Saint Paul College Programs

Energy Process Technology

Program Documents

Program Brochure

Program Overview

This program identifies the processes, equipment, systems and information needed to obtain employment in a power generating facility or a refinery. Through lab exercises and internships in industry related facilities, students focus on one of two options: the Energy Production Technician emphasis or the Process Plant Technology emphasis.

Program Requirements:
• Energy Process Technology AAS Degree
• Energy Process Technology Certificate

What You'll Learn

• How to use measuring tools associated with mechanical repair, including personal computers and instrumentation.
• How to safely use a variety of hand tools commonly associated with mechanical repair, metallurgy, shop machines, and system diagrams.
• How to recognize the basic purpose, structure and operation of a plant system, including boiler and auxiliary equipment; combustion, condensers, and circulating water.
• Knowledge of the operation of Gas Turbines and diesels.

Career Settings

• Power Generating Companies
• Electric Generating Plants
• Large Manufacturing Companies
• Refineries

Potential Employers

• Xcel Energy
• District Energy St. Paul, Inc.
• Great River Energy

Additional Benefits

• Learn from experienced instructors who teach in a "hands on" environment.
• Start employment with an established knowledge of the tools and equipment used in the trade.
• Graduates of the Energy Process Technology program usually have the choice of many immediate employment opportunities.