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Teachers learn about petroleum at seminar

BISMARCK – Fifty teachers from across the state are gathered in Bismarck to learn about North Dakota’s petroleum industry, a leading contributor to North Dakota’s economy and the nation’s energy security.

The seminar kicked off Monday at Bismarck State College with lessons in geology, drilling and completion technologies. Teachers will also participate in several hands-on activities they can take back to the classroom, including mixing their own frac fluid and building a power plant.

Teachers will also have the unique opportunity to tour a drilling rig location, production site, natural gas plant, reclamation site and other equipment in North Dakota’s oil fields. Industry and regulatory leaders will guide the tours to give teachers an up-close look at the process of oil and gas development and the planning and regulations that go into producing a barrel of oil.

“Oil and gas development is a complex technological process that requires compliance with hundreds of regulations to ensure the safety of the environment and the workers,” said Ron Ness, president of the North Dakota Petroleum Council. “Getting teachers out onsite to see first-hand how the industry works to maintain a clean and safe work environment is the best way to show how seriously these companies take their responsibilities.”

Teachers will also gain some insight into the education and skills needed for many of the industry jobs and careers.

The seminar will continue through Thursday.

The N.D. Petroleum Council has been hosting the seminar for more than 30 years.

Starting at $2.99/week.

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