The Process Technology (“P-Tech”) program at Coastline Community College prepares you to become refinery, chemical and related industry operators. Process technicians are skilled plant operators who work for refining, power generation, water, oil, waste management, food manufacturing and other related manufacturing companies. Process technicians work with the latest computer control systems, work outdoors taking samples and monitor equipment, and solve problems in a collaborative environment.
In the Southern California area, job opportunities for those trained in Process Technology are available at companies such as Chevron, Shell, and Tesoro.
Coastline Community College is offering an A.A. degree in Process Technology as well as two certificates.

Faculty: Ronald Smith

Dr. Joumana McGowan
Dean of Instruction, Career and Technical Education
714.241.6209  ext 17220

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