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Program Mission Statements
The Chemical Laboratory Technology (CLT) Program is committed to preparing students for a career as a chemical laboratory technician within the Chemical Process Industry (CPI) or in any related laboratory-type job. The two- year curriculum is designed to provide opportunities to assimilate chemical knowledge , develop laboratory skills and competencies , and develop attitudes and abilities consistent with teamwork which will prepare the student for job entry , economic independence, occupational advancement, and career development as a Chemical Laboratory Technician. |
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The CLT Program proposes:
- •To develop opportunities for students to acquire economic independence through career development, job entry, and occupational advancement within the CPI.
- •To provide a background in chemistry appropriate to the needs of employment within the CPI.
- •To provide meaningful chemical laboratory experiences that will prepare students for entry into industrial laboratory settings.
- •To develop student technical skills and critical thinking skills to the level of competency required for postgraduate employment.
- •To provide opportunities for students to develop the oral and written communication skills that will be required in the industrial laboratory setting.
- •To provide opportunities for students to develop leadership skills and attitudes conducive to effective team participation.
- •To encourage and support student participation in professional affiliations.
- •To offer timely and appropriate academic advisement and remediation accessibility for students.
The Chemical Laboratory Technology (CLT) Program started in January 1999. This program is designed to prepare students for a career in the Chemical Process Industry (CPI) or related chemical laboratory-type jobs.
Objectives of the program include :
- •a strong background in the appropriate core sub disciplines of chemistry;
- •laboratory training using state-of-the-art instruments, materials and techniques employed in the chemical industry;
- •appropriate safety training;
- •problem solving skills, including statistical analysis of data;
- •the skills and understanding necessary to be able to effectively work as part of a team;
- •effective oral and written communication skills and proper record keeping techniques.
- •To meet the requirements of this program, prospective chemical technicians should begin their educational preparations while in high school by taking at least one year of algebra and one year of a science , preferably chemistry, that includes laboratory experience.
**Realizing that many students become aware of technical career possibilities too late to satisfy college academic requirements, Del Mar College offers a schedule of noncredit courses that will allow students to meet the necessary requirements or prerequisites for the program.
Career Opportunities
Graduates of the Chemical Laboratory Technology (CLT) program should be in high demand for job opportunities not only in the Coastal Bend Region, but statewide, in chemical and petrochemicals, plastics, food, environmental, government and analytical labs, and numerous other companies requiring the skills of a degreed chemical technician. Click here to read more.
Degree Plans
Associate in Applied Science Degree: Chemical Laboratory Technology
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