Continuing Education: Basics of Tire Manufacturing
Basics of Tire Manufacturing is designed to provide basic preparation for entry-level jobs in the tire manufacturing industry. Students will gain competencies in safety, quality, measurement systems, teamwork and communication, as well as processes involved in manufacturing a tire.
For more information contact:
Theresa Peaden
Director of Continuing Education
(252) 246-1258
tpeaden@wilsoncc.edu
Claudine Brown
Sustainability/Business and Industry Coordinator
252-246-1261
cbrown@wilsoncc.edu
Wilson Community College Program Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Complete the Basics of Tire Manufacturing Application.
- Provide a copy of either your high school diploma, GED, or advanced degree (transcripts acceptable).
- Wilson Community College recognizes diplomas from regionally accredited schools, such as Distance Education and Training Council (DETC) and/or the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
- Return completed application with diploma or transcripts to:
Wilson Community College
ATTN: Lou Parker
P.O. Box 4305
Wilson, NC 27893
General Program Information
All applicants meeting the program requirements of Wilson Community College are eligible to take the Basics of Tire Manufacturing class. To successfully complete the four-week, 32-hour program, the student must attend 90% (28 hours) of all scheduled class sessions and maintain an 80% grade average, with a minimum score of 60% on each individual test. Students not meeting attendance and/or grade requirements will be dismissed from the program.
Prospective students should contact Jan Jones, Employment Security Commission, 252-234-1129, to determine if they meet Bridgestone/Firestone's minimum employment requirements, which include but may not be limited to the following:
- Successful completion of the Basics of Tire Manufacturing course.
- Minimum of two years work experience.
- Complete and pass a criminal background and reference check.
- Pass drug screening.
- No felony conviction(s).
Registration Process
- Please indicate your first and second choice of class offerings on the enclosed application. Every effort will be made to place you in your first choice; however, the classes fill quickly. We accept completed applications on a first come, first serve basis.
- You will be notified by mail of your acceptance into the class with instructions on the registration process.
Workbooks and rulers can be purchased at the College's bookstore in Building G or online.
Registration Fees and Materials
- Registration Fee: $137.00
- Textbook and steel ruler: $60.00 (approximately)
