{"product_id":"power-plant-operations","title":"Power Plant Operations","description":"\u003cp class=\"course-intro\"\u003eLearn the skills you need to gain entry-level employment as a power plant operator.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003cul class=\"course-facts\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e400 course hrs\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCode GES709\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOpen enrollment\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSelf paced\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003cnav class=\"course-nav\"\u003e\u003ca href=\"#overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#objective\"\u003eObjective\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#outline\"\u003eOutline\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#requirements\"\u003eRequirements\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#prerequisites\"\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#instructor\"\u003eInstructor\u003c\/a\u003e\u003ca href=\"#faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/nav\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"overview\"\u003eOverview\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you want a career with high pay and a stable work environment, this online Power Plant Operations course will get you on the right track. Now is an excellent time to start an exciting career as a power plant operator—there are thousands of power plants in the United States alone, and a large portion of the workforce is retiring, creating open power plant operator jobs for many years to come. Power plant operator training will prepare you to fill the ongoing need for entry-level positions in this industry.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis unique, user-friendly course is designed for people who have minimal knowledge of the industry, math, physics, or chemistry. The necessary science concepts are built into the course modules. Very few institutions provide power plant operator training and certification opportunities for entry-level operators, so your certificate from this course will give you an edge over others in the field.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAfter you complete this course, you will be fluent in how to operate a power plant with safety as the prime consideration. You'll be able to make adjustments to keep system process variables, such as flows, temperatures, and pressures, within acceptable ranges; detect both potential and actual problems and analyze operational trends as well as take corrective actions. 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You're encouraged to print the on-screen course material for your reference.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"prerequisites\"\u003ePrerequisites\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePrerequisites:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTo enroll in this course, you should have basic keyboarding and computer skills, and be comfortable navigating the Internet and using email. You should have a high school diploma or the equivalent. This course is for you if you seek entry-level employment in a power plant.\u003c\/p\u003e You've got questions.\u003cbr\u003e We're here to help.\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"instructor\"\u003eInstructor\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMax Ansari\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMax Ansari is currently the Partner\/Training Program Development Manager at Houston Industrial Training Institute (HITI), which focuses on development of web-based training programs for complex industrial processes such as power plants, oil refineries, and chemical manufacturing plants. His past experience includes 15 years of operational experience in a large refinery\/power plant complex including three years as Manager of Operations. He holds a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering, and is a certified Professional Engineer and First Class Steam Engineer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\u003ch3 id=\"faqs\"\u003eFAQs\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cdiv class=\"course-sec\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDoes this course prepare you for a certification?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eNo.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen can I start the course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is open enrollment, so you can register and start the course as soon as you are ready. Access to your course can take 24-48 business hours.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow long does it take to complete this course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is self-paced and open enrollment, so you can start when you want and finish at your own pace. When you register, you'll receive twelve (12) months to complete the course.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat if I don't have enough time to complete my course within the time frame provided?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe time allotted for course completion has been calculated based on the number of course hours. However, if you are unable to complete the course, contact the student advising team to see what options you may have available to work out a suitable completion date. Please note that an extension fee may be charged.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat kind of support will I receive?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOur courses are designed to accommodate various learning preferences. Depending on the course structure, you may get different forms of support. Self-paced courses are designed to be user-friendly and independent, minimizing the need for external support. In courses with instructors, our direct platform support feature includes opportunities for questions, discussions, and remediation, with email and phone support available for select courses. Our student advising team is available to guide you on program requirements and administrative requests, but they do not provide assistance with course content. Our goal is to provide you with the necessary support for success, whether it's through self-paced exploration, direct communication, or guidance from our advising team.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat happens when I complete the course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUpon successful completion of the course, you will be awarded a Certificate of Completion.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAm I guaranteed a job?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course will provide you with the skills you need to obtain an entry-level position in most cases. Potential students should always do research on the job market in their area before registering.\u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCan I get financial assistance?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis course is non-credit, so it does not qualify for federal aid, FAFSA and Pell Grant. In some states, vocational rehab or workforce development boards will pay for qualified students to take our courses. Additionally, some students may qualify for financial assistance when they enroll, if they meet certain requirements. Financing is available from select schools. Learn more about financial assistance. \u003c\/p\u003e \u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow can I get more information about this course?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf you have questions that are not answered on our website, representatives are available by phone. You can also call us at 1-855-532-7642 during regular business hours to have your questions promptly answered. 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