ENERGY Areas of Study Booklet

Energy, Manufacturing
& Construction

Associate of Applied Science (AAS)
Degrees and Certificates

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only great in size, LSC is a key driver and growing contributor to the local and regional economy.

Students rely on Lone Star College for Associate Degrees, certifications for work in high-demand industries,
and credits that enable them to transfer anywhere. In fact, LSC provides more than 170 degrees and
certificates of study close to home. No wonder over 93,000 students choose Lone Star College!

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BACHELOR OF SCIENCE IN NURSING (BSN)
BACHELOR OF APPLIED TECHNOLOGY IN CYBERSECURITY (BAT)
BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE IN ENERGY, MANUFACTURING
AND TRADES MANAGEMENT (BAS-EMTM)
Prepares you for promotion and advancement into leadership positions within your field. Prepares you for
pursuit of a master’s degree.

ASSOCIATE OF APPLIED SCIENCE (AAS)
A degree program for the student seeking technical career skills for work in a specific career.

• Includes at least 15 credit hours of general education courses.
• Can complete in two years and graduate.
• Most AAS degrees have a Level I & Level II Certificate that a student can complete in six months.

ADVANCED TECHNICAL CERTIFICATE (ATC)
Pursued after the completion of a related bachelor’s or associate degree; preparation for a
specialized career field.

FAST TRACK CERTIFICATE (CERT)
Prepares a student for immediate job entry in a short period of time.

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS (AA)
Prepares you to transfer to a Texas public university or college as a junior with the intention of declaring a
major in the liberal or fine arts (English, History, others).

ASSOCIATE OF SCIENCE (AS)
Prepares you to transfer to a Texas public university or college as a junior with the intention of majoring in the
sciences (Math, Engineering, Biology Social/Behavioral Science, and others.

ASSOCIATE OF ARTS IN TEACHING (AAT)
Prepares you to transfer to a Texas public university as a junior to work towards a degree that leads to initial
Texas teacher certification.

INDUSTRY CERTIFICATION (CERT)
Select Industry Certifications prepare a student for state, national, or global industry recognized credentials.

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on our nation’s highways. The 240 hour program requires
students to go through extensive classroom, backing and driving
training. It is expected that a graduate of the program would
train with a motor carrier for a short period of time to improve
basic proficiency and gain employer related skills.

AUTOMOTIVE SERVICE TECHNICIAN Truck Driver, Stevens Transport: Texas Department of
Public Safety Commercial Drivers License (CDL)
Automotive Service Technician Fast Track Non-Credit Certificate
AAS Degree & Certificate options
• LSC-Transportation and Global Logistics Technology Center
• LSC-Montgomery
• LSC-North Harris Professional Truck Driving training in partnership with Stevens
Transport, is provided by Lone Star College. This fast-track
The Automotive Technology Associate of Applied Science accelerated training will prepare applicants to successfully
degree is designed to provide the broad academic and complete Commercial Drivers License Training and receive
technical education and training necessary to function in your CDL. Stevens Training program at Lone Star College is
today’s automotive service industry. The student will study the recognized as one of the very best programs in the trucking
mechanical, electrical/electronic and environmental systems industry. Plus, Stevens Transport will do two things to sponsor
of the contemporary automobile and light truck. The graduate your education:
will be well prepared for entry-level employment as a career
technician within dealership service departments or other • Stevens Transport will pay for the expense of the CDL
major retail or service firms. The academic requirements of the training courses
program provide a foundation for continued studies should the
student decide to further pursue his or her education or training. • You will be on Stevens’ payroll while receiving your over the
road training (240 hours)
The automotive technology program has been reviewed by
the National Automotive Technician Education Foundation and After graduation from your CDL training, you will go through
has full Automotive Service Excellence (ASE) certification. The an abbreviated orientation at Stevens Transport’s expense
student is prepared and is encouraged to take the appropriate taking place at the headquarters located in Dallas, Texas. Upon
ASE certification exams. completion, you will be hired to go over the road (OTR) and in
to Stevens 8-week training program where you will benefit from
the knowledge of your own personal trainer and mentor. During
this 8-week period Stevens will be paying you a salary after
successfully completing the OTR training program. You will be
assigned your own truck (no slip seating) so you can run solo
and begin to benefit from Stevens’ generous mileage pay and
variety of bonus programs.

TRUCK DRIVING

Truck Driver: Texas Department of Public Safety
Commercial Drivers License (CDL)
Fast Track Non-Credit Certificate

• LSC-Transportation and Global Logistics Technology Center

Students will learn the skills needed to become a professional
truck driver, including pre-trip inspection, basic control skills,
backing, and city street/highway driving. This program satisfies
the requirements set by the Texas Department of Public Safety.

The objective of the Professional Truck Driver program is to
provide an applicant with the basic knowledge and skills in
preparation for successfully completing the Commercial Driver’s
License (CDL) exam. An individual successfully completing this
program should have the ability to safely operate a tractor-trailer

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CONSTRUCTION Corrosion Technology
AAS Degree
Construction Trades
Fast Track Non-Credit Certificate • LSC-University Park

• LSC-North Harris If you have been fascinated by electricity, then you might want
• LSC-Tomball to look at a career as an electrician. Electricians enjoy one
of the higher-paid specialty industry fields with a solid future
The following programs fall under NCCER: as America becomes more dependent on consistent and well-
NCCER Pipefitting I-II maintained supplies of electricity.
NCCER Electrical I-II
NCCER Carpentry I-II ELECTRICAL
NCCER Scaffolding
NCCER Plumbing Electrical Technology
NCCER Heavy Equipment Operation I-II AAS Degree & Certificate options

The National Center for Construction Education and Research • LSC-North Harris
(NCCER) is the training, assessment, certification and career • LSC-Tomball
development standard for the construction and maintenance
craft professional. If you have been fascinated by electricity, then you might want
to look at a career as an electrician. Electricians enjoy one
NCCER credentials can lead to careers in construction. These of the higher-paid specialty industry fields with a solid future
credentials are tracked through NCCER’s Registry System that as America becomes more dependent on consistent and well-
allows organizations and companies to track the qualifications maintained supplies of electricity.
of their craft professionals and/or check the qualifications of
possible new hires. Some electricians become electrical inspectors, enter teaching
programs, or work as construction consultants. A few enter
training programs to become contractors. Electricians are also
finding that their profession is becoming linked with those who do
computer and telecommunications wiring. More than 15 percent
of electricians take additional classes on telecommunications
systems, wiring, and electrical interfaces.

ENGINEERING DESIGN

Construction Supervision Architectural Design Technology
AAS Degree & Certificate options AAS Degree & Certificate options

• LSC-North Harris • LSC-CyFair
• LSC-Kingwood
The Construction Supervision Associate of Applied Science • LSC-Montgomery
degree prepares graduates for entry-level careers as construction • LSC-North Harris
supervisors. This degree combines both the business and
technical aspects of this field. Courses within the program include The Architectural Design Technology Program prepares graduates
Business Principles, Principles of Management, Information and for entry-level careers as architectural designers. Courses within
Project Management, Problem Solving & Decision Making, the program include technical design applications, computer-
Construction Methods & Materials, Basic Construction Safety, aided design software, solid modeling design, applied strength
Construction Management, Construction Estimating, Residential of materials, statics, technical specialty courses, and general
and Light Commercial Blueprint Reading and general academic academic courses.
courses. This program is ideal for a craftsman working to
move up into a superintendent or supervisor position in a large The Architectural Design Technology Associate of Applied
construction firm or subcontractor. Science degree is awarded for successful completion of the 60
semester credit hours required in degree plans. Students desiring
a less comprehensive program may consider the Architectural
Design certificate. This certificate program includes 30
semester credit hours of required technical courses. Graduates
possess the technical skills and knowledge to perform essential
design layout, prepare supporting documentation, and create
finished production drawings in the engineering, construction,
or manufacturing industries. A wide variety of employment
opportunities.

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Mechanical Design Technology basic, entry-level employment in the residential and/or light
AAS Degree & Certificate options commercial heating, air-conditioning and refrigeration service
industry. The essentials of the mechanical and electrical systems
• LSC-CyFair of contemporary air-conditioning, heating and refrigeration
• LSC-Houston North systems are addressed throughout the program.
• LSC-Kingwood
• LSC-Montgomery INDUSTRIAL DIESEL TECHNOLOGY

The Mechanical Design Technology Program prepares graduates Industrial Diesel Technology
for entry-level careers as engineering designers. Courses within AAS Degree & Certificate options
the program include technical design applications, computer-
aided design software, solid modeling design, applied strength • LSC-North Harris
of materials, statics, technical specialty courses, and general
academic courses. The industrial diesel technology program at Lone Star College-
North Harris has been designed by experts in the field and
The Mechanical Design Technology Associate of Applied includes a combination of technical knowledge and hands-on
Science degree is awarded for successful completion of the 60 skills. The curriculum covers a broad range of topics such as
semester credit hours required in degree plans. Students desiring hydraulic systems, computer diagnostic systems, and electrical
a less comprehensive program may consider the Mechanical troubleshooting skills. Graduates are prepared to enter the
Design certificate. This certificate program includes 30 field as field service maintenance technicians, mechanics, and
semester credit hours of required technical courses. Graduates managers. Students may enter the program at the beginning of
possess the technical skills and knowledge to perform essential any semester.
design layout, prepare supporting documentation, and create
finished production drawings in the engineering, construction, The field of diesel technology is experiencing rapid growth
or manufacturing industries. A wide variety of employment as construction and oil extraction technologies evolve. Diesel
opportunities are available. technology is the diagnosis, repair, and maintenance of large
industrial diesel engines. Such engines may be used to power
AutoCAD Draftsman/SolidWorks machines such as trains, large ships, electrical power generators,
Fast Track Non-Credit Certificate oilfield equipment, and heavy construction equipment.

• LSC-CyFair
• LSC-Kingwood
• LSC-Montgomery
• LSC-North Harris
• LSC-Tomball
• LSC-University Park

This certification will prepare you for entry-level employment
opportunities in drafting and design. The AutoCAD Draftsman
certificate involves hands-on training with AutoDesk, one of
the most popular computerized drafting applications used in
manufacturing and construction.

HEATING, VENTILATION, AIR CONDITIONING & INDUSTRIAL ELECTRONICS
REFRIGERATION (HVAC-R)
Industrial Electronics
HVAC & Refrigeration AAS Degree & Certificate options
HVAC & R Commercial | HVAC & R Residential
HVAC & R Occupational Entry | NCCER HVAC I-II • LSC-CyFair
AAS Degree & Certificate options
If you are interested in an exciting and rewarding career where
• LSC-Houston North people and technology come together, Industrial Electronics
• LSC-North Harris Technology may be for you. Specialized courses in electronics
technology emphasize application more than theoretical
The Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration development. The program provides classroom studies with
Associate of Applied Science degree prepares the individual hands-on, high-tech laboratories. The student will use the tools
for a technical service career in residential or light commercial/ of mathematics, science and telecommunications, as well as the
industrial environmental systems. The student will study calculator, computer, telecommunication networks and other
the mechanical and electrical/electronic systems involved laboratory equipment.
in contemporary environmental controls. The academic
requirements of the program provide a foundation for continued
studies should the student decide to pursue his or her education
or training.

The HVAC&R certificate program prepares the individual for

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Industrial electronics technologists entry-level positions include: and general academic coursework, the student will develop the
circuit diagnostics, laboratory and field-testing, manufacturing skills required to be a successful Instrument Technician.
and assembly, quality assurance, technical sales, field service
and certification of new installation projects. They are involved LAND SURVEYING & MAPPING TECHNOLOGY
with all products and systems of industry, including radios,
radars, computers, network/wireless telecommunications Land Surveying & Mapping Technology
applications and security systems, robots, audio and video AAS Degree & Certificate options
systems, automotive electronics, medical instruments and
navigation systems. • LSC-Montgomery

INSPECTION TECHNOLOGY The land surveying & mapping technology program prepares
students to enter a high-tech profession that uses state-of-the-
Inspection Technology art equipment to determine the location and measurement of
AAS Degree & Certificate options improvements and other physical features on the earth’s surface.
Surveying is an integral component for land development
• LSC-North Harris by civil engineers, municipal planners, and the construction
industry.
The manufacture of a single product or complete system
requires initial testing and recurring inspection to ensure reliable LOGISTICS MANAGEMENT
operation. New developments in the fields of space exploration,
oceanography, and transportation with their requirements for Logistics Management
lighter, stronger engineered materials, and advanced fabrication AAS Degree & Certificate options
techniques demand today’s NDT technicians must be prepared
to use the most sophisticated nondestructive testing methods. • LSC-CyFair
• LSC-Houston North
The level one and level two certificate programs are designed • LSC-North Harris
to train students for entry level skills in metallurgy, advanced • LSC-Transportation and Global Logistics Center
ultrasonics including phased array, liquid penetrant, magnetic • LSC-Online
particle, radiographic film interpretation, electromagnetic
testing and other means of inspecting a material, weldment, Logistics management is a business management program
or product while maintaining structural integrity. An inspector’s that prepares graduates for employment in the areas of total
safety, including safety in high radiation areas is covered. All supply chain management, including inventory control,
courses exceed the requirements of the American Society of materials management, and transportation. The field of logistics
Nondestructive Testing (ASNT) recommended practice management includes occupations such as supervisors and/
SNT-TC-1A. or managers of transportation, warehousing, and materials
management.
The Inspection Technology program also provides in-depth
coverage of the American Welding Society (AWS) and American MACHINING
Society of Mechanical Engineering (ASME) codes for structural
welding and pressure vessel fabrication in preparation for the Machining Technology
AWS Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) examination. AAS Degree & Certificate options

The general education core will transfer to a variety of colleges • LSC-CyFair
and universities. Contact a counselor, or faculty member at • LSC-Montgomery
any of the colleges for specific information and to obtain the • LSC-North Harris
recommended sequencing of courses. • LSC-University Park

INSTRUMENTATION TECHNOLOGY Men and women working as machinists, create precise
mechanical parts and tools for engines and other automated
Instrumentation Technology products using power-operated machines. Machinists are also
AAS Degree & Certificate options responsible for reviewing product blueprints and specifications,
planning and troubleshooting the production process, and
• LSC-Kingwood ensuring the accuracy of the finished product they create.

The Instrumentation Technology Associate of Applied Science The machine technology operator/programmer certificate
degree program prepares graduates for entry-level careers and degree programs are designed to prepare graduates for
as Instrument Technicians in the chemical processing industry. careers in the manufacturing industries.
Courses within the program include Instrumentation and Safety,
Process Instrumentation, Industrial Automatic Control, Distributed
Control & Programmable Logic, Instrument Calibration,
Fieldbus Process Control Systems, and Instrumentation System
Troubleshooting. Through the use of state-of-the art simulation
equipment, as well as hands-on applied technology training

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Machining Master OIL & GAS DRILLING SERVICES
AAS Degree & Certificate options
Petroleum Field Service Technician
• LSC-CyFair AAS Degree & Certificate options
• LSC-Montgomery
• LSC-North Harris • LSC-University Park
• LSC-University Park
Men and women working as Field Service, Petroleum Field
Men and women working as machinists, create precise Service, and Automated Manufacturing Technicians complete
mechanical parts and tools for engines and other automated highly technical tasks that require advanced training and
products using power-operated machines. In addition to knowledge. Due to the advancements in electro-mechanical
operating technical machinery, machinists are also responsible systems, interdisciplinary fields are rapidly developing to
for reviewing product blueprints and specifications, planning address the design, operation and maintenance of products, and
and troubleshooting the production process, and ensuring the systems that require a working knowledge of both mechanical
accuracy of the finished product they create. and electronic components.

MECHATRONICS Floorhand Roustabout
Fast Track Non-Credit Certificate
Manufacturing Technician Mechatronics (MSSC)
AAS Degree & Certificate options • LSC-University Park

• LSC-North Harris Designed to meet the oil and gas industry’s need for an
• LSC-University Park educated and prepared workforce, Lone Star College is now
offering an Oil and Gas Drilling Floorhand Roustabout program.
Men and women working as engineering technicians complete Classroom and lab training will provide entry-level knowledge
highly technical tasks that require engineering skills and and skills needed for workers in the drilling and exploration
knowledge. Interdisciplinary fields of engineering are rapidly sector of the oil and gas industry. Upon successful completion of
developing to address the design, operation and maintenance of the Floorhand Roustabout program four nationally recognized
products that require a working knowledge of both mechanical certifications will be provided by the International Association
and electronic components. of Drilling Contractors (IADC®). Lone Star College is the first
provider to offer the Floorhand Roustabout program.
Mechatronic technicians are required to work on and with
equipment integrating electronics, mechanics, pneumatics, PROCESS TECHNOLOGY
hydraulics and computer controls. The engineering technology
program is part of the Lone Star Energy & Manufacturing Process Technology
Institute, which teaches a combination of skills that prepare AAS Degree & Certificate options
students to perform many different jobs in industries including
petroleum-field services and automated manufacturing. • LSC-Kingwood

Mechanical Technician/Mechatronics The Process Technology Associate of Applied Science degree
Fast Track Non-Credit Certificate program prepares graduates for entry-level careers as Process
Technicians/Operators. Courses within the program include
• LSC-University Park
Introduction to Process Technology, Process Equipment, Process
Technical systems have become more and more complex and the Instrumentation, Safety, Health & Environment, Process Systems,
definition of mechatronics has been broadened to include more Quality, Process Operations, and Process Troubleshooting.
areas that are technical. Mechatronic technicians are required to
work on and with equipment integrating electronics, mechanics, Through the use of state-of-the-art simulation equipment, as well
pneumatics, hydraulics, hvac systems and computer controls. as hands-on applied technology training and general academic
Mechanical technical fast track certificate provides training in coursework, the student will develop the skills required to be a
this program that relates to the design of systems, devices and successful process technician/operator.
products aimed at achieving an optimal balance between basic
mechanical structure and its overall control. While working in a The Process Technology Certificate Level II leads to the
hands-on environment students will discover each application in Associate of Applied Science degree. The duties of a process
this field. This program is a combination of hands-on skills that technician vary depending upon the industry with the primary
prepare students to perform many different jobs in industries responsibility of the Process Technician being to operate and
including petroleum-field services and automated manufacturing. maintain specialized equipment to ensure the process is running
efficiently and safely. Graduates possess the technical skills and
knowledge to perform essential processes in petrochemical
plants, refineries, power generation facilities, pharmaceutical
plants, and food & beverage industries.

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PROFESSIONAL PILOT WELDING

Professional Pilot Welding Technology
AAS Degree & Certificate options American Welding Society (AWS) Welder
NCCER Welding I-II
• LSC-Montgomery AAS Degree & Certficate options

The Commercial Pilot certificate is designed for degreed students • LSC-CyFair
who want to take the first step toward a career in Aviation. Only • LSC-Houston North
students who have already earned either an Associate degree • LSC-Montgomery
or a bachelor’s degree may enter the certificate program. • LSC-North Harris
However, certificate students may choose to apply credits
earned in the Commercial Pilot Certificate to the Professional The Associate of Applied Science degree in Welding Technology
Pilot Associate of Applied Science degree. The level I certificate is designed to prepare the individual for a career as a Welding
includes the course work and flight training needed to prepare Technician in the fabrication, construction and manufacturing
for FAA check rides in pursuit of Private Pilot, Instrument, and industries. The program includes hands-on application of
Commercial certifications. SMAW, GTAW, GMAW, and FCAW processes, in all positions,
using pipe, plate and structural shapes.
PIPEFITTING

Pipefitting The welding technology certificate program prepares the student
NCCER Pipefitting I-IV for entry-level employment as a structural welder. The program
AAS Degree & Certificate options provides the essential skills and safety practices in arc welding
procedures in both structural plate and pipe. Courses completed
• LSC-CyFair in this certificate program may be applied toward the welding
• LSC-Montgomery technology associate of applied science degree.
• LSC-North Harris

The Associate of Applied Science of Pipefitting & Certificate are
designed to train students for entry-level positions in pipefitting.
Pipefitters install, assemble, fabricate, maintain, repair and
troubleshoot mechanical piping systems carrying fuel, chemicals,
water, steam and air in heating, cooling, lubricating and various
other process piping systems. Pipefitters are employed in the
maintenance departments of power stations, refineries, offshore
installations, factories and similar establishments, by pipefitting
contractors.

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