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Pipe Welding (FF)

WELD 5050037
Section Code: 61FF
Pipe and pipeline welders work at construction sites, oil and gas fields, fabrication shops, water industries and nuclear power stations. Primary emphasis is on advancing skills in shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), also known as stick welding.Topics include use of 6010 and 7018 electrodes, full penetration welds in the vertical (2G), horizontal fixed (5G) and inclined (6G) positions, as well as prepping and fitting techniques. Testing will take place in the included (6G) position. Upon completion, students are eligible to attempt the QC7-93 qualification for pipe welding offered by the... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Apr 19, 2025 End Date: Jul 12, 2025
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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Gas Metal Arc Welding (FF)

WELD 5050036
Section Code: 61FF
Gas metal arc welding, also known as MIG welding or wire welding, is used extensively in the sheet metal and automotive industries and considered easy for beginners. Training includes classroom lecture, practice, and evaluation of final product. Topics include proper safety techniques, prepping material, regulating gas flow, and how to feed the wire. Instruction includes 1G position (on flat plate), 2G position (horizontal), 3G position (vertical up) and 4G position (overhead). Upon successful completion of this course, students are qualified under AWS D1.1 GMAW Plate Welder specifications in the 1g,... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Apr 21, 2025 End Date: Jul 16, 2025
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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Backflow Prevention Device Certification (WCG-SCHED) May 16-17 2025

WAST 3100002
Section Code: WG2B
Designed to help participants understand backflow and recognize cross-connections, this course places special emphasis on preparing individuals to test, inspect, and provide in-line maintenance of reduced pressure principle backflow prevention devices, double check valve assemblies, and pressure vacuum breakers. The course is for plumbing, mechanical, and fire suppression contractors, city building and plumbing officials, public utilities inspectors, water and wastewater personnel, health department officials, and engineers.* *Please note: This class satisfies the minimum 16-hour education requirement to “sit” for the state exam, to accompany the minimum 7 years of work experience... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 16, 2025 End Date: May 17, 2025
Community College: Paul D. Camp
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Electrical – Level 4 (FF)

ELEC 5020220
Section Code: 50FF
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Start Date: Jan 06, 2025 End Date: Feb 10, 2025
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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Power Equipment Electrical Systems (FF)

AUTO 5030009
Section Code: 50FF
Learn advanced techniques for repair of small engine and equipment electrical systems. Focus is on electricity and how it’s generated in the small engine and outdoor power equipment products in use today. Upon successful completion of this course, students are eligible to sit for the Certified Technician-Electrical credential exam offered by the Equipment & Engine Training Council (EETC). Note: This is one of five courses in the small engine repair program. Courses can be taken in any order. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 07, 2025 End Date: Jan 23, 2025
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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Basic Welder (FF)

WELD 5050033
Section Code: 60FF
Enhance employment opportunities by learning basic welding skills! The program emphasizes safety procedures while studying the operation of AC and DC power sources, weld heat, polarities, and electrodes for use in joining various alloys by the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process. Students will weld different types of joints in the following positions: flat plate (1G), horizontal (2g), vertical up (3G), and overhead (4g) positions. Upon completion, students are eligible to qualify for the D1.1 SMAW plate welder credential offered by the American Welding Society (AWS). Program is designed for... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 07, 2025 End Date: Apr 01, 2025
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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Introduction to Construction (FF)

BLDG 5020199
Section Code: 50FF
Begin your career in the skilled trades with a strong foundation! Previously known as “core craft skills,” this entry-level course is the recommended first course for all trades students and a prerequisite to most specialty courses. Topics include basic safety, construction math, introduction to hand and power tools, construction drawings, basic rigging, communication skills, employability skills and material handling. Upon successful completion of this course, students are eligible to sit for the Introduction to Construction credential exam offered by the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER). Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 10, 2025 End Date: Jan 19, 2025
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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Basic Welder (FF)

WELD 5050033
Section Code: 63FF
Enhance employment opportunities by learning basic welding skills! The program emphasizes safety procedures while studying the operation of AC and DC power sources, weld heat, polarities, and electrodes for use in joining various alloys by the shielded metal arc welding (SMAW) process. Students will weld different types of joints in the following positions: flat plate (1G), horizontal (2g), vertical up (3G), and overhead (4g) positions. Upon completion, students are eligible to qualify for the D1.1 SMAW plate welder credential offered by the American Welding Society (AWS). Program is designed for... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 11, 2025 End Date: Apr 05, 2025
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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Pipe Welding (FF)

WELD 5050037
Section Code: 60FF
Pipe and pipeline welders work at construction sites, oil and gas fields, fabrication shops, water industries and nuclear power stations. Primary emphasis is on advancing skills in shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), also known as stick welding.Topics include use of 6010 and 7018 electrodes, full penetration welds in the vertical (2G), horizontal fixed (5G) and inclined (6G) positions, as well as prepping and fitting techniques. Testing will take place in the included (6G) position. Upon completion, students are eligible to attempt the QC7-93 qualification for pipe welding offered by the... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 11, 2025 End Date: Apr 05, 2025
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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Fiber Optics Installer (FF)

COMM 3060012
Section Code: 13FF
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Start Date: Jan 30, 2025 End Date: Mar 25, 2025
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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Heavy Equipment Operator Level 1 (FF)

HVEQ 5020195
Section Code: 50FF
The Heavy Equipment Operator (HEO) program meets the growing demands for equipment operators. Topics include identification of heavy equipment, safe operations, basic operations, earth moving and grading, and counter-balance forklifts. Learn proper skills with simulators and equipment in the field. Upon successful completion of this course, students are eligible to sit for the Heavy Equipment Operator – Level 1 credential exam offered by the National Center for Construction Education & Research (NCCER). Prerequisite: Successful completion of Introduction to Construction. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Feb 03, 2025 End Date: Mar 26, 2025
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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Compact Diesel Engine Repair (FF)

AUTO 5030023
Section Code: 50FF
This entry-level course provides the student with diesel engine service requirements and repair techniques. Topics include the theory of diesel engines, diesel engine construction, and differences between a diesel and a gasoline engine. Upon successful completion of this course, students are eligible to sit for the Compact Diesel Engine Certified Technician credential exam offered by the Equipment & Engine Training Council (EETC). Note: This is one of five courses in the small engine repair program. Courses can be taken in any order. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Feb 06, 2025 End Date: Mar 18, 2025
Community College: Piedmont Virginia
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Outside Machinist (WCG SCHED) Mar 17-28 2025 (T Willis)

MANF 3600002
Section Code: WG3B
Outside Machinist Level 1 – this is 2 weeks (80 hours) long designed to prepare candidates to enter the outside machinist department at NNS. The course will cover safety, an introduction to a variety of tools and machinist skills, a validation of basic machinist competencies, and an evaluation of employability skills. This program is designed to be 90% hands-on, focusing on a candidate’s ability to follow verbal and written instruction, display manual dexterity consistent with the craft, accomplish specific tasks in a reasonable time, and perform all activities in a... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Mar 17, 2025 End Date: Mar 28, 2025
Community College: Paul D. Camp
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Marine Welder Level 1 (WCG) DAY Mar 17 – April 4 2025

WELD 3930001
Section Code: WG3B
The course is 3 weeks (120 hours) long, designed to prepare candidates to enter a career in Marine Welding at various shipyards in the region. The course will cover the basics of stick welding with the AWS certification test included on the last day of class. The course provides the skills necessary for entry-level employment in the ship repair industry. Students for this class will be screened and selected by the Virginia Ship Repair Association (VSRP). For selection requirements, please see shiprepairtraining.com. In a partnership with the Virginia Ship Repair Association,... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Mar 17, 2025 End Date: Apr 04, 2025
Community College: Paul D. Camp
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Fast Track Welding (WCG-SCHED) Evening Jan 21-Mar 3 2025

WELD 4020002
Section Code: WG1B
The Fast Track Welding Program is a rigorous 3 week class, 20% instructional and 80% hands on training in welding that prepares students for the American Welding Society (AWS) Certification process. The program is designed to meet the workforce needs of regional and area employers. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jan 21, 2025 End Date: Mar 03, 2025
Community College: Paul D. Camp
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Outside Machinist (WCG SCHED) Feb 17-Feb 28 2025 (Wilkerson)

MANF 3600002
Section Code: WG2B
Outside Machinist Level 1 – this is 2 weeks (80 hours) long designed to prepare candidates to enter the outside machinist department at NNS. The course will cover safety, an introduction to a variety of tools and machinist skills, a validation of basic machinist competencies, and an evaluation of employability skills. This program is designed to be 90% hands-on, focusing on a candidate’s ability to follow verbal and written instruction, display manual dexterity consistent with the craft, accomplish specific tasks in a reasonable time, and perform all activities in a... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Feb 17, 2025 End Date: Feb 28, 2025
Community College: Paul D. Camp
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Marine Welder Level 1 (WCG) DAY Feb 17-Mar 7 2025

WELD 3930001
Section Code: WG2B
The course is 3 weeks (120 hours) long, designed to prepare candidates to enter a career in Marine Welding at various shipyards in the region. The course will cover the basics of stick welding with the AWS certification test included on the last day of class. The course provides the skills necessary for entry-level employment in the ship repair industry. Students for this class will be screened and selected by the Virginia Ship Repair Association (VSRP). For selection requirements, please see shiprepairtraining.com. In a partnership with the Virginia Ship Repair Association,... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Feb 17, 2025 End Date: Mar 07, 2025
Community College: Paul D. Camp
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Certified Logistics Technician CLT Bundle (WCG) HYBRID FEB 24-MAR 14 2025 (TEST 3-17-25)

MANF 3300004
Section Code: WG1A
CLT Course (Mid-level Technical) This Course provides students with the mid-level technical knowledge needed to understand the world of supply chain logistics and related core competencies. Learning materials include PDF textbook and e-learning modules. This Course includes: product receiving, product storage, order processing, packaging and shipment, inventory control, safe handling of hazardous materials, evaluation of transportation modes, customs, and dispatch and tracking operations. PRE-REQUISITE: Certified Logistics Associate (CLA) NOTE: MSSC strongly recommends that individuals be at an 8th-grade math and 10th-grade reading level before taking our Courses. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Feb 24, 2025 End Date: Mar 17, 2025
Community College: Paul D. Camp
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NCCER IM E&I Level 4 (WCG SCHED) April 21-June 30 2025

ELEC 3400008
Section Code: WG1A
NCCER ( National Center for Construction Education and Research) Industrial Maintenance, Electrical and Instrumentation Level 4. Key content includes Standby and Emergency Systems, Instrument Calibration and Configuration, Basic Process, Control Elements, Transducers, and Transmitters, Control Valves, Actuators, and Positioners, Performing Loop Checks, Troubleshooting and Commissioning a Loop, Process Control Loops and Tuning, Data Networks, PLCs and Distributed Control Systems. NOTE: Must be 18 years old. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Apr 21, 2025 End Date: Jun 30, 2025
Community College: Paul D. Camp
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Core-Introductory Craft Skills (WCG-HCM)

BLDG 3850015
Section Code: CC03
NCCER Core is designed as a rigorous, competency-based, industry-recognized program for career and technical education. The knowledge and skills established in Core are the foundation that successful construction careers are built on. Successful completion of the Core curriculum is a prerequisite for any Level One craft certificate from NCCER. Core certification lays the groundwork for students to pursue an advanced training program in a specialty area like carpentry, heavy equipment operations, HVAC, plumbing, or power line worker. Its modules cover topics such as: Basic Safety Introduction to Construction Math Hand Tools... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 01, 2025 End Date: Jul 31, 2025
Community College: Patrick & Henry
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CompTIA® Network+

ITEC 2040005
Section Code: 34E
This is a FastForward Program: FastForward programs are short-term training courses for industry credentials in high-demand jobs. Eligible Virginia residents may pay only one-third (1/3) of the full tuition cost. To qualify, you must meet the Virginia domicile requirements. Virginia domicile means you have lived in Virginia and intended to stay here indefinitely for at least one year before the date of application. A domicile determination form will be part of your registration process. Additional financial assistance is available to offset some or all of the FastForward tuition costs. Complete... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Apr 01, 2025 End Date: Apr 04, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
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Certified Apartment Leasing Professional (CALP)

BUSC 1150001
Section Code: 32E
This is a FastForward Program: FastForward programs are short-term training courses for industry credentials in high-demand jobs. Eligible Virginia residents may pay only one-third (1/3) of the full tuition cost. To qualify, you must meet the Virginia domicile requirements. Virginia domicile means you have lived in Virginia and intended to stay here indefinitely for at least one year before the date of application. A domicile determination form will be part of your registration process. Additional financial assistance is available to offset some or all of the FastForward tuition costs.... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Apr 05, 2025 End Date: May 31, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
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CompTIA® Linux+

ITEC 2040060
Section Code: 31E
FastForward Program: FastForward programs are short-term training courses for industry credentials in high-demand jobs. Eligible Virginia residents may pay only one-third (1/3) of the full tuition cost. Financial assistance is available to offset some or all of the FastForward tuition costs. To qualify, you must meet the Virginia domicile requirements. Virginia domicile means you have lived in Virginia and intended to stay here indefinitely for at least one year before the date of application. A domicile determination form will be part of your registration process. Complete this short survey to... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Apr 08, 2025 End Date: May 08, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
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CompTIA® Network+

ITEC 2040005
Section Code: 32N
This is a FastForward Program: FastForward programs are short-term training courses for industry credentials in high-demand jobs. Eligible Virginia residents may pay only one-third (1/3) of the full tuition cost. To qualify, you must meet the Virginia domicile requirements. Virginia domicile means you have lived in Virginia and intended to stay here indefinitely for at least one year before the date of application. A domicile determination form will be part of your registration process. Additional financial assistance is available to offset some or all of the FastForward tuition costs. Complete... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Mar 15, 2025 End Date: Apr 26, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
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Certified Apartment Leasing Professional (CALP)

BUSC 1150001
Section Code: 31E
This is a FastForward Program: FastForward programs are short-term training courses for industry credentials in high-demand jobs. Eligible Virginia residents may pay only one-third (1/3) of the full tuition cost. To qualify, you must meet the Virginia domicile requirements. Virginia domicile means you have lived in Virginia and intended to stay here indefinitely for at least one year before the date of application. A domicile determination form will be part of your registration process. Additional financial assistance is available to offset some or all of the FastForward tuition costs.... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Feb 12, 2025 End Date: Apr 30, 2025
Community College: Northern Virginia
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