Process Technology

Associate of Applied Science Degree.

What is Process Technology?

Process Technology is an environment of teams of people responsible for planning, analyzing, and controlling the production of products from the acquisition of raw materials through the production and distribution of products to customers in a variety of process industries. These industries include, but are not limited to:
  • Chemical and Plastics
  • Food and Beverage
  • Oil Exploration and Production
  • Pharmaceuticals
  • Power Generation
  • Pulp and Paper
  • Refining and Gas Production
  • Water and Wastewater Treatment
  • Industrial Sales for Equipment and Instruments
  • Industrial Equipment Service and Sales

What type of program does KC offer?

Kilgore College offers a two-year Associate in Applied Science Degree (AAS) in process technology. The program prepares graduates to maintain safe and environmentally sound work practices, and perform duties in a cost-effective manner in support of petroleum industry business goals.  Students learn how to to operate plants and associated piping systems for the petroleum industry. 

The program also readies graduates to demonstrate technical knowledge, skills and abilities in the following areas:

  • Computer applications
  • Instrumentation systems
  • Process systems
  • Quality and safety
  • Petrochemical industry equipment 
  • Process Troubleshooting
  • Process Internships

More about the program:

Kilgore College Process Technology Program has met the prescribed requirements of the high standards and goals for excellence and recognized as an “Endorsed College” by the North American Process Technology Alliance (NAPTA). This program is recognized by the Texas Workforce Investment Council (TWIC). It has also been recognized as having a “Validated Partnership” with Eastman Chemical Company, Texas Operations.Kilgore College is the region’s leading provider of technical education, and works closely with business and industry to develop state-of-the-art educational programs. Caring, qualified instructors, low tuition and a variety of student support systems mean that you will get a quality education that will prepare you for success in your career.

KC also offers Process Technology - Petroleum Specialty

Course information:

Career Tree - PROCESS TECH

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the job outlook for graduates?

Excellent. Process technicians will be in demand more than ever in the coming years. A shortage of process technicians currently exists within the chemical, oil and gas exploration and production and power generation industries and future projections do not offer relief. Compounding the problem is the abnormally high number of retirements projected over the next ten years.

What do graduates of the program do?

A process technician monitors and controls mechanical, physical and chemical changes throughout many processes to produce a final product made from raw materials. Duties include maintaining a safe work environment, controlling, monitoring and troubleshooting equipment in processes, and analyzing, maintaining and communicating data obtained through the use of technology.

How long does it take to complete the program?

The program will take two years to obtain an Associate's Degree.

What kind of salary can graduates expect?

Employees in the process industry are generally rewarded for job excellence through salary increases and promotions. Your financial package usually includes health and dental insurance, profit sharing and retirement plans. According to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, the national median salary for Process Technician is $40,000. Local salaries vary.

For information about Process Technology:

Mary Martin
Professional Support Assistant
Public Services & Industrial Technologies
Phone:
(903) 983-8131
Office:
Whitten Applied Tech. Center (WHITN), 114
mmartin@kilgore.edu
Tracy Atkins
Instructor, Process Technology
Phone:
(903) 983-8136
Office:
Whitten Applied Tech. Center (WHITN), 118
tatkins@kilgore.edu
D'Wayne Shaw
Dean
Public Services and Industrial Technologies
Phone:
(903) 983-8130
Office:
Whitten Applied Tech. Center (WHITN), 114
dshaw@kilgore.edu
Michael Willbanks
Lead
Process Technology
Phone:
(903) 988-7414
Office:
Whitten Applied Tech. Center (WHITN), 112
mwillbanks@kilgore.edu

Public Services & Industrial Technologies