Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) Manufacturing
Liquified Natural Gas (LNG) Manufacturing
Build a rewarding career in LNG Manufacturing without leaving Southeast Texas. Â鶹Æƽâ°æ's Advanced Technical Certificate prepares you for work in one of the region's fastest-growing industries through hands-on training at the most advanced industrial training facility in the area. You'll gain practical skills the local energy employers recognize and respect, translating directly into better job prospects and stronger earning potential. Start your path toward a stable, fulfilling future in liquified natural gas manufacturing.
Top Careers in LNG Manufacturing
A career in LNG manufacturing can lead to roles like Gas Plant Operator, Chemical Plant and System Operator, LNG Technician, Process Operator, or Compressor Station Operator. Most professionals build their experience from entry-level positions before advancing into higher-paying work. Starting as a Plant Operator Trainee or Process Technician opens the door to roles running compressors, scrubbers, and refrigeration equipment, while strong performance can lead to control-room and supervisory work. With added certifications and experience, you can grow into roles like Gas Controller or Lead Process Operator. Your training in process operations, equipment monitoring, safety, and gas processing systems gives you the hands-on foundation to grow into a rewarding career in the field.
Â鶹Æƽâ°æ's hands-on training builds the exact skills Southeast Texas employers want, opening the door to better-paying work. Gas plant operators earn a median of $79,910 statewide, while chemical plant and system operators earn $102,750. Entry-level positions provide a solid foundation, while experienced professionals can earn considerably more depending on their role, experience, and employer. It's a clear, practical route to a stable and rewarding future in the field.
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Kenneth Ballou
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UITC Room 201E
Phone: 409- 984-6367
Email: balloukw@lamarpa.edu
Program Information
| Course | Title | SCH |
|---|---|---|
| First Semester | ||
| LNGM 1370 | Introduction to Liquefied Natural Gas | 3 |
| LNGM 1371 | Liquefied Natural Gas Hazards and Safety Practices | 3 |
| HART 1307 | Refrigeration Principles | 3 |
| Second Semester | ||
| LNGM 2472 | Liquefied Natural Gas Plant Operations | 4 |
| HART 2342 | Commercial Refrigeration | 3 |
| Total | 16 | |
An Â鶹Æƽâ°æ LNG Manufacturing credential opens the door to a long career in gas processing, plant operations, and industrial energy work. After finishing the program, graduates can:
- Step into the workforce ready to contribute. Graduates often begin as Plant Operator Trainees, Process Technicians, Gas Plant Operators, Chemical Plant and System Operators, or Compressor Station Operators — roles in steady demand at LNG terminals, refineries, and energy plants across Southeast Texas and beyond.
- Keep building on your credits. Coursework from the program may count toward additional credentials or related degrees, depending on the college and degree plan. With a marketable skills award, an advanced technical certificate, and stackable training options, Â鶹Æƽâ°æ lets you advance at the pace that fits your life.
- Continue toward a four-year degree. After earning your certificate, you can build toward an associate degree and transfer to a university to pursue a Bachelor's degree in Process Technology, Industrial Technology, Engineering, or a related field, where available.
- Grow into leadership roles. As you gain experience and earn industry credentials in process operations, safety, or equipment systems, doors open to positions like Control-Room Operator, Gas Controller, Lead Process Operator, or Shift Supervisor — careers that reward both skill and ambition with strong earning potential.
With these stackable credentials, you can earn a focused LNG manufacturing qualification, enter the workforce, and continue advancing your skills and career on a timeline that fits your goals.
What is the LNG Manufacturing program at Â鶹Æƽâ°æ?
The LNG Manufacturing program at Â鶹Æƽâ°æ trains you for work at LNG terminals, refineries, and energy plants throughout the region. The curriculum covers process operations, equipment monitoring, safety, and gas processing systems, along with the hands-on skills needed to run compressors, scrubbers, and refrigeration equipment. Built around the skills employers actually use, it gives you the practical, job-ready knowledge that Southeast Texas energy employers value.
What certifications or credentials can I earn through the LNG Manufacturing program?
Once you complete the LNG Manufacturing program, you can earn a marketable skills award and an Advanced Technical Certificate. Beyond your certificate, you can pursue industry credentials in areas like process operations, plant safety, or equipment systems — credentials that expand your career options and boost your earning potential.
What kind of jobs can I get with LNG Manufacturing training?
This training opens doors at LNG terminals, refineries, gas processing facilities, and energy plants throughout the region. Graduates step into roles such as Plant Operator Trainee, Process Technician, Gas Plant Operator, Chemical Plant and System Operator, Compressor Station Operator, or LNG Technician.
Is the LNG Manufacturing program flexible for working adults?
Absolutely. The LNG Manufacturing program offers flexible scheduling built around the demands of work and family, so commuters and working adults can pursue their training without putting life on hold. An advisor can help you map out a schedule that fits your goals.
How long does it take to complete the LNG Manufacturing program?
You can finish the LNG Manufacturing program on a timeline that suits you. The Advanced Technical Certificate takes less time than a full degree, while a marketable skills award can be earned even faster. Enrolling in summer terms or earning advanced placement can shorten that path. An advisor will help you choose the schedule that fits your goals.
What is the salary potential for an LNG Manufacturing professional?
Pay in LNG manufacturing reflects both your role and your experience. Drawing on Texas Workforce Commission and federal wage data, gas plant operators earn a median of $67,700–$88,514 a year, while chemical plant and system operators earn $67,700–$104,622. Entry-level workers usually start near the lower end of these ranges, though experienced professionals command considerably higher pay. With added certifications and experience, supervisors and control-room operators can earn $85,140–$112,458. Your earnings will depend on where you work, how much experience you bring, and the position you hold. Because demand stays strong, added experience and credentials can move you into well-paid leadership roles down the road.
The Â鶹Æƽâ°æ Advantage
Why choose Â鶹Æƽâ°æ for your LNG Manufacturing training? Our LNG Manufacturing program connects you to in-demand careers across Southeast Texas. You'll work hands-on with process operations, equipment monitoring, and gas processing systems, sharpen your safety and problem-solving skills, and master what matters to local employers — running compressors, scrubbers, and refrigeration equipment with confidence and a firm grasp of how energy plants run. Small class sizes, experienced instructors, and the most advanced industrial training facility in the region come together to launch your career, all at a price that won't hold you back.