ISA Certified Automation Professional (CAP) Program
ISA Certified Automation Professional (CAP) Program
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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. As automation professionals who work in process automation
and manufacturing automation industries around the globe, CAPs are responsible
for direction, definition, design, development/application, deployment,
documentation and support of software and equipment systems used in control
systems, manufacturing information systems, systems integration, and
operational consulting.
To become an ISA CAP, you must meet certain education and work experience
requirements, pass an exam, and commit to the ISA Code of Conduct. Learn
more about CAP requirements.
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The CAP Body of Knowledge (BOK) encompasses the full scope of knowledge,
skills, and abilities needed for competent job performance. It defines automation
project domains, the tasks within the domains, and the knowledge and skills
required to complete the tasks. View the CAP Body of Knowledge.
How to Apply
There is no application form for CAP certification. The process involves confirming
that you meet the following requirements and then taking an exam.
Requirements
Note: by paying the exam fee, you are confirming that you are aware of, have met,
and can document that you meet the requirements for the CAP certification.
Click the button below to add the exam fee to your cart. After you complete your
purchase and your payment has successfully processed, you will receive a
payment confirmation email. Then, one month before your exam window, you will
receive an email with the exam invitation and instructions for scheduling your
exam.
You can take the CAP exam online from your office or home if the testing
environment meets the requirements and your computer meets specifications.
You can also take the exam at a Scantron test center. The CAP exam has 150
multiple-choice questions and is four hours long. Learn more about Certification
Exams and Testing.
How to Prepare
The aspects of automation covered on the CAP exam reflect the tasks performed
in the range of practice settings throughout the United States. Familiarity with the
following standards and codes is recommended. Download the Reference to
Standards and Codes (PDF).
ISA Standards
IEEE Standards
National Fire Protection Association (NFPA) Codes and Standards
National Electrical Code (NEC)
National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) Standards
International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) Standards
National Electrical Manufacturers Association (NEMA) Standards
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) Codes and Federal
Regulations
Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA) Standards
US Food and Drug Administration Regulations
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For International applicants, note that the validation study for the exams was
done in the United States, so there may be questions on the exam that reference
US standards and codes.
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