Pupils take on oil and gas sector challenge
project will enable young achievers to put their skills into practice
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BUDDING scientists and mathematicians yesterday embarked on an oil and gas industry challenge as part of a project to put their skills into practice.
Eighty-nine S6 pupils from Aberdeen and Aberdeenshire are taking part in Stem in the Pipeline, a three-month science and technology project which will see them work closely with the sector.
Yesterday, the teenagers visited Aberdeen University where young professionals who work in the industry led them through a day of practical workshops looking at geology, drilling, reservoirs, processing and finance.
The pupils will be encouraged to come up with fresh solutions to scenarios the oil and gas industry may face, with the best projects being awarded prizes.
They will present their final brief at an assessment day in December in front of representatives from the sector.
Also at yesterday’s introduction day was Sir Robert Smith, MP for West Aberdeenshire and Kincardine, a maths graduate of Aberdeen University. He said: “I was impressed with the enthusiasm of the pupils and the commitment of the volunteers from both industry and the university. This is a great opportunity for the pupils to see career possibilities in the oil and gas industry on their doorstep.”
The challenge is organised by TechFest-SetPoint, a charitable organisation promoting science, technology, engineering and mathematics.
Schools taking part include Aboyne Academy, Aberdeen Grammar, Peterhead Academy, Westhill Academy and The Gordon Schools, Huntly.
