Industrial Training
A/C Motors, Advanced
Students will learn basic applications of electric motors in commercial and industrial settings, constant horsepower, constant torque, fans, pumps, and variable speed drives. The course will also cover estimating motor loads for fan and pump applications, and how to perform energy calculations required for incentives applications. Participants should have a good working knowledge of electric motor operation, or have attended the Basic A/C Motors Course. (7 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $150.00- Tue, Apr 15, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 224 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: SEF-7092-082 Class has been canceled - Updated Mar 31, 2008
Appraisals, Using to Improve Performance
This seminar was developed to help supervisors and managers conduct effective, results-oriented performance reviews. Participants learn the four step process that makes an effective performance appraisal system, as well as the five common reactions from employees during the review process. Whether an employer has two employees or two hundred, they want to know how they're doing - and they deserve to know how they can perform better for productivity improvements. (3 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $50.00- Fri, Mar 07, 8:30 AM - 11:30 AM
- 215 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: SEF-7080-085 Class has been canceled - Updated Mar 03, 2008
Compressed Air 
This course reviews basic energy units and terms, and standard industrial system practices for compressed air. Students will learn the types of compressors, and the operating and maintenance opportunities. Practice problems are presented and analyzed. (7 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $150.00- Tue, Mar 18, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 224 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: SEF-7090-080 Class will break one hour for lunch Class has been canceled - Updated Mar 17, 2008
Electrical Repairs and Safety for Maintenance Technicians, Basic
Topics include troubleshooting electrical problems, safety rules for electrical work, repair of three way switches, checking the load versus the rating for wiring and breakers, and when to call a professional electrician. Cost includes an insurance fee of $1.30. (12 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $56.30- Date Change - Updated Feb 28, 2008
Sat, Mar 08 - Mar 15, 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM - 1 Maple Annex, Asheville Campus Course #: ELC-7057-010 Class will break one hour for lunch
Forklift Operator Training
Forklift operation and safety using the latest OSHA regulations and requirements. Attendance for 80% or more of the class and passing a written and driving test qualifies the student for certification. The cost includes an insurance fee of $1.30. (12 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $56.30- Tue/Thu, Apr 15 - Apr 24, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- 115 TCC, Enka Campus Course #: OSH-3012-025
Geothermal Heat Pump Systems for Design Professionals
This course gives an overview of the geoexchange concept, the design process, and ground heat exchanger designs. This course also covers ventilation loads, design tools, the bidding process, and commissioning. Case studies will be reviewed to learn how to spot target opportunities. (7 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $150.00- Tue, Apr 29, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 224 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: SEF-7093-083 Class has been canceled - Updated Apr 28, 2008
Load and Energy Balance for Commercial Facilities
Students learn to recognize energy and load profiles for commercial building types. They also learn how to use the billing history to correlate energy and load patterns. The course also covers how to use nameplate data and 'smart' estimates to disaggregate loads and calculate energy usage for HVAC, lighting, refrigeration, hot water, and office equipment. Students then learn how to put the tools together to correlate end-use calculations with actual billing history. Participants should have good basic math skills. (7 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $150.00- Wed, May 21, 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM
- 224 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: SEF-7094-084 Class has been canceled - Updated May 13, 2008
Manufacturing Preparation Additional Class Added - Updated Mar 07, 2008
Students will learn basic concepts of industrial safety, math , measuring tools, computers in industry, lean manufacturing and lean simulation, problem solving, and quality. The class will cover the use of fractions and decimals in industry, practical hands-on application and use of calipers, micrometers, gauges and rules, computer control simulators. The students will learn problem solving techniques, teamwork, and the principles of lean and quality standards (42 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $60.00- Mon/Tue/Thu, Apr 07 - May 06, 6:00 PM - 9:00 PM
- 328 TCC, Enka Campus Course #: MNT-3000-003
Plastics, Choosing the Right Plastic
This course helps the student focus through an extensive discussion of the attributes of each of the major (and not-so-major) polymer families, and the common material properties and test methods used in the plastics industry. The goal of this course is to de-mystify the resin suppliers Material Datasheets, and give the student confidence in choosing the right material.The primary focus of this course is on injection molded applications, although other processes are mentioned (7 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $50.00- Wed, Apr 09, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
- 215 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: FIT-3001-037 Class will break one hour for lunch
Plastics, How to Design a Plastic Part
This course is for anyone who needs to create, approve, or modify the design of injection molded plastic parts. Topics include: Cardinal rules of plastic part design; Ribs, holes, gussets, bosses; Design and Assembly; Structural Design; Design for Moldability; and When to use computer analysis. Attendees are encouraged to bring examples of their design challenges to the course for group discussion. (7 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $50.00- Thu , Apr 10, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
- 215 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: FIT-3001-038 Class will break one hour for lunch
Plastics, Injection Molding 101
In this course the student will learn the components of the injection molding machine and the basics of the injection molding process. Topics include: Overview and History of Plastics; General Plastics Processing Methods; Key components of the injection molding machine; How the injection molding process works; Common molding problems, and Safety. (7 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $50.00- Wed, Apr 16, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
- 215 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: FIT-3001-039 Class will break one hour for lunch
Plastics, Injection Molding 102
This intermediate course is for students with a basic familiarity of the injection molding process but who would like to know more. Topics include: Key components of the injection mold; How part design affects the process; Designing runner systems and gating; Cooling, ejection, venting; Drying; and Important Process Variables and Troubleshooting. (7 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $50.00- Thu , Apr 17, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
- 215 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: FIT-3001-040 Class will break one hour for lunch
Plastics, Extrusion 101
This beginning course is for people new to extrusion. The course introduces the student to the extrusion process, explaining step-by-step what occurs from the hopper to extrudate. Safety issues are emphasized. Topics include: Overview and History of Plastics; General Plastics Processing Methods; Key components of the extrusion operation; How the extrusion process works; and Safety. (7 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $50.00- Wed, Apr 23, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
- 215 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: FIT-3001-041 Class will break one hour for lunch
Plastics, Extrusion 102
This intermediate course is designed for technicians, operators, process engineers, quality auditors, supervisors, and maintenance personnel. It is for students who have a familiarity with extrusion but want to expand their understanding of the extrusion concepts and polymer behavior. Topics include: Design and Function of the Extruder; Plastics Behavior in the Extruder and Die; Forming and Cooling; Extruder Operation; Processing Conditions; Material Handling and Drying; Problem Solving and Troubleshooting; and Process Monitoring and Quality Assurance. (7 hrs) No fee exemption
Total Registration Fee: $50.00- Thu , Apr 24, 8:30 AM - 4:30 PM
- 215 Haynes, Enka Campus Course #: FIT-3001-042 Class will break one hour for lunch
Plumbing for Maintenance Technicians, Basic
Topics include finding and stopping leaks, replacement of valves, sinks, and toilets in commercial rest rooms, use of PVC, CPVC, brass, and copper, and when to call a professional plumber. Cost includes an insurance fee of $1.30. (18 hrs)
Total Registration Fee: $56.30- Sat, Apr 05 - Apr 19, 8:00 AM - 3:00 PM
- 1 Maple Annex, Asheville Campus Course #: PLU-7056-008