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Apr 30, 2026
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DRAFT Palo Alto College Schedule/Catalog 2026-2027 [Archived Catalog]
Advanced Manufacturing Technology: Instrumentation & Process Tech. Level 1 Certificate
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Instrumentation and Process Technology awards focus on the installation, maintenance and calibration of devices used in the process and manufacturing industries. These devices control the pressure, temperature, level, and flow of processes used in the petrochemical, refinery, and manufacturing industries.
Students in the Level I Certificate Program learn the basics of: DC/AC electricity, industrial equipment maintenance, the physics of instrumentation, pneumatics and hydraulics controls, and process technology. The Level I Certificate provides students with the foundation for operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting in the petrochemical, refinery and manufacturing industries.
With this award, students may seek jobs such as:
Entry-level Instrumentation Tech., Industrial Tech., Electromechanical Tech.
Stackable Awards:
Advanced Manufacturing Technology: Instrumentation & Process Tech. Specialization A.A.S.
Advanced Manufacturing Technology: Instrumentation & Process Tech. Level 2 Certificate
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Total Credit Hours Required: 19
Milestone Course(s)
*** denotes Milestone course(s)
A milestone course is a course that is critical for success in this program as determined by the Faculty of the Alamo Colleges District.
Additional Program Information
Our newly revamped Instrumentation and Process Technology Program is tailored to address the growing demand for skilled technicians who are adept at safely operating modern process industries. Our curriculum encompasses a wide spectrum of courses spanning instrumentation, quality control, process technologies, and automation technology. All course content is reinforced with hands-on laboratory sessions. As industries increasingly prioritize quality, efficiency, and sustainability, our program shines a spotlight on the indispensable role of modern automation technologies, smart sensing, and instrumentation. By providing our students with training in these vital areas, we prepare them to implement maintenance strategies that effectively curb downtime and ensure seamless operations in the ever-evolving process industries.
Notes:
CIP Code: 15.0403
Major Code: AMIC
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