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Student Career Majors
Nearly 800 high school and adult students enroll in more than 70 career training courses each year. Whether college or career bound, Meridian Technology Center trains high school and adult students for success. You will experience small classes, hands-on learning, self-paced programs and real-world learning projects.
Architecture & Construction
870 hours
Brick/Stone Mason
This career major is an introduction to the masonry materials and processes used in the masonry industry, safety, uses of brick and blocks, mortar mixing techniques, and laying masonry units. ...
1020 hours
CAD Design Architectural Specialist
This career major will introduce students to the skills required as a CAD Architectural Specialist. CAD Design Architectural Specialists draw rough and detailed building plans to scale, for ...
855 hours
CAD Technician Architectural
This career major will introduce students to the skills required as a CAD Technician Architectural. Architectural CAD Technicians prepare technical drawings and plans used by construction ...
990 hours
Commercial Electrician's Assistant
Under the supervision of a licensed electrician, a Commercial Electrician’s Assistant wires commercial premises including service entry and branch circuit installation, load distribution, ...
990 hours
Industrial Electrician's Assistant
Under the supervision of a licensed electrician, an Industrial Electrician’s Assistant wires industrial premises including service entry and branch circuit installation, load distribution, ...
975 hours
Residential Electrician's Assistant
Under the supervision of a licensed electrician, a Residential Electrician’s Assistant installs electrical wiring, equipment, apparatus and fixtures, using hand tools and power tools. Plans ...
825 hours
Residential Finish Carpenter
Finish Carpenters include those who cut and fit doors, windows, and interior molding. They also build and install cabinets, lay hardwood floors, and panel rooms. May work as cabinetmakers ...
615 hours
Residential HVAC Installer
This career major is an introduction to air-conditioning and refrigeration, exploring career opportunities in the HVAC/R Industry. An installer services, installs and repairs air conditioning ...
1050 hours
Residential HVAC Technician
This career major is an introduction to air-conditioning and refrigeration, exploring career opportunities in the HVAC/R industry, personal safety and work practices, and personal protective ...
Business, Management & Administration
720 hours
Administrative Assistant
This major prepares students for careers in administrative support and office management.
1080 hours
Entrepreneur
This major prepares students to develop and manage their own businesses. Students discover what skills are needed to become an entrepreneur including developing a business plan, identifying ...
Finance
720 hours
Accounts Payable / Receivable Clerk
This career major prepares students to provide the clerical support necessary to pay the financial obligations of a business and to process payments made to a business, to maintain office ...
720 hours
Financial Customer Service
This career major prepares students for entry-level positions in the banking industry. Students gain customer service and office skills while learning the principles and practices of banking ...
Health Science
600 hours
Advanced Pharmacy Technician
This Career Major builds upon the basic coursework of a Pharmacy Technician including advanced procedures and practice settings. Helps licensed pharmacists provide medication and other ...
765 hours
Biological Laboratory Assistant
A Laboratory Assistant performs a variety of routine non-technical duties and operates under the direct supervision of technical and professional personnel in assisting with testing and ...
930 hours
Biological Research Technician
Biological Research Technicians provide technical assistance to biological scientists and are responsible for performing general technical work in a variety of tasks that include testing, ...
1050 hours
Clinical Lab Assistant
This career major is designed to prepare students for entry-level positions in clinical laboratory settings such as medical centers, outpatient facilities, and research laboratories. The ...
742 hours
Health Care Assistant I
This career major is intended for those individuals who are interested in direct patient care. Successful completers will enter the workforce as long-term care aides and/or home health aides. ...
731 hours
Health Care Assistant II
This career major is intended for those individuals who want to work in a medical office or facility performing routine administrative and clinical tasks. Clinical duties vary and may ...
998 hours
Health Care Technician
The Health Care Technician represents the combined career majors of health Care Assistant I and Health Care Assistant II. The individual completing this career major will receive certification ...
975 hours
Pre-Medical / Medical Research Analyst
The Pre-Medical/Medical Research Analyst is designed strictly for high school juniors and seniors who wish to pursue additional education at the university level and prepares students for the ...
975 hours
Pre-Veterinary / Veterinary Research Analyst
The Pre-Veterinary/Veterinary Research Analyst is designed strictly for high school juniors and seniors who wish to pursue additional education at the university level and prepares students for ...
990 hours
Veterinary Research Technician
Veterinary Research Technicians provide technical assistance to Veterinary scientist and local Veterinarians and are responsible for performing ...
Hospitality & Tourism
360 hours
Food Service Attendant
This major prepares students as food service attendants who work in the front house or counter of restaurants or food service businesses. Included are an overview of the hospitality and tourism ...
851 hours
Food Service Management Assistant
This major prepares students to become assistants to managers of kitchens, restaurants or catering operations. Instruction incorporates kitchen fundamentals such as safety, sanitation and ...
Human Services
1000 hours
Cosmetologist - Public
Shampoos, cuts, colors, and styles patron’s hair. Massages and treats scalp. Applies make-up, performs hair removal and provides nail and skin care services.
Information Technology
960 hours
3D Animator
This major prepares students to utilize animation skills to develop products for the Web, mobile devices, computer games, entertainment training simulations,and live video.
960 hours
Digital Video Producer
This major prepares students for careers in planning and coordinating various aspects of video production. In this major, students learn fundamental skills in image creation for video, print ...
1080 hours
Enterprise Network Associate
This major prepares students to install, configure, operate and troubleshoot medium-size routed and switched networks,
1230 hours
Enterprise Network Security Associate
In addition to the skills learned as an Enterprise Network Associate, this major prepares students to implement security measures for network systems.
840 hours
Graphic Design Specialist
This major prepares students for careers in graphic design for Web sites, video and/or publications.
630 hours
Network PC Support Specialist
This major prepares students to repair, service and troubleshoot personal computers and computer-related equipment and to install and configure operating systems and application software.
1230 hours
Network Systems Engineer
This major prepares students to plan, install, configure, troubleshoot, upgrade and support an organization’s local area network (LAN) and/or wide area network (WAN).
990 hours
Network Systems Technician
Students in this major learn to plan, install, configure, troubleshoot and upgrade network hardware peripherals and protocols and to keep a company’s network running efficiently.
480 hours
PC Support Technician
This major prepares students to repair, service and troubleshoot personal computers and computer-related equipment and to install and configure operating systems and application software.
1080 hours
Video Game Designer
This major prepares students for careers as game developers, designers and computer programmers for the video game industry.
960 hours
Web Designer
This major prepares students for proficiency in designing interactive Web sites.
Manufacturing
675 hours
Beginning Metal Fabricator
This career major is an introduction to common welding processes and precision metal fabrication.
1140 hours
CAD Design Mechanical Specialist
Develops detailed design drawings and specifications for mechanical equipment, dies/tools and controls, according to engineering sketches and design proposals.
975 hours
CAD Technician Mechanical
Prepares technical drawings and plans used by production workers to build manufactured products.
975 hours
CNC Machinist
CNC Machinists use computer numerically controlled (CNC) machines to cut and shape precision products, such as automobile, aviation and machine parts.
765 hours
CNC Machinist Assistant
CNC Machinist Assistants help set up, operate and tend engine lathes and milling machines to mill, shape, profile metal or plastic work pieces.
270 hours
Engine Lathe Operator
Beginning career for Machinist. Sets-up and operates an engine lathe to produce precision parts.
1215 hours
Metal Fabricator
This career major is an introduction to common welding, cutting processes, and metal working equipment used for metal fabrication.
270 hours
Milling Machine Operator
Sets up, operates and tends milling machines to mill, shape, groove or profile metal or plastic work pieces.
915 hours
Pipe Welder
This career major is an introduction to common welding and cutting processes used in metal fabrication of pipe and plate.
750 hours
SMAW Pipe Welder
This career major is an introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) used in metal fabrication of pipe and plate.
840 hours
Structural Welder
This career major is an introduction to common welding and cutting processes used in metal fabrication of structural steel.
Science, Technology, Engineering & Mathematics
1440 hours
Advanced Project Lead The Way Pre-Engineering
Industry leaders, who helped develop the curriculum, recognized the importance of preparing students with a solid academic foundation in mathematics and science
960 hours
Project Lead the Way Pre-Engineering
This is a two year academy that will emphasize academics and engineering principles. It will provide the student with a strong foundation to excel in a post-secondary engineering pathway.
Transportation, Distribution & Logistics
450 hours
Automotive Air Conditioning Technician
Automotive Air Conditioning Technicians install and repair car and truck air-conditioners and service their components,
495 hours
Automotive Chassis Technician
Automotive Chassis Technicians align and balance wheels and repair steering mechanisms and suspension systems.
555 hours
Automotive Maintenance & Light Repair Technician
Automotive Maintenance and Light Repair Technicians use high-tech skills to inspect, maintain, and repair automobiles and light trucks.
945 hours
Automotive Service Technician
Automotive Service Technicians diagnose the cause of malfunctions and perform work specified on the repair order with efficiency and in accordance with dealership and/or factory standards.
1650 hours
Collision Repair and Refinishing Apprentice
This career major is designed to provide students with extended internships, advanced project-based instruction and additional industry certifications to reinforce ...
1005 hours
Combination Collision Repair Technician
Collision Repair Technicians repair and refinish automotive vehicle bodies. They examine the vehicle to determine extent and type of damage.
570 hours
Non-Structural Repair Technician
Non–Structural Repair Technicians repair and refinish automotive and light truck vehicle bodies.
1170 hours
Power Sports Technology
Students in this career major will learn how to service, repair and perform routine maintenance on various small engines
540 hours
Refinishing Technician
A Refinishing Technician repaints and refinishes damaged body parts and vehicle bodies in accordance with factory and dealership quality specifications and time standards.
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