Process Technology

Mr. Theobald received both his B.S. in Chemical Engineering from the University of Kentucky in 1979 and his M.S. from the University of Kentucky in 1981. He worked for over 35 years in the petrochemical industry in process development and holds several patents for his work. He has been an instructor of Process Technology at WCJC since 2015.

Office: Bay City Campus, 103
Phone: 979-318-7360
Email: TheobaldE@wcjc.edu

Mr. Caruthers received a Master of Science in Electrical Engineering at the University of Texas and has over 17 years of experience at STP Nuclear Power Plant.

Office:  Bay City Campus, 108
Email: caruthersr@wcjc.edu

Ms. Hunt has a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering from Iowa State University and worked in the natural gas and petrochemical industries for over 31 years. She was involved in the drilling and work-over of underground storage wells, reservoirs, and operation of gas compressor stations with Natural Gas Pipeline of America. She worked with Union Carbide as an environmental engineer, public affairs leader, and site learning leader. During this time, she served on the industry steering committee that established the Process Technology Advisory Committee. After retiring in 2009, she obtained teaching certificates and taught at Industrial High School.  

Office: Bay City Campus, 108
Email: huntk@wcjc.edu

Mr. Lovett received his B.S. in Biology and M.S. in Physics from Sam Houston University. He worked as a certified electronics technician, industrial electrician and worked as a senior analytical and instrumentation specialist for the Dow Chemical Company and the Philips Petroleum Company. He has been an Adjunct Instructor of Process Technology at WCJC since 2016.

Office: Bay City Campus, 108
Email: LovettT@wcjc.edu

George Ramos brings over ten years of experience working in industrial plant environments. He previously served as a Site Logistics Operator for the Polycarbonate team at DOW Chemical in Freeport, Texas, where he balanced full-time professional responsibilities while pursuing higher education at Brazosport College. During this time, he earned an Associate of Applied Science degree in Process Technology.

Driven by a strong passion for learning and teaching, Mr. Ramos has developed extensive hands-on experience across multiple functional areas, including operations, production, warehouse management, emergency response, and laboratory work.

In addition to his technical background, Mr. Ramos holds a Bachelor of Arts degree in Biology from the University of St. Thomas in Houston, Texas, and has completed additional coursework in Operations Management at Brazosport College in Lake Jackson, Texas.

Office: Bay City Campus, 108
Email: gramos722@wcjc.edu

Mr. Sanchez is a Part time Process Technology Instructor with over 20 years of extensive experience in chemical and power generation operations. A multi-award-winning operator formerly with Dow Chemical and Alcoa, Mr. Sanchez brings specialized expertise in EH&S leadership, turnaround logistics, and unit operations to the Bay City Campus. He holds an AAS in Nuclear Power Technology and is committed to bridging the gap between classroom theory and the practical demands required for success in today’s workforce.

Office: Bay City Campus, 108
Email: fsanchez037@wcjc.edu

• CTEC 1480 Cooperative Education I - Chemical Technician
• CTEC 1401 Applied Petrochemical Technology
• PTAC 1302 Introduction to Process Technology
• PTAC 1408 Safety Health and Environment
• PTAC 1410 Process Technology I-Equipment
• PTAC 1432 Process Instrumentation I
• PTAC 1454 Industrial Processes
• PTAC 2314 Principles of Quality
• PTAC 2420 Process Technology II-Systems
• PTAC 2438 Process Technology III-Operations
• PTAC 2446 Process Troubleshooting

SCANS Matrix

• Process Technology SCANS Matrix

• Ronald Price –Operations Manager at Lyondell Basell, Bay City, TX
• Aaron Bloss – Solutions Design Specialist at ATC, Advanced Technology Consultants
• Donald Holt – Site HR Manager at Roehm America LLC
• Mike Ferdinand – Executive Director at MCEDC, Matagorda County Economic Development Corporation
• Alex Gonzalez – Manager of Services at JM Eagle, Wharton, TX
• Keith Sanford – Chief Inspector at State of Texas TDLR, Texas Department of Licensing and Regulation
• Melanie Townsend – Executive Director at BCCDC, Bay City Community Development Corporation
• Wyatte George – Lyondell Basell, Bay City, TX
• Derek Fischer – Plant Manager at Ethos Energy
• Isaac Velasquez – Lamberti Chemical
• Thomas Fuentes – CPChem
• Shannon Burke – Executive Director at NAPTA, North American Process Technology Alliance
• Shawn Wehmeyer – Training & Development Manager at Formosa Plastics Corporation, Port Lavaca, TX

AAS Degree - Process Technology:

• Tuition/Fees In-District:  $8,550
• Tuition/Fees Out-District: $12,216

Level I Certificate - Process Technology: 

• Tuition/Fees In-District:  $3,539
• Tuition/Fees Out-District: $4,942