The Process Technology Program at Victoria College prepares you for a career as a process technician or operator. Process technicians gather information using instruments that monitor process conditions such as pressure, temperature, level and flow rates. They operate lab equipment to keep their plants running safely and efficiently, and producing products that meet customer specifications.

As a process technician or operator, you may work both indoors and outdoors alongside chemical engineers, maintenance personnel and other professionals. You will be expected to use your knowledge of computers, math, physics and chemistry to monitor and troubleshoot plant operations. Strong communications skill are also required, as you will need the ability to write, give oral presentations and exercise effective listening skills in order to succeed as a process technician.

Upon successful completion of the Process Technology program, you will receive an Associate of Applied Science degree and be prepared to work as process technology technician in any of the various local industries, including petrochemical, oil and gas production and power generation.

Coursework includes:

• Introduction to process technology
• Safety, health and environment
• Process instrumentation
• Process troubleshooting

Degree Plan

• AAS Degree - Process Technology
• Nuclear Enhanced Skills Certificate