Remington College

Have you always had a basic curiosity about how things work? Do you have an interest in mechanical and electrical operations and troubleshooting? If this describes you, Remington College's 24-month* Process Control Engineering Technology (PCET) associate's degree program offers you a chance to build on those fundamentals and gain the added prestige of an associate's degree in the multi-faceted field of process control technology.

Several of today's industrial, manufacturing, and production plants, both large and small, are looking for skilled individuals with specialized knowledge and hands-on skills. These technicians are relied on to control, monitor, and troubleshoot instrumentation boards, pumps, compressors, heat exchangers, distillation columns, boilers and furnaces, controls, alarms, detection systems, switches, relays, and other equipment and tools that are integral to a plant's successful daily operation.

Remington College's well-rounded mix of classroom and hands-on training exposes you to several aspects of the wide-ranging process control technology field, including: • Industry tools and equipment such as piping, tubing, hoses, fittings, turbines, motors and engines, power trains, and more
• Control room operations, including equipment startup, operation, and shutdown
• Instrumentation processes focusing on pressure, temperature, levels, and flow
• Analytical and measuring devices
• Oil and gas production processes and techniques
• Troubleshooting techniques
• New energy technologies on the horizon and how they are addressing critical environmental issues around the globe

You'll study the PCET basics (including algebra, chemistry, and basic physics) and have several opportunities to work with computer simulation models in our hands-on skills labs.

Coursework is in accordance with the standardized curriculum developed by the Center for the Advancement of Process Technology (CAPT). CAPT, based in Texas, is funded by the Advanced Technological Education (ATE) Program, which is part of the National Science Foundation (NSF).

Imagine yourself at the heart of it all, as a trained professional with responsibility for helping to ensure the smooth operation of an entire manufacturing or production plant! (br>
You may have the opportunity to work in busy settings like petroleum refineries, pulp and paper manufacturing plants, food processing plants, power generation plants, wastewater treatment facilities, or chemical manufacturing concerns.

Take advantage of this opportunity to learn the fundamentals of this important field and pursue your career prospects in production and manufacturing settings.** Remington College's 24-month PCET associate's degree program could be the perfect way to power up a rewarding new future.

* Program completion timelines may vary based on individual performance/circumstances. Individual results may vary.
**Employment is not guaranteed upon graduation.

 

The objective of this program is to train graduates to qualify for entry level positions such as Computer Service Technicians, Electronic Laboratory Technicians, Field Service Engineers, Installation Technicians and as technicians in Communications, Instrumentation, Digital and Computer Electronics. This curriculum explores both the basic fundamentals and advanced theory in Electronics, Integrated Circuit Microprocessors and Computer Technology including Local Area Networks. Laboratory experience is provided as an integral part of the Electronics program. Students also receive a background in the fundamentals of digital computers and hands-on experience with test equipment.

The Computer and Network Administration program combines a traditional college degree with certification-specific training. This creates a program that Remington College believes is distinctive in the IT education industry and the workplace. Additionally, Remington College has included several other technology standards in this program providing a wide-ranging educational experience for its IT students.

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The Business Administration Program trains you in business-related accounting software and computer applications like Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access. As a student in this Program, you will also be trained in the basics of payroll administration, employee benefits and bookkeeping.

The Business Administration Program trains you in business-related accounting software and computer applications like Microsoft Word, Excel, and Access. As a student in this Program, you will also be trained in the basics of payroll administration, employee benefits and bookkeeping.

There are a wide variety of culinary establishments found today, everything from small restaurants to large banquet facilities. These types of businesses require individuals who are trained in a variety of culinary areas to ensure their customers are treated appropriately. These areas include measuring, mixing, and cooking ingredients according to recipes, as well as directing other kitchen workers, estimating food requirements, and ordering food supplies. The objective of the Culinary Arts Program is to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge that will enable them to qualify for entry-level positions in the many different types of culinary facilities. These positions include, but are not limited to, short-order cooks, cafeteria cooks, food preparers, and sous chefs. This training program is divided into six and twelve-week quarters. Completion of the 96 week program is acknowledged by the awarding of an Associates of Applied Science Degree.

The curriculum provides the student with instruction in the following fields: graphic/typographic design, digital design, imaging, digital pre-press operations, Web site design production, and the business aspects of advertising and marketing. Hands-on laboratory experience is an integral part of the program. Experience in PC and Macintosh design environments using graphics-standard software are skill building experiences for students. In addition, students are given individual instruction and advice on preparation of resumes, final portfolios, and techniques for successful job interviews.

The Clinical Medical Assisting program is designed to prepare the student for entry-level positions as an assistant in the administrative or clinical setting of a medical office. The emphasis of the program is placed on medical ethics, terminology, anatomy and physiology, human relations, skills for the medical office, use and care of diagnostic equipment, venipuncuture, injections, pharmacology, universal precautions, vital signs, hematology, EKG, urinalysis, and microbiology.

The field of criminal justice centers around the control of criminal behavior in the maintenance of public order and includes the primary functions of law enforcement, prosecution, trial, corrections, and associated responsibilities as well as the secure management, safe keeping, and control of inmates committed to jail or prison custody performed in a humane manner in compliance with constitutional standards.

A student in this program gains skills in line and support business functions including merchandising, administrative, distribution, and service industries, as well as other areas that prepare you for an exciting career. The program offers students the opportunity to build skills in software applications (including accounting applications), e-commerce, and Web page development. The International Business program prepares students for employment or advancement in businesses involved in international trade or service, including tourism. Skills from this program prepare you for a career dealing with finance, economics and marketing.

The Cosmetology Diploma Program provides training in various phases of cosmetology, including manicures, pedicures, facials and wig care. The objective of this program is to prepare graduates for entry-level positions as cosmetologists in work locations such as licensed beauty salons, day spas, or nail salons. Program completion normally takes 48 weeks (close to 1 year) for full-time students. In addition, Cosmetology students must attend 1,500 clock hours in order to apply for licensure(1) and graduate with a diploma.

The objective of the Dental Assisting Program is to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge that will enable them to qualify for entry-level positions in the dental office.

The objective of the Medical Assisting Program is to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge that will enable them to qualify for entry-level positions as medical assistants. Since medical assistants are trained in both administrative and clinical procedures, they are capable of filling a variety of entry level positions: including clinical or administrative assistant, medical receptionist, and medical insurance biller.

The objective of the Massage Therapist Program is to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge that will enable them to qualify for entry-level positions in Massage Therapy. This program will provide learning experiences, coordinated with the texts and clinical activities to enable graduates to obtain basic competency needed for employment as a Massage Therapist. Based on the natural instinct to touch in response to pain, massage is an ancient healing art being rediscovered for modern times.

In recent years, the Pharmacy Technician profession has become indispensable to the health care field. The objective of the Pharmacy Technician Program is to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge that will enable them to qualify for entry-level positions in pharmacies.

The Electronic Technology Diploma Program is designed to provide students with diverse training in basic electronics and electronic technology. During the course of this program, students will explore both fundamental and advanced theories in electronics, integrated circuits, microprocessors, computer technology, and home electronics - through classroom instruction, hands-on laboratory experiences and computerized simulations.

With a Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Professional Diploma from Remington College, you will have the opportunity to pursue entry-level positions in a variety of HVAC industries including residential heating and cooling, commercial or industrial heating and cooling, residential, commercial or industrial refrigeration and freezers.

Offered as a 12-month diploma program at our Memphis, Tennessee campus, the curriculum provides HVAC training for residential, commercial and industrial equipment in one convenient program.

Many people go through the process of getting an X-ray, an electrocardiogram (EKG), or both at some point in their lives. If you, a family member or friend have been through these procedures, you know the key role that an X-ray technician or EKG administrator has in the medical office and the physician diagnosis process. With these two specializations combined, the X-Ray Tech (Limited Scope) with EKG Diploma Program at Remington College gives you the opportunity to learn both clinical and laboratory skills. Plus, you can choose to continue your education and pursue an associate's degree in Allied Health Sciences at Remington College.

The objective of the Medical Billing and Coding Program is to provide graduates with the skills and knowledge that will enable them to qualify for entry-level positions in medical insurance billing. The program takes about 8 or 9 months to complete. When you complete the Medical Billing and Coding Program, you will be awarded a diploma and should have the basic skills and knowledge to start your career as a medical coder.

If the fields of design, architecture, and engineering interest you, consider earning a diploma in Computer Aided Design and Drafting (CADD) at Remington College. Remington College's 12-month diploma program offers a solid foundation in CADD basics and focuses on various drafting specialties, including: - Mechanical drafting - Electrical drafting - Civil drafting and mapping - Structural steel drafting - Architectural drafting - Drafting of commercial/residential piping and plumbing You'll have an opportunity to develop your hands-on skills and proficiency in the latest two-dimensional (2D) and three-dimensional (3D) technology. As a full-time student, you can be on the road to your new drafting career in a minimum of 12 months.(1) Once you approach graduation, Remington College's Career Services Department can help you fine-tune your resume, assist you with interviewing skills and inform you of local job fairs and employment opportunities. Most of us see the products of computer-aided drafting, also known as computer-aided design, on a daily basis, whether it's in the items we buy, the conveyances we travel in, or the buildings we live and work in. So why not turn your interest in design technology into a possible new career that has depth, dimension - and potential? Earning your CADD diploma from Remington College may be your blueprint to a brighter future. Enroll in Remington College's 12-month CADD program, and get started today.

Many health care offices employ medical assistants to ensure operations run smoothly. In our Medical Laboratory Assistant diploma program, you'll have the opportunity to learn medical assisting skills, as well as gain additional training required for a laboratory or clinical setting.

Do you desire the training to bake artistic pastries? Interested in opening the door to a career that focuses on delicious desserts? Remington College's Pastry Arts diploma program stands poised to help prepare you to bake your passion for pastries into something more, in as few as 9 months.

Train for a career in the physical fitness field in just nine months! Remington College offers you a chance to learn the basics of personal fitness training and enter a fast-growing profession (expected to increase 27% in the coming years) in the health and fitness industry (www.bls.gov/oco/ocos296.htm). You'll also have an opportunity to train toward the Certified Personal Trainer certification through the National Strength and Conditioning Association (NSCA-CPT), become CPR certified and take part in an exciting, two-week training "boot camp" in Las Vegas, Nevada, conducted by a top certified instructor.
Picture a potential career designing and implementing physical training programs as a fitness instructor, personal trainer, or personal coach in a training center or health club--or as your own boss! After graduation, you can be well on your way to the career you've always wanted. If you love to exercise, enjoy working with people, can motivate and energize others, and want to pump up your career prospects, don't delay--enroll in Remington College's Personal Fitness Trainer program today!

The Bachelor of Science Degree in Criminal Justice (BSCJ) is designed to provide specific, in-depth professional courses as well as a broad, well-balanced general education. The curriculum is structured for the student seeking either pre-service or in-service education.

If you're interested in becoming a key player in a business environment, a degree in Organizational Management may help you achieve your goal. Remington College's bachelor of science in Organizational Management program offers you the skills you need for entry-level managerial positions in a variety of business settings.

Students who qualify for the Organizational Management Bachelor of Science program must have completed a minimum of 90 credit hours, including 66 hours in core courses and 24 hours of general education courses. The curriculum is designed for students looking to enhance their education and continue advanced training in this dynamic field.