Powerplant Technology
Power plants need employees with good communication and interpersonal skills as well as technical skills. These jobs offer good starting salary and benefits. There is a need for highly skilled operators and maintenance personnel due to a large number of retirements over the next 10 years. Find out more about the degree.
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"We can't get enough students in these programs to meet the demand. I love the calls that I get demanding more graduates, because that illustrates that our instructors are doing their job well."
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Welding
Nationally there is a severe shortage of experienced welders. It is estimated that nearly half of all skilled welders are nearing retirement. The demand for skilled welders continues to grow so much so that welding schools and on-site training programs simply can't keep up with demand. We offer both certifcates and degrees in Welding.
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Tooling & Machining
The Tooling & Machining program provides the student with technical information in machining science, experience in machine operation procedures, and background in quality control determinations and material selection. Graduates are capable of carrying out ideas and plans that call for the production of intricate and complex parts, with emphasis strongly placed on machine operation and control. Industrial demand for well-trained operators is quite high. Graduates may subsequently move to positions in quality control departments, inspection and supervisory divisions, as well as material testing facilities. We offer both certicates and degrees in Tooling & Machining.
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HVAC
The Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning field continues to grow. Every car, house, and building has a need for heating and air conditioning. There is a high demand for work, but a lack of skilled workers. BTC can provide you with the skills and training you need to land a rewarding career in HVAC. We offer both certifcates and degrees in HVAC..
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