels.

  • HND Option: Industrial Safety Technology

  • HND Option: Environmental Technology

• Environmental Science and Management Technology

7. Department of Computer Science and IT

PTI has modernised to include digital skills needed in the energy sector.

• Computer Science and Information Technology — Available at ND level.

• Computer Science (HND) — Recently unbundled into specialised options:

  • Software and Web Development

  • Cyber Security and Data Protection

• Computer Engineering Technology — (ND Only)

• Mechatronics Engineering Technology — Focuses on robotics and automation (ND Only).

8. Department of Petroleum Marketing and Business Studies

The only “Business” department is strictly tailored to the oil trade.

• Petroleum Marketing and Business Studies — Teaches the economics, logistics, and sales of petroleum products. Graduates often work in depots and filling station management.

9. Department of Science Laboratory Technology

• Science Laboratory Technology (SLT) — The gateway course. At the HND level, you can specialise in areas relevant to oil analysis and quality control.

  • HND Option: Chemistry

  • HND Option: Microbiology

  • HND Option: Environmental Biology

Important Admission Secrets for 2026/2027

To secure admission into PTI, you need to understand the “Effurun” strategy:

1. The Cut-Off Mark Reality

• Official Mark: PTI generally accepts a JAMB score of 130 – 150.

• The Competition: Do not be deceived. For Petroleum Engineering or Gas Processing, candidates often score 200+. If you have a score between 130 and 150, consider applying for Welding or Industrial Safety to increase your chances.

2. The Interview Phase

• HND Interview: Unlike many schools that just screen documents, PTI conducts a rigorous oral interview for HND applicants. You must know your field.

• Commercial Diving: Admission into the Diving school requires a rigorous medical fitness test (swimming skills are a plus, but the medicals are non-negotiable).

3. Certificate Programmes

• No JAMB? If you don’t have JAMB, apply for the General Welding Certificate. It is a direct route to becoming a certified welder in the oil industry without the stress of academic theory.

4. Location

• The Campus: Located along PTI Road, Effurun, right next to Warri. It is a secure and highly organised environment.

• Cost: Fees are higher than regular federal polytechnics (typically ₦70,000 – ₦90,000+) because of the cost of training materials (welding consumables, chemicals, etc.).

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)

Is PTI a University or a polytechnic? It is a specialised Monotechnic run by the Ministry of Petroleum Resources, not the Ministry of Education. However, its Diplomas (ND/HND) are fully recognised by NBTE and equal to any Polytechnic in Nigeria.

Does PTI offer Nursing? No. PTI does not offer Nursing. It is strictly for Engineering and Technology related to Oil & Gas.

Is the Commercial Diving certificate recognised? Yes. It is recognised internationally and by the International Marine Contractors Association (IMCA) standards in many contexts. It is one of the most valuable certificates in the industry.