Northwest Mississippi Community College

Although industrial electricity, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, PLC, programming, process control, instrumentation, welding, robotics, manufacturing skills certification and introduction to air conditioning are the principal advanced manufacturing/industrial maintenance courses offered through Northwest Workforce Development, we can customize courses based upon your employees’ needs.

Industrial Hydraulics/Pneumatics
Industrial Mechanical Skills Training
Industrial Electrical Training
National Electric Code Update
Codeology (National Electric Code)
CompactLogix/RSLogix 5000 Training
NFPA 70E – Arc Flash Electrical Safety
NFPA 70B Electrical Maintenance
Introduction to Air Conditioning for Industry
Basic Process/Control Instrumentation Training
PLC 500 Training Program
Welding Training
Robotics Training
Manufacturing Basic Skills
Precision Manufacturing and Machining

The Welding and Cutting program, located on the Senatobia campus, is designed to provide you with the latest in practical, hands-on coursework driven by current industry standards. Students are often able to work on “live” jobs, projects for the institution and community. Our faculty member is instructor-certified by the American Welding Society.

Getting ahead in welding is all about being open to opportunities. Taking courses and working hard are important aspects. Being respectful and learning on the job from welders who have been doing it for a living. There is almost no limit to what welding can do, especially since developments in the technology continually improve its accuracy, quality and versatility.

Today’s advanced technology has influenced changes in the industry. In addition to possessing good manual dexterity, welders must also have a solid understanding of math, science and electronics in order to be effective in their jobs. Our training program can provide you with that and more.

Although industrial electricity, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, PLC, programming, process control, instrumentation, welding, robotics, manufacturing skills certification and introduction to air conditioning are the principal advanced manufacturing/industrial maintenance courses offered through Northwest Workforce Development, we can customize courses based upon your employees’ needs.

Industrial Hydraulics/Pneumatics
Industrial Mechanical Skills Training
Industrial Electrical Training
National Electric Code Update
Codeology (National Electric Code)
CompactLogix/RSLogix 5000 Training
NFPA 70E – Arc Flash Electrical Safety
NFPA 70B Electrical Maintenance
Introduction to Air Conditioning for Industry
Basic Process/Control Instrumentation Training
PLC 500 Training Program
Welding Training
Robotics Training
Manufacturing Basic Skills
Precision Manufacturing and Machining

Although industrial electricity, mechanics, hydraulics, pneumatics, PLC, programming, process control, instrumentation, welding, robotics, manufacturing skills certification and introduction to air conditioning are the principal advanced manufacturing/industrial maintenance courses offered through Northwest Workforce Development, we can customize courses based upon your employees’ needs.

Industrial Hydraulics/Pneumatics
Industrial Mechanical Skills Training
Industrial Electrical Training
National Electric Code Update
Codeology (National Electric Code)
CompactLogix/RSLogix 5000 Training
NFPA 70E – Arc Flash Electrical Safety
NFPA 70B Electrical Maintenance
Introduction to Air Conditioning for Industry
Basic Process/Control Instrumentation Training
PLC 500 Training Program
Welding Training
Robotics Training
Manufacturing Basic Skills
Precision Manufacturing and Machining

Civil Engineering Technology at the Senatobia campus, is a rigorous, high quality program designed to provide you with instruction based on the practical application of the principles of civil engineering technology. The program covers topics such as drafting, surveying, construction materials, GPS/GIS and more. Both the Civil Engineering Technology Associate in Applied Science degree and the Civil Technology Certificate of Completion are available.

A graduate is prepared to work with the surveyor or civil engineer in the performance of general engineering practices which may include GIS design, drawing and interpreting working drawings, determining equipment, materials and labor required to complete a project, and performing various tests required for construction. Small class size allows our instructors to give plenty of one-on-one instruction. Students who graduate from Northwest Mississippi Community College’s Civil Technology program receive an Associate of Applied Science Degree or a certificate in civil technology (complete a minimum of 32 semester credit hours in the program).

Heating, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology (HVAC), at the Senatobia campus, provides majors an opportunity to learn theoretical principles and practical applications that affect the control of temperature, humidity and the quality of air, design, testing, installation and development of heating and cooling systems and knowledge of how to service and repair in both residential and commercial markets.

Our program is accredited by the Partnership for Air-Conditioning, Heating, Refrigeration Accreditation (PAHRA). PAHRA is an independent, third party organization that is a partnership between heating, ventilation, air-conditioning and refrigeration (HVACR) educators and the HVACR industry that will award accreditation to programs that have met and/or exceeded industry validated standards.

The Automotive Technology program, on the Senatobia campus, prepares individuals to become automotive service technicians. These technicians inspect, maintain, and repair automobiles and light trucks that run on gasoline, electricity, or alternative fuels, such as ethanol. They perform basic care maintenance, such as oil changes and tire rotations, diagnose more complex problems, and plan and execute vehicle repairs.

The Aviation Maintenance Technology program offered by Northwest Mississippi Community College has been developed for the preparation of mechanics in the aeronautical maintenance field, bearing the qualifications for an FAA Mechanic Certificate with an Airframe, Powerplant, or Airframe and Powerplant rating(s).

This program is designed to provide you with the latest in practical, hands-on coursework driven by current industry standards. This means that what you learn in the collision lab is what you'll use in the repair shops in your hometown and across the nation. Students in our programs work on "live" jobs, cars and trucks that need to be repaired. We are located on the Senatobia campus.

Our program is designed to provide you with the latest in practical, hands-on coursework driven by current industry standards. This means that what you learn in the collision lab is what you’ll use in the repair shops in your hometown and across the nation. Students in our programs work on “live” jobs, cars and trucks that need to be repaired. Our faculty member has worked in repair shops and brings a real-world relevance to your learning experience at NWCC that you will refer to time and again.

The Commercial Truck Driving program, located on the Olive Branch campus, prepares students for occupations in the trucking industry. It is an 8-week course which meets five days per week. In presenting the material, the instructor uses both the lecture and demonstration method of teaching with active participation and practice by the students. Upon successful completion of the 240 hours, the student is awarded a certificate and nine semester hours credit.

The Cardiovascular Technology program, located on the DeSoto campus, is designed to train students through didactic, laboratory, and clinical experiences for a career in invasive and non-invasive cardiology. After completion of the program, an invasive cardiovascular technologist (CVT) can work in a number of different areas in a hospital or physician’s office.

Students will be trained to work in cardiac catheterization laboratories utilizing x-ray and monitoring equipment to perform sophisticated tests to determine the condition of a patient’s coronary arteries and heart. They will also be trained to work in a cardiology laboratory where electrodes, microphones, and ultrasound equipment are used to determine the condition of a patient’s heart without invasive procedures.

The Health Care Assistant Program is one semester (approximately 4 months) in which graduates are awarded a certificate of completion. Upon receiving the Health Care Assistant certificate, graduates are qualified to sit for the Mississippi State Certification for Health Care Assistant. Certified Health Care Assistants are qualified for employment in the Mississippi Health Care Industry in a variety of settings. These include opportunities as Health Care Assistant, Long-term Care Assistant, Home Health Assistant, Certified Nursing Assistant and Personal Caregiver.

The Practical Nursing Program is designed to provide the student with knowledge and skills necessary to function as a Licensed Practical Nurse. This program prepares the individual to assist in providing general nursing care requiring basic knowledge of the biological, physical, behavioral, psychological and sociological sciences, and of nursing procedures that do not require the skills, judgment, and knowledge required of a registered nurse. This care is performed under the direction of a registered nurse or licensed physician.

Respiratory Therapists are primarily responsible for initiating cardiopulmonary resuscitation along with the setup and monitoring of life support systems. Respiratory Therapists also provide treatment for heart and lung disorders by administering breathing treatments, medications and oxygen. In addition the Respiratory Therapists perform diagnostic procedures such as arterial blood gas analysis, electrocardiograms, pulmonary function testing and sleep studies.

Surgical Technology, available at the Lafayette-Yalobusha Technical Center in Oxford, is an instructional program that prepares an individual to serve as a member of the surgical team to work with surgeons, anesthesiologists, certified registered nurse anesthetists, registered nurses and other surgical personnel in delivering patient care and assuming appropriate responsibilities before, during and after surgery.

Surgical Technology, available at the Lafayette-Yalobusha Technical Center in Oxford, is an instructional program that prepares an individual to serve as a member of the surgical team to work with surgeons, anesthesiologists, certified registered nurse anesthetists, registered nurses and other surgical personnel in delivering patient care and assuming appropriate responsibilities before, during and after surgery.

Early Childhood Education Technology, located on the Senatobia campus, is designed to prepare students for employment in day care centers, schools, nursery schools, and federally funded programs for young children.

Early childhood education is a growing field, as more parents, schools and governmental bodies recognize the importance of an early start for children’s intellectual and social development. Rewarding careers in teaching await those who attain a degree in early childhood education. Research shows that the early years are the most important, and the educators who teach in daycares, preschools, Head Start programs and elsewhere are a valuable piece of the educational system.

By learning about child development, teaching methods, creative play, and other topics, students in early childhood education programs are prepared to work with children in a hands-on learning environment. The on-campus Early Childhood Education Center offers a laboratory experience for students to apply their emerging skills in a challenging environment.

Emergency Medical Technology-Basic is an instructional program that prepares individuals to function in the pre-hospital environment. The EMT-Basic program provides instruction in basic life support care of sick and injured persons. This includes: airway assessment, communications, documentation, general pharmacology, hemorrhage control, ambulance operations, and splinting of adult, pediatric and infant patients; and special care of patients exposed to heat, cold, radiation or contagious disease.

This EMT-Basic program is one semester in length, typically meets two nights a week, and is available during the fall and spring semesters.

Emergency Medical Technology-Basic is an instructional program that prepares individuals to function in the pre-hospital environment. The EMT-Basic program provides instruction in basic life support care of sick and injured persons. This includes: airway assessment, communications, documentation, general pharmacology, hemorrhage control, ambulance operations, and splinting of adult, pediatric and infant patients; and special care of patients exposed to heat, cold, radiation or contagious disease.

The Paralegal Technology program is designed to prepare you for entry into the job market immediately upon graduation. The curriculum was developed in accordance with the American Bar Association guidelines and in consultation with area legal practitioners. We emphasize practical skills and knowledge utilized in common legal specialties such as real property law, family law, and trust and estate law. Upon successful completion of the program an Associate of Applied Science degree is awarded. The graduate is well prepared to find employment as a paralegal in law firms, corporate legal departments, insurance companies, real estate development companies, title insurance firms and banks. In addition, our graduates are prepared to find jobs with community legal service programs, consumer organizations, federal, state and local agencies and other public organizations needing or providing legal assistance.

The Paralegal Technology program is designed to prepare you for entry into the job market immediately upon graduation. The curriculum was developed in accordance with the American Bar Association guidelines and in consultation with area legal practitioners. We emphasize practical skills and knowledge utilized in common legal specialties such as real property law, family law, and trust and estate law. Upon successful completion of the program an Associate of Applied Science degree is awarded. The graduate is well prepared to find employment as a paralegal in law firms, corporate legal departments, insurance companies, real estate development companies, title insurance firms and banks. In addition, our graduates are prepared to find jobs with community legal service programs, consumer organizations, federal, state and local agencies and other public organizations needing or providing legal assistance.

Graphic Design Technology, located on the Senatobia campus, educates the student in the art of visual communication, emphasizing the professional practice of design. Students combine digital technology with aesthetics in the production of typography, website design, signage, publications, identity systems, packaging design, and other forms of communication.

Hotel and Restaurant Management Technology at DeSoto Center is perfect for those who have always dreamed of working with chefs, planning a catered business meeting or managing a hotel property.

This program provides specialized instruction in all phases of hotel and restaurant management, and coursework is supplemented by laboratory classes and externships at local establishments. Courses specify a business approach but also include instruction in:

Culinary principles
Facility operations
Security management

The Industrial Electronics Engineering Technology program, located on the Senatobia campus, focuses on fundamentals of electronics and related mathematics. The program offers comprehensive, theoretical and practical knowledge of electronics technology. It also explores the hardware and programming aspects of controllers used in industrial processes. Students receive instruction in circuits, digital electronics, microprocessors and fiber optics.

The Manufacturing Technology Program prepares individuals to work within a manufacturing environment in production, CNC operations and management. The student will learn skills such as how to use and maintain equipment, read blueprints, trouble shoot and decision making skills, as well as skills in computers, quality and inventory control.

The Precision Manufacturing and Machining Technology major is available on the Senatobia campus. This is an instructional program that prepares individuals to analyze specifications and lay out metal stock and to set up and operate machine tools to fit and assemble parts for the manufacture and repair of metalworking dies, cutting tools, fixtures, gauges, and machinist’s hand tools. Included is instruction in metal properties and in the applications and construction of tool and die designs.

The Information Systems Technology program, located on the Senatobia campus, provides a student with the knowledge to develop and implement business applications using a variety of programming languages or administer network operating systems, depending on the concentration selected:

Computer Networking
Computer Programming
Looking for a way to begin an exciting career in an expanding industry? An Information Systems Technology degree can help you get started as a computer support specialist or computer systems administrator. The curriculum is designed to give each student a broad overview of information systems, exposure to career options available within the field and a concentration of skills in a specific area

The Information Systems Technology program, located on the Senatobia campus, provides a student with the knowledge to develop and implement business applications using a variety of programming languages or administer network operating systems, depending on the concentration selected:

Computer Networking
Computer Programming
Looking for a way to begin an exciting career in an expanding industry? An Information Systems Technology degree can help you get started as a computer support specialist or computer systems administrator. The curriculum is designed to give each student a broad overview of information systems, exposure to career options available within the field and a concentration of skills in a specific area