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Love your workWhat do people in trade and industrial careers enjoy most abouttheir jobs? At the end of the day, they see results, whether it’s aproduct manufactured, a house wired, a security system installed oran electrical grid restored.

Use all your talentsToday’s trades require both mental and manual dexterity. Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities are essential, not to mentiontechnology skills. Trade and industrial careers let you shine.

Be rewardedPeople with specialized skills are highly valued—with pay tomatch—by all types of employers, from local service companies tonationwide builders to international manufacturers.

Grow your careerFast-growing industries need workers who can keep pace with rapid changes. Advantages for you: increased opportunities forcareer advancement and frequent on-the-job training in the latesttechnologies. Or, you could even start your own business.

Trade and industrial careers offer much more thanyou may think. Now more than ever, people withspecial skills and technical training are in strong demand. You can expect to:

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To learn more about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed our programs, and otherimportant information, please visit www.palmbeachstate.edu/areasofstudy/GainfulEmployment.

Palm Beach State College is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its facilities, educationalprograms, employment or activities without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexualorientation, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, disability or genetic information.

Palm Beach State College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges toaward the associate and baccalaureate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur,Georgia 30033-4097 or call (404) 679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Palm Beach State College. TheCommission should be contacted only if there is evidence that appears to support an institution's non-compliance withan accreditation requirement or standard.

Printing was supported through the Carl D. Perkins Vocational & Technical Postsecondary Education Section 132 grant.

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PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE4200 Congress AvenueLake Worth, FL 33461-4796

Your Pathway to Success

Alternative Energy Engineering

Electrical Power Technology

Engineering Technology

Engineering Technology Support Specialist

Facilities Maintenance

HVAC/R: Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioningand Refrigeration

Industrial Management Technology

Machining Technology

Rapid Prototyping Specialist

Residential & Commercial Electrician

Security & Automation Systems Technician

Trade Apprenticeships

Welding Technology

BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE: SUPERVISION AND MANAGEMENT

CORPORATE AND CONTINUING EDUCATION

CRM0516-0030

Electrical Power lab

Welding lab

Earn national credentialsbefore you graduate

Rise above the competition:

Palm Beach State’s PSAV programs areaccredited or recognized by nationalorganizations. This means that the trainingmeets industry standards, and students mayearn national credentials during theirprograms. When you graduate with both acollege certificate and national industrycredentials, employers know you are job-ready!

OSHAwww.osha.gov Students in all PSAV certificate programs earn theOSHA 10-hour credential from the OccupationalSafety and Health Administration on how torecognize, avoid, abate and prevent safety andhealth hazards in the workplace. The training isconducted by an OSHA-approved instructor.

Other Safety TrainingPSAV program students also earn theLockout/Tagout, Fall Protection and FirestopSafety credentials.

Safety FirstAWS – American WeldingSociety www.aws.orgPBSC is an Educational Institution Member ofthe American Welding Society and a participantin its Schools Excelling through National SkillStandards Education (SENSE) program. The LakeWorth campus is also an AWS AccreditedTesting Facility (ATF) for advanced weldingcertifications, and both Lake Worth and BelleGlade campuses are rated to offer Levels 1 and2 AWS SENSE welding education.

NCCER National Center for Construction Education and Researchwww.nccer.orgPalm Beach State College is an Accredited Training and Education Facility for NCCER, the accrediting body for the construction industry as well as the leading developer of curricula and assessments with portable credentials in more than 70 craft areas.

PALM BEACH STATE PROGRAM NCCER CREDENTIALS OFFERED DURING PROGRAM

Facilities Maintenance Carpentry Level 1 & Welding Level 1

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration HVAC/R Levels 1 & 2

Residential & Commercial Electrician Electrical Levels 1 & 2

Security & Automation Systems Technician Electronic Systems Technician Levels 1-4

Welding Technology Welding Levels 1 & 2

Corporate & Continuing Education Various

NIMS – National Institutefor Metalworking Skillswww.nims-skills.orgOur Machining Technology program isaccredited by NIMS, the nation’s onlydeveloper of precision manufacturingskill standards sanctioned by theAmerican National Standards Institute.Machining Technology students have theopportunity to earn several NIMScredentials during the program.

NATE – North American TechnicianExcellencewww.natex.orgHVAC/R students earn NATE-AC Service certificationduring the program. Palm Beach State is a RecognizedTraining Provider for NATE, the nation’s largest nonprofitcertification organization for HVAC/R technicians.

HVAC/R students also earn the EPA Section 608certification for refrigerant recovery and handling aswell as certification in duct fabrication and airflow fromthe North American Insulation Manufacturers Association.

There’s never been a better time–or place–totrain for a dynamic career. PBSC offers:Expert Instructors:Learn from professionals with many yearsof experience and a commitment to your success.

Industry Credentials:Graduate with industry certificationsrecognized nationally and valued by employers.

Real-World Education:With input from local industry leaders, we design each program to meet current and emergingneeds. Plus, our hands-on labs and classrooms feature the latestequipment and technology used in modern industrialenvironments.

Personal Attention:Excel in small classes with significantone-on-one attention.

Affordable Tuition: With one of the lowest tuitions in thestate, you’ll pay only a fraction of what private schools cost. Ifyou’re working, find out if your employer offers tuition assistance.Financial aid and scholarships are also available to those whoqualify.

Convenience:Depending on the program, choose from day,evening and online classes, as well as full- and part-time study.

Fast Completion:Programs can be completed in just monthsto two years. Credits may be granted for prior learning and workexperience.

Job Search Help: Many local employers contact PBSC first tofill their open positions.

PSAVPostsecondary Adult Vocationalcertificate programs deliver specializedtraining for high-skill, high-demandjobs. Some PSAV programs do notrequire a high school diploma for entry.

CCCCollege Credit Certificateprograms, the intermediate step towardan A.S. degree, prepare students forskilled employment. CCC programs alsohelp people with degrees to changecareers or advance in their field.

ASAssociate in Sciencedegreesprepare students to enter the workforcewith highly marketable skills. Graduatesalso may pursue a bachelor’s degree atPBSC and potentially other institutions.

BASBachelor of Applied Sciencedegrees provide a bachelor’s leveleducation for those seeking managerialpositions. Graduates may pursue theCertificate of Professional Preparation inProject Management at PBSC or amaster’s degree at other institutions.

CCECorporate and ContinuingEducationclasses help you staycurrent or move up the career ladder.

Build a Powerful Future at Palm Beach State!

Facilities Maintenance 1 year (evening) Lake Worth 561-868-3541

HVAC/R: Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration 13 months Lake Worth 561-868-3547

Machining Technology 13 months Lake Worth 561-868-3547

Residential & Commercial Electrician 1 year Lake Worth 561-868-3541

Security & Automation Systems Technician 9 months Lake Worth 561-868-3541

Welding Technology 16 months (evening) Belle Glade 561-993-1175

1 year (day) Lake Worth 561-868-3547

Trade Apprenticeships 4-5 years Community-based 561-868-3541

Alternative Energy Engineering Technology CCC 1 year Palm Beach Gardens 561-207-5414

Electrical Power Technology AS 2 years Palm Beach Gardens 561-207-5414

Engineering Technology AS 2 years Palm Beach Gardens 561-207-5414

Engineering Technology Support Specialist CCC 1 year Palm Beach Gardens 561-207-5414

Industrial Management Technology AS 2 years Lake Worth 561-868-3536Rapid Prototyping Specialist CCC 1 year Palm Beach Gardens 561-207-5414

Supervision and Management BAS 2 years multicampus & online 561-868-4100

Noncredit classes in several trades varies Belle Glade 561-993-1175 Lake Worth 561-868-3702

PROGRAM LENGTH Full-time/day programs, unless otherwise noted.Contact program for part-time/evening availability.

CAMPUS PROGRAMCONTACT #

Degrees & College Credit Certificates

Postsecondary AdultVocational Certificates

Corporate & Continuing Education

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palmbeachstate.edu/programs/TradeIndustry

Love your workWhat do people in trade and industrial careers enjoy most abouttheir jobs? At the end of the day, they see results, whether it’s aproduct manufactured, a house wired, a security system installed oran electrical grid restored.

Use all your talentsToday’s trades require both mental and manual dexterity. Problem-solving and critical thinking abilities are essential, not to mentiontechnology skills. Trade and industrial careers let you shine.

Be rewardedPeople with specialized skills are highly valued—with pay tomatch—by all types of employers, from local service companies tonationwide builders to international manufacturers.

Grow your careerFast-growing industries need workers who can keep pace with rapid changes. Advantages for you: increased opportunities forcareer advancement and frequent on-the-job training in the latesttechnologies. Or, you could even start your own business.

Trade and industrial careers offer much more thanyou may think. Now more than ever, people withspecial skills and technical training are in strong demand. You can expect to:

where great careers are made!Trade & Industry–

College Information Center 561-967-7222 866-576-7222 Toll Free

Trade & Industry Programs

PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE

To learn more about our graduation rates, the median debt of students who completed our programs, and otherimportant information, please visit www.palmbeachstate.edu/areasofstudy/GainfulEmployment.

Palm Beach State College is committed to the policy that all persons shall have equal access to its facilities, educationalprograms, employment or activities without regard to race, color, creed, ethnicity, national origin, gender, sexualorientation, age, religion, marital status, veteran status, disability or genetic information.

Palm Beach State College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges toaward the associate and baccalaureate degrees. Contact the Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur,Georgia 30033-4097 or call (404) 679-4500 for questions about the accreditation of Palm Beach State College. TheCommission should be contacted only if there is evidence that appears to support an institution's non-compliance withan accreditation requirement or standard.

Printing was supported through the Carl D. Perkins Vocational & Technical Postsecondary Education Section 132 grant.

© 2016 Palm Beach State College. All rights reserved. All other trademarks are the property of their respective owners.

PalmBeachState.edu

Trade & IndustryPrograms

Trade and Industry Search

PALM BEACH STATE COLLEGE4200 Congress AvenueLake Worth, FL 33461-4796

Your Pathway to Success

Alternative Energy Engineering

Electrical Power Technology

Engineering Technology

Engineering Technology Support Specialist

Facilities Maintenance

HVAC/R: Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioningand Refrigeration

Industrial Management Technology

Machining Technology

Rapid Prototyping Specialist

Residential & Commercial Electrician

Security & Automation Systems Technician

Trade Apprenticeships

Welding Technology

BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE: SUPERVISION AND MANAGEMENT

CORPORATE AND CONTINUING EDUCATION

CRM0516-0030

Electrical Power lab

Welding lab

Earn national credentialsbefore you graduate

Rise above the competition:

Palm Beach State’s PSAV programs areaccredited or recognized by nationalorganizations. This means that the trainingmeets industry standards, and students mayearn national credentials during theirprograms. When you graduate with both acollege certificate and national industrycredentials, employers know you are job-ready!

OSHAwww.osha.gov Students in all PSAV certificate programs earn theOSHA 10-hour credential from the OccupationalSafety and Health Administration on how torecognize, avoid, abate and prevent safety andhealth hazards in the workplace. The training isconducted by an OSHA-approved instructor.

Other Safety TrainingPSAV program students also earn theLockout/Tagout, Fall Protection and FirestopSafety credentials.

Safety FirstAWS – American WeldingSociety www.aws.orgPBSC is an Educational Institution Member ofthe American Welding Society and a participantin its Schools Excelling through National SkillStandards Education (SENSE) program. The LakeWorth campus is also an AWS AccreditedTesting Facility (ATF) for advanced weldingcertifications, and both Lake Worth and BelleGlade campuses are rated to offer Levels 1 and2 AWS SENSE welding education.

NCCER National Center for Construction Education and Researchwww.nccer.orgPalm Beach State College is an Accredited Training and Education Facility for NCCER, the accrediting body for the construction industry as well as the leading developer of curricula and assessments with portable credentials in more than 70 craft areas.

PALM BEACH STATE PROGRAM NCCER CREDENTIALS OFFERED DURING PROGRAM

Facilities Maintenance Carpentry Level 1 & Welding Level 1

Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning & Refrigeration HVAC/R Levels 1 & 2

Residential & Commercial Electrician Electrical Levels 1 & 2

Security & Automation Systems Technician Electronic Systems Technician Levels 1-4

Welding Technology Welding Levels 1 & 2

Corporate & Continuing Education Various

NIMS – National Institutefor Metalworking Skillswww.nims-skills.orgOur Machining Technology program isaccredited by NIMS, the nation’s onlydeveloper of precision manufacturingskill standards sanctioned by theAmerican National Standards Institute.Machining Technology students have theopportunity to earn several NIMScredentials during the program.

NATE – North American TechnicianExcellencewww.natex.orgHVAC/R students earn NATE-AC Service certificationduring the program. Palm Beach State is a RecognizedTraining Provider for NATE, the nation’s largest nonprofitcertification organization for HVAC/R technicians.

HVAC/R students also earn the EPA Section 608certification for refrigerant recovery and handling aswell as certification in duct fabrication and airflow fromthe North American Insulation Manufacturers Association.

There’s never been a better time–or place–totrain for a dynamic career. PBSC offers:Expert Instructors: Learn from professionals with many yearsof experience and a commitment to your success.

Industry Credentials: Graduate with industry certificationsrecognized nationally and valued by employers.

Real-World Education: With input from local industry leaders, we design each program to meet current and emergingneeds. Plus, our hands-on labs and classrooms feature the latestequipment and technology used in modern industrialenvironments.

Personal Attention: Excel in small classes with significantone-on-one attention.

Affordable Tuition: With one of the lowest tuitions in thestate, you’ll pay only a fraction of what private schools cost. Ifyou’re working, find out if your employer offers tuition assistance.Financial aid and scholarships are also available to those whoqualify.

Convenience: Depending on the program, choose from day,evening and online classes, as well as full- and part-time study.

Fast Completion: Programs can be completed in just monthsto two years. Credits may be granted for prior learning and workexperience.

Job Search Help: Many local employers contact PBSC first tofill their open positions.

PSAVPostsecondary Adult Vocationalcertificate programs deliver specializedtraining for high-skill, high-demandjobs. Some PSAV programs do notrequire a high school diploma for entry.

CCCCollege Credit Certificateprograms, the intermediate step towardan A.S. degree, prepare students forskilled employment. CCC programs alsohelp people with degrees to changecareers or advance in their field.

ASAssociate in Science degreesprepare students to enter the workforcewith highly marketable skills. Graduatesalso may pursue a bachelor’s degree atPBSC and potentially other institutions.

BASBachelor of Applied Sciencedegrees provide a bachelor’s leveleducation for those seeking managerialpositions. Graduates may pursue theCertificate of Professional Preparation inProject Management at PBSC or amaster’s degree at other institutions.

CCECorporate and ContinuingEducation classes help you staycurrent or move up the career ladder.

Build a Powerful Future at Palm Beach State!

Facilities Maintenance 1 year (evening) Lake Worth 561-868-3541

HVAC/R: Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration 13 months Lake Worth 561-868-3547

Machining Technology 13 months Lake Worth 561-868-3547

Residential & Commercial Electrician 1 year Lake Worth 561-868-3541

Security & Automation Systems Technician 9 months Lake Worth 561-868-3541

Welding Technology 16 months (evening) Belle Glade 561-993-1175

1 year (day) Lake Worth 561-868-3547

Trade Apprenticeships 4-5 years Community-based 561-868-3541

Alternative Energy Engineering Technology CCC 1 year Palm Beach Gardens 561-207-5414

Electrical Power Technology AS 2 years Palm Beach Gardens 561-207-5414

Engineering Technology AS 2 years Palm Beach Gardens 561-207-5414

Engineering Technology Support Specialist CCC 1 year Palm Beach Gardens 561-207-5414

Industrial Management Technology AS 2 years Lake Worth 561-868-3536Rapid Prototyping Specialist CCC 1 year Palm Beach Gardens 561-207-5414

Supervision and Management BAS 2 years multicampus & online 561-868-4100

Noncredit classes in several trades varies Belle Glade 561-993-1175 Lake Worth 561-868-3702

PROGRAM LENGTH Full-time/day programs, unless otherwise noted.

Contact program for part-time/evening availability.CAMPUSPROGRAM CONTACT #

Degrees & College Credit Certificates

Postsecondary Adult Vocational Certificates

Corporate & Continuing Education

palmbeachstate.edu/programs/TradeIndustry

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Electrical Power Technology ASThis A.S. degree focuses on instrumentation and controls—thetechnology that keeps machines running safely and correctly. Studentsbuild the knowledge and skills needed in many fields, including powergeneration, aerospace, electrical or mechanical engineering, andhydraulic and pneumatic technology, which powers machinery usingfluids or compressed gases. Through intensive courses and hands-onlabs, you will be prepared to work in many dynamic settings: powerplants, wind farm control centers, solar power plants, smart grid andremote control systems operations, and helicopter, jet and rocketmanufacturers. Plus, through our industry contacts, we assist you inobtaining internships and employment. Graduates also may pursuePalm Beach State’s B.A.S. degree in Supervision and Management.

Engineering Technology Support Specialist CCCTechnology has forever changed how products are made. As aresult, there’s a new demand for people with technical educationwho can support engineering functions in the advancedmanufacturing, electronics and alternative energy industries. Enrollin this CCC program and get ready to start a fast-paced career withdefinite growth potential. Program credits transfer into theEngineering Technology A.S. degree.

Rapid Prototyping Specialist CCCThe exciting innovations of 3-D printing and scanning haverevolutionized product prototyping and manufacturing. The ability to quickly produce full-scale models, as well as actual products, hasbeen embraced by all industries, creating a need for technicians with expertise in this cutting-edge technology. This CCC programprepares you for immediate career opportunities, plus your earnedcredits transfer into the Engineering Technology A.S. degree, Advanced Technology track.

Engineering Technology ASConcentration Areas: Alternative Energy Systems, Electronics orAdvanced Technology

Are you fascinated by how things work? Do you like solving real-lifeproblems using math and science? If so, this two-year A.S. degreecan prepare you to enter a variety of industries that use the latesttechnologies to design and fabricate products of all kinds. In fact,PBSC created this degree after local industry partners reporteddifficulty finding skilled employees for positions in advancedmanufacturing, robotics, 3-D modeling, drafting and electronics.With a choice of three concentration areas—Alternative EnergySystems, Electronics or Advanced Technology—you can prepare fora high-demand career in fields like energy and power generation,aerospace and transportation and advanced manufacturing. Best ofall, those partners are already posting internships and jobs for ourstudents. Program graduates also may pursue Palm Beach State’sB.A.S. degree in Supervision and Management.

Industrial Management Technology ASWhen you add management training to your trade skills, youincrease your job security and opportunities for advancement. Plus,if you’ve completed one of the PSAV or Apprenticeship programs,you may apply 25 credits toward this 60-credit A.S. degree. In theremaining coursework, you will study important aspects of industrialoperations, including business leadership, computer applicationsand marketing. Then you can continue at PBSC for your bachelor’sdegree in Supervision and Management. It’s a pathway that leads totrade career success!

Alternative Energy Engineering Technology CCCBuild a dynamic career and contribute to a sustainable future. Throughhigh-tech, hands-on activities, you’ll study biofuels, wind and solarenergy, and environmental mapping, among other relevant topics ingreen energy generation. This unique CCC program prepares studentsfor entry-level positions and opens new career doors for electricalpower employees. Program credits transfer into the Electrical PowerTechnology and Engineering Technology A.S. degrees.

Modern campus lab mirrors industryElectrical Power and Engineering Technology students apply what theylearn through daily hands-on access to the latest high-tech tools. Currentlab equipment includes:

Humanoid robot

3-D printers (additive/subtractive) and scanners

Wind turbine simulator

Electrical distribution trainer

Real-time energy use monitoring

Alternative energy training center

Process control systems

Fluids and pneumatic trainers

Sensor calibration stations forpressure, temperature and strainwith data acquisition

Machinery fault trainer

Microcontroller and PLCprogramming stations with dual conveyor belts

Materials testers

Degrees & College Credit Certificates

Machining TechnologyMachinists are at the core of manufacturing. These highly skilled, well-paid individuals produce precision machine parts for many industries,including aerospace, computer, medical device and automotive.

Students learn to set up and operate both manual and computer-controlled machining equipment inside one of the best machineshops in the state, using top-of-the-line Haas Automation CNC lathesand milling machines and Hexagon Metrology precision measuringequipment. By the time you graduate, you’ll be armed withknowledge and skills in computer-aided design/manufacturing(CAD/CAM), computer numerical control (CNC) programming, appliedmath and blueprint reading, manufacturing and inspection methods,measuring technology, and machining concepts and theories.

Challenge yourself and open the door to many career possibilities,including drafter/designer, tool and die maker, CAD/CAM technician,quality assurance management or manufacturing engineering.

Residential & Commercial ElectricianGood electricians are always in demand. From wiring new homes tobringing older office buildings up to code, electricians have skillsneeded everywhere, for every type of structure.

Taught by licensed electricians, the program covers all aspects of theelectrical trade, from terminology and circuitry to the proper use oftools and more. In challenging projects, you’ll develop essential skillsin wiring installation and repair for residential and commercialproperties. Graduates pursue careers in electrical construction,maintenance, public utilities and contract work. This program also maybe a steppingstone to local electrician apprenticeship opportunities.

Trade ApprenticeshipsAn apprentice is an employed worker who learns a recognized tradewith the goal of becoming a qualified journeyperson.

In PBSC’s apprenticeship programs, you can achieve journeypersonstatus in 4–5 years, depending on the trade. Offered in partnershipwith private sector sponsors, the programs annually consist of 2,000hours of on-the-job training and 144 hours of classroom instruction.Students also earn multiple certifications related to their trade.Graduates receive a certificate from the Florida Department ofEducation, a PSAV certificate from Palm Beach State, and arerecognized worldwide as journeypersons.

Security & Automation Systems TechnicianGone are the days when security was a simple lock on the door, andturning on lights required flipping a switch. Now wireless buildingtechnologies control everything, driving the demand for technicianswho can maintain the high-tech systems that keep homes andbusinesses safe, energy efficient and easy to manage.

In this program, you’ll master the low-voltage electrical skills requiredto install and repair the latest smart technologies, including remoteaccess control systems, whole house audio and video, closed-circuittelevision, nurse call and fire alarms, intrusion detection systems, andturnkey gate automation. If you’re detail-oriented and like technology,prepare now to enter this fast-growing field.

Welding TechnologyThis nationally recognized program prepares you to work in afabrication or repair capacity in a variety of industries, such asagriculture, aviation, utilities, marine and many more.

You will train in modern facilities featuring individual booths andequipment for learning all major welding processes, including torchcutting, MIG/TIG, flux-cored arc, plasma arc and pipe welding.Taught by certified welding professionals, hands-on lab activitiesfocus on industry standards and fabrication techniques for weldingcarbon steel, stainless steel and aluminum metals. You will alsopractice for certification testing and learn blueprint reading, metalsidentification, and workplace safety and efficiency.

Skilled welders are hard to find and in demand. Once you completeyour training at Palm Beach State, you can go anywhere!

palmbeachstate.edu/programs/TradeIndustry

TRADE & INDUSTRY PROGRAMSFacilities MaintenanceThe job of maintaining buildings requires more than being a Jack- orJill-of-all-trades. Due to advances in building technologies andmaintenance systems, men and women with specialized traininghave the competitive edge.

In this hands-on program, you’ll earn key industry certifications andgain experience in electrical systems, HVAC/R, plumbing, carpentry,welding, landscaping, pest control and appliance repair. Studentsgraduate ready to work in all types of facilities, from hotels andschools to skyscrapers and hospitals.

HVAC/RThe heating, ventilation, air conditioning and refrigeration industry isin constant need of skilled technicians to support residential andcommercial clients.

Through real-world projects—including “on-the-job” experiences—you’ll achieve hands-on knowledge of HVAC/R operations, installationand repairs, troubleshooting, and key issues like safety and indoor airquality. The College’s lab gives you access to a wide range of up-to-date equipment, including residential split heating and coolingsystems, commercial water-cooled systems, ice machines,refrigerators and freezers. You’ll graduate prepared to start a coolcareer that’s always hot!

PSAV Certificates

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Every industry needs excellent managers. In PBSC’s Supervision and Management B.A.S. degree program,you’ll gain an in-depth understanding of business principles andpractices, plus develop sought-after skills in managing peopleand organizations. This two-year bachelor’s program typicallyrequires an associate degree to enroll, making it the smart nextstep after completing your A.S. degree. The result: a well-balanced education combining trade and industry know-howwith business expertise that will make employers take notice.

BACHELOR OF APPLIED SCIENCE DEGREE

Stay current in your trade–or learn a new one!

CORPORATE ANDCONTINUING EDUCATION

Keep learning—and take charge of your career—with high-quality,low-cost noncredit courses. At PBSC, you can renew or prepare forcertifications and licenses, upgrade your skills or explore new tradecareers, like water or wastewater treatment plant operator. Weoffer courses in most major trade professions, including leanmanufacturing with Six Sigma®, NCCER-accredited training,drafting (AutoCAD®, Revit® and BIM), welding, machining, HVAC/R,OSHA 10-hour, commercial driving license and more.

BELLE GLADE: 561-993-1175 palmbeachstate.edu/CCE/BG

LAKE WORTH: 561-868-3702palmbeachstate.edu/CCE/TIO

Get your certificate…and your degree! Trade & Industry CCC and PSAV graduates earn credits thattransfer into specific A.S. degree programs.

The A.S. degree designed for PSAV and Apprenticeship graduates

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