Acadiana Technical College

Students in this major prepare to assist engineers who develop HVAC/R (heating, ventilation, air conditioning, and refrigeration) systems. Topics of study include the principles behind heating and cooling; system design, maintenance, and installation; and report writing.
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This major prepares students to repair, service, and maintain all types of cars and small trucks. Classes include such topics as brake systems, electrical systems, engine performance, engine repair, and suspension and steering. VISIT LINK »

Students in this major specialize in the repair and maintenance of electronic systems in planes. They study flight instrumentation, communications and homing systems, radar, and more. VISIT LINK »

Barbering students learn how to cut and shave hair and run barber shops. They prepare for licensure, studying a range of practical subjects including everything from scalp massages to health and safety. VISIT LINK »

Business office technology students learn a wide variety of computer application skills needed to work in administrative support positions. VISIT LINK »

This program will prepare individuals for office technology/support positions in both private and public agencies. VISIT LINK »

This program prepares students to become child care providers in the home and other settings. Studies cover child growth and development as well as activity planning and other related topics. VISIT LINK »

Students learn to perform routine medical lab tests and procedures under supervision. They also learn to record and analyze test results. Classes cover lab math, medical computer software, clinical chemistry, the study of blood and urine, and other topics. VISIT LINK »

You will learn a variety of ways to prepare and serve in the food industry. VISIT LINK »

Students of drafting and design technology learn to use technical skills to create drawings, plans, and computer models that will be used in constructing a building or manufacturing a product. VISIT LINK »

An Introduction to the occupation, shop safety, electrical safety hazards and prevention and OSHA regulations, tools and equipment-some laboratory required for functions of common tools and equipment. Introduction to the concepts of DC/AC electricity fundamentals, matter and atomic theory; a study of Ohm’s Law, series, and series-parallel circuits and meters. Laboratory requirements include constructing circuits, measuring voltage, amperage, and resistance.
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Graphic Communications provides an instructional program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills in the use of tools, test equipment, operating equipment, materials, and processes to make ready, operate, and maintain photography and printing equipment for the production of process color printing.

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Students in this major learn how to install, keep up, test, and fix a variety of electrical and electronic factory equipment. VISIT LINK »

Students of computer systems networking and telecommunications learn how computers communicate with each other. They study the design, installation, and improvement of computer networks and related software. VISIT LINK »

Students of computer systems networking and telecommunications learn how computers communicate with each other. They study the design, installation, and improvement of computer networks and related software. VISIT LINK »

Machine tool technology majors learn to make, test, and repair precision machine parts. VISIT LINK »

Students in this program learn how to give medicine to patients, observe and record their reactions, and perform emergency duties. They go on to work under the supervision of doctors and nurses. In addition to studying anatomy and physiology, they learn about the effects of different medications, practice taking blood pressure and other vital signs, and more. VISIT LINK »

Students in this major learn how to perform routine office duties under the supervision of office managers in doctor’s offices and similar health care settings. They practice data processing and communication skills, master the use of office equipment, and study the principles of medical record-keeping. VISIT LINK »

This program prepares students to become nurse’s aides, providing nursing-related services under the supervision of nurses. Graduates go on to work in hospitals, nursing homes, and other health care settings. VISIT LINK »

Students will learn a variety of equipment for patient care. VISIT LINK »

Pharmacy technology majors learn how to assist pharmacists in preparing and providing medication, running pharmacies, and interacting with customers. Topics of instruction include pharmacologic terms, drug identification, lab procedures, patient education, testing techniques, and more. VISIT LINK »

In this major, you’ll learn all the skills needed to do the job. Typically a year-long certificate program, practical nursing majors learn everything from taking vital signs to giving injections, applying dressings, and other basic kinds of patient care. VISIT LINK »

Surgical technology students learn the skills needed to assist in the operating room. VISIT LINK »

Welding students learn the skills they need to cut and join metal. They master arc, resistance, high-energy beam, and solid-state welding. They also practice brazing and soldering. Instruction covers metallurgy, heat treating, design, safety, and more. VISIT LINK »