Written by Mike Hudson, Student Services Coordinator On June 16th, 2019, Tidewater Tech hosted one of their bi-annual Career Fairs. This Career Fair marked one of the most successful recruiting events in the college’s history. With over 19 total employers present, Tidewater Tech students were determined to leave a lasting impression as well as learn… Read more »
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Calvary Revival Church and Tidewater Tech create a $1 Million Overcomers Scholarship for Hampton Roads Community
Posted by Tidewater Tech & filed under Adult Education, Automotive Technician, Building Maintenance & Repair, Career Training, Certifications, Community Service, HVAC, Lifestyle, Press Release, Spotlight Feature, Tidewater Tech Trades, Trade School, Trade School, Virginia, Welding.
In conjunction with Aviation Institute of Maintenance, Centura College, and Tidewater Tech, Calvary Revival Church announces a $1 million scholarship fund for students, to be awarded over the next ten years. Earlier this year, Aviation Institute of Maintenance (AIM) purchased Calvary Revival Church’s former Calvary Christian School campus on East Little Creek Road, where AIM… Read more »
Tidewater Tech Graduate Spotlight – Tony Jones
Posted by Tidewater Tech & filed under Adult Education, Building Maintenance & Repair, Career Training, Certifications, HVAC, Spotlight Feature, Tidewater Tech Trades, Trade School, Trade School, Virginia.
Tony Jones was born and raised in Portsmouth, Virginia. Having prior construction experience in addition to attending courses at Tidewater Building Association, with a specialty in Auto CAD (Computer Aided Drafting), he desired to further his education and academic experience in the trades and construction field. With that, Jones enrolled here at Tidewater Tech. Growing… Read more »
Tidewater Tech Graduate Spotlight: Kyle Horton
Posted by Tidewater Tech & filed under Adult Education, Career Training, HVAC, Lifestyle, Spotlight Feature, Trade School, Trade School, Virginia.
By Terrell Wiggins Kyle Horton was born in Philadelphia, PA and moved to Virginia with his parents when he was four years old. His original plans after graduating high school were to go into the military, since he really wasn’t sure what he wanted to do, career-wise. His father asked him what his goal of… Read more »
Tidewater Tech Graduate Spotlight – Wayne Sainio
Posted by Tidewater Tech & filed under HVAC, Spotlight Feature, Tidewater Tech Trades, Trade School, Virginia.
Tidewater Tech Graduate Spotlight – Wayne Sainio Wayne Sainio was born and raised in Maine. Out of high school, Wayne initially had an interest in being an architect and civil engineering. He joined the Coast Guard at the age of 28, serving for 31 years, and retired in August of 2013. “Well, forced retirement that… Read more »
HVAC: Heating, Ventilation, and Air Conditioning
Posted by Tidewater Tech & filed under Adult Education, Career Training, HVAC, Tidewater Tech Trades, Trade School.
By Jul DeGeus It’s summertime; a blistering 101 degrees outside, with humidity so stifling you can barely catch your breath. However, you are cool as a cucumber- sprawled out on the couch, watching Stranger Things in preparation of the season two release date, all thanks to your hardworking air conditioning unit. Midway through your viewing,… Read more »
Tune-up Your Training for Your Next Interview
Posted by Tidewater Tech & filed under Adult Education, Automotive Technician, Building Maintenance & Repair, Career Training, Certifications, HVAC, Tidewater Tech Trades, Trade School, Trade School, Virginia.
By Esperanza Poquiz; Edited by Jul DeGeus Going into an interview can be stressful for some of us; others may find it easy. Being well-prepared can help calm your nerves before going into the interview process. Whether you find it easy or hard, these tips could help you feel more confident when walking through the door. Initial… Read more »
Do You Know Your Eco Building Materials?
Posted by Tidewater Tech & filed under Adult Education, HVAC, Lifestyle, Quiz.
Do you know which building materials are more eco friendly? In a world filled with greenhouse gasses and pollutants, every step to a greener future is a good one. Click each tile below to see if you have what it takes!
DIY: 10 Checks to Make Before Calling for Air Conditioner Repair
Posted by Tidewater Tech & filed under Adult Education, Career Training, HVAC, Trade School.
It’s quite embarrassing for you to request air conditioning (AC) repair services only for the technician to come out, look at the system and flip an obvious switch. Some common central air conditioning problems have simple solutions. If you find something isn’t right with your AC unit, save time and money by conducting these simple… Read more »
What Does a Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Technician Do?
Posted by Tidewater Tech & filed under Career Training, HVAC.
What Does a Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Technician Do? Most people assume that HVAC technicians just fix air conditioning units and heaters. However, there are other aspects to the HVAC worker’s job which are not so obvious. In general, HVAC technicians provide a valuable service to homeowners and businesses. Such services are likely… Read more »