Compression Technology is offered both as a four semester Associate of Applied Science Degree or a two semester Certificate Program.
The Natural Gas Compression Program is designed to provide technically oriented entry-level students with basic knowledge and skills of gas compression equipment and maintenance via classroom lecture and hands-on experiences. In preparation for employment, students work with a variety of compressor packages similar to those deployed in the field. Upon program completion students will be prepared to efficiently and safely maintain, troubleshoot and operate the compression systems utilized in the energy industry.
Topics of study include:
- Natural Gas Engine Repair/ Overhaul
- Natural Gas Engine Theory
- Natural Gas Engine Preventative Maintenance
- Natural Gas Engine Auxilary Equipment
- Natural Gas Electrical Diagnostics
- Natural Gas Engine Troubleshooting
- Natural Gas Compression Theory
- Natural Gas Compressor Repair/ Overhaul
- Natural Gas Compressor Preventative Maintenance
- Natural Gas Compressor Troubleshooting
- Natural Gas Compression Basic Instrumentation and Controls
Quick Facts
- Students are provided the basic knowledge and skills of gas compression equipment and maintenance.
- Hands-on work environment.
Course Plan
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