through the MEI Data Center Pathway Program
Explore a career
in data centers
Classes Begin August 11
Globally, the demand for data centers is projected to rise between 19 and 22 percent from 2023 to 2030, according to McKinsey & Co. At the same time, the industry faces an ongoing struggle to meet workforce needs. To answer that need, TSTC and Compass Datacenters have partnered to create a new training program designed to prepare participants for good-paying jobs in data center maintenance and operations – the Mechanical Electrical & Information Technology Pathway Program.
- The data center industry is growing fast
- There is a critical workforce shortage
- Now is the perfect time to build skills for a career in this vital industry.
The program is designed to create a pathway into deeper, paid training programs with some of the nation’s largest and fastest-growing companies, such as:
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“There are tremendous career opportunities in data centers. I’m biased, but the work is challenging, financially rewarding and exciting.”
Chris Crosby, CEO of Compass Datacenters
Course Highlights
- Classes begin August 11, 2025 | Register Here
- 6-week (full-time) or 12-week (half time) session.
- 234 hours of classroom and lab instruction.
- Cost: $4,700. Scholarships available.
- Hands-on experience with real equipment and mentorship from industry experts.
- Learn the basics of mechanical, electrical, IT + networking, safety, and business communications.
- Principles of HVAC
- Mechanical Power Systems
- Motor Control Systems
- Electrical Systems Operations & Installation
- and more…
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Launch a meaningful, high-growth career in one of the most important industries today.
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