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Process Technology
The Process Technology program at Houston City College provides high-quality education and hands-on training that prepares a diverse student body for career advancement in the process industries. The curriculum equips students with the technical knowledge, safety awareness, and operational skills needed to work effectively in refining, petrochemical, power generation, and manufacturing environments.
- Career Path
- Science, Technology, Engineering & Math
Programs
Process Technology, A.A.S.
The Process Technology program educates and trains technicians who control and monitor various industrial and plant processes. Areas of employment include: petrochemicals and refining, food and beverage processing, pharmaceuticals and biomanufacturing, paper and pulp, oil and gas exploration, energy and power generation, water and waste water treatment, chemical and agricultural manufacturing, environmental safety, and brewing and distilling process industries.
TSI testing required prior to first enrollment for all AAS degrees and Level II certificates.
Students will be able to:
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Describe operation of process control equipment such as an analyzer, control loop, transducer, transmitter, detector, flow indicator, pressure alarm, Pressure control valve, and recorders. Operate process systems and equipment.
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Describe safety, health, and environmental standards in the plant. Troubleshoot process abnormalities and equipment malfunctions.
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Explain the operation of plant systems and equipment. Analyze plant reaction systems.
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Demonstrate maintenance procedures in process systems and equipment.
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Process Technology
- Duration
- 2 years (full time)
- Program Format
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- In-Person
- Hybrid
- Campus Location
- Total Minimum Credits: 60
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- Cost
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Process Operator, C2
The Process Technology program educates and trains technicians who control and monitor various industrial and plant processes. Areas of employment include: petrochemicals and refining, food and beverage processing, pharmaceuticals and biomanufacturing, paper and pulp, oil and gas exploration, energy and power generation, water and waste water treatment, chemical and agricultural manufacturing, environmental safety, and brewing and distilling process industries.
TSI testing required prior to first enrollment for all AAS degrees and Level II certificates.
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Process Technology
- Duration
- 3 semesters (full time)
- Program Format
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- In-Person
- Hybrid
- Campus Location
- Total Minimum Credits: 40
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- Cost
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Career Outlook
This overview highlights key labor market indicators for University Transfer and Workforce Training careers in this field in the Houston area, including the number of currently employed, the median annual salary for the occupation, and the job growth.
Average salary
50th percentile (median) salary range in the Houston area.
Currently Employed
11,798 currently employed in the Greater Houston area.
Projected Growth
1.9% projected growth for 2026-2030.