Designed and offered exclusively to industry professionals

Earn a Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in Liquefied Natural Gas Engineering 100% online in just 15 credit hours

The first course will be offered in the fall of 2026.
The ONLY formal LNG educational program for university credit under the authority of the Louisiana Board of Regents and the University of Louisiana System
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At a Glance

Short Term Offerings

All courses are offered in 1 credit hour increments (sessions) requiring a commitment of only 4 weeks

Flexible Schedule

10 opportunities throughout the calendar year to start and finish an asynchronous online session earning 1 credit hour. Online session enrollment does not have to be continuous.

Tuition

$1,400 per credit hour (an invoice will be sent to the employer after registering for the course)

Application Deadline

Apply at least one month prior to the start date of the session you wish to enroll. Applications are accepted year round.
* Program participants apply to McNeese State University only once. Upon acceptance to the program, participants can register online any time, for any session.

Application Deadlines

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Financial Aid

If you wish to apply for federal and state financial aid (grants and loans), you should begin the process as soon as possible. To get started, complete the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA) for the appropriate term and aid year. Then, monitor the email account you provided on your FAFSA often and promptly respond to our requests for documentation. If you have any questions, call 337-475-5065 or email studentcentral@mcneese.edu.

Refund Policy

Drop / Withdrawl Periods Calendar Days for 7-week Session Refund
Class Drop Day 1 through Day 8 100% Refund
Class Withdrawl Day 8 through Dealine to Withdraw No refund

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate in LNG Engineering Curriculum (15 credit hours)

Overview of the LNG Industry, field operations, compression, gas treating, gas dehydration, heavy hydrocarbon recovery, liquefaction, refrigeration, loading, boil off gas, transportation and regasification.

Introduction to hydraulics (pumps, fluid flow, pressure loss, etc.), pipeline design and construction, standards and codes, design and operation of LNG cryogenic storage tanks (onshore and floating), LNG transportation by ships and trucks (containment systems), loading and unloading procedures, boil-off gas management, and the associated safety measures, ASME pressure vessel code, boiler and other fired heaters, gas turbines.

Introduction to relevant industry standards and regulations, such as 49 CFR Part 193 by PHMSA (Pipeline and Hazardous Materials Safety Administration) and FERC (Federal Energy Regulatory Commission), IMO (International Maritime Organization), hazards associated with LNG (flammability, cryogenic burns, etc.), LNG facility safety systems, procedures, standards, regulations (NFPA 59A, ISO 16903, ISO 28460, etc.), emergency response and firefighting protocols, risk assessment.

Introduction to the different stages of the LNG supply chain from production (wellhead) to delivery (market).

Introduction to environmental impacts, noise, emission, mitigation measures, key regulations and standards by region, environmental review and permitting, future trends and evolving standards.

** ENGR 470 will be the first course offered in the fall of 2026 with additional courses coming online after that. The entire curriculum will be available online within a 2-year period

Post-Baccalaureate Certificate Curiculum Content

Under GTI Energy’s guidance and after an occupational analysis (job duties, tasks, core skills and competencies) was performed, the post-baccalaureate certificate curriculum was designed by LNG industry subject matter experts (SMEs). Once typical knowledge skill gaps in the workforce were identified, SMEs provided the material to bridge these gaps while adhering to industry standards as well as state and federal regulations.

Using the provided materials, GTI Energy designed the content delivery of the asynchronous online certificate courses including many of the following features where appropriate:

  • Self-paced online lessons with narration, interactions, and knowledge checks
  • Courseware developed in platforms such as Articulate Storyline or Articulate Rise
  • Scenario-based learning with branching pathways

  • Short instructional or demonstration videos
  • “How-to” walkthroughs for field procedures
  • Quick safety reminders and video-based job aids

  • Pre-recorded instructor-led presentations with slides
  • Voice-over PowerPoint lessons repurposed as online modules
  • Recorded webinars available on-demand

  • Click-through simulations of systems or processes
  • Virtual reality or augmented reality modules completed independently
  • Three-dimensional walkthroughs of equipment and facility systems

  • Downloadable checklists, templates, and reference materials
  • Interactive troubleshooting guides and flowcharts
  • Standard operating procedures in digital format

  • Online quizzes, exams, and certification tests
  • Pre-tests or diagnostic assessments completed prior to live activities

  • Asynchronous learner responses to discussion prompts
  • Peer-to-peer knowledge sharing without scheduled sessions

  • Electronic manuals, articles, whitepapers, and industry publications
  • Required reading to support hands-on or classroom components

  • On-demand instructional audio suitable for mobile learning
  • Safety briefings or topic-specific audio segments

  • Downloaded or printed worksheets completed individually
  • Reflective activities or scenario-based exercises

To apply for the Post-Baccalaureate Certificate, you must:

* It is not necessary to pay the application fee at the time of application. After the first time you register for a course, McNeese State University will automatically invoice your employer for the course tuition and the application fee.

About McNeese State University

Established in 1939, McNeese State University is nationally ranked as one of the top public universities in the United States, has been recognized by U.S. News and World Report’s Best Colleges for fourteen consecutive years, and is known for having a high return on investment for tuition and high average starting salaries for its graduates.

At McNeese, we’re changing lives by mentoring and inspiring our students to help them achieve their academic and career goals.

All qualified students are eligible for admission to McNeese State University regardless of race, color, age, sex, disability, religion, or national origin.

About LNG Center of Excellence

The McNeese LNG Center of Excellence serves as a neutral platform where education, industry, government, and the community collaborate to engage in discussions, debates, educational activities, research, and the dissemination of LNG-related topics.

Through formal and informal education, technology development, the implementation of improved practices, training, research, technology transfer (sharing of lessons learned and best practices), and outreach to K-12 students and educators, the McNeese LNG Center of Excellence aims to cultivate a well-informed and diverse LNG workforce utilizing modern technology and adhering to safe practices.

About GTI Energy

GTI Energy is a leading research, development, and training organization that has served the energy industry for over 85 years. It delivers practical, science-based solutions across the entire energy system, helping industry and academic partners address operational challenges and advance safer, more sustainable technologies.

GTI Energy specializes in developing modern training content using a range of instructional methods, including interactive eLearning, instructor-led and virtual instructor-led courses, three-dimensional models, virtual reality, micro-learning videos, and gamified scenarios.

GTI Energy’s training programs are built with technical experts to meet the needs of today’s workforce and prepare them for safe, effective performance in the field.

Find Us

McNeese State University
4205 Ryan St. | Lake Charles, LA 70605
Email: nikosk@mcneese.edu

How to Apply

To apply to this program, please complete the application online at www.mcneese.edu/apply/. Applicants must provide official transcripts from all prior educational institutions.
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