Davidson-Davie Community College

297 DCC Road, Thomasville, NC, 27360, United States

336-249-8186

https://www.davidsondavie.edu/

Computer Engineering Technology

Electrical and Electronic Engineering Technologists and Technicians help electrical and electronics engineers plan and develop communications equipment, computers, medical monitoring devices, or other equipment that is powered by other electricity or electric current. They often work in product evaluation and testing, using measuring and diagnostic devices to test, adjust, and repair equipment. They are also involved in assembling equipment for automation.

Program	Certificate	Length*	Cost**

Commercial Truck Driver

Heavy and Tractor-Trailer Truck Drivers transport goods from one location to another. Most tractor-trailer drivers are long-haul drivers and operate trucks with a total weight exceeding 26,000 pounds for the vehicle, passengers, and cargo. These drivers deliver goods over intercity routes that sometimes span several states.

Program	Certificate	Length*	Cost**
CDL Trucking	Truck Driving Training Certificate	12 credit hours year(s)

Automation and Robotics

Electro-mechanical technicians operate automated and robotic equipment. They use both electrical and mechanical expertise to maintain and repair the manufacturing equipment, typically found in a factory setting. Build, install, test, or maintain robotic equipment or related automated production systems. https://nccareers.org/occupation-profile/173024/1284

Program	Certificate	Length*	Cost**

Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists

Electro-Mechanical and Mechatronics Technologists and technicians combine knowledge of mechanical technology with knowledge of electrical and electronic circuitry. They operate, test, and maintain unmanned, automated, robotic, or electromechanical equipment.

Program	Certificate	Length*	Cost**

HVACR Technician

Heating, air conditioning, and refrigeration mechanics and installers, which are often called HVACR technicians, work on heating, ventilation, cooling, and refrigeration systems that control the temperature and air quality in buildings.

Program	Certificate	Length*	Cost**
Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology	Diploma	3 semesters year(s)	$2,812
Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology- Davidson-Davie CC	Emphasis in Residential System Design Certificate	1 semester year(s)	$988
Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology- Davidson-Davie CC	Emphasis in Residential Heating and Cooling Certificate	1 semester year(s)	$912
Air Conditioning, Heating, and Refrigeration Technology- Davidson-Davie CC	Emphasis in Heat Pumps Certificate	1 semester year(s)	$988

Diesel Technician

Diesel technicians inspect, maintain, repair and care for diesel engines. Some diesel technicians specialize in a specific type of vehicle. When commercial transportation has malfunctioned, they diagnose the problems and find solutions.

Program	Certificate	Length*	Cost**
Diesel & Heavy Equipment Technology	Certificate- Emphasis in Basic Medium/Heavy Duty Servicing	1 semester year(s)	$1,064
Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology	Certificate- Emphasis in Service Technician	2 semesters year(s)	$1,216

CNC Operator

CNC (Computer Numerical Control) operators set up and operate a variety of computer-controlled and mechanically controlled equipment to produce precision metal parts, instruments, and tools.

Program	Certificate	Length*	Cost**
Computer Integrated Technology	Certificate- Emphasis in Drafting	1 semester year(s)	$988
Computer-Intergrated Machining	AAS- Emphasis in Computer Numerical Control	5 semesters year(s)	$5,016
Computer-Intergrated Machining	Diploma	3 semesters year(s)	$2,736
Computer-Intergrated Machining	Certificate - Emphasis in Advanced CNC	2 semesters year(s)	$988
Computer-Intergrated Machining	Certificate- Emphasis in CNC Fundamentals	2 semesters year(s)	$1,292
Computer-Intergrated Machining	Certificate - Emphasis in Machining Fundamentals	2 semesters year(s)	$1,064

Welder

Welders fuse and cut metal materials. They can work in several different industries, so welders might build structures or repair existing infrastructure. Welders are employed in various industries, including construction, manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, shipbuilding, and oil and gas.

Program	Certificate	Length*	Cost**

Heavy Equipment Operator

A heavy equipment operator operates heavy equipment used in engineering and construction projects. Typically only skilled workers may operate heavy equipment, and there is specialized training for learning to use heavy equipment. Crane and Tower Operators operate mechanical boom and cable or tower and cable equipment to lift and move materials, machines, or products in many directions. Surface Mining Excavating Machine, Loading Machine, and Dragline Operators handle or tend machinery at surface mining sites. They use vehicles and tools equipped with scoops, shovels, or buckets to excavate and load loose materials.

Program	Certificate	Length*	Cost**
Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology	Certificate- Emphasis in Diesel Engines	1 semester year(s)	$988
Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology	Emphasis in Adv. Medium/Heavy Duty Servicing Certificate	3 semesters year(s)	$1,368
Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology	Diploma	3 semesters year(s)	$2,888
Diesel and Heavy Equipment Technology	Associate of Applied Science	5 semesters year(s)	$5,168

Industrial Maintenance

Industrial machinery mechanics and machinery maintenance workers maintain and repair factory equipment and other industrial machinery, such as conveying systems, production machinery, and packaging equipment. Millwrights install, dismantle, repair, reassemble, and move machinery in factories, power plants, and construction sites.

Program	Certificate	Length*	Cost**

Automotive Service Technicians & Mechanics

Automotive service technicians and mechanics, often called service technicians or service techs, inspect, maintain, and repair cars and light trucks.

Program	Certificate	Length*	Cost**

*Length of program may vary if transfer credits or prior learning experience apply.

**Costs are estimates only and are based on in-state, per-credit-hour tuition prices for one- and two-year degrees. Fees not included. For the most current and accurate tuition price, please contact the college financial aid advisor.