MEI Data Center Pathway Program
MEI Data Center Pathway Program
Start Your Career in the Data Center Industry
Through Meridian Community College's MEI Mechanical, Electrical and Information Technology Data Center Pathway Program, you can transition into one of the nation’s fastest growing industries in weeks, not years. Build the skills that help power the nation’s digital economy and launch a high-impact career.
immediate workforce entry
data center partners
More than a job. A career built to last.
Data centers are the backbone of the modern economy, powering everything from AI to global connectivity. Behind every facility is a team of skilled professionals keeping systems running. These roles are part of the growing "New Collar" workforce; a workforce that prioritizes technical skill, problem-solving, and hands-on expertise over traditional four-year degrees.
Because data centers are long-term infrastructure investments, they create long-term careers that grow alongside the communities they support. This program gives you the foundation to enter the industry and build a future with long-term stability and growth.
Training Designed to get you hired.
The MEI program was developed to address a growing need for skilled technicians and more accessible pathways into high-paying careers. At MCC, this program prepares you to enter the workforce with real, job-ready experience.
and lab training
financial barriers
of data center infrastructure
cross-disciplinary training for in-demand roles
At Meridian Community College, the MEI program combines mechanical, electrical, and IT training into one integrated program — giving you more flexibility and more career options.
Core Curriculum
- Mechanical Systems – 48 Hours
- Electrical Systems – 80 Hours
- Motor Control Systems – 40 Hours
- Information Technology – 14 Hours
- Safety Certifications – 18 Hours
Training is hands-on and designed to reflect real job conditions.
Multiple paths. one starting point.
After completing the program, you can pursue roles across multiple career tracks depending on your strengths and interests.
Electrical Roles
- Critical Power Technician
- Electrical Commissioning Technician
- Generator Technician
- EPMS Monitoring Technician
Mechanical Roles
- HVAC Chiller Technician
- Pump and Water Systems Specialist
- Mechanical Commissioning Technician
- BMS Controls Technician
IT & Facility Roles
- Fiber Optic Technician
- Structured Cabling Specialist
- Network Infrastructure Tester
- Data Center Physical Layer Lead
Industry Built. Workforce Focused.
The MEI Data Center Pathway Program was developed in partnership with Compass Datacenters to ensure students are trained on the systems, technologies, and expectations found in modern data centers.
What Compass Provides
- Scholarships to reduce barriers to entry
- Connection to a network of hiring partners
- Real-world insight brought into the classroom
What MCC Delivers
- Instruction, facilities, and student support
- Certified instructors with industry experience
- Workforce-ready graduates prepared for day one
Connected to Opportunity
The MEI program is built with input from industry leaders to ensure training aligns with real workforce needs. Hiring partners include leading companies across the data center ecosystem.
