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Industry & Trades

Southeast Community College offers a wide variety of classes which help participants stay current in their field as well as become more productive at work.  Classes in the following areas have already been scheduled this year. 

Most industry and trades classes can be customized for local companies.  We provide a free initial meeting with companies to discuss training needs.  Please contact Jerry Magorian to talk about your company’s training needs.

Automotive Machining

An advanced automotive engine course that encompasses the machining operations to perform a major overhaul and reconditioning of the cylinders, pistons and rings, rod re-conditioning, bearings and crankshaft.
At the bottom of the page, click Class Schedule for current class schedule.

Automotive Restoration & Collision Repair

This is a 15 hour open lab/shop course designed to teach the basics of dent repair, metal fabrication and the use of plastic fillers.
At the bottom of the page, click Class Schedule for current class schedule.
 

Boilers Operation and High Pressure Power Engineering

Also known as power plant or boiler operators and operating, steam and stationary engineers, the power engineer is a technically skilled professional who is responsible for the safe operation and maintenance of equipment such as pumps, gas compressors, generators, motors, boilers, steam turbines, air conditioning systems, heat exchangers, and refrigeration equipment. Power engineers find employment in power generation plants, industrial facilities and residential and commercial buildings, where they operate and maintain the equipment that provides heat, light, climate control, and power.
This 24-week course is comprised of instructor-led classroom sessions, computer lab sessions and Internet-based self-study activities which have been selected to prepare students for the national certification exams of the National Institute for the Uniform Licensing of Power Engineers (http://www.niulpe.org).
 

Building Performance Institute: Building Analyst Training

This four-day intensive BPI Building Analyst Training course includes instruction in the classroom and hands-on field training using diagnostic equipment in a home. The course fee includes both written and field exams that one must pass to become a BPI Building Analyst Professional. With the proper understanding and the proper equipment, a BPI Building Analyst is qualified to make recommendations to the homeowner on how to reduce energy consumption and improve home performance.
  1. Learn the fundamentals of the “house-as-a-system” evaluation and assessment
  2. Add home-energy assessments and retrofits to your resume
  3. Build a stronger, more credible name for yourself with a nationally recognized building science certification

Electrical

In addition to a thirty-hour National Electric Code test preparation class, the following eight three-day industrial automation workshops are offered

  • Advanced PLC’s
  • Industrial Measurements, Sensors & Controls
  • Basic Programmable Logic Controllers
  • Mechanical Systems
  • Electrical Fundamentals
  • Motor Controls & Relay Logic
  • Fundamentals of Pneumatics
  • Variable Frequency Drives
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    Fiber Optics

    These three fiber optics classes are recognized for BICSI continuing education credits: Certified Fiber Optics Technician, Fiber Optics Test & Maintenance Specialist, Fiber Optics Splicing Specialist.

    Forklift Operations

    This four-hour course for all operators includes safety inspections, design restrictions, lifting, moving and placing loads, driving speeds, directions and ramps. National Safety Council Certificate of completion will be given following examination at the end of the course.
    At the bottom of the page, click Class Schedule for current class schedule.
     

    Gas Metal Arc Welding

    An introduction and intermediate to advanced instruction to Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) theory, safety, applications, manipulative skills, welding principles and procedures.


    Lead Renovator

    This is an initial eight-hour lead renovator training for contractors and employees required by the United States Environmental Protection Agency to protect children during renovation, repair and painting activities that disturb lead-based paint.


    LEED AP Building Design Construction Exam Prep

    The LEED BD C exam prep course is designed for professionals working in industries related to green building, involved particularly in the construction process from start to finish. Architects, engineers, contractors, building tradesmen, designers, and commercial real estate developers are prime candidates for this course. Candidates for the LEED AP BD C course must have the LEED Green Associate Credential in order to attend this course.
    • LEED for New Construction: Design and construction activities for new buildings and major renovations of existing buildings
    • LEED for Core and Shell: Developer leads design and construction of the building's core and shell components
    • LEED for Schools: Design and construction activities for both new school buildings and major renovations of existing school buildings

    LEED® Green Associate Exam Prep 

    The Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design® Green Associate exam prep course is designed for those working in industries that support green building, including sales, policy, real estate, law, marketing, manufacturing, and more. It also serves as a starting point for architects, engineers and real estate developers who want to become LEED® Accredited Professionals. This credential denotes basic knowledge of green design, construction and operations.

    Machine Tool

    SCC offers both basic and advanced eight-week evening classes twice a year on the Milford Campus.

    Refrigeration and Air Conditioning

    SCC offers three levels of instruction in refrigeration and air conditioning. SCC is an exam site for EPA Section 608 Certification and is offered once a year in June.

    Small Engines

    This is a 15-hour open shop class designed for students to work on projects brought from home and approved by the instructor. A great parent/teen activity! Teens need to be at least 14 years of age and attend with an adult.
    At the bottom of the page, click Class Schedule for current class schedule.

    Welding 

    SCC offers both Basic and Fundamentals in Welding.

    Contact Information

    Amy Chesley
    Director
    Phone: 402-437-2709
    achesley@southeast.edu

    Jerry Magorian
    Director
    Phone: 402-437-2508
    jmagorian@southeast.edu

    Ron Snyder
    Director
    Phone: 402-437-2714
    rsnyder@southeast.edu

    Carol Gustafson
    Assistant Director
    Phone: 402-437-2507
    cgustafson@southeast.edu

    Michelle Tafoya
    Assistant Director
    Phone: 402-323-3437
    mtafoya@southeast.edu

    Marguerite Himmelberg
    Training Consultant
    Phone: 402-323-3388
    mhimmelberg@southeast.edu

    Diane Siefkes
    Training Consultant
    Phone: 402-323-3386
    dsiefkes@southeast.edu

    Anita Schinstock
    Training Coordinator
    Phone: 402-323-3387
    aschinstock@southeast.edu

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