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The AAS in Manufacturing Engineering Technology trains students to become skilled technicians and CNC operators capable of working in a wide range of manufacturing industries.

The Marketing program at Houston City College offers industry-focused, student-centered courses designed to prepare graduates for today’s fast-changing business environment. Students can pursue either a certificate or an AAS degree while learning key concepts in marketing, retailing, selling, consumer behavior, e-commerce, advertising, and marketing strategy.

The NCCER Scaffolding program prepares students to safely assemble, inspect, and work with scaffolding systems used in construction and industrial job sites. Students receive training in the use of tools, equipment, and safety procedures related to stationary, mobile, and suspension scaffolds. The program follows the NCCER Core and NCCER Scaffolding curriculum to provide industry-recognized training for entry-level employment.

Houston City College’s nursing programs provide hands-on training, supportive instruction, and clinical experience to help you start a meaningful healthcare career and meet the growing demand for skilled nursing professionals.

The Paralegal Technology program at Houston City College prepares students to support attorneys, courts, and legal organizations through research, document drafting, investigation, and administrative case management. Coursework covers legal research, pleadings, law office procedures, courthouse processes, and specialized areas of law, equipping graduates with the skills needed for entry-level paralegal roles.

The Pastry Arts program at Houston City College prepares students for careers in the baking and pastry industry by teaching the essential skills, creativity, and professionalism needed for success. Through hands-on training and industry-focused instruction, graduates gain the expertise required to advance in a wide range of pastry and baking careers.

The Industrial Pipefitter helper program will prepare students for entry level careers as helpers in screw pipe, socket weld, butt weld, and mechanical joint pipe fabrication. The program will emphasize the National Center for Construction Education & Research Core and Industrial Pipefitter Curriculum. Students who successfully complete.

The Plumbing Technician program prepares students for entry-level and advanced careers in residential, commercial, and industrial plumbing systems. Students learn how to install, maintain, troubleshoot, and repair piping systems, fixtures, water heaters, drainage systems, and related plumbing equipment while following safety standards and building codes.

The Residential Construction Certificate program prepares students for careers in the construction industry by providing hands-on training in residential building fundamentals. Students learn blueprint interpretation, construction math, framing techniques for floors, walls, ceilings, and roofs, as well as worksite safety practices used in residential construction projects. The program is designed to develop the next generation of builders, contractors, and entrepreneurs while preparing students for entry-level employment opportunities in the construction field.

The Solar Installer program area prepares students with technical skills and training in photovoltaic systems, residential installations, safety protocols, electrical knowledge, and industry codes. The program provides hands-on instruction designed to prepare students for the Electrical Technician Association International (ETA) Level 1 PV Installer certification.

The TIG Welding program area prepares students with foundational skills in Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW), including equipment setup, safety procedures, joint design, and welding techniques for metals such as aluminum and stainless steel. Students gain hands-on training in welding inspection and operation of GTAW equipment while preparing for entry-level employment in the welding industry and advancement into Pipe Welding courses.

The Welding Technician program prepares students for careers in metal fabrication by teaching the fundamentals of welding as a method of permanently joining metal parts through heat and fusion. Students gain hands-on experience in welding processes and learn how welding is used in industries such as construction, manufacturing, shipbuilding, automotive repair, aerospace, and pipeline systems. The program provides foundational skills needed to produce strong, permanent metal joints used in structural and industrial applications.

Welding is the most common way of permanently joining metal parts. In this process, heat is applied to metal pieces, melting and fusing them to form a permanent bond. Because of its strength, welding is used in shipbuilding, automobile manufacturing and repair, aerospace applications, and thousands of other manufacturing activities. Welding is also essential in construction, where it is used to join beams, build bridges, and connect pipes in pipelines, power plants, and refineries.