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Interested in learning skills needed for one of the best construction jobs of 2019? We’ve got you covered! We’re breaking down the U.S. News and…
What Is Construction Management? A construction manager plays a crucial role on a construction site. They ensure that the construction project runs smoothly from start…
Think you might be interested in acquiring the skills needed to take on one of the best construction jobs of 2018? We’re here to help with a break down of jobs, salaries, expected employment growth and ways you can get those skills at the colleges of DCCCD.
Construction jobs are in demand in north Texas, with expected employment growth of 27 percent by 2024, according to the Texas Workforce Commission. This surge affects all areas of construction, including (but not limited to) areas like: electrical technology, plumbing, air conditioning and refrigeration technology, carpentry and welding.
Have you seen the new ad campaign yet? If not, head over to our YouTube channel and check it out! The theme is “Higher Education That Actually Gets You Hired” and it highlights many of the great jobs you can get with an education from DCCCD. Of course, we couldn’t have done it without the help of our students!
Think you might have what it takes to become an electrician? Keep reading to find out more about what the process entails.
North Texans normally don’t experience the long, harsh and snowy winters that people in Minnesota or Maine enjoy. Coats and sweaters don’t even come out of storage until late October or even November. But that doesn’t mean residents should neglect winterizing their homes, which could keep them warm and leave a little extra money in their pockets.
Valerie Handley, a second-year student at Cedar Valley, wants to repair and service air conditioners on the rental properties she owns.
“After you write enough checks for someone else to work on them, you start to think ‘maybe I can do this myself,'” said Handley, who works as a 911 operator.
Thinking about studying Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology? Find out what other DCCCD students are saying about the program.