This is a self-paced lab that allows students and employers the flexibility to work around existing schedules. Topics include electrical, industrial controls, drive systems, programmable logic controllers, operator interface systems, pneumatics, hydraulics, and mechanical drives. Students will have an assigned time slot for each session. For business and industry, customization can be implemented. (This is intended for people working in the field to advance skills while working.)

Area manufacturers are hiring CPTs from this class – course covers all aspects of training that employers want their incoming technicians to know including safety, quality practices and measurement, manufacturing processes and production and maintenance awareness. Graduates earn a national industry certification, “Certified Production Technician.” Registration is through Deb Lazenby at (704) 878-3235 or dlazenby@mitchellcc.edu – this is a scholarship provided class paid for through the Manufacturing Institute.

This course is designed to give the student an introduction to safety and environmental regulations. Course content includes an overview of safety, health, and environmental considerations including material/chemical handling, equipment, emergency procedures, EPA regulations, air permits, waste handling and reduction, and labeling.

This course introduces the basic principles of automated systems and describes the tasks that technicians perform on the job. Upon completion, students should be able to understand the basic concepts of automation and robotic systems.

Learn basic welding skills in this comprehensive introduction class. Topics include: using tools to shape and cut metals, interpreting blueprints, welding safety, and understanding welding tests and codes. Students will gain experience in stick, MIG, and TIG welding with heavy emphasis being given to practical applications and “hands-on” activities including plasma cutting.