Program Description
The Associate of Applied Science degree in Process Technology prepares students for employment as plant operators in such industries as petroleum refining, pulp and paper, food processing, chemical manufacturing, power generation, and waste water treatment.
The skills learned include monitoring and controlling processing equipment such as pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, distillation columns, boilers, furnaces; troubleshooting and problem solving; safety awareness, and testing product quality.
A combination of theory and hands-on training equips students with the required skills using Envision Computer Simulation modules; computer based equipment training modules, visits to local refineries and power plants, and student team projects. The program offers the necessary technical, scientific, academic, communication, and interpersonal skills learning opportunities to prepare students for entry level jobs.
The Process Technology program at BTC is designated as The Northwest Center of Excellence for Process and Control Technology within the Washington State Community and Technical College system. Currently this is the only such program in the western United States except California. The program is a member of the Center for Advancement of Process Technology (CAPT), an NSF funded Advanced Technology Center in Texas. Core instruction is based on standardized industry-based curriculum developed for CAPT.
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Degree & Certificate Requirements
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Students will complete a specific course requirement sequence based on date of enrollment. The instructor will advise students regarding sequence and class scheduling.
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Students may apply for an Associate in Applied Science degree an Associate in Applied Science - Transfer degree or certifcate upon completion and verification of all requirementsand standards.
For more information see Requirements and Standards and Application Procedures
Process Technology graduates will demonstrate a knowledge of the typical hazards found in process plants, basic PPE and requirements of regulating bodies regarding safety, health and environmental issues (OSHA, DOT, EPA) Example: Worker
Right-to Know, PSM, RMP, RCRA, and Clean Air Act); be able to apply mathematics, physics and chemistry and the ability to link the knowledge to applications such as the nature of heat, chemical reactions, boiling points, vapor pressure, and electrical currents. Graduates will be able to demonstrate a knowledge of the typical organizational structures, economics and quality controls; fundamentals of refining and power generation processes; core functions and principles of operation of typical process industry equipment such as pumps, compressors, filters and dryers, lubricating systems, valves and piping systems, process plant instrumentation systems (from an operations viewpoint). They will know the principles and typical operation of electronic control systems (DCS). They will have the ability to operate simulated DCS process control systems effectively.
Application & Registration
To be eligible for admission to the Bellingham Technical College Process Technology program, applicants must meet college admission requirements and submit additional materials, including evidence of high school graduation or its equivalent. Acceptable documents include a copy of your high school diploma, high school transcript, or GED certificate.
Students may enroll in the Process Technology program on a space available basis at the start of fall, winter, or spring quarters.
Part-time enrollment is available with instructor approval.
For more information see Admissions
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This program typically starts in Fall, Winter and Spring Quarters
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