This program is delivered only through Kenai Peninsula College.
The Occupation Endorsement Certificate in Valve Repair and Maintenance prepares students for work as an entry-level valve technician.
Admission Requirements
Graduation Requirements
- Complete the General University Requirements for Occupational Endorsement Certificates.
- Complete the following major requirements:
| Code | Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| PETR A130 | Remotely Actuated Valves 1 | 4 |
| PETR A131 | Mechanically Actuated Valves 2 | 2 |
| PETR A155 | Process Industry Basics 3 | 3 |
| PRT A140 | Industrial Process Instrumentation I | 3 |
| Total | 12 | |
- 1
PETR A130 presented "online" but includes five on-site 8-hour hands-on sessions of practical instruction.
- 2
PETR A131 presented "online" but includes two on-site 8-hour hands-on sessions of practical instruction.
- 3
PETR A155 presented "online" but includes four on-site 8-hour hands-on sessions of practical instruction.
A minimum of 12 credits is required for the certificate.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Students graduating with an Occupational Endorsement Certificate in Valve Installation and Maintenance will be able to:
- Describe general troubleshooting techniques and repair procedures for remotely actuated valves.
- Describe general troubleshooting techniques and repair procedures for mechanically actuated valves.
- Describe alignment techniques for remotely actuated valves.
- Describe negative feedback control of a remotely actuated valve in a closed loop control system.
- Identify various hand tools and their safe use in valve maintenance and repair procedures.