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The Virtual Technician and Operator Training Program – Operator Fundamentals is a comprehensive online bundle designed to prepare the next generation of process technology operators. This program brings together five foundational courses—covering daily operations, safety, troubleshooting, facility diagrams, and core process technologies—into one structured learning path.
Whether you are a student exploring a career in process technology, a new hire in the chemical process industries, or a workforce development leader seeking scalable training, this program equips learners with the technical knowledge, safety awareness, and problem-solving skills needed to succeed in modern petrochemical and manufacturing facilities.
Through interactive modules and real-world case studies, learners will build the confidence to step into operator roles and make meaningful contributions from day one as they work through these five courses:
- A Day in the Life of a Process Technology Operator
- Basic Process Technology for Operators
- Process Technology Troubleshooting for Operators
- Facility Safety for Process Technology Operators
- Understanding PIDs and Other Facility Diagrams and Drawing
Why Choose Bulk Enrollment?
Training is most effective when teams learn together. Bulk purchases of this program provide organizations with:
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Consistent, standardized training across multiple operators, ensuring everyone has the same foundational knowledge.
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Scalable workforce development—easily onboard new hires and cross-train employees.
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Cost savings compared to purchasing courses individually.
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Flexibility for employees to complete training online, at their own pace, without disrupting operations.
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Stronger safety culture and operational performance, as teams align on terminology, best practices, and problem-solving approaches.
Investing in bulk enrollment means investing in a safer, more efficient, and more future-ready workforce.
Reach out to RAPIDEducation@aiche.org to discuss bulk enrollment.
By completing this program, you will be able to:
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Explain the role of process operators and conduct typical daily tasks in a facility.
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Apply core process technology concepts including temperature, pressure, electricity, heat transfer, chemistry, gases, and liquid flow.
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Recognize and interpret essential facility drawings (P&IDs, flow diagrams, isometrics, plot plans, elevation drawings, and more).
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Understand and apply safety responsibilities, including PPE use, LOTO procedures, incident reporting, and regulatory compliance.
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Troubleshoot common operational issues by applying structured diagnostic techniques and documenting solutions.
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Appreciate the critical link between accurate drawings, sound troubleshooting, and process safety in maintaining reliable operations.
This program is ideal for:
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New and prospective operators (0–3 years of experience) in chemical, petrochemical, and related industries.
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Students in K–12, technical colleges, and apprenticeships considering careers in process technology.
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Job seekers preparing to enter the chemical process industries.
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Workforce development leaders, HR professionals, and plant managers seeking scalable, industry-aligned operator training.
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Instructors at community and technical colleges looking to supplement process technology curricula.
1. A Day in the Life of a Process Technology Operator (ELA370)
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Explore the roles, responsibilities, and daily tasks of process operators.
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Learn about shift relief, area rounds, PPE, permitting, LOTO, and crisis control.
2. Basic Process Technology for Operators (ELA371)
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Build foundational knowledge in computing, temperature, pressure, industrial electricity, physics, chemistry, heat transfer, gases, and liquid flow.
3. Facility Safety for Process Technology Operators (ELA372)
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Study industrial safety fundamentals, lessons from past incidents, daily safety responsibilities, safety systems, and regulatory requirements.
4. Process Technology Troubleshooting for Operators (ELA373)
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Develop structured approaches for diagnosing and resolving process issues, with emphasis on safety, documentation, and case study practice.
5. Understanding P&IDs and Other Facility Diagrams and Drawings (ELA374)
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Gain proficiency in reading and applying industrial drawings, from block flow diagrams to P&IDs, isometric and elevation drawings, and electrical one-line diagrams.
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