BASIC MATH

Review of basic arithmetic for daily as well as industrial use.  Includes addition, subtraction, multiplication and division of whole and mixed numbers; common fractions and decimals; percentages; ratio and proportion; and an introduction to metrics and the hand-held calculator.  Practical industrial and shop problems will be employed.

Tuition: $325   Book $312

T 4-6pm   TI011A

 

TRIGONOMETRY I

Topics covered: right and isosceles triangles, functions, tables, laws of sines and cosines, and use of calculators for solutions. Prerequisite: Math, Algebra and Geometry. Note: the book purchased for Basic Math is used for all 4 courses.

Tuition: $325   Book $312

 

BASIC ELECTRICITY

This course is designed for non-electrical tradesmen. Topics include atomic structure, theory of electron movement, sources of electricity, and units of measurement. Also covered will be Ohm’s Law, effects of resistance, magnetism, capacitance, induction, AC and DC motors.  30 hours/ 15 sessions

Tuition:  $325     Books:  $135

Th  4-6pm     TI051A  9/1-12/22

 

BLUEPRINT  READING FOR  CONSTRUCTION

Learn how to interpret building and construction drawings. Covers the fundamentals of how building details are illustrated.   30 hours/ 15 sessions

Tuition:  $325     Book:  $125

T  6-8pm      TI019A  9/6-12/13

 

BLUEPRINT READING & SKETCHING FOR WELDING

Assembly and detail drawings are used to illustrate print identification, holes, sections, tapers and castings.  Emphasis is placed on reading shop prints.   30 hours/ 15 sessions

Tuition:  $325     Book:  $60

T  6-8pm      TI021B  9/6-12/13

 

CAD I

Introductory Computer Aided Drafting for drafters, engineers, designers, architects, etc. This course is designed for the individual with no experience in Computer Aided Drafting. Topics covered include: basic drawing, editing, saving, moving, and plotting. Prerequisite: Blueprint Reading & Sketching/Permission by instructor.                                        

Tuition:  $325    Book:  TBD

T  8-10pm   TI028A   9/6-12/13

 

CARPENTRY I

In this class you will get an introduction to the carpentry and construction trade. Topics include: proper use of tools, framing and finishing.  64 hours/ 16 sessions

Tuition:  $625     Book:  $197 

M   5-9pm     TI070A  8/17-12/14

 

COMMERCIAL & INDUSTRIAL WIRING

Course covers the principles and theory involved in commercial and industrial facilities including: tools and test instruments, drawings and specifications, conductors and cables, and the operation and installation of common electrical devices and components. Prerequisite: Basic Electricity. 30 hours/ 15 sessions

Tuition:  $325      Book:  $53     

Th 8-10pm     TI081A  9/1-12/22 

 

AC FUNDAMENTALS

30 hours/  15 sessions

Tuition:  $325      Book:  $182    

Th 8-10pm     TI055A  1/5/17-4/20/17

 

NEC CODEOLOGY

Study the National Electric Codes for industrial and residential applications. 30 hours / 15 sessions. Tuition $325

Book costs TBD

 

PNEUMATICS

Study of fundamental pneumatic principles, gas laws, calculations, A.S.A.I.S. symbols and terminology, the way air is compressed, the compressed air system, and controlling pneumatic power.  30 hours/ 15 sessions

Tuition:  $325     Book:  $32

T  8-10pm     TI062A  9/6-12/13

 

PRECISION MACHINING THEORY I

Covers safety and the use of measuring, layout, inspection, set-up tools, tool and utility grinders, cutoff and band saws, drilling machine, and basic lathe operations.  30 hours/ 15 sessions

Tuition:  $325     Books:  $161

W 6-8pm     TI031A  9/6-12/13

 

PRECISION MACHINING LAB I-IV

Learn to use measuring instruments, lathe, milling machine, grinders, and drill presses. Safe working practices enforced. For maximum training, enroll in the following courses: Lab II, Lab III, and Lab IV. Students are placed at their individual level and advance as their abilities permit. Bring safety glasses to first class. Students may sign up for 2 courses concurrently Monday and Thursday during a semester. Prerequisite: Each preceding level.

48 hours / 12 sessions

Tuition:  $385

Monday  6-10pm    Fall: 9/26/16-12/12/16 and Spring: 1/23/17-4/17/17

LAB I                        TI033A (Fall)                      TI033C (Spring)

LAB II                       TI034A (Fall)                      TI034C (Spring)

LAB III                      TI038A (Fall)                      TI038C (Spring)

LAB IV                     TI039A (Fall)                       TI039C (Spring)

 

Thursday  6-10pm    Fall: 9/29/16-1/19/17 and Spring: 1/26/17-4/20/17

LAB I                          TI033B (Fall)                     TI033D (Spring)

LAB II                         TI034B (Fall)                     TI034D (Spring)

LAB III                        TI038B (Fall)                     TI038D (Spring)

LAB IV                        TI039B (Fall)                     TI039D (Spring)

 

RESIDENTIAL PLUMBING I

Course combines classroom instruction with hands-on projects to introduce you to the plumbing craft. Topics include: use of common hand tools, common pipe fittings and materials, fixtures and faucets. Course content includes curriculum from The Residential Construction Academy Series.

30 hours/ 15 sessions

Tuition:  $385     Books:  $228

W  5-7pm     TI164A  8/19-12/2

 

RESIDENTIAL WIRING I

Students will learn electrical wiring of duplex receptacles, GFCI receptacles, single-pole switches, 3-way switches, 4-way switches, lighting fixtures, and split/switches receptacles. 30 hours/ 15 sessions

Tuition:  $365      Books:  $249

Th 6-8pm     TI181A   8/20-12/17     

 

PLC AUTOMATION
We offer courses in Allen Bradley PLC, Siemens, Wonderware, and much more.  Courses alternate between presented material and hands-on exercises using the equipment found in your factory.  There is no better way for maintenance and engineers to learn automation. 40 hours

M-F  8-4pm    
Dates scheduled by Industrial demand

 

FAST-TRACK WELDING- INDUSTRIAL

This 10-week course will train non-welders to weld and will train current welders with new and additional skills.  A certificate of completion will be given to each student and AWS welding certification tests (at an additional expense) are available. 90 hours/30 sessions

T, W, TH 6-9pm   
Tuition:  $1400

TI166C   5/31-8/11

 TI166A   9/6-11/17
Call for information; additional classes may be starting

 

WELDING LAB

Classes are offered throughout the year and individualized to specific welding techniques. Be prepared to weld on your first class. In order to become work-ready it is suggested that all five types of welding be taken: ARC I and II, Basic Oxyacetylene, MIG and TIG. Items required: Welding helmet with #10 lens, welding gloves and safety glasses, steel-toed leather boots suggested, long-sleeve work shirt and blue jeans or work pants no holes.

 

MON. WED. or FRIDAY WELDING

Students can select Shielded Metal Arc Welding I or II, Gas Metal Arc Welding I or II, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding I or II, or Oxy-Fuel Welding & Cutting. Related theory is also covered in each class. Be prepared to weld in the first class.

40 hours/ 10 sessions

Tuition:  $495

M/W  5-9pm    TI004C   9/14-10/14

M/W  5-9pm    TI004D   10/19-1/18

M       5-9pm    TI004A   9/14-11/16

W       5-9pm    TI004B   9/16-11/18

F        5-9pm    TI004BB 10/2-12/11

 

WELDING THEORY I

Instruction of welding theory includes use of equipment, safety practices, symbols, properties and weldability of materials. Also includes application, testing, defects, and other related areas.  45 hours/ 15 sessions

Tuition:  $385     Books:  $296

Th 6-9pm     TI005A  8/20-12/17

 

WELDING CERTIFICATION PREPARATION

Practice your welding skills in preparation for various certification tests. Register for the use of our welding stations and pay as you go. 

Cost: $25/hr
Call for dates

 

WELDING CERTIFICATIONS

WCSCC administers various American Welding Society (AWS) certification tests for individuals and employers. Steel $200; Stainless steel $275; Pipe $300; Procedural $375

 

FORKLIFT TRAINING & CERTIFICATION
Call for information.

$100   

 

FAST-TRACK CNC OPERATOR

Covers fundamentals and operation of mills and lathes, Haas automation, basic programming, off set programming, lubrication systems and operation, measurement and quality assurance, and more. 64 hours/8weeks

Tuition: $750   For dates and times, call 330-669-7070