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Instrumentation

Certificate Technical Degree

As machines continue to become more sophisticated and complex, we rely on instrumentation technicians to keep the wheels of industry turning. In the instrumentation program, you’ll train in a comprehensive industrial computer control lab and learn how to install, maintain, and troubleshoot intelligent integrated control systems—developing the skills you’ll need to become an entry-level instrumentation technician. 

Program at a Glance

Career Opportunities

As an instrumentation technician, you can offer your in-demand skills to chemical plants, refineries, pipeline companies, power plants, water treatment facilities, all types of manufacturing plants, and many more businesses. 

What You’ll Learn

Instrumentation Technology training at San Jacinto College falls into three categories: instrumentation installation, general instrument maintenance, and control systems technology. Your program will cover all three topics in varying levels of depth. 

Locations

Central Campus

DEGREES & CERTIFICATES

Instrumentation Technology, AAS

Technical Degree
The Associate of Applied Science degree prepares you for an entry-level career. Learn how to install, calibrate, and troubleshoot individual process instruments as well as complete control systems.
Length 2 Years
If you're studying full-time, you can complete the 60 credits for this program in five terms, including a summer term.
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Instrumentation Technology, Enhanced Skills Certificate

Certificate
This certificate will help you advance your career. This certificate is designed for students who have completed the Instrumentation Technology Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree.
Length 2 Months
If you're studying part-time, you can complete the 6 credits for this certificate in one term.
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Instrumentation Technology, Level 2 Certificate

Certificate
The Level 2 Certificate prepares you for the degree program, an entry-level career, or advancement in your current career. Learn how to install, calibrate, and troubleshoot individual process instruments as well as complete control systems.
Length 1.5 Years
If you're studying full-time, you can complete the 44 credits for this certificate in four terms, including a summer term.
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Students

Access World-Class Training Facilities

A 151,000-square-foot instructional complex with a separate process training unit, the LyondellBasell Center for Petrochemical, Energy, & Technology (CPET) was designed by industry, for industry. Our students can expect to learn with industry-standard technology and tools.
Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Lab

Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) Lab

We have a 10-station Allen Bradley (AB Compact Logix) Programmable Logic Controller (PLC) lab.
Digital Control System (DCS) Lab

Digital Control System (DCS) Lab

We have a 10-station Emerson Process Management DeltaV™ Distributed Control System (DCS) lab with ten fully operational flowing process instrumented stations.
Emerson Instrumentation Labs

Emerson Instrumentation Labs

We have 16 Emerson Performance Learning Platforms (PLP). These consist of Rosemount SMART Transmitters Coriolis, Mag Meters, and Vortex Meters for flow.
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