Workforce Development

In this course, students examine the basic elements of menu planning. Topics include pricing, ordering, standardized recipes, sales history reporting and various types of menus. Other topics include marketing strategies, the life cycle of the menu, new trends in foodservice, and cost-controls. A hands-on approach to planning, creating, and maintaining effective menus.

Dance improves balance, burns calories, increases flexibility, gives the heart a great work out, and strengthens muscles. Also, dance has been associated with increased self- confidence and has provided cognitive benefits by remembering dance combinations and steps!

This course is designed to introduce elements of construction building trades. Safety, tools, carpentry, masonry, cabinetry, drywall, building codes and inspections, restoration, estimating, sustainability, supervisory functions, energy options and energy efficiency will be covered.

This course is designed to cover the principles of electrical wiring as it applies to commercial/ residential applications. Emphasis is on Ohm’s law, alternating and direct currents, series circuits, parallel circuits, and series parallel circuits, use of electrical tools and equipment, wiring materials and many other special subjects. Preventive maintenance and troubleshooting as well as National Electrical Code will be covered.

This course is designed to cover the principles of electrical wiring as it applies to commercial/ residential applications. Emphasis is on Ohm’s law, alternating and direct currents, series circuits, parallel circuits, and series parallel circuits, use of electrical tools and equipment, wiring materials and many other special subjects. Preventive maintenance and troubleshooting as well as National Electrical Code will be covered.

This course is designed to cover the principles of electrical wiring as it applies to commercial/ residential applications. Emphasis is on Ohm’s law, alternating and direct currents, series circuits, parallel circuits and series parallel circuits, use of electrical tools and equipment, wiring materials and many other special subjects. Preventive maintenance and troubleshooting as well as National Electrical Code will be covered.

This course is designed to cover the principles of electrical wiring as it applies to commercial/ residential applications. Emphasis is on Ohm’s law, alternating and direct currents, series circuits, parallel circuits and series parallel circuits, use of electrical tools and equipment, wiring materials and many other special subjects. Preventive maintenance and troubleshooting as well as National Electrical Code will be covered.

This course is designed to cover the principles of electrical wiring as it applies to commercial/ residential applications. Emphasis is on Ohm’s law, alternating and direct currents, series circuits, parallel circuits and series parallel circuits, use of electrical tools and equipment, wiring materials and many other special subjects. Preventive maintenance and troubleshooting as well as National Electrical Code will be covered.

This course is designed to cover the principles of electrical wiring as it applies to commercial/ residential applications. Emphasis is on Ohm’s law, alternating and direct currents, series circuits, parallel circuits and series parallel circuits, use of electrical tools and equipment, wiring materials and many other special subjects. Preventive maintenance and troubleshooting as well as National Electrical Code will be covered.

This course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of heavy equipment operator responsibilities, heavy equipment safety and career opportunities. Topics include orientation to the trade, safety, identification of heavy equipment, preventive maintenance, dump trucks, tractors, soils, grades, earth moving, scrapers, bulldozers, backhoes, front-end loaders, finish operator, telescoping excavators, motor graders, excavators, finishing and grading. Instruction will include driving skills tests.

This course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of heavy equipment operator responsibilities, heavy equipment safety and career opportunities. Topics include orientation to the trade, safety, identification of heavy equipment, preventive maintenance, dump trucks, tractors, soils, grades, earth moving, scrapers, bulldozers, backhoes, front-end loaders, finish operator, telescoping excavators, motor graders, excavators, finishing and grading. Instruction will include driving skills tests.

This course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of heavy equipment operator responsibilities, heavy equipment safety and career opportunities. Topics include orientation to the trade, safety, identification of heavy equipment, preventive maintenance, dump trucks, tractors, soils, grades, earth moving, scrapers, bulldozers, backhoes, front-end loaders, finish operator, telescoping excavators, motor graders, excavators, finishing and grading. Instruction will include driving skills tests.

This course is designed to provide a comprehensive overview of heavy equipment operator responsibilities, heavy equipment safety and career opportunities. Topics include orientation to the trade, safety, identification of heavy equipment, preventive maintenance, dump trucks, tractors, soils, grades, earth moving, scrapers, bulldozers, backhoes, front-end loaders, finish operator, telescoping excavators, motor graders, excavators, finishing and grading. Instruction will include driving skills tests.

This course is broken down into topics including HVAC operations, maintenance, and troubleshooting of residential and light commercial heating/cooling systems. You’ll also use diagnostic tools and procedures to identify problems and establish operating efficiency in accordance with manufacturer guidelines and standards. By the end of the course, you’ll earn your National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) HVAC Technology Level 1 certificate.

In this 167.5 clock hour course, you’ll learn more about the concepts from Levels 1 and 2, as well as key content including: fasteners, hardware, and wiring terminations, control circuit and motor troubleshooting cooling, troubleshooting heat pumps, troubleshooting gas and oil heating, troubleshooting accessories, zoning, ductless, and variable refrigerant flow systems, commercial hydronic systems, steam systems, retail refrigeration system, and customer relations.

With air conditioning, heating, ventilation and refrigeration (HVACR) credential from NCCER, you will be able to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install HVACR systems. Training will be provided for both residential and some commercial applications. Course topics will include: Construction Safety Orientation Power/Hand Tools Construction Math Construction Drawings Instrumentation Basic soldering practices Residential comfort sizing Advanced Comfort Systems Basic Refrigeration and much more. Upon successful completion of NCCER-credentialed Core, HVACR1, HVACR2, graduates could qualify for positions as HVAC technicians, service technicians, installers and mechanics. This is a high demand employment opportunity and in less than 15 weeks, prepares you for a rewarding career.

With air conditioning, heating, ventilation and refrigeration (HVACR) credential from NCCER, you will be able to maintain, troubleshoot, repair, and install HVACR systems. Training will be provided for both residential and some commercial applications. Course topics will include: Construction Safety Orientation Power/Hand Tools Construction Math Construction Drawings Instrumentation Basic soldering practices Residential comfort sizing Advanced Comfort Systems Basic Refrigeration and much more. Upon successful completion of NCCER-credentialed Core, HVACR1, HVACR2, graduates could qualify for positions as HVAC technicians, service technicians, installers and mechanics. This is a high demand employment opportunity and in less than 15 weeks, prepares you for a rewarding career.

This course provides training on basic principles and practices of masonry. Topics include standard tools, materials, cost estimating, foundations, bonding variations, expansion joints, wall ties, building codes, and other related topics. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate knowledge of safety practices, blueprint reading, and basic tool use; identify materials, operate machinery and lay masonry units.

This 222.5 clock hour course is broken down into topics including: introduction to the plumbing profession, plumbing safety, tools of the plumbing trade, introduction to plumbing math, introduction to plumbing drawings, plastic pipe and fittings, copper pipe and fittings, cast-iron pipe and fittings, carbon steel pipe and fittings, introduction to plumbing fixtures, introduction to water distribution systems, and introduction to drain, waste, and vent (DWV) systems. All students will receive 72.5 clock hours of Core Curriculum. When you complete the program, you’ll receive National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certification for Plumbing Level 1.

This course is designed to cover the principles of Residential and some commercial applications. The course is broken down into topics including: introduction to the plumbing profession, plumbing safety, tools of the plumbing trade, introduction to plumbing math, introduction to plumbing drawings, plastic pipe and fittings, copper pipe and fittings, cast-iron pipe and fittings, carbon steel pipe and fittings, introduction to plumbing fixtures, introduction to water distribution systems, and introduction to drain, waste, and vent (DWV) systems. What materials are needed? Core Curriculum: Introductory Craft Skills, Fifth Edition, Revised 2015, ISBN 978-0-13-413098-9 Plumbing Level 1, Fourth Edition, Revised 2020, ISBN 978-0-13-663791-2 Plumbing Level 2, Fourth Edition, Revised 2013, ISBN 978-0-13-314850-3 Plumbing Level 3, Fourth Edition, Revised 2014, ISBN 978-0-13-340424-1 Check our campus bookstore for availability.

Are you looking to get started with a career in Construction and Worksite Safety or to enhance your knowledge in safety on the construction worksite. If your answer is yes to either of these career choices then look no further, this is the training to meet those goals. The program is 110 hours in length and has four independent credentials that industry is looking for; NCCER Field Safety, NCCER Safety Technology, OSHA 10 Hour Construction and OSHA 10 Hour General Industry. Topics covered: Confined Spaces and Excavations, Work-Zone Safety, Electrical Safety, Working from Elevations, Concrete and Masonry, Positive Safety Communications, Hazard Recognition, Environmental Awareness and Occupational Health, Job Safety Analysis, Site Specific Safety Plans, and Incident Investigations to mention a few.

This 362.5 clock hour course is broken down into topics including: general safety, common hazards, oxyfuel, plasma arc, air carbon arc, base metals, joint design, quality workmanship, codes, SMAW, and electrodes. When you complete the program, you’ll receive National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certification for Welding Level 1.

This 362.5 clock hour course is broken down into topics including: general safety, common hazards, oxyfuel, plasma arc, air carbon arc, base metals, joint design, quality workmanship, codes, SMAW, and electrodes. When you complete the program, you’ll receive National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certification for Welding Level 1.

This 362.5 clock hour course is broken down into topics including: general safety, common hazards, oxyfuel, plasma arc, air carbon arc, base metals, joint design, quality workmanship, codes, SMAW, and electrodes. When you complete the program, you’ll receive National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) certification for Welding Level 1.