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SVC’s Diesel Power Technology program is designed to prepare you for employment in this dynamic and growing field. Diagnosis and repair of heavy trucks

Students who enter the Automotive and Diesel Technology programs will learn skills such as troubleshooting, critical thinking, machine and systems repair, and vehicle maintenance. Completion of either of these programs will allow students to apply for entry-level careers in technical and service specialist positions within the automotive and diesel technology fields. Students will be prepared to take the student ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification exam. Auto service technicians, mechanics, bus and truck mechanics, and diesel specialist positions are listed on the Texas Workforce Commission’s targeted occupations list for the Permian Basin Region.

Students who enter the Automotive and Diesel Technology programs will learn skills such as troubleshooting, critical thinking, machine and systems repair, and vehicle maintenance. Completion of either of these programs will allow students to apply for entry-level careers in technical and service specialist positions within the automotive and diesel technology fields. Students will be prepared to take the student ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification exam. Auto service technicians, mechanics, bus and truck mechanics, and diesel specialist positions are listed on the Texas Workforce Commission’s targeted occupations list for the Permian Basin Region.

Students who enter the Automotive and Diesel Technology programs will learn skills such as troubleshooting, critical thinking, machine and systems repair, and vehicle maintenance. Completion of either of these programs will allow students to apply for entry-level careers in technical and service specialist positions within the automotive and diesel technology fields. Students will be prepared to take the student ASE (Automotive Service Excellence) certification exam. Auto service technicians, mechanics, bus and truck mechanics, and diesel specialist positions are listed on the Texas Workforce Commission’s targeted occupations list for the Permian Basin Region.

SVC’s Diesel Power Technology program is designed to prepare you for employment in this dynamic and growing field. Diagnosis and repair of heavy trucks

SVC’s Diesel Power Technology program is designed to prepare you for employment in this dynamic and growing field. Diagnosis and repair of heavy trucks

The electrical lineman program is delivered by veteran practitioners in the field who bring a wealth of expertise and experience. It is a joint partnership between Odessa College and Oncor. Oncor Electric Delivery Company is Texas's largest transmission and distribution utility— the 6th largest in the USA—serving more than 10 million customers living in 401 cities and 91 counties in the state.

The program prepares individuals to build, repair, and maintain electrical power and distribution systems (EDS). This includes poles, conductors, cables and equipment. Participants learn how to maintain old wire, string new wire, explore the processes for installation, maintenance of insulators as well setting poles and towers to retain electrical wire. Participants learn to restore energy, identify/repairing damaged equipment, poles and conductors during natural disasters such as ice storms, hurricanes and tornadoes. Linemen are in very high demand during these times.

The program is broken into two phases: a knowledge phase where the requisite content of the field is taught and a skills component where participants acquire first-hand exposure on how to apply the knowledge through field experience practice under the supervision of veteran practitioners.

Looking for a way to help people daily, establish relationships, and feel the satisfaction of seeing individuals achieve a better quality of life? Then consider training as a Physical Therapist Assistant and deliver treatment plans and procedures in a variety of in-patient, out-patient, and home settings. You will provide the hands-on skilled treatments to all ages and abilities of patients.

Experience a one-of-a-kind on-campus lab setting to prepare for a career in diagnostic radiologic (x-ray) technology. Personalized instruction and a variety of clinical experiences provide exceptional preparation for national licensure in a field where you will do everything from taking x-rays in the emergency room to administering nonradioactive materials for creating medical images to help physicians diagnose patient’s medical concerns.

Do you enjoy a fast-paced and highly technical work setting? Surgical technologists assist in surgical operations in addition to preparing operating rooms and providing an essential link in patient care. Clinical experiences provide a safe and supportive opportunity to perfect your skills in becoming a critical part of the surgical team.

Are you ready to blend your compassion and caring with the highest quality nursing training available? Then consider vocational nursing and provide hands-on care for sick, injured, or long-term care patients in hospitals, nursing homes, clinics, and an endless variety of settings locally or across the nation.

Do you enjoy understanding how the inner workings of your computer function, or maybe you have been intrigued with the communication between computers located all over the globe. If so, then a career as a network administrator may be the ideal field for you. The networking program prepares you for the creation and maintenance of a company’s network and computer system.

Do you enjoy understanding how the inner workings of your computer function, or maybe you have been intrigued with the communication between computers located all over the globe. If so, then a career as a network administrator may be the ideal field for you. The networking program prepares you for the creation and maintenance of a company’s network and computer system.

Do you enjoy trouble-shooting computer problems, whether inside the circuits of a computer or helping someone with application software? Then a career as a PC support technician is a good fit for you. The Computer and Information Science PC support program prepares you with the knowledge and skill-set to provide IT support within a company for staff and customers.

Do you enjoy trouble-shooting computer problems, whether inside the circuits of a computer or helping someone with application software? Then a career as a PC support technician is a good fit for you. The Computer and Information Science PC support program prepares you with the knowledge and skill-set to provide IT support within a company for staff and customers.

Do you enjoy trouble-shooting computer problems, whether inside the circuits of a computer or helping someone with application software? Then a career as a PC support technician is a good fit for you. The Computer and Information Science PC support program prepares you with the knowledge and skill-set to provide IT support within a company for staff and customers.

Do you enjoy trouble-shooting computer problems, whether inside the circuits of a computer or helping someone with application software? Then a career as a PC support technician is a good fit for you. The Computer and Information Science PC support program prepares you with the knowledge and skill-set to provide IT support within a company for staff and customers.

The Odessa College Criminal Justice Department announces the new Criminalistics certification program in the field of Crime Scene Investigation. The Criminalistics certification is specifically designed for those law enforcement officers and investigators seeking to improve or add to their skill set with proper methods of identifying, collecting, and preserving evidence. The program focuses on methodology and criteria for scientific evaluation, the various types of evidence encountered by law enforcement officers and investigators in the field, and proper procedures to be followed during death investigations. The Criminalistics certificate will prepare the student to either pursue a career as a Crime Scene Technician, or provide a solid foundation for the student to pursue a degree in forensic science.

The Odessa College Criminal Justice Department now offers a comprehensive online learning program for an AAS Degree in Criminal Justice Leadership. The degree should be of particular interest to law enforcement administrators, police chiefs, sheriffs, and other law enforcement leaders seeking to enhance, expand, and update the knowledge base and skill sets of either themselves or their department personnel.

The field of criminal justice presents a challenging field of study for people interested in public service. The ever increasing problem of crime, as well as continued population growth, provides many opportunities to those who have prepared themselves through education and training. This program provides an avenue to obtain an associate in applied science degree in criminal justice. The associate degree program consists of both criminal justice and academic courses. It serves as the first two years of study for the baccalaureate degree in criminal justice or law enforcement in many senior colleges and universities.

Odessa College offers two levels of EMT training: Basic and Paramedic. The Odessa College Emergency Medical Services Professional Program grants two levels of awards: a level one certificate in Emergency Medical Services Professional – Paramedic and an Associate’s Degree in Applied Science in Emergency Medical Services Professional. All courses in the level one certificate apply to the associate’s degree. Depending upon individual circumstances, students may be required to repeat courses or complete competency exams prior to acceptance into the program after completing an award or are transferring from another institution.

Odessa College offers two levels of EMT training: Basic and Paramedic. The Odessa College Emergency Medical Services Professional Program grants two levels of awards: a level one certificate in Emergency Medical Services Professional – Paramedic and an Associate’s Degree in Applied Science in Emergency Medical Services Professional. All courses in the level one certificate apply to the associate’s degree. Depending upon individual circumstances, students may be required to repeat courses or complete competency exams prior to acceptance into the program after completing an award or are transferring from another institution.

The fire technology program at Odessa College offers students the opportunity to be trained for careers in the fire service profession. The program is designed to meet the needs of students desiring to become entry-level certified firefighters through the Certificate of Completion – Fire Academy curriculum. Firefighters who are currently certified can advance in the profession by pursuing an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Degree in Fire Administration.

The fire technology program at Odessa College offers students the opportunity to be trained for careers in the fire service profession. The program is designed to meet the needs of students desiring to become entry-level certified firefighters through the Certificate of Completion – Fire Academy curriculum. Firefighters who are currently certified can advance in the profession by pursuing an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) Degree in Fire Administration.

Students who enter the Paralegal Studies program will learn how to prepare affidavits and other legal documents, prepare legal correspondence, and assist lawyers in preparing for trial and court hearings. Upon completion of this program, students will be prepared to sit for the Certified Paralegal Exam and apply for entry-level positions as paralegals, paralegal specialists, and legal assistants. ONet Online lists these paralegal occupations as ‘Bright Outlook’ occupations and employment positions for these occupations are expected to grow rapidly in the next several years.

Students who enter the Culinary Arts & Food Service Management program will learn skills such as sanitation and safety, fundamentals of baking, and basic food preparation. Students in the Culinary Arts & Food Service Management program will have the opportunity to gain their ServSafe certification upon successful completion of the ServSafe examination. Completion of this program will allow students to apply for entry-level positions as cooks, line cooks, head cooks, and restaurant managers. ONet online lists the chef, head cook, first-line cook supervisors, and food preparation worker occupations as ‘Bright Outlook’ occupations and employment positions for these occupations are expected to grow rapidly in the next several years.

Students who enter the Culinary Arts & Food Service Management program will learn skills such as sanitation and safety, fundamentals of baking, and basic food preparation. Students in the Culinary Arts & Food Service Management program will have the opportunity to gain their ServSafe certification upon successful completion of the ServSafe examination. Completion of this program will allow students to apply for entry-level positions as cooks, line cooks, head cooks, and restaurant managers. ONet online lists the chef, head cook, first-line cook supervisors, and food preparation worker occupations as ‘Bright Outlook’ occupations and employment positions for these occupations are expected to grow rapidly in the next several years.

Odessa College is now offering HVAC-R I and II. Each course is 8 weeks long on Mondays and Wednesdays from 6:00-10:00PM. Tuition for each course is $700. Students will sit for the EPA Section 608 certification exam during HVAC I. Students must take and pass HVAC I before beginning HVAC II.

Students who enter the Welding program will learn how to utilize various welding processes to include pipe welding, gas tungsten arc welding, gas metal arc welding, and other fundamental welding skills. Upon completion of this program, students will be prepared to apply for entry-level positions as fabricator, welder, fitter-welder, mig welder, and finishing technician. Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers are occupations listed on the Texas Workforce Commission’s Targeted Occupations List for the Permian Basin Region.

Students who enter the Precision Manufacturing program will learn how to use lathes, mills, machine tools, and computer numerically controlled machines. Upon completion of this program, students will be prepared to apply for entry-level positions as machinists, computer-controlled machine tool operators, and machine operators. Machinist is listed on the Texas Workforce Commission’s Targeted Occupations list for the Permian Basin.