Continuing Education: Business and Industry Training

For more information contact:

Margie Norfleet
CE Computer Training/Business & Industry Coordinator
(252) 246-1210
mnorfleet@wilsoncc.edu

Spring 2012 Schedule

Specialized Training

Specialized training may be designed for the specific needs of any business or industry. Our staff can arrange classes tailored to address the needs of all kinds of workers, whether it be technical, mechanical, or management skills. We can also assist with understanding and satisfying quality issues and OSHA requirements. Whatever your training need, ask our staff first.

More than just training. It’s motivating!

Examples of Customized Training Classes:

  • Process's Relation to WIP (measuring tools)
  • Advanced Product Quality Planning
  • Scheduling and Process Flow
  • Toyota Production Systems
  • Supply Chain Management
  • Creative Problem Solving
  • Manufacturing Systems
  • Internal Auditor Training
  • Value Stream Mapping
  • Business Processes
  • Rapid Setup (SMED)
  • Technical Writing
  • ISO Training
  • Team Work
  • Leadership
  • Six Sigma
  • Diversity
  • Lean

Business and Industry Skills

Explore the State of our Customized Training Program!

Recognized by The Wall Street Journal, The Chronicle of Higher Education and The Associated Press for its free, customized training programs, North Carolina has a proven track record as a great place to do business.  The North Carolina Community College System, established in 1958, began a visionary program that continues to be recognized as the nation’s most sophisticated job-training service.  In North Carolina, we like to call it our “competitive edge”.  The Customized Training Program enhances the growth potential of industries located in the state; provides customized training assistance in support of full-time production and direct customer service positions, and prepares the workforce with essential skills to be successful.  To determine if your company is eligible to receive training assistance, call (252) 246-1258.

What do all these companies want in a new employee?

They are all looking for skilled employees to manage their sophisticated processes, meet quality standards for products, and show unprecedented precision in performance and measurement.

Become a skilled employee!

Get the tools you'll need to succeed through Wilson Community College’s Business & Industry Skills Certificate Program! Designed to train a world-class workforce right here in Wilson County, this introductory course will provide students with basic technical knowledge in business and industry processes.

Students who successfully complete this course will be granted interviews with local companies for applicable job openings as they become available. Put yourself in the best position to get a good paying job by attending this class.

Topics include:

Manual Materials Handling

This two-hour class provides a hands-on opportunity to learn the principles of safe lifting and handling, muscle strength, physical work capacity, and rest allocation. Special emphasis is given to strategies to prevent back injuries. (.02 CEU)

Wednesday, April 25  •  1:00 - 3:00 p.m.  •  Room G-235  •  $65 Fee
Instructor: Mike Tinkham  •  Section Number: 16884  •  Last Day to Register: April 23

Hazardous Materials Transportation

This is a refresher course for those who have received the basic Hazardous Materials Transportation training previously, have familiarity with the DOT regulations and understand the HazMat Table in 49 CFR Parts 100-185. Anyone who prepares, loads, unloads, transports or otherwise handles hazardous materials shipments is required to train every 36 months. This includes those responsible for the safety of hazardous materials shipments and operators of vehicles used to transport hazardous materials. (0.8 CEU)

Wednesday, February 1  •  8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.  •  Room E-102  •  $65 Fee       
Instructor: Mike Tinkham  •  Section Number: 16880  •  Last Day to Register: January 30

Hazardous Materials Awareness

HazMat training at the awareness level is for first responders who either witness or discover a hazardous substance release. This course focuses on initiating an emergency response, identifying potential dangers, defining the NFPA marking system, identifying the nine (9) hazard classes, and assisting personnel in making a correct response to a HazMat event. (.08 CEU)

Monday, February 27  •  8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.  •  Room G-235  •  $65 Fee         
Instructor: Mike Tinkham  •  Section Number: 16883  •  Last Day to Register: February 23

Hazwoper 8-Hour Refresher

An annual refresher training course designed for general site workers who remove waste or are exposed, or potentially exposed, to hazardous substances or health hazards. Topics include HAZWOPER regulations, safety and health plans, toxicology and hazardous chemical, safety hazards, air monitoring, medical surveillance, site control, decontamination, personal protective equipment, and respiratory equipment. (.8 CEU)

Thursday, February 2  •  8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.  •  Room E-101  •  $65 Fee          
Instructor: Mike Tinkham  •  Section Number: 16882  •  Last Day to Register: January 31

Hazardous Materials Operations

Training at the operations level is for personnel who respond to releases or potential releases of hazardous materials for the purpose of protecting person, property or the environment. Topics include basic hazard and risk assessment, proper selection of PPE, basic containment and confinement operations, as well as decontamination. (2.4 CEU)

Tuesday - Thursday  •  February 28 - March 1  •  8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Room: G-235  •  $65 Fee  •  $15 Security Fee  •  $5 Technology Fee                  
Instructor: Mike Tinkham  •  Section Number: 16881  •  Last Day to Register: February 24

OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Training

Provides an orientation for entry-level workers in safety and health hazards that may be encountered in general industry work areas. Emphasis will be placed on identifying and avoiding hazards, as well as control and prevention. Topics include electrical, exit routes, emergency action plans and fire prevention, walking and working surfaces, flammable and combustible liquids, personal protective equipment, machine guarding, hazard communications, introduction to bloodborne pathogens, and safety programs. Upon successful completion, students will receive an OSHA 10-Hour General Industry Outreach course completion card. (1.0 CEU)

Tuesday, April 24  •  9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
and Wednesday, April 25  •  9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon  •  Room: G-235  •  $65 Fee
$5 Technology Fee  •  Instructor: Mike Tinkham  •  Section Number: 16917  •  Last Day to Register: April 20

OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Training

An in-depth program that emphasizes hazard recognition and OSHA safety standards necessary for a safe and healthy work environment. Topics include inspection procedures, recordkeeping, fire detection and prevention, welding, cutting and brazing, lockout/tagout, personal protective equipment, ergonomics, hand and portable tools, industrial hygiene and bloodborne pathogens, permit-required confined spaces, exit routes, emergency action plans, hazard communications, as well as the topics covered in the 10-hour course for general Industry.  Workers must receive additional training, when required by OSHA standards, on specific hazards of the job. Upon successful completion, students will receive an OSHA 30-Hour General Industry Outreach course completion card.   (3.0 CEU)

Monday - Thursday  •  April 16 - April 19  •  8:30 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.  •  Room G-235
$120 Fee  •  $5 Technology Fee  •  $15 Security Fee
Instructor: Mike Tinkham  •  Section Number: 16918  •  Last Day to Register: April 12

Electrician Courses

Each of the following courses offers continuing education credits for electricians. Book required: NEC Code Book (approx. $100). For more information, call (252) 246-1258.

ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR LICENSE RENEWAL

Provides electrical contractors with updated information on the latest changes in the National Electric Code, NC Electric Code, and local utility company requirements. The course reviews new materials and procedures, and related code requirements.

Saturday  •  8:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.  •  January 21  •  Last Day to Register: January 18
Room E-101  •  $65 Fee  •  Instructor:  Royce Jones  •  Section Number 16834  •  (.08 CEU)

Saturday  •  8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.  •  April 21  •  Last Day to Register: April 18
Room E-101  •  $65 Fee  •  Instructor: Royce Jones  •  Section Number: 16835  •  (.04 CEU)

GROUNDING AND BONDING

Reviews definitions and the purpose of grounding and bonding of electrical systems and equipment; types of installation of grounding electrode systems; and sizing of grounding electrode conductors. (0.4 CEU)

Saturday  •  8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.  •  February 18  •  Last Day to Register: February 15
Room E-101  •  $65 Fee  •  Instructor: Royce Jones  •  Section Number: 16836

 

MOTORS AND MOTOR CIRCUITS

Review of basic operating principles of electric AC motors; basic control systems; sizing of feeder conductors; overcurrent devices; and short circuit protective devices. (0.4 CEU)

Saturday  •  8:30 a.m. - 12:30 p.m.  •  March 17  •  Last Day to Register: March 14
Room E-101  •  $65 Fee  •  Instructor: Royce Jones  •  Section Number: 16837

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Workforce Development Training

Occupational skills training is available to anyone who needs to develop or upgrade occupational skills. The program assists local business and industry in obtaining a skilled workforce. Call (252) 246-1210 for more information.

North Carolina Safety Inspection  (8-Hours)

Prepares auto technicians and service personnel as safety inspectors for motor vehicles. Space limited to 14 students. (.8 CEU)

Monday and Tuesday  •  6:00 - 10:00 p.m.  •  February 27 and 28
Room J-104f  •  $65 Fee
Instructor: Richard Cregar  •  Section Number: 16934  •  Last Day to Register:  February 23

OBD Certification INITIAL  (8-Hours)

Prepares auto technicians and service personnel as On Board Diagnostics (OBD) emission inspectors for motor vehicles. Space limited to 14 students. Textbook
required; purchase, read and bring to class. (.8 CEU)

Monday and Tuesday  •  6:00 - 10:00 p.m.  •  January 30 and 31
Room J - 104f  •  $65 Fee
Instructor: Richard Cregar  •  Section Number: 16935  •  Last Day to Register: January 26

OBD RECERTIFICATION  (4-Hours)

This four hour course provides OBD recertification for auto technicians and service personnel as safety inspectors. Textbook required; purchase, read and bring to class. (.4 CEU)

Monday  •  6:00 - 10:00 p.m.  •  February 6
Room J - 104f  •  $65 Fee
Instructor: Richard Cregar  •  Section Number: 16937  •  Last Day to Register:  February 2

Industrial Welding

Teaches industrial welding skills necessary for employment. Includes preparing for a welding occupation, welding metal with oxyacetylene equipment, using tools to shape and cut metals, braze welding with oxyacetylene equipment, welding metals with shielded metal arc equipment and understanding weld tests and codes. Lecture, demonstration and practical applications are the instructional methods used. Textbook required. (4.8 CEU)

Mondays  •  6:00 - 10:00 p.m. •  January 23 - April 9
Room M-100  •  $120 Fee  •  $15 Security Fee  •  $5 Technology Fee 
Instructor: Robert Long  •  Section Number: 16746  •  Last Day to Register: January 19

Forklift Operation Training

Course topics include effective operation of a propane-powered industrial fork truck, safe operating procedures, and the understanding of plant regulations as they apply to fork truck operation. Student accident insurance ($2.00) can be purchased through the College at the time of registration. (0.6 CEU)

Wednesday  •  8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.  •  January 11  •  Room E-101
$65 Fee  •  Instructor: Robert Fulcher  •  Section Number: 16747
Last Day to Register: January 9

Thursday  •  8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.  •  February 16
Room E-101  •  $65 Fee  •  Instructor: Robert Fulcher  •  Section Number: 16749
Last Day to Register: February 14

Wednesday  •  8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.  •  March 21
Room E-101  •  $65 Fee  •  Instructor: Robert Fulcher  •  Section Number: 16750
Last Day to Register: March 19

Wednesday  •  8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.  •  April 25
Room E-101  •  $65 Fee  •  Instructor: Robert Fulcher
Section Number: 16751  •  Last Day to Register: April 23

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Industry Training

 

Basics of Tire Manufacturing

This 32-hour course provides basic preparation for entry-level jobs in the tire manufacturing industry. Textbook and materials approximately $45. Applicant must be 18 years of age, and must bring a copy of their high school diploma, GED, or transcript when registering for this class. Textbook required. (3.2 CEU)

Classes will be held in Building E, Room 102
$120 Registration Fee  •  $15 Security Fee  •  $5 Technology Fee

Dates Time Days Section Number Last Day to Register
1/03 - 1/26 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m. T/TH 16741 12/19/11
2/02 - 2/28 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon T/TH 16742 1/31/12
3/06 - 3/26 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. T/TH 16743 3/02/12
4/03 - 4/26 8:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon T/TH 16744 3/30/12

NOTE: All hiring, scheduling, and compensation for program completers is to be handled directly between the student and the employer. Students are urged to perform due diligence prior to enrolling in the program by requesting information from the company or the Employment Security Commission in order to determine employment eligibility.

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Industry / Workplace

“A New Era of Craft Professionals”

Earn your nationally recognized certification in Carpentry, Electrical or Plumbing.
To earn this National Center for Construction Education and Research Center certification, the student must take the Core Curriculum and either Carpentry, Electrical or Plumbing. These courses may be taken in one semester or within two consecutive semesters.

NCCER Core Curriculum - Introductory Craft Skills

This 66-hour course explains safety; introductions to construction math, hand and power tools, and blueprints; basic rigging, basic communication skills, and basic employability skills. Textbook required. (6.6 CEU)

Mondays and Wednesdays  •  9:00 a.m. - 12:00 noon  •  January 23 - April 9
Room E-102  •  $175 Fee  •  $15 Security Fee  •  $5 Technology Fee                 
Instructor: Royce Jones  •  Section Number: 16827  •  Last Day to Register: January 19

*NCCER Electrical Level I

Orientation to the electrical trade; safety, introduction to electrical circuits, electrical theory, introduction to the National Electrical Code®, device boxes, hand bending, raceways and fittings, conductors and cables, basic electrical construction drawings, residential electrical services, and electrical test equipment.  Textbook required. (10.8 CEU)

Tuesdays and Thursdays  •  6:00 - 10:00 p.m.  •  January 17 - April 17
Room A-109  •  $175 Fee  •  $15 Security Fee  •  $5 Technology Fee
Instructor: Royce Jones  •  Section Number: 16828
Last Day to Register: January 12

NCCER courses are recognized by Watson Electric as an integral component of the apprenticeship program.

Important NCCER Facts

Construction is the second largest employer in the country; second only to the Federal Government. It remains consistently strong which means good earnings. In 2006, production or non-supervisory workers in construction averaged $20.02 per hour, or about $781 per week. The number of wage and salary jobs in the construction industry is expected to grow 10 percent through the year 2016.

*NCCER Plumbing Level I

Introduction to the plumbing profession; safety, tools, plumbing math, drawings, pipe and fittings for plastic, copper, cast iron and carbon steel; corrugated stainless steel tubing, fixtures and faucets, introduction to DWV (drain, waste and vent systems), and introduction to water distribution systems. Textbook required. (11.2 CEU)

Mondays and Wednesdays  •  6:00 - 9:30 p.m.  •  January 11 - May 2
Room J-104d  •  $175 Fee  •  $15 Security Fee  •  $5 Technology Fee
Instructor: Royce Jones  •  Section Number: 16829  •  Last Day to Register: January 9

Introduction to Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Wilson Community College, working with area pharmaceutical industries, has developed this 100-hour course to provide basic preparation for entry level operator jobs in pharmaceutical manufacturing. Course competencies include safety, quality, solid dose tableting, coating, and packaging. Math, teamwork, time management and problem solving are incorporated where appropriate in the course.

Students who successfully complete this course will be granted job interviews with local pharmaceutical manufacturing companies for applicable openings.

Requirements: completed application including documentation of high school diploma, GED, or higher degree; signed agreement form, and documentation of appropriate reading and math college placement test scores. Textbook required.  (10.0 CEU)

Tuesdays and Thursdays  •  6:00 - 10:00 p.m.  •  January 10 - April 3
Room G-236  •  $175 Fee  •  $15 Security Fee  •  $5 Technology Fee
Instructor: Angie Johnson  •  Section Number: 16745  •  Last Day to Register: January 6

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Substitute Teacher Training

Effective Teacher Training

This 30-hour course provides training in effective teaching methods for prospective substitute teachers. Helps existing classroom teachers improve the learning environment for students. 100% attendance required. For further information, call Margie Norfleet at (252) 246-1210.  (3.0 CEU)

Mon., Tues., Wed., and Thurs. •  8:00 a.m. - 4:00 p.m.  •  April 30 - May 3
Room E - 102  •  $120 Fee  •  $15 Security Fee  •  $5 Technology Fee
Instructor: Patricia Ferrell  •  Section Number: 16889 •  Last Day to Register: April 26

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Sustainability / Energy

Coordinator: Claudine LaBrake (252) 246-1261

CFC Refrigerant Certification

EPA requires CFC certification for all HVAC/R service personnel who work with refrigerants. This class will supply the training and knowledge to assist in preparing for the state exam required to be CFC certified. (1.2 CEU)

Mondays  •  6:00 - 8:00 p.m.  •  February 6 - March 12
Room G - 240  •  $65 Fee  •  $5 Technology Fee  •  Instructor: Donald Evans
Section Number: 16849  •  Last Day to Register: February 2

Composting - Vermiculture

This workshop will help turn garbage into gold! Sustainability starts with the soil, and this workshop will give the basic knowledge to convert organic household waste into a nutrient-rich soil. Join us to discover how to make your own compost using simple techniques, including the use of earthworms. Use compost to enhance your gardens, improve your soil, and help grow better quality vegetables, flowers and plants. A list of supplies to begin your composting needs will be available upon registration. Class limited to 20 students.

Saturday  •  9:00 - 11:30 a.m.  •  March 3  •  Room E-102  •  $25 Fee
Instructor: Tim Norris  •  Section Number: 16642  •  Last Day to Register: March 1

Rainwater Harvesting

The collecting of rainwater has been used for thousands of years as a valuable way to build reserves of rainwater for dry seasons. This 2.5-hour workshop will give you the knowledge and tools needed to construct a rainwater barrel to provide an effective way to keep your plants, flowers and lawn nourished and beautiful during the hot and dry spells of summer. Class limited to 20 students.

Saturday  •  9:00 - 11:30 a.m.  •  May 5
Room E-101  •  $65 Fee  •  Instructor: Rain Water Solutions
Section Number: 16643  •  Last Day to Register: May 3


Wastewater Treatment Operator Grade I Certification

Examines the operations, maintenance, laboratory, rules, regulations, recordkeeping, etc., of Biological Wastewater Operations on the environment; troubleshooting, process control, NCDENR-DWQ rules and requirements for the wastewater field. Upon completion students should be able to demonstrate and understand basic Biological Wastewater Operations and will be prepared for entry level employment as a Biological Wastewater Operator. Students will be required to download materials for study. (3.5 CEU)

Wednesdays  •  9:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.  •  January 18 - February 15  •  Room E-101
$120 Fee  •  $15 Security Fee  •  $5 Technology Fee
Instructor: Mandy Hall  •  Section Number: 16652  •  Last Day to Register: January 13

 

Wastewater Treatment Plant Operator Continuing Education 2012

This six-hour course covers the current rules and regulations, and issues and topics occurring in wastewater treatment today. Instances of facility and operator non-compliance, reporting, sanitary sewer overflows, updates on rules and regulations, etc., will be covered. The importance of proper wastewater treatment and the impacts of such on human health and the environment will be emphasized. (.6 CEU)

Thursday  •  8:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.  •  May 10  •  Room E-101  •  $65 Fee
Instructor: Mandy Hall  •  Section Number: 16661  •  Last Day to Register: May 8

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