Branden Moore
Branden Moore came to Delaware Tech after having been out of school for nearly 20 years. During that time, he started a career in the HVAC, electrical, and plumbing industry, but he was looking to expand his knowledge and Delaware Tech’s building automation systems program was exactly what he needed.
“I chose building automation because having a broader knowledge of how the HVAC, electrical, and plumbing systems are controlled has always interested me,” Moore said. “Building automation is something that will elevate my knowledge base as well as provide a base for further education.”
Moore began his college journey determined to be a good student and give his best effort to obtain good grades. He balanced his studies with working 60+ hours per week at his full-time job, and he admittedly struggled to adapt to virtual learning during the COVID-19 pandemic.
“My first semester was a steep learning curve in time management,” Moore said. “But the journey has been mostly positive, with several late nights being logged working on projects.”
One of Moore’s most memorable accomplishments came when he organized a factory demonstration of outdoor air systems for the building automation and energy management majors. It allowed him to showcase his knowledge of the equipment while also learning from instructors about where to look for equipment downfalls.
The potential for a higher paying job and an improved future is what kept Moore motivated throughout his time at Delaware Tech. He hopes this is another step toward becoming a sought-after worker within his career field. He plans to continue to learn and grow as a professional.
Moore said the energy faculty is what helped get him through to graduation.
“They understood that I have a full-time job and they took the time to explain concepts that I was struggling with,” Moore said. “They are the real unsung heroes of the program.
“I will feel excited (at graduation) to finish this chapter in my story and I’ll be sad that I won’t be seeing my favorite instructors anymore. And most likely I’ll cry, because I’m an emotional big dude.”
