The demand for qualified Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning technicians continues to grow. Residential and commercial contractors are seeking employees with the type of training offered in this program of study. The Technical Occupations Department offers an Associate of Applied Science degree in Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning Technology. Troubleshooting of controls and wiring, parts replacements, and system testing are also tasks required in the field. The welding industry offers workers immediate tangible rewards for their efforts.
Few professions allow the opportunity for creativity found in the fabrication shop.
In addition, the fabrication industry represents one of the largest employment segments in our local economy. Metal fabrication technicians work from blueprints and shop drawings to lay out, shear, cut, form, and assemble weldments. A knowledge of welding and cutting processes is essential to the trade. Also involved is the ability to safely and accurately operate the variety of fabrication equipment common to the trade. Montana has numerous petroleum product refineries and related industries but has not previously had training available in Process Plant Technology except that which has been conducted by the industry.