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FF – Electricity – AC, DC & Multimeters

ENGR 8000001
Section Code: E1
Decrease production downtime, improve efficiency, and increase output by understanding electricity and how to work with it safely. This course has been specifically developed to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to enable them to work safely and effectively with electricity. The lab components of the training offer the learner the opportunity to build, test, and troubleshoot AC/DC circuits and to examine the operating voltages and currents related to proper circuit operation. Learners will use various instruments to make circuit measurements and calculations. LEARN THE SKILLS (AC/DC): Explain... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 10, 2024 End Date: Aug 14, 2024
Community College: Virginia Western
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FF – Electricity – AC, DC & Multimeters

ENGR 8000001
Section Code: E2
Decrease production downtime, improve efficiency, and increase output by understanding electricity and how to work with it safely. This course has been specifically developed to provide learners with the knowledge and skills required to enable them to work safely and effectively with electricity. The lab components of the training offer the learner the opportunity to build, test, and troubleshoot AC/DC circuits and to examine the operating voltages and currents related to proper circuit operation. Learners will use various instruments to make circuit measurements and calculations. LEARN THE SKILLS (AC/DC): Explain... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jul 11, 2024 End Date: Aug 02, 2024
Community College: Virginia Western
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FF – Fundamentals of Fluid Power

MANF 8050003
Section Code: MPNE
Come to this class to learn how to do the real heavy lifting – using the principles of hydraulics and pneumatics! Power up a system that will take a human design and multiply the force to perform incredible feats. Fluid Power (Hydraulics and Pneumatics) are widely used methods of energy transmission used extensively on industrial, construction and agricultural machinery. Learn the building blocks of advanced systems: air compressors, power units, filters, pressure control valves, directional control valves, speed control valves, linear and rotary actuators, and more. It is recommended that students... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 03, 2024 End Date: Jun 07, 2024
Community College: Virginia Western
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FF – Precision Measuring

ENGR 8010001
Section Code: PM1
Precision measuring is the cornerstone of quality in products and services that many people and organizations rely on each day. Starrett, Snap-on, and MC2 combined their industrial experience and expertise to create certifications that include hands-on training on instruments that are vital to engineering, manufacturing, aerospace, power generation, and natural resources, to name a few. Those who earn these certifications will be proficient in the use of a variety of instruments ranging from tapes and rules to calipers and micrometers. LEARN THE SKILLS: Tape and Rule Measurement Side Caliper Measurement... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 04, 2024 End Date: Jun 20, 2024
Community College: Virginia Western
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FF – Fundamentals of Fluid Power

MANF 8050003
Section Code: MPN2
Come to this class to learn how to do the real heavy lifting – using the principles of hydraulics and pneumatics! Power up a system that will take a human design and multiply the force to perform incredible feats. Fluid Power (Hydraulics and Pneumatics) are widely used methods of energy transmission used extensively on industrial, construction and agricultural machinery. Learn the building blocks of advanced systems: air compressors, power units, filters, pressure control valves, directional control valves, speed control valves, linear and rotary actuators, and more. It is recommended that students... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Jun 10, 2024 End Date: Jun 25, 2024
Community College: Virginia Western
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FF – CompTIA A+ Certification: IT Support Technician ITAC

ITEC 4710001
Section Code: IT1
A+ is the entry point for a career in IT and is the preferred credential for technical support and IT operations positions. Learn to troubleshoot and resolve computer issues, as well as understand a wide variety of issues including hardware, software, networking, operating systems, mobile devices and security. This course will give you the foundations needed for the CompTIA A+ Certification. Tuition includes ebook, virtual lab access, and exam vouchers. Must have access to computer or computer lab to complete homework. CERTIFICATION: CompTIA A+ STUDENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR: Access... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 26, 2024 End Date: Oct 16, 2024
Community College: Virginia Western
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FF – Commercial Driver’s License Weekend TCLA

TRNS 9110002
Section Code: AS13
With a national driver shortage of over 200,000, trucking companies are looking for hard workers like you who have earned a commercial driver’s license (CDL). VWCC Workforce Solutions has partnered with CDS Tractor Trailer Training Company to bring professional truck driver training to southwest Virginia. Our hands-on approach will quickly get you from the classroom to on-the-road training to earn your CDL in as few as 20 days. You’ll also meet several trucking company recruiters, and most students have job offers upon completion! Class A CDL training prepares students to... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Apr 27, 2024 End Date: Jul 07, 2024
Community College: Virginia Western
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FCAW Flux Cored Arc Welding

WELD 3900003
Section Code: W11
Students will learn to perform ¼”, 3/8”, 5/8” and ½” fillet welds in horizontal (2F), vertical (3F), and overhead (4F) positions. In addition, students will learn safe practices, FCAW welding theory, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for FCAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 12, 2024 End Date: Sep 20, 2024
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

WELD 3900010
Section Code: P92
Students will learn to perform 1/4 and 3/8 fillet welds on carbon steel in the horizontal (2F), vertical (3F), and overhead (4F) positions. In addition students will learn safe practices, GTAW welding theory, weldability of materials such as stainless steel and aluminum, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for GTAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 26, 2024 End Date: Sep 27, 2024
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

WELD 3900010
Section Code: P94
Students will learn to perform 1/4 and 3/8 fillet welds on carbon steel in the horizontal (2F), vertical (3F), and overhead (4F) positions. In addition students will learn safe practices, GTAW welding theory, weldability of materials such as stainless steel and aluminum, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for GTAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 26, 2024 End Date: Sep 27, 2024
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

WELD 3900010
Section Code: W09
Students will learn to perform 1/4 and 3/8 fillet welds on carbon steel in the horizontal (2F), vertical (3F), and overhead (4F) positions. In addition students will learn safe practices, GTAW welding theory, weldability of materials such as stainless steel and aluminum, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for GTAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 26, 2024 End Date: Sep 27, 2024
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

WELD 3900010
Section Code: W11
Students will learn to perform 1/4 and 3/8 fillet welds on carbon steel in the horizontal (2F), vertical (3F), and overhead (4F) positions. In addition students will learn safe practices, GTAW welding theory, weldability of materials such as stainless steel and aluminum, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for GTAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 26, 2024 End Date: Sep 27, 2024
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Certified Welder

WELD 3900023
Section Code: P100
Students will learn to perform 1/4 and 3/8 fillet welds on carbon steel in the flat (1F), horizontal (2F), and vertical (3F) positions. In addition, students will learn safe practices, GTAW welding theory, weld ability of materials such as stainless steel and aluminum, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for GTAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 12, 2024 End Date: Sep 20, 2024
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Gas Tungsten Arc Welding

WELD 3900010
Section Code: P96
Students will learn to perform 1/4 and 3/8 fillet welds on carbon steel in the horizontal (2F), vertical (3F), and overhead (4F) positions. In addition students will learn safe practices, GTAW welding theory, weldability of materials such as stainless steel and aluminum, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for GTAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 26, 2024 End Date: Sep 27, 2024
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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FF – Commercial Driver’s License TCLA

TRNS 9110002
Section Code: AS15
With a national driver shortage of over 200,000, trucking companies are looking for hard workers like you who have earned a commercial driver’s license (CDL). VWCC Workforce Solutions has partnered with CDS Tractor Trailer Training Company to bring professional truck driver training to southwest Virginia. Our hands-on approach will quickly get you from the classroom to on-the-road training to earn your CDL in as few as 20 days. You’ll also meet several trucking company recruiters, and most students have job offers upon completion! Class A CDL training prepares students to... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 13, 2024 End Date: Jun 07, 2024
Community College: Virginia Western
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FF – CompTIA A+ Certification: IT Support Technician ITAC

ITEC 4710001
Section Code: IT4
A+ is the entry point for a career in IT and is the preferred credential for technical support and IT operations positions. Learn to troubleshoot and resolve computer issues, as well as understand a wide variety of issues including hardware, software, networking, operating systems, mobile devices and security. This course will give you the foundations needed for the CompTIA A+ Certification. Tuition includes ebook, virtual lab access, and exam vouchers. Must have access to computer or computer lab to complete homework. CERTIFICATION: CompTIA A+ STUDENTS ARE RESPONSIBLE FOR: Access... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 20, 2024 End Date: Jul 31, 2024
Community College: Virginia Western
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FF – Certified Medical Assistant – HMCA Night with optional Life Support class

HLTH 6000007
Section Code: AS6
We will get you on the path to a career with our accelerated program! Kick off your new career as a Medical Assistant! Learn the clinical and administrative skills to work in ambulatory care settings, such as primary care offices, urgent care centers, and specialty clinics. Get ready to pass the nationally recognized CCMA exam issued by the National Heathcareer Association (NHA), in just 14 weeks. Medical Assistants are in high demand in the Roanoke area. Get on your way with our career readiness resources and networking opportunities! This is... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 21, 2024 End Date: Aug 22, 2024
Community College: Virginia Western
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Certified Logistics Technician

MANF 3600005
Section Code: P82
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. This course is 40 hours. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 13, 2024 End Date: Sep 12, 2024
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Certified Welder

WELD 3900023
Section Code: P96
Students will learn to perform 1/4 and 3/8 fillet welds on carbon steel in the flat (1F), horizontal (2F), and vertical (3F) positions. In addition, students will learn safe practices, GTAW welding theory, weld ability of materials such as stainless steel and aluminum, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for GTAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 12, 2024 End Date: Sep 20, 2024
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Certified Welder

WELD 3900023
Section Code: W10
Students will learn to perform 1/4 and 3/8 fillet welds on carbon steel in the flat (1F), horizontal (2F), and vertical (3F) positions. In addition, students will learn safe practices, GTAW welding theory, weld ability of materials such as stainless steel and aluminum, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for GTAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 12, 2024 End Date: Sep 20, 2024
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Certified Welder

WELD 3900023
Section Code: W12
Students will learn to perform 1/4 and 3/8 fillet welds on carbon steel in the flat (1F), horizontal (2F), and vertical (3F) positions. In addition students will learn safe practices, GTAW welding theory, weld ability of materials such as stainless steel and aluminum, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for GTAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 12, 2024 End Date: Sep 20, 2024
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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Certified Welder

WELD 3900023
Section Code: P94
Students will learn to perform 1/4 and 3/8 fillet welds on carbon steel in the flat (1F), horizontal (2F), and vertical (3F) positions. In addition students will learn safe practices, GTAW welding theory, weld ability of materials such as stainless stell and aluminum, welding terms and definitions, and visual inspection techniques for GTAW welds. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 12, 2024 End Date: Sep 20, 2024
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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NEW! CDL: Class A Tractor Trailer Training

TRNS 6000004
Section Code: H89
Did you know? Truck driving is currently one of the most in-demand careers in the country, which means companies are eager to hire safe, qualified drivers. Right now the average annual starting salary for a Virginia CDL driver is above $63,000! VPCC’s CDL Training: Class A (E Restriction – Automatic Shift) Truck driver training curriculum teaches students how to inspect and operate tractor-trailers and to assume driver responsibilities on the road and at pickup/delivery points. Learn all about vehicle inspections, defensive driving, range maneuvers, motor carrier safety regulations (DOT 380-397... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 19, 2024 End Date: Sep 12, 2024
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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FF – Certified Medical Assistant – HMCA Day with optional Life Support class

HLTH 6000007
Section Code: AS7
We will get you on the path to a career with our accelerated program! Kick off your new career as a Medical Assistant! Learn the clinical and administrative skills to work in ambulatory care settings, such as primary care offices, urgent care centers, and specialty clinics. Get ready to pass the nationally recognized CCMA exam issued by the National Heathcareer Association (NHA), in just 14 weeks. Medical Assistants are in high demand in the Roanoke area. Get on your way with our career readiness resources and networking opportunities! This is... Read Full Course Description
Start Date: May 22, 2024 End Date: Aug 23, 2024
Community College: Virginia Western
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Marine Electrician Course

ELEC 3700005
Section Code: P86
Students will learn the importance of first time quality and quality work in general, basic ship terms and compartmentation, basic math (including using fractions and 1/10ths of an inch), equipment mounting techniques and the use of basic hand tools, ruler reading/basic measurement, cableway and cable installation, cable cut-in and hook-up practices (USN style receptacles, lighting, power distribution boxes (single and 3 phase) and connection boxes, and electrical safety-An understanding of the NNS process to perform an Absence of Voltage check. Read Full Course Description
Start Date: Aug 05, 2024 End Date: Aug 16, 2024
Community College: Virginia Peninsula
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