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ARCHITECTURAL BLUEPRINT READING
Learn to read architectural blueprints including floor plans, elevations, sections, schedules, details and more. Includes what the blueprints are telling you and not telling you. You will identify rooms, doors, ceilings, materials used, heights, material thicknesses and volumes. Bring an architectural scale with minimum 1/8” and 1/4” scales and calculator.
Charles Corcoran, architect, Oak Group Inc.
Four class meetings CEU 1.0
$149 LEIGH HALL 409
13842 Thu 6-8:30 p.m. Sept. 11-Oct. 2

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INTRODUCTION TO PROGRAMMABLE LOGIC CONTROLS (PLC)
This evening course covers the development and use of PLC's. You will review basic relay logic controls and cover safety requirements for electrical installations. Includes hands-on training with the use of the Allen Bradley MicroLogix 1000 family of PLCs.
No discounts apply.
Mike Oaks, electrical safety inspector
Seven class meetings CEU 2.1
$269 POLSKY M150
13886 Tue 6-9 p.m. Sept. 9-Oct. 21

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PLC BOOTCAMP
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC) control nearly all of the machinery in any industry today. This three-day boot camp is designed to provide PLC knowledge and skill for maintenance people of all backgrounds and crafts to better understand and repair the newest equipment in their factories. The troubleshooting skills required for these controllers are different than the skills required for general electrical work. Skilled trades persons must be able to “swing a mouse”, know the terminology of the technology, and understand the troubleshooting methods to effectively repair the controllers and associated machinery. Our training focuses on these areas from a daily maintenance viewpoint: wiring, monitoring of I/O, troubleshooting techniques, software instructions, Go Online - and is designed for adult learners with little to no experience with PLC’s. No discounts apply. Lunch and materials included.
Dan Maple, TechKnowLogix
Three class meetings CEU 2.4
$849 POLSKY 313
13841 Tue-Thu 8 a.m.-5 p.m. Oct. 14-16

For more information: PLC Bootcamp

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TROUBLESHOOTING MACHINE CONTROLS I
This is a noncredit course specifically designed for current maintenance employees to update and refresh their skills. Previous knowledge of electrical systems or Basic Electricity for Maintenance is required. The participant will learn how to troubleshoot and properly wire motor control circuits, pilot devices, limit switches, and other industrial devices. Text required. No class Nov. 26.
Bill DeCoste
$499 STARK STATE COLLEGE OF TECHNOLOGY
1196 Mon/Wed 1-4 p.m. Nov. 3-Dec. 8   
Call Stark State College of Technology to register, 330-966-5455.

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BLUEPRINT READING FOR THE MACHINE TRADES
This course includes types of prints, object representation, shop math,
threads and fasteners, detail and assembly prints, measuring tools, fundamentals of GD&T, and reading CNC documents. Text required.
Dave Creighton
$499 STARK STATE COLLEGE
1200 Mon/Wed 6-9 p.m. Sept. 15-Oct. 20
Call Stark State College of Technology to register, 330-966-5455.  

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CNC OPERATIONS
Learn to operate CNC mills and lathes. Topics covered: machine tool construction, types of tooling, cutting speeds and feeds, control operation,
safety, running parts and program interruption. Prerequisite: Blueprint Reading for the Machine Trades. No class Nov. 26.
Dave Creighton
$549 STARK STATE COLLEGE
1201 Mon/Wed 5:30-9:30 p.m.
Oct. 29-Dec. 10
Call Stark State College of Technology to register, 330-966-5455.

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HYDRAULIC TROUBLESHOOTING
This is a noncredit course specifically designed for maintenance personnel. The participant will learn basic safety, symbols, fluids, accumulators, ON-OFF control valves, cylinders, and motors using hands-on troubleshooting techniques. Text required. No class Oct. 13.
Jim Hardin
$499 STARK STATE COLLEGE
1202 Mon/Wed 6-9 p.m. Sept. 29-Nov. 5     
Call Stark State College of Technology to register, 330-966-5455.  

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HIGH-PRESSURE BOILER OPERATIONS I
This program includes basic information and 1000 of the state-required hours needed to take a high-pressure (15 p.s.i.or more) boiler: operator's test
• boiler feed pumps and fuel feeders
• feedwater heaters and feedwater treatment
• fuel combustion
• sample tests to prepare for state exam
Text required. No class Oct. 13 & Nov. 26.
Jack Campbell
$649 STARK STATE COLLEGE
1206 Mon/Wed 5:30-9:30 p.m. Oct. 1-Dec. 10
Call Stark State College of Technology to register, 330-966-5455.

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WELDING TECHNOLOGY
This full time training program includes hands-on training in a variety of welding techniques such as Arc, Oxyacetylene, Mig and Tig Welding. Fundamental joint welding in all positions, manual machine and carbon arc cutting. Students will learn the following topics: Welding Safety, Flame Cutting, Blueprint Reading, Metallurgy, Plasma, Aluminum, Stainless Steel, Structural Shapes, Flat, Horizontal and Vertical Welding, Braze and Solder, and Measurements. The cost of the American Welding Society (AWS), D1.1 certification exam is included in the program.
$9850 PORTAGE LAKES CAREER CENTER
Start: 9/3/08, 600 hours, 36 weeks
Start: 1/26/09, 600 hours, 36 weeks
Mon/Thu 6-10 p.m.
Call Portage Lakes Career Center to register, 330-896-8200.

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BEGINNING WELDING
Students will be introduced to a variety of welding techniques. The program will be customized to the student’s needs. Student will be able to focus on Beginning Arc, Oxyacetylene, Mig and Tig Welding. Learn about mild steel, stainless steel and aluminum welding, fundamental joints, manual machines and carbon arc cutting. American Welding Society (AWS) Certification is not included in this course.
$1150 PORTAGE LAKES CAREER CENTER
Start: 9/3/08, 72 hours, 9 weeks
Start: 1/26/09, 72 hours, 9 weeks
Mon/Wed 6-10 p.m.
Call Portage Lakes Career Center to register, 330-896-8200.

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INTERMEDIATE WELDING
Prepare for the American Welding Society (AWS) D1.1 certification exam. This course is designed to give you valuable theory and practical application related to TIG and MIG welding of steel and aluminum. In addition you will learn the principles and practices of the plasma arc cutting machine. Prerequisite: Beginning Welding or equivalent experience in the field of Welding. The cost of the American Welding Society (AWD), D1.1 certification exam is included in the program.
$1300 PORTAGE LAKES CAREER CENTER
Start: 9/3/08, 72 hours, 9 weeks
Start: 1/26/09, 72 hours, 9 weeks
Mon/Wed 6-10 p.m.
Call Portage Lakes Career Center to register, 330-896-8200.

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