Program Overview

University of Alaska Fairbanks

The University of Alaska Fairbanks offers a comprehensive range of academic programs, including the Instrumentation Technology program.

Instrumentation Technology Program

The instrumentation technology program is designed to develop entry-level skills in industrial instrumentation. Courses combine technical know-how, the use of state-of-the-art equipment, and hands-on experience necessary for work in a variety of industrial instrumentation fields.

Program Objectives

The program aims to teach students the necessary objectives and skills sets required to take the entry-level Instrumentation, Systems and Automation Society certificate examination. This is a nationally recognized certification by industry partners, and individuals holding this certification are sought after by industry partners to fill instrumentation technician positions worldwide.

Program Requirements

To complete the certificate program, students must:

• Complete the general university degree requirements.
• Complete the certificate requirements.
• Complete the following program requirements:
  • ELT 101--Basic Electronics: DC Physics--4 credits
  • ELT 102--Basic Electronics: AC Physics--4 credits
  • ELT 246--Electronic Industrial Instrumentation--3 credits
  • PRT 140--Industrial Process Instrumentation I--3 credits
  • PRT 144--Industrial Process Instrumentation II--3 credits
  • PRT 240--Industrial Process Instrumentation III--3 credits
  • PRT 248--Valve Maintenance and Instrumentation--3 credits
• Minimum credits required--32

Accreditation

The University of Alaska Fairbanks is accredited by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities. The university is an AA/EO employer and educational institution and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual.