1.1 AbstractAbstract of the Thesis Project defined below.

1.2 Problem DescriptionDefine the problem outlining the reason for this project. Define the value added generated and the degree of innovation by this work.

1.3 Project ObjectivesDefine the objectives of the project. List the contribution of this work to solve the problem defined above (the actual problem may be bigger than the scope of the Thesis work).

1.4 Project Work Packages and ScheduleDefinition of major work packages and project schedule

1.5 Project MilestonesList the project partner financing or otherwise supporting the project

1.6 Project PartnersList the project partner financing or otherwise supporting the project

1.7 Project Coordination and Thesis AdvisorsList the persons who coordinate and advise the project and their roles with a University Advisor and Industry Advisor (applicable for Thesis work with Industry Partners).

1.8 Necessary Input by Project PartnersList requirements for data, samples, or potentially required access to rig sites etc.

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1.9 Necessary Infrastructure and SoftwareList infrastructure such as office space, software and equipment required for the project. This can either be infrastructure at the University or at partnering industry.

1.10 Related Projects at the Chair of Drilling EngineeringList projects at the Chair of Drilling and Completion Engineering, which are related to this project presented here (e.g. Ph.D. Thesis work etc.)

ReferencesList relevant reference, which form the starting point of the literature research for your Thesis.

Clement, William P. Writing and Thinking Well. 2 February 2008. http://cgiss.boisestate.edu/~billc/Writing/writing.html (accessed July 13, 2016).

Society of Petroleum Engineers. “Society of Petroleum Engineers Style Guide 2014-2015.” 2014.

Swiss Academic Software. Citavi - Organize your knowledge. Reference management, knowledge organization, and task planning. n.d. https://www.citavi.com/ (accessed May 24, 2016).

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