Continuing Education: Business and Industry Training

For more information contact:

Theresa Peaden
Director of Continuing Education
(252) 246-1258
tpeaden@wilsoncc.edu

Wilson County Companies Need You!

Free Tuition and Fees to Qualifying Applicants

To determine eligibility contact:

Judy Clayton
Executive Director Volunteer Action Center of Wilson County
(252) 237-7411

or

Margie Norfleet, JobsNOW Coordinator
Wilson Community College
(252) 246-1210
mnorfleet@wilsoncc.edu

Available times for Business and Industry Skills Certificate classes.

Requirements:
  • Tuition and Fees: $190.00
  • Workbook & Supplies: $20.00 appr.
  • Must be 18 years of age or older.
  • Copy of High School Diploma, GED, or College Transcript must be included when submitting an application. Wilson Community College recognizes diplomas from regionally accredited schools, such as Distance Education and Training (DETC) and/or the Southern Assocation of Colleges and Schools (SACS).
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:

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.

For more information contact:

More than just training. It’s motivating!

Examples of Customized Training Classes:

Industrial Maintenance

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The Industrial Maintenance Mechanic Training Program meets the needs of local employers for skilled maintenance mechanics.  These classes are also available to anyone who needs to improve their maintenance skills.
Call (252) 246-1261 for more information.

 

Arc and Gas Welding

Introduces basic welding processes. Emphasis is placed on beads applied using heat from gases, mild steel filler rods, and electric arc welding electrodes. (2.4 CEU)

Fridays  •  9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.  •  January 15 - January 29
Room M-100  •  $80 Fee  •  Instructor: Robert Long  •  Course Code: 11317

Fridays  •  9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.  •  February 12 - February 26
Room M-100  •  $80 Fee  •  Instructor: Robert Long  •  Course Code: 11335

Fridays  •  9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.  •  March 12 - March 26
Room M-100  •  $80 Fee  •  Instructor: Robert Long  •  Course Code: 11336

Fridays  •  9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.  •  April 16 - April 30
Room M-100  •  $80 Fee  •  Instructor: Robert Long  •  Course Code: 11337

Fridays  •  9:30 a.m. - 6:00 p.m.  •  May 7 - May 21
Room M-100  •  $80 Fee  •  Instructor: Robert Long  •  Course Code: 11338

Backflow Prevention Assembly Tester

A working knowledge of the causes and principles of backflow and backflow prevention will be demonstrated. Upon successful completion, students will understand and demonstrate accepted field-test procedures for the pressure vacuum breaker assembly, double check valve assembly, and the reduced pressure principle backflow prevention assembly. This is a 40-hour course for certification. Those needing recertification only will attend the first 20-hours of instruction. (4.0 CEU)

Tuesdays and Thursdays  •  6:00 - 10:00 p.m.  •  March 16 - April 15
Room K-102  •  $135 Fee  •  Instructor: Martin Ball  •  Course Code: 11339

Introduction to MIG Welding

Introduction to the practical operation in the use of gas metal arc welding (MIG - microwire - short arc) process. Covers power sources, operation, shielding gases and safe practices. Textbook required (approximately $100). (6.0 CEU)

Mondays  •  6:00 - 10:00 p.m.  •  January 25 - May 10
Room M-100  •  $190 Fee  •  Instructor: J. W. Flake  •  Course Code: 11404

Programmable Controller Basics

Provides instruction in automatic control systems, control devices, concepts of programming, communications, locating program information, PC hardware and ladder logic, specialized computers, numbers systems, and tape/disc operations. (6.3 CEU)

Wednesdays  •  6:00 - 9:30 p.m.  •  January 6 - May 5
Room J-203a  •  $190 Fee  •  Instructor: Jim McDonald  •  Course Code: 11396

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Industry Training

Basics of Tire Manufacturing

This 32-hour course is designed to provide basic preparation for entry-level jobs in the tire manufacturing industry.  Textbook and materials approximately $60.  Admission is by application only.  Applicant must be 18 years of age, and submit a copy of their high school diploma/GED or transcript attached to their application. (3.2 CEU)
Pre-registration required five days prior to the first class session.
Applications available at Wilson Community College, Room B-105.

Room E-102  •  $135 Fee                  

Dates Time Days Instructor Course Code
1/05 - 1/28 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. T/TH Tucker 11375
2/01 - 2/24 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.  M/W Finn 11278
3/02 - 3/25 6:00 p.m. - 10:00 p.m. T/TH Tucker 11379
4/05 - 4/28 1:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.  M/W Finn 11381

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.

Introduction to Pharmaceutical Manufacturing

Wilson Community College, working with Sandoz, Purdue and Merck, has developed a course designed 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 104-hour course will be granted job interviews with local pharmaceutical manufacturing companies for applicable openings. REQUIREMENTS: Early registration required and is by application (available online or in Building B, Room 105). Completed and signed application and agreement form; attached documentation of high school diploma, GED, or higher degree and documentation of appropriate reading and math college placement test scores. Textbook required, approx. $90. (10.4 CEU)

Mondays and Wednesdays  •  6:00 - 10:00 p.m.  •  January 20 - April 19
Room G-236  •  $190 Fee  •  Instructor: Angela Johnson  •  Course Code: 11407

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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Safety and Certification

Electrician Courses

Each of the following courses offer continuing education credits for electricians.

Grounding and Bonding

Review definitions and purpose of grounding and bonding of electrical systems and equipment; types and installation of grounding electrode systems; sizing of grounding electrode conductor. (.4 CEU)

Thursday  •  6:00 - 10:00 p.m.  •  January 28
Room J-208  •  $65 Fee  •  Instructor: Braxton Tanner  •  Course Code: 11911

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. (.8 CEU)

Thursday  •  6:00 - 10:00 p.m.  •  February 18 and 25
Room J-208  •  $65 Fee  •  Instructor: Braxton Tanner  •  Course Code: 11912

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. (.4 CEU)

Thursday  •  6:00 - 10:00 p.m.  •  March 25
Room J-208  •  $65 Fee  •  Instructor: Braxton Tanner  •  Course Code:  11913

Wiring Materials and Methods

Review of basic wiring materials (raceway and conductor systems); distribution equipment and systems; calculations and sizing of conductors and raceway systems; definitions and calculations for sizing of short circuit and overcurrent devices. (.4 CEU)

Thursday  •  6:00 - 10:00 p.m.  •  April 29
Room J-208  •  $65 Fee  •  Instructor: Braxton Tanner  •  Course Code: 11915

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Forklift Operation Training

Teaches the student to safely and efficiently operate an industrial forklift. Course topics include effective operation of an industrial fork truck, understanding safety operation procedures and understanding 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. Registration required at least one week prior to scheduled class. Call (252) 246-1287 to reserve a space. (.6 CEU)

Thursday  •  8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.  •  January 21
Room J-208  •  $65 Fee  •  Instructor: Robert Fulcher  •  Course Code: 11344

Thursday  •  8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.  •  February 18
Room J-208  •  $65 Fee  •  Instructor: Robert Fulcher  •  Course Code: 11397

Thursday  •  8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.  •  March 18
Room J-208  •  $65 Fee  •  Instructor: Robert Fulcher  •  Course Code: 11398

Thursday  •  8:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.  •  April 15
Room J-208  •  $65 Fee  •  Instructor: Robert Fulcher  •  Course Code: 11403

North Carolina Safety Inspection

Prepares auto technicians and service personnel as safety inspectors for motor vehicles. Space limited to 15 students. Registration required at least one week prior to scheduled class. Call (252) 246-1287 to reserve a space. (.8 CEU) 

Monday and Wednesday  •  6:00 - 10:00 p.m.  •  February 22 and 24
Room J-104f  •  $65 Fee  •  Instructor: Ben Massey  •  Course Code: 11342

Monday and Wednesday  •  6:00 - 10:00 p.m.  •  April 26 and 28
Room J-104f  •  $65 Fee  •  Instructor: Ben Massey  •  Course Code: 11343

ODB Emission Inspection

Prepares auto technicians and service personnel as On Board Diagnostics (OBD) emission inspectors for motor vehicles. Space limited to 15 students. Textbook required. Purchase, read and bring to class.  Registration required at least one week prior to scheduled class. Call (252) 246-1287 to reserve a space. (.8 CEU)

Monday and Wednesday  •  6:00 - 10:00 p.m.  •  January 25 and 27
Room J-104f  •  $65 Fee  •  Instructor: Ben Massey  •  Course Code: 11340

Monday and Wednesday  •  6:00 - 10:00 p.m.             •  March 29 and 31
Room J-104f  •  $65 Fee  •  Instructor: Ben Massey  •  Course Code: 11341

ServSafe Food Service

This 16-hour course is designed to give food handlers the understanding of proper sanitation precautions and point out the results to be expected should these precautions not be taken.  Students will study infections and illnesses, proper food-handling techniques, personal hygiene, personal safety, and be made aware of the OSHA regulations.  The required text, Food Safety Management Principles and Exam, should be purchased from the College bookstore; begin reading prior to class.  There is a $40 fee for North Carolina certification testing materials which must be paid when registering for the course. Pre-registration required five days prior to the first class session.

Restaurants should take advantage of this opportunity to receive a bonus of two points on their sanitation inspection grades. Call (252) 246-1287 to reserve a space. (1.6 CEU)

Sunday  •  8:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.  •  March 21 and 28  •  WCC’s Police Academy
$65 Fee; $40 Test Fee  •  Instructor: Georgia Boulo  •  Course Code: 11477

 

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each month. The registration fee will be $150. For more information contact Rob
Holsten, (252) 246-1254, or rholsten@wilsoncc.edu.