TRADE AND TECHNICAL
Auto Body (Limited enrollment of 8)
An introductory course in basic auto body repair. Techniques covered include: metal straightening, sanding, body filler use, and basic paint spraying. An emphasis on safety and proper tool use is covered. All projects need to
be approved by the instructor. Students are responsible for all materials needed for their projects.
10 week program Starts: 1/27/10 or 4/28/10
Wed. 5:00-8:00 p.m. Cost: $235.00
Instructor: Bill Collins
Auto Mechanics (Limited enrollment of 10)
This program is for everyone who drives an automobile and would like an understanding of auto maintenance, upkeep, and repairs. Learn what goes on underneath that hood. All projects need to be approved by the instructor.
Students are responsible for all materials needed for their projects.
10 week program Starts: 1/28/10 or 4/29/10
Thurs. 6:00-9:00 p.m. Cost: $235.00
Instructor: Amos Robinson
Small Engine Maintenance/Repair
This course is designed to address basic small engine operation. Topics covered: two and four cycle small engine maintenance, troubleshooting, and repair. Students are encouraged to bring in their own equipment to troubleshoot and repair as you learn. Lawnmowers, roto-tillers, weed wackers, and snow blowers are welcome.
8 week program Starts: 1/26/10
Tues. 6:00-8:30 p.m. Cost: $210.00
Instructor: Michael Plumber Book Fee: approx. $48.00 optional
Advanced Small Engine Repair
This course is designed for students who have taken the Small Engine Repair course and wish to gain additional proficiency in the small engine repair field. Students will perform a variety of repairs and are also encouraged to bring in their own equipment to work on as you learn.
8 week program Starts: 4/6/10
Tues. 6:00-8:30 p.m. Cost: $210.00
Instructor: Michael Plumber
Outreach Training Program (10 hour OSHA General Industry)
This course is a requirement for employees of companies who work on federal projects. The students will receive a basic knowledge of safety requirements in the general industry. The course is taught by an authorized OSHA instructor. The student will receive an OSHA 10 hour General Industry card upon successful completion of the course.
2 week program Starts: 5/8/10 & 5/15/10
Sat. 9:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Cost: $125.00 All materials included
Instructor: Robert Wood
Outreach Training Program (10 hour OSHA Construction Industry)
This course is a requirement for employees of companies who work on public works jobs. The students will receive a basic knowledge of safety requirements in the construction industry. The course is taught by an authorized OSHA instructor. The student will receive an OSHA 10 hour Construction Industry card upon successful completion of the course.
2 week program Starts: 1/23/10 & 1/30/10
Sat. 9:00 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Cost: $125.00 All materials included
Instructor: Derek Knudsen
Basic Welding (Limited enrollment of 10)
A course in (SMAW) Arc Welding and oxyacetylene cutting. Students will learn how to safely weld with the ARC welding process and properly use an oxyacetylene torch. Please bring a pair of welding gloves.
5 week program Starts: 1/26/10 or 4/27/10
Tues. & Thurs. 5:30-8:00 p.m. Cost: $295.00 All materials included
Instructor: Glen Bredberg
Advanced Welding (Limited enrollment of 10)
A course in GMAW (MIG) and GTAW (TIG) welding is for the recreational welder or the industrial fabricator. Students must have taken a basic welding course or have work experience. Practice in fundamental shop welding in all of the AWS positions will be supplemented by 20 minute black board sessions. The successful candidate will be able to select and setup arc welding equipment, perform maintenance and new fabrication welding, and complete final weld inspection. Please bring a pair of welding gloves.
5 week program Starts: 3/16/10 or 6/1/10
Tues. & Thurs. 5:30-8:00 p.m. Cost: $295.00 All materials included
Instructor: Glen Bredberg
Basic Metal Fabrication
Students will learn the safe use of metal fabrication equipment, such as shears, press brakes, drill presses & various types of metal saws. While utilizing their welding skills, students will learn how to take raw materials and form them into useful items that they can use at home. The students are required to bring in a project idea to work on with the instructor. Prerequisite: Basic Welding skills are required. All projects need to be approved by the instructor. Students are responsible for all materials needed for their projects.
10 week program Starts: 1/27/10
Wed. 5:30-8:00 p.m. Cost: $200.00
Instructor: Glen Bredberg
Beginner Woodworking (Limited enrollment of 10)
Have you always wanted to learn techniques used by master craftsmen to create beautiful pieces of furniture? This project oriented program in wood includes instruction in hand tools, power tools, and other shop equipment.
10 week program Starts: 1/26/10 or 4/27/10
Tues. 6:00-9:00 p.m. Cost: $235.00 plus wood fee
Instructor: Al Saviano
Advanced Woodworking (Limited enrollment of 10)
In this advanced course the students will gain additional proficiency in the woodworking field. The students work on their own individual projects. Students must have been enrolled in a Beginner Woodworking course. All projects need to be approved by the instructor. Students are responsible for all materials needed for their projects.
10 week program Starts: 1/27/10 or 1/28/10
Wed. or Thurs. 6:00-9:00 p.m. 4/28/10 or 4/29/10
Instructor: Al Saviano Cost: $235.00 plus wood fee
Advanced Woodworking Weekend Seminars (Limited enrollment of 12)
Get a jump on your advanced woodworking projects in this exciting new weekend seminar. Students must have been previously enrolled in a beginner woodworking course. All projects need to be approved by the instructor. Students are responsible for all materials needed for their projects.
2 day program Starts: 1/23/10 & 1/24/10 or
Sat. & Sun. 8:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. 5/1/10 & 5/2/10
Instructor: Al Saviano Cost: $150.00 plus wood fee
PLUMBING APPRENTICESHIP PROGAM
Plumbing Apprentice Programs (Limited enrollment for all classes)
Plumbing courses are designed for people who currently work as a Plumber’s Apprentice. A copy of your apprentice card is required at registration for all Plumbing Classes.
Plumbing IIB Journeyman (75 hours - 25 classes) Starts: 1/12/10
Tues. & Thurs. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Cost: $350.00
Instructor: John Gardner
Plumbing Masters Program (100 hours) Starts: 9/14/10
Tues. & Thurs. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Cost: $500.00
Instructor: TBA
All students must bring a current MA Plumbing and Gas Code Book to all classes. Additional books may be required for each class for an additional fee.
Journeyman License Requirements* Masters License Requirements*
Must have an apprentice license Must have a Journeyman License
6000 hours of on-the-job training 2000 hours of on-the-job training
300 hours of classroom training and education 100 hours of classroom training Work for a Master Plumber
New Plumbing Program Requirements Effective September 2008
Plumbing Tier I (132 hours - 44 classes) Starts: 9/13/10
110 required hours plus 20 hours for review and test Cost: $675.00
Mon. & Wed. 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Instructor: Marc Zade
Plumbing Tier II (132 hours - 44 classes) Starts: 9/14/10
110 required hours plus 20 hours for review and test Cost: $675.00
Tues. & Thurs. 6:30-9:30 p.m.
Instructor: John Gardner
* The new program will require 550 hours (110 per year) of classroom instruction, plus 5 years on the job training.
Requirements are subject to change at any time by the State of Massachusetts.
Approved school by The Commonwealth of Massachusetts Division of Professional Licensure for Plumbers & Gasfitters.
ELECTRICAL APPRENTICESHIP PROGAM
Electrical Apprentice Programs (Limited enrollment for all classes)
All students must bring a current Massachusetts Electrical Code Book to class. Additional books may be required for each class for an additional fee.
Electrical IB Theory (75 hours - 25 classes) Starts: 1/12/10
Tues. & Thurs. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Cost: $350.00
Instructor: Al Rovaldi
Electrical IA Theory (75 hours - 25 classes) Starts: 9/14/10
Tues. & Thurs. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Cost: $400.00**
Instructor: Al Rovaldi
Electrical IIB Code (75 hours - 25 classes) Starts: 1/12/10
Tues. & Thurs. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Cost: $350.00
Instructor: Russ MacLeod
Electrical IIA Code (75 hours - 25 classes) Starts: 9/14/10
Tues. & Thurs. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Cost: $405.00**
Instructor: Russ MacLeod
*You need 150 hours in Electrical I before taking Electrical II*
Electrical IIIB Code (75 hours - 25 classes) Starts: 1/10/10
Mon. & Wed. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Cost: $350.00
Instructor: Mike Stepka
Electrical IIIA Code (75 hours - 25 classes) Starts: 9/13/10
Mon. & Wed. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Cost: $395.00**
Instructor: Mike Stepka
*You need 300 hours in Electrical I & II before taking Electrical III*
Electrical IVB Review (75 hours - 25 classes) Starts: 1/11/10
Mon. & Wed. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Cost: $350.00
Instructor: Mark Apostle
Electrical IVA Review (75 hours - 25 classes) Starts: 9/13/10
Mon. & Wed. 6:30-9:30 p.m. Cost: $405.00**
Instructor: Mark Apostle
*You need 450 hours in Electrical I, II & III before taking Electrical IV*
**Book Fees are included in the course price**
Journeyman License Requirements*
8000 hours of employment as a learner or apprentice under the direct supervision of a licensed Journeyman.
600 hours of classroom training and education in electrical code from an approved school.
There is no set order for the two requirements listed above. For example, you may start the schooling first, or you may do both concurrently.
Approved school by The Massachusetts State Board of Electrical Examiners
*Requirements are subject to change at any time by the State of Massachusetts