Definition
Individuals who search for reservoirs containing oil or natural gas and, when discovered, work with geologists and other specialists to understand the geologic formation and properties of the rock containing the reservoir, determine the drilling methods to be used and monitor drilling and production operations. They design equipment and processes to achieve the maximum profitable recovery of oil and gas; and may use computer models for simulations of the effects of various drilling options.
URL Name
YO-0250-1900-650
Third Level Code
YO-0250
Taxonomy Code
YO-0250.1900-650
Parent Code
YO-0250.1900
Family Code
Y
Second Level Code
YO
Fifth Level Code
YO-0250-1900-650
Fourth Level Code
YO-0250-1900
Publication Status
Online