Pima Community College celebrated the grand opening this week of its newly remodeled and expanded Building and Construction Technology Center.
This will expand the center’s ability to train students in carpentry, electrical, HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning), plumbing and construction management, the college said. The center is also introducing new training in commercial and industrial HVAC, refrigeration and heavy equipment operations.
“This new center represents our commitment to meeting the growing workforce needs of our region,” said PCC Chancellor Jeffrey P. Nasse in a news release. “Students won’t just learn about construction — they’ll gain real, hands-on experience using industry-standard tools and technology under the guidance of experienced professionals.”
The project to remodel and expand the 25,000-square-foot facility was achieved through congressionally directed funding of $1.23 million and revenue bonds.
Faculty and staff at the Tuesday grand opening of Pima Community College's newly expanded and remodeled Building and Construction Technology Center.
“PCC will be among a limited number of institutions offering comprehensive training in commercial and industrial HVAC and refrigeration — areas where training opportunities are currently limited,” PCC said in the news release.
“In addition to traditional degree pathways, the program will offer short-term training opportunities designed to help workers stay current with emerging technologies and industry standards.”
It will prepare students wanting to enter the workforce in high-demand skilled trades, as well as industry professionals looking to upskill and reskill, the college said.
The building and construction technology program, part of PCC’s Center of Excellence for Applied Technology at the downtown campus, has been developed with the help of industry partners to “meet the evolving needs of the construction workforce,” said the release. “With rapid technological advancements shaping the field, the new center will provide students and working professionals access to modern equipment and real-world training environments."
