Plant Operations | Clovis Community College (NM)

Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

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Skills

Equipment MaintenanceCritical ThinkingOperations MonitoringOperation and ControlMonitoringRepairingTroubleshootingReading Comprehension

Knowledge

MechanicalPublic Safety and SecurityMathematicsEngineering and TechnologyEducation and Training

Abilities

Problem SensitivityNear VisionInformation OrderingControl PrecisionOral ComprehensionDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningSelective AttentionOral ExpressionPerceptual Speed

Tasks

Monitor hydroelectric power plant equipment operation and performance, adjusting to performance spec
Identify or address malfunctions of hydroelectric plant operational equipment, such as generators, t
Start, adjust, or stop generating units, operating valves, gates, or auxiliary equipment in hydroele

Technology

Facilities management softwareIndustrial control softwareElectronic mail softwareSpreadsheet softwareOffice suite software

Tools

Adjustable hand wrenchesChannel lock pliersClamp-on ammetersClaw hammersCombustion turbinesCordless drillsDesktop computersDigital multimetersDrill pressesForkliftsGrease gunsHydroelectric generating unitsLaptop computersLevel probesMobile radios

Work Values

AchievementWorking ConditionsSupportRecognitionRelationshipsIndependence

Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

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Occupations matched to this program, with median wage, top wage, growth, and openings
SOC	Occupation	Method	Wage	Growth	Openings
Match confidence: medium51-8013.04	Hydroelectric Plant Technicians	title_inference	—	—	—

Program Pathways

Credentials this program stacks toward

No program pathways.

What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: developing (Level 2)(based on Certificate)

Hydroelectric plant equipment performance — monitor continuously and adjust operating parameters independently to meet performance specifications during regular production shifts.
Generator and turbine malfunctions — identify common fault indicators and initiate corrective actions using plant troubleshooting guides with minimal supervisor consultation.
Generating unit operations — start, adjust, and stop units and associated valves and gates in correct sequence with limited oversight during normal and scheduled load-change events.
Environmental containment protocols — execute preventive and corrective spill-response procedures independently, documenting actions in compliance logs after routine and minor incidents.
Water-powered generator and auxiliary equipment inspections — conduct thorough scheduled inspections, noting deficiencies and recommending maintenance or repair needs to supervisors.
Dispatcher and supervisor communications — relay accurate, timely equipment status updates via radio and electronic mail using established reporting formats during operational transitions.
High-voltage switches and related devices — operate safely and accurately following switching orders in hydropower substations with awareness of system isolation requirements.
Turbines, pumps, valves, and electric control boards — operate the full complement of plant equipment competently across routine daily tasks in an active hydroelectric generating plant.
Troubleshooting procedures — apply systematic diagnostic reasoning to isolate mechanical or electrical faults using plant schematics and technical documentation in production environments.
Maintenance scheduling and time management — prioritize and complete preventive maintenance tasks within assigned timeframes using facilities management and work-order software tools.

Program Details

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Requirements

What you need to earn this credential

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Financial Aid

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Scholarships

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