The Process Technology (PTEC) program1 prepares graduates to work as process technicians in refineries, chemical plants, and related industries. Program Outcomes:
- Safety, Health, and Environment-Student demonstrates an understanding of the safety, health, and environmental policy and exhibits this behavior. Applies safe work practices.
- Mechanical Aptitude-Student demonstrates an understanding of the maintenance and operation of process equipment. Applies the reasoning behind proper equipment line up, safety, and process concerns while operating process equipment.
- Technical Ability-Student demonstrates an understanding of the technical aspects of the process technology. Applies skills and knowledge systems and troubleshooting ability.
- Communication-Student demonstrates and applies communicating clearly, effectively, and concisely in both verbal and written form, including the ability to interpret and carry out SOP and EOP.
- Work Ethics-Student demonstrates and applies the following work ethics:
- Dependability
- Quality of work
- Work attitude
- Adaptability
- Human Relations Skills
1Nunez Community College also offers the Process Technology Fast Track program, which is designed to help those with an Associate’s degree or higher attain the Associates of Applied Science (AAS) degree in Process Technology within as little as one semester.
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Requirements | ||
| ENGL 1010 | English Composition I 1 | 3 |
| MATH 1300 | College Algebra | 3 |
| Humanities Elective | 3 | |
| CHEM 1100 | General Chemistry I | 3 |
| CHEM 1110 | General Chemistry I Lab | 1 |
| PHYS 1100 | General Physics I | 3 |
| or PHSC 1000 | Physical Science | |
| PHYS 1110 | General Physics I Laboratory | 1 |
| or PHSC 1100 | Physical Science I Lab | |
| ECON 2000 | Microeconomics | 3 |
| or ECON 2020 | Macroeconomics | |
| Major Courses 2 | ||
| PTEC 1010 | Intro to Process Technology | 3 |
| INDT 1030 | Industrial & Plant Safety | 3 |
| PTEC 1330 | Process Instrumentation | 2 |
| PTEC 1331 | Process Instrumentation Lab | 2 |
| PTEC 1630 | Process Equipment | 2 |
| PTEC 1631 | Process Equipment Lab | 2 |
| INDT 2070 | Quality Control | 3 |
| PTEC 2420 | Process Technology II:Systems | 3 |
| PTEC 2421 | Process Tech II: Systems Lab | 1 |
| PTEC 2430 | Process Tech III: Operations | 2 |
| PTEC 2431 | Process Tech III:OperationsLab | 2 |
| PTEC 2630 | Fluid Mechanics | 3 |
| PTEC 2440 | Process Troubleshooting | 3 |
| PTEC 2910 | Process Technology Internship | 3 |
| Enrichment Courses 3 | ||
| BUSN 1150 | Survey of Microcomputer App | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Job Readiness Skills | ||
SPCH course | ||
| Business Communication | ||
| Total Hours | 60 | |
- 1
Must earn a grade of “C” or better.
- 2
Must earn a grade of “C” or better in each. At least eighteen (18) credit hours must be earned in residence.
- 3
Electives must be selected with advisor.