Mission
The Commercial Technologies Department is committed to providing students of diverse backgrounds career-oriented education by teaching applied, real-world, industry-current programs, serving the needs of students for employment and career advancement in a global workforce, and meeting the needs of industry for highly qualified professionals.
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The Commercial Technologies Department offers many courses and programs in Welding, HVAC, Water Technology, Electrical Apprenticeship, and Electrical Lineworker. Students will receive instruction in the classroom as well as gain practical, hands-on experience in our labs, which have state-of-the-art equipment. Our courses are taught by highly qualified professionals with extensive industry experience. These instructors are able to provide students not only with sound technical skills but the knowledge of what the industry will expect of them as employees. Additionally, our Advisory Committees, which are comprised of local and regional industry and business partners, guide and provide direction to the programs to ensure that our graduates will have acquired the knowledge and skills that will enable them to be competitive in the workforce.
Most of the programs lead to state or nationally recognized certifications which students can acquire either while they are enrolled at DACC or after graduation. Many forms of financial aid are available, some of which are dedicated scholarships for specific programs. We offer classes at several locations, including the Workforce Center on Nevada Street, the DACC campus on Espina Street, and area high schools. Programs offer flexible schedules for non-traditional students, as well as courses for the hobbyist. So whether, it is a course supporting work or hobby, an upgrade to your skills, or a new career, come visit with us. Your success is truly important to us.
Programs
Automotive Technology
The automobile has always maintained a steady demand for automotive technicians. Today, automotive service is one of the fastest-growing industries in the nation, and career opportunities are expanding rapidly.
Electrical Programs
DACC’s Electrical Lineworker Program is a one-year pre-apprenticeship certificate program designed to provide students with the technical background and the manual skills necessary for careers in the installation and maintenance of electrical power cables.
HVAC Technology
The heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration industry is one of the country’s most stable. The supply of qualified, trained people has not kept pace with the demand, and new opportunities are constantly developing.
Water Technology
The Water Technology program is an award-winning, up-to-date technical training opportunity that will open doors to a career anywhere in the United States.
Welding Technology
Welders are more in demand now than in the past 30 years, with job opportunities expected to stay strong. They are essential in almost every industry using metal parts, offering diverse career paths. Welding is adaptable, used everywhere from labs to underwater environments.