Associate of Science in Instrumentation Technology

Los Medanos College

LMC is in a unique position to offer an outstanding, up-to-date curriculum that has been designed by industry for industry. No other college in this area provides similar education and training needed to obtain these high-skill, high-wage, and high-demand jobs. The ETEC program enables students to graduate with a certificate of achievement in four semesters (two years). There are two areas of specialization: electrical technician or instrumentation technician. The electrical technician specialization is designed to train electricians to maintain complex electrical automation systems used in the manufacturing and power generation industry. The instrumentation technician specialization is designed to train instrument technicians to maintain the process measurement and control systems used in refineries, chemical plants, biotech plants, pharmaceutical plants, and water and waste treatment plants.Program learning outcomes - 1. Gain entry-level or mid-level employment in the electrical or instrumentation field. 2. Troubleshoot, analyze, operate, repair, and install electrical systems equipment 3. Communicate the technical status of equipment in writing and verbally be able to work and communicate with teams. 4. Safely use electrical or instrumentation test equipment. 5. Demonstrate the operational concepts of equipment and technology used in the electrical or instrumentation field. 6. Demonstrate the skills and knowledge necessary to take and pass certification exams for career advancement in electrical or instrumentation fields.

Los Medanos College