Plant Operations
The Plant Operations Program prepares students for essential roles in industrial settings
where safety, precision, and problem-solving are critical. Designed to meet the needs
of today’s process-driven industries, this program equips students with the skills
to operate, monitor, and maintain complex mechanical systems used in manufacturing
and processing plants.
Through a combination of hands-on training, scientific fundamentals, and real-world troubleshooting techniques, students learn to manage equipment, identify and resolve operational issues, and ensure safe and efficient plant performance. Emphasis is placed on industry-standard safety practices, effective communication using technical vocabulary, and understanding the role of equipment within larger industrial systems.
Graduates are prepared for entry-level careers as plant or process operators in a variety of industries common to Southwest Wyoming, including soda ash production, fertilizer manufacturing, natural gas processing, wastewater treatment, and chemical refining.
Program Learning Outcomes
- Demonstrate foundational safety practices essential to plant operations, ensuring compliance with industry standards and protocols.
- Apply systematic troubleshooting methods, including identification, analysis, and resolution of issues in plant processes and systems.
- Research and interpret equipment functions, understanding component roles, process integration, and operational best practices.
- Communicate effectively using industry-specific terminology to explain equipment operations, process flows, and technical procedures.
- Integrate and apply fundamental scientific principles relevant to industrial plant environments, supporting informed operational decisions.