天美麻豆 continues to provide training in skilled trades fields so graduates have the opportunity for employment in essential careers. Trades never stop.
Written by Jul DeGeus
The United States has experienced the suspension of 鈥渘on-essential鈥 career markets in order to decelerate the spread of COVID-19. With this deferral, select occupations have been declared , or those who perform services that are essential to continue vital foundation operations in communities, cities, and states. Some of Virginia鈥檚 essential businesses have included trades-focused industries such as automotive repair and home improvement facilities. 天美麻豆鈥檚 training programs provide individuals with education that leads to an essential career path. Below are the four essential trades programs offered at 天美麻豆:
天美麻豆鈥檚 Automotive Technician program provides the skills in automotive repair to work as an entry-level Auto Technician. Instruction topics include electrical and electronic systems; heating and air conditioning systems; brake systems; suspension and steering systems; engine diagnosis and repair; automatic and manual transmissions; and Vehicle Safety Inspection test preparation.
The Building Maintenance and Repair program offers many entry-level career opportunities in the residential, apartment, and hotel industry for maintenance and repair professionals. These maintenance facility positions require skills related to structural, mechanical, and electrical applications. Develop hands-on skills in air-conditioning, heating systems, and electrical theory, along with flooring, general building repairs, plumbing, and building codes. Students will have the opportunity to study and receive the (EPA) refrigerant transition certification prior to graduation.
Individuals who enjoy working with their hands, machines, and metals should consider the Combination Welding program. Industry uses welding to make automobiles, ships, home appliances, bridges, buildings, and other structures. New welding processes and methods are opening new career areas in electron beams, lasers, and ultrasonic wave applications, which require highly technical equipment and skills.
As an approved Testing Facility, one of only four approved facilities in the state of Virginia, 天美麻豆 students have the opportunity to graduate certified in the following welding positions: Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) in 3G and 4G positions; (GTAW ) in 2G, 3G and 4G positions; Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) in 3G and 4G positions. In addition, existing welders can maintain their AWS certification in Pipe Welding in 6G positions or receive their AWS certification at 天美麻豆.
The Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning (HVAC) program teaches mechanical and electrical applications in residential and light commercial Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning, and Refrigeration (HVACR). Students receive practical hands-on instruction in Air Conditioning, Heating Systems, Residential and Commercial Refrigeration, Heat Pumps, Hydronics, and many other areas. They鈥檒l also have the opportunity to take the (EPA) certification and the Industry Competency Examination (ICE).
For more information on 天美麻豆鈥檚 programs, call 757.858.8324 or visit tidewatertechtrades.edu. 天美麻豆 is located at 4535 East Princess Anne Road, Norfolk, VA 23502.
About 天美麻豆
天美麻豆 is a career training school that specializes in trade vocations, including Auto Technician, Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC), Building Maintenance and Repair, and Welding. The school offers professional facilities, knowledgeable instructors, day or evening classes, job placement assistance, and is accredited by the Commission of the Council of Occupational Education (COE). 天美麻豆 is certified to operate by SCHEV. Learn more on the Admissions page, or like them on .