Dmytro Kovalevskyi. Book Review Fundamentals of Oil and Gas Engineering / V. S. Biletsky, V. M. Orlovsky, V. G. Vitryk – Lviv: “novyi Svit-2000”, 2019 – 416 pp.
Natural Sciences / Engineering Sciences / Chemical engineering
Submitted on: Mar 25, 2026, 09:27:42
Description: The oil and gas industry remains one of the fundamental pillars of global energy systems and continues to play a decisive role in ensuring national energy security and economic stability. Despite the increasing role of renewable energy sources, hydrocarbons still represent a significant share of the global energy balance. According to international energy analyses, oil and natural gas will remain critical components of the global energy system for several decades (International Energy Agency, 2022).
The complexity of hydrocarbon exploration and production requires the integration of geological, technological, and engineering knowledge. Consequently, the training of highly qualified engineers capable of operating in technologically complex environments is of paramount importance. Educational publications that systematize fundamental knowledge in petroleum engineering therefore play an essential role in the development of modern engineering education.
The textbook Fundamentals of Oil and Gas Engineering, edited by the prominent Ukrainian scientist Volodymyr Biletskyi, represents a significant contribution to educational literature in petroleum engineering. The publication provides a comprehensive overview of the key scientific principles and technological processes associated with hydrocarbon exploration, drilling, production, and transportation.