Certified Automation Professional (CAP)
International Society of Automation
The ISA Certified Automation Professional® (CAP®) certification is a mark of career excellence that affirms your commitment to quality and demonstrates your expertise and knowledge of automation and controls. CAPs are individuals who have proven they possess an extensive knowledge of automation and controls and that they have the expertise and qualifications to excel in their fields
Duration
Not specified
Credits
Not specified
Cost
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Format
Hybrid
What You'll Learn
AI-generatedKey competencies developed through this program
- KnowledgeEvaluate automation solutions for process optimization considering operational requirements, safety standards, and industry best practices.Proficient
- KnowledgeAssess automation project requirements and technical feasibility in alignment with organizational objectives and regulatory compliance.Proficient
- MindsetIntegrate safety and quality standards into automation practices when designing and maintaining control systems in industrial environments.Proficient
- KnowledgeApply automation and control system principles to industrial processes and manufacturing environments.Developing
- KnowledgeAnalyze control loop performance and system behavior using diagnostic tools and performance metrics.Developing
- Hands-onOperate industrial control systems and automation equipment following established protocols and safety procedures.Developing
- Hands-onCalibrate instrumentation and measurement devices to ensure accurate process control and data acquisition.Developing
- KnowledgeDiagnose automation system faults and performance issues using troubleshooting methodologies and technical documentation.Developing
- KnowledgeInterpret technical specifications, P&IDs, and control system documentation to support system implementation and maintenance activities.Developing
- KnowledgeDemonstrate knowledge of networking and communication protocols used in distributed control systems and industrial automation.Developing
Skills developed through this program
- Define preliminary automation scope using established work practices to meet business needs and justify the project with cost/benefit and financial analyses
- Conduct technical and risk analyses to select primary control strategies and determine the appropriate degree of automation, safety, and security
- Elicit and consolidate design requirements by collaborating with stakeholders, reviewing codes/standards, and forming the basis of design across architecture, safety, security, and reporting
- Analyze alternative technical approaches to establish an automation strategy and produce preliminary cost estimates that support project viability
- Perform safety, security, and compliance assessments to align system design with applicable standards, regulations, and hazard analysis outcomes
- Develop detailed specifications and standards for instrumentation, networks, and software including functional descriptions, testing methods, and construction work packages
Occupations this program prepares you for
Detailed information about this program
The ISA Certified Automation Professional® (CAP®) certification is a mark of career excellence that affirms your commitment to quality and demonstrates your expertise and knowledge of automation and controls.CAPs are individuals who have proven they possess an extensive knowledge of automation and controls and that they have the expertise and qualifications to excel in their fields
What you need to earn this credential
Internship/Fieldwork/Practicum Requirements
Evidence of technical degree Four-year academic degree from an accredited educational institution in a technical or technology field including engineering, chemistry, physics, math, etc.. Related work experience Related experience means a minimum of five years of work in the automation field. One year of work experience is defined as 1,500 hours of active employment. A cumulative total of 7,500 hours of documented work experience is required during the five-year period prior to your application date. Passing the CAP Associate certificate program exam counts as one year of work experience, or 1,500 hours toward the 7,500 total hours required.
Eligible funding programs
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Scholarships
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