Chemical Process Operations Certificate

Chemical Process Operations Certificate

The Chemical and Polymer Operator Technology program is a 32-hour Certificate of Applied Science. The hands-on program prepares individuals to enter the process operator/technician field. On-the-job training for students is arranged with employers in the chemical and polymer industry – students will complete alternating semesters of classroom work and training.

Learn and Earn Program

West Virginia University at Parkersburg offers students the opportunity to gain work experience while completing their certificate in Chemical and Polymer Operator Technology through a state-funded program called Learn and Earn.

The Learn and Earn program is sponsored by the West Virginia Community and Technical College System, and is part of the Workforce Development Initiative Program. It is an opportunity to create partnerships between industry and community and technical colleges by allowing students hands-on learning experience, and employers to train ideal future employees.

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Certificate of Applied Science in Chemical & Polymer Operator Technology

Graduates of our Chemical and Polymer Operator Technology certificate program are employable by local plants at competitive salaries. The program provides practical education in the various aspects of plant operations including safe startup, shutdown, troubleshooting procedures, and articulation of Total Quality Management concepts including customer service, preventative action, data collection, control charts and more.

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What can I do with this degree?

Upon graduation from this program, you will be able to maintain safety, health, and environmental standards in a chemical plant as well as operate, monitor, and control batch continuous chemical processes.

Potential Careers

Chemical Plant and System Operator

Power Plant Operator

Process Operator

TUITION


Estimated rates for the 2023-2024 academic year. Additional course fees may apply and rates are subject to change.

WV & OH Residents
Per Credit Hour$180 - $249
Per Semester$2,160 - $2,988
Fall & Spring Semesters$4,320 - $5,976
Non-Residents
Per Credit Hour$376 - $401
Per Semester$4,512 - $4,812
Fall & Spring Semesters$9,024 - $9,624
High School Students
Per Credit Hour$50
Per Semester$600
Fall & Spring Semesters$1,200

Estimated Costs of Attendance


Estimated total costs of attendance for students, varied based on residential status and living situation.

WV & Ohio Residents Living with Parents
Room & Board$3,600
Transportation$1,500
Tuition & Fees$5,040
Books & Supplies$1,500
Miscellaneous$2,000

Total

$13,640

WV & Ohio Residents NOT Living with Parents
Room & Board$7,200
Transportation$1,500
Tuition & Fees$5,040
Books & Supplies$1,500
Miscellaneous$2,000

Total

$17,240

Non-Residents Living with Parents
Room & Board$3,600
Transportation$1,500
Tuition & Fees$9,792
Books & Supplies$1,500
Miscellaneous$2,000

Total

$18,392

Non-Residents NOT Living with Parents
Room & Board$7,200
Transportation$1,500
Tuition & Fees$9,792
Books & Supplies$1,500
Miscellaneous$2,000

Total

$21,992

Michele Wilson

Dean

Workforce, Technical and Computer Information Science Division

Workforce & Economic Development Room 109A

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