Program Information
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Location: Downtown Milwaukee Campus
- Pathway: STEM
- Program Code: 30-603-1
- Offering: In-class
- Degree Type: Technical Diploma
- Start Dates: August/January
About the Science Processing Technician Diploma
(formerly Chemical PROCESSING Technician)
DESCRIPTION
Apply your interests in preparing chemical solutions and using chemical apparatus to the work performed in industrial operations. Through this program, you will gain skills required for working in industrial chemical processing and a pilot plant operations.
Employment prospects for program graduates are strong, locally and nationally. Success in the workplace requires the ability to work independently and accurately, with a minimum level of supervision.
You can apply your credits toward completing the Chemical Technician associate degree or the Food Science Technology associate degree.
Additional program details: This program focuses on the role of a chemical processor through the structure and operations of an industrial chemical plant. The responsibilities and functions of the various plant activities are examined from the perspective of the chemical process technician working in a pilot plant operation and/or industrial chemical processing.
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Career Outlook
Related Programs
Chemical Technician
Chemical technicians assure the quality of the products made in the manufacturing, chemical and allied industries. This program trains you to perform as an analyst or chemist’s assistant in various industries.
Food Science Technology
Prepare to work in the areas of food science and food and beverage quality assurance. Food scientists and technologists help improve products and ensure food safety. They rely on knowledge of a variety of sciences to develop innovative ways to preserve, package, store and deliver foods.
Detailed Program Information
2024-25 Curriculum
| Course | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| CHEMT-101 | Chemical Laboratory/Process Safety ‡ | 2 |
| CHEMT-103 | Introduction to Chemical Technology | 2 |
| CHEMT-111 | General Chemistry 1 ‡ (or) CHEM-211 Chemistry 1 |
5 |
| ENG-195 | Written Communication ‡ | 3 |
| CHEMT-105 | Introduction to Instrumental Methods | 3 |
| CHEMT-112 | General Chemistry 2 ‡ (or) CHEM-212 Chemistry 2 |
5 |
| ENG-197 | Technical Reporting ‡ | 3 |
|
TOTAL CREDITS |
23 |
‡ Prerequisite required.
Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.
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Program Outcomes
- Apply knowledge of chemical apparatus, equipment and procedures in various production, research and control operations
- Communicate and receive precise chemical data and procedures
- Use software for process control and chemical inventory
- Practice plant safety procedures
- Utilize safety data sheets and global harmonization system
- Maintain, clean, or sterilize chemical processing equipment
- Develop or administer programs of sampling and analysis to maintain quality standards of raw materials, chemical intermediates, or products
- Monitor product quality to ensure compliance with standards and specifications
- Prepare chemical solutions for products or processes, following standardized formulas, or create experimental formulas
Admission Requirements
One year of high school chemistry, or equivalent.
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