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Whether you're just getting started, switching careers or sharpening your skills, there are over 900 training programs across all 50 states to help you grow your career in shipbuilding — many that take less than 6 months to complete.
This certificate further develops students completing Mechatronics I as well as advanced students already working in the industry in areas such as, but not limited to, robotics, PLC and applications, sensors and controllers, troubleshooting and process controls.This is a new interdisciplinary field involving control systems, electronic systems, computers, robotics and mechanical systems. Courses taken in this certificate can be applied toward the associate degree program. The Mechatronics Level 2 Certificate builds on the Level 1 Certificate. The program will provide students with knowledge in the industrial automated manufacturing technology area. The student will develop basic foundational skills and understanding in electronics, robotics, motors, motor drives and programmable logic controllers. In addition, basic troubleshooting strategies will be developed on an automated manufacturing line.
Job Corps’ Painting, Pre-Apprentice training program teaches students the skills like how to apply paint, stain and coatings to walls and ceilings, buildings, bridges or other items such as cars, jewelry and ceramics, use machinery to apply the paints or use scaffolding and raise ladders, fill holes and cracks with plaster and putty, and utilize simple math to calculate dimensions. This program specifically prepares students for a Registered Apprenticeship after graduation. Students who complete the Painting, Pre-Apprentice training program can earn industry-recognized credentials from organizations such as the National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) and certifications in construction safety from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA).
Utilizing the SMAW or GTAW process includes two designs: open root joint design andbacking ring joint design. Students must have a 3G AWS Welding certification in SMAWor GTAW process prior to enrolling in this class (a preparation class may be offered tostudents that need to meet this requirement) or field experience with the instructor’s approval.
Basic metal and plastic machine operators adjust machines to control speed, material feed, and path of the cut, and ensure the machines are set up and operating properly. Courses will cover machine blueprint reading, machine shop safety, theory and practice in lathe and milling machines, and use of standards, such as the Machinery’s Handbook.
This program is designed to build skills in advanced manufacturing. Students learn the operation and programming basics of CNC equipment commonly used in manufacturing operations, including operating manual mills and lathes and other related CNC operator processes.
The Occupational Safety and Health Certificate was developed as a pathway for students enrolled in the Occupational Safety and Health Apprenticeship Program or for students interested in broadening their professional skills and knowledge of the Occupational Safety and Health field. This certificate requires successful completion of a minimum of 43 credits as outlined.
This certificate focuses on critical problem-solving skills, theory and components to provide students with an understanding for controlling the flow of electrical currents for the purpose of information processing and system control. The certificate integrates components, devices and design, complexities and differing operations. Students will receive the foundation of knowledge and skills necessary to pursue a career in the industry.
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Job Corps’ Welding training program teaches students skills like joining metals using a variety of techniques and processes, understanding and following safety procedures including properly using safety equipment, and identifying and explaining the composition and classification of metals, and designing and building a fixture for assembling simple parts. These skills prepare students for a career working in a variety of jobs for manufacturing companies, construction companies, trade shops, shipbuilders or repair shops. Students should also consider pursuing Advanced Manufacturing Production Technician, Advanced Machinist and other Advanced Training programs at Job Corps as a part of their career pathway. Students who complete Welding training at Job Corps can earn nationally recognized credentials from the American Welding Society (AWS) and the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS).
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The Career Studies Certificate in Basic Welding prepares students with no prior welding experience for entry-level jobs in basic welding and fabricating.Program Outcomes: Graduates of this program will:Could earn AWS (American Welding Society) certifications.Demonstrate basic knowledge of welding terms and definitions.Demonstrate basic Metal Arc / MIG / TIG Welding skills.Demonstrate layout and blueprint reading skills.Industry Credentials: A student will have the opportunity to qualify and earn certifications in the following areas AWS - ARC 1g & 3g plate, AWS GMAW, AWS 3g & 4g plate.
Embarking on the enlightening journey of Electricity I, students lay the foundation for a career immersed in the intricacies of electrical systems. This course serves as a gateway to the installation, operation, maintenance, and repair of electrical systems spanning residential, commercial, and industrial domains. Engaging in hands-on activities within a lab setting, students delve into the practical aspects of their learning.Building upon this foundational knowledge, Electricity II propels students into a deeper realm of expertise. Here, the focus extends beyond practical applications to the theoretical underpinnings of electrical systems. Students delve into electrical theory and engage in solving mathematical problems related to electricity, enhancing their analytical skills.The course unfolds with an exploration of the National Electrical Code (NEC), providing students with a comprehensive understanding of industry standards. Practical skills are honed as students learn to select and install conductors, examine lighting, communication, and power systems, and navigate the intricacies of conduits and raceways. The curriculum extends further into panelboards, switchboards, grounding systems, and generators, offering a holistic view of the multifaceted world of electrical systems.






