Course Title: Oil Refinery Operations

School: At a college near you (click "Enroll Now" to see location). [Learn More]
Hours required: 400  
Price: $2,595  
Length course offered: N/A   
Instructor: John Galiotos [Bio]

Description:

This nationally recognized Oil Refinery Operations training course and online program will prepare you for an entry-level career as an Oil Refinery Operator. In the United States there are thousands of oil refineries. These facilities are operated by Oil Refinery Operators. These operators are highly paid and enjoy a stable work environment. There is an ongoing need for entry-level personnel. Generally, oil refinery operators enter the workforce in entry-level positions and work their way up - sometimes to senior management positions. Currently a large portion of the workforce is retiring - creating a critical shortage of technical workers for many years to come. This online certificate program is offered in partnership with major colleges, universities, and other accredited education providers.

Goals:

Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:

• Operate an oil refinery with safety as the prime consideration • Monitor instrumentation and the operation of equipment • Make adjustments to keep system process variables such as flows, temperatures and pressures within acceptable ranges • Detect potential and actual problems and take corrective action to prevent the interruption of system operations • Analyze operational trends and take corrective actions • Use standard operating procedures to start/stop production equipment • Maintain communication with other operators, maintenance and the management

Grading System:

Confirmation of Completion awarded with passing score.

School Description:

Offered in connection with a college or university near you, our self-paced, online career courses are designed to launch you into your dream job.

Begin your course anytime. Textbooks are included, and you will have access to student support via phone, email, and chat 24 hours a day.

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Instructor Bio: John Galiotos

Dr. John Galiotos Ph.D is the on-line instructor for this course. He has extensive experience as professor and chair for Process Technology department at one of the largest community colleges in the country.