Kiamichi Tech
DURANT – Beginning Fall 2022, Kiamichi Tech – Durant Campus will offer a new career training opportunity. The application period is now open for adult and high school students to apply for the Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Technology program.
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The HVAC Technology program will provide students with hands-on experience in the residential and commercial HVAC industry and provide the knowledge and skills needed to test and service heating and air systems. Students will learn to design, fabricate and install various HVAC and refrigeration systems.
“It is crucial that we offer programs needed for job employment and economic development in our area,” said Lane Jackson, Kiamichi Tech – Durant Campus Director. “There was a lot of consideration, research and planning that went into the decision to add HVAC Technology at our campus and we look forward to offering this program to Bryan County.”
In order to offer a program that reflects local needs and interests, Kiamichi Tech surveyed partner school officials, high school students, parents, business leaders and community members. Other factors that were considered were employment potential and trends, average wages, career progression, program budget and potential support from local business and industry.
The program will also focus on safe work practices, the importance of protective equipment and how to handle pressurized fluids and hazardous substances.
Learn more about HVAC Technology online at ktc.edu/hvac or call the Durant Campus at 580-924-7081 to apply today.
Kiamichi Technology Centers has played an integral role in southeastern Oklahoma communities since 1968, serving ten full and three partial counties. Kiamichi Tech is one of 29 districts in the Oklahoma CareerTech system with more than 30 career programs. Kiamichi Tech also offers a wide variety of evening and weekend short-term courses as well as certifications in many diverse career fields. Kiamichi Tech has over 20,000 full time and short-term enrollments each year and serves area companies through our Workforce and Economic Development Centers that work with over 400 businesses annually.