A Career in Gunsmithing

The firearms industry in the United States is booming, and gun sales are at an all-time high. This high level of interest creates an opportunity for people with an interest in firearms and the right set of skills and knowledge to provide a valuable and lucrative service to gun owners.

Hunters, sportsmen, collectors and firearms enthusiasts all need the services of experienced gunsmiths to repair and customize their favorite firearms. That means there's a big demand for skilled professionals to keep the weapons working well.

A Career in HVAC Technology

One of the fastest-growing service occupations, Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning has seen major changes in recent years as the result of a national emphasis on fuel conservation and environmental concerns.

A Career in Machine Tool Technology

Modern manufacturing is a high-level, advanced industry requiring skilled and talented people. In fact, it's South Carolina's number two employment sector, paying wages well above the statewide average. These advances are clearly evident in the machine shop.

The program at Piedmont Technical College is well-respected by employers, and many of them serve on our advisory board, which helps determine what's taught in the program, so you'll have a competitive edge when you graduate. 

A Career in Mechatronics

Robotics, programmable logic controllers, automation: these are just a few of the advances that have helped to dramatically increase the productivity and efficiency of modern manufacturing. These increasingly complex systems offer opportunities for students with the skills taught in our Mechatronics program.

A Career in Welding

Because welding is such an important part of most products, employment can be found in a wide range of settings — from heavy manufacturing, like making airplanes, cars, and earthmoving equipment to residential and commercial construction. Welding also plays an important role in building and maintaining oil pipelines and rigs, power plants, and many other industries.

1+3 Programs

University of South Carolina Columbia

The Mechanical and Electrical Engineering transfer options are designed to facilitate the transfer of PTC students into the USC Electrical Engineering or Mechanical Engineering programs. Students will enroll in the Associate in Science program and take courses that are the equivalent of the first year of USC's electrical engineering or mechanical engineering B. S. program.

A Career in Automotive Technology

If you prefer hands-on instruction to sitting in a classroom, and you're fascinated by anything with an engine, Automotive Technology at Piedmont Technical College may be the right career path for you.

Specialized technicians can focus on engine repair, manual drive train and axle, brake, heating and air conditioning, automatic transmission/transaxle and more. Job advancement in this field come with experience, further training and national certification tests. 

A Career in Diversified Agriculture

Located in agriculture-rich Saluda County, the curriculum offers the hands-on training and in-depth classroom instruction necessary to understand and master the daily requirements of a career in agriculture.

The program has been developed in collaboration with some of the major agribusinesses in the region, so you can be sure that you’ll be qualified to enter the work force with the skills that employers need, or to operate a farm of your own after graduation.