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Butte College's General Motors A.S.E.P Program |
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Two years ago Butte College and General Motors entered into a partnership that allows Butte College to offer the GM Automotive Service Education Program (ASEP). The GM ASEP program allows Butte College to infuse GM certified technician-training classes into our core automotive program. This is a young partnership that is having a positive impact on Butte Colleges’ Automotive Program, General Motors’ dealerships and our graduating students. General Motors provided our program with the following:
The General Motor ASEP program requires all ASEP students to complete the following: ·Butte Colleges’ all core automotive classes with a grade of “C” or better. General Education course requirements for a general AS or AA certificate. ·A minimum of 1600 hours of in-dealership work experience at a sponsoring GM dealership. All required Computer based technician training programs (CPT) All lab requirements on GM vehicles using the GM scan tool and following the repair instructions listed in GM manuals
For additional details you can use the link below to our website. Bob Beachamp, General Motors Coordinator, Butte College: FAX: 530-895-2549 Email: BeachampBo@butte.edu |
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Toyota Motor Corporation Training Program |
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The Toyota Training Program at the Butte College Department of Automotive Technology allows students to become Automotive Technicians in Toyota Dealerships. Students pursue this goal by taking our General Training Program but focus wherever possible on the Toyota vehicles in our training fleet. Upon Graduation from our program students enroll at American River College in Sacramento for a short four-day Toyota Seminar. This seminar introduces them to the Toyota Dealership Network. When the student is hired by a Toyota Dealership, (we help them find a position), and has completed a ninety-day probationary period, Toyota Motor Corporation then sets in motion a factory level training plan and a tool purchasing program which is paid for by Toyota. We have placed several students into Toyota Dealerships with this system. To find out more about this program, use the link to our website below. http://www.butte.cc.ca.us/instruction/aut/ For more information contact: Thomas Baird Automotive Department Chair Butte College FAX: 530-895-2448 Email: BairdTo@butte.edu
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American Honda P.A.C.T. Training Program |
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Professional Automotive Career Training (PACT), is a partnership that is a mutually beneficial program that was implemented for the benefit of the students, Butte College and American Honda. Since 1997 the PACT program has grown in popularity with the students and the dealerships that they will eventually go to work for.
While the students are taking classes in the Automotive Technology Program, they will receive the Honda Factory Training that is appropriate for each area. The Honda modules that the students complete are recorded on a Honda session map, then when students receive their Butte College Auto Tech Certificate of Achievement and have completed a 90 day probation period at a Honda or Acura dealership, they will then be accredited with all the Honda modules that they have completed. The dealerships that hired these students will also get credit for the Honda Factory Training. This is a tremendous cost savings to dealerships using our program (in some cases it is valued at over $150,000).
We in the Automotive Department feel that the amount of support that Butte College has received in donations of the newest automobiles, technology, and special tools has allowed us to keep pace with the automotive industry of today. This allows the students to work on the cars that they will see on a daily basis once out in the work force. The PACT program seems highly beneficial for everybody involved. To find out more about the Honda Program at the Butte College Department of Automotive Technology, use the link below to our website.
For More information contact: George Medina, Director of Honda P.A.C.T. Training, Butte College, Fax: 530-895-2474 --Email: MedinaGe@butte.edu or at the college.
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Industry Partners Participate in Creating Printed Circuit Board Design Curriculum |
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Palomar College has teamed up with the San Diego Chapter of the IPC Designers Council, a professional, non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the Printed Circuit Board Design profession, and Mentor Graphics to develop two courses in Printed Circuit Design. IPC standards and specifications have been incorporated into the curriculum and high end CAD design software is used in the classroom. As a result of these efforts, the IPC Designers Council has recognized the college’s PCB Design program as a national leader in teaching and using IPC standards.
For more information, contact Anne Reiss, Chair of the Trades and Industry Department at areiss@palomar.edu
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Steel Frame Construction Program Endorsed by American Iron and Steel Institute |
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Orange Coast College’s Construction Technology Department has developed training programs in residential light gauge steel frame construction in partnership with Los Angeles Metal Systems of Los Angeles. The programs are endorsed by the American Iron and Steel Institute in Washington, D.C., and have attracted national and international attention.
For more information, contact Ravin Carlson, Faculty, at 714-432-5582.
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Vocational English as a Second Language Program Receives 2002 Student Success Award |
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City College of San Francisco’s Vocational English as a Second Language (VESL) Immersion Program was the recipient of a 2002 Student Success Award, presented to eight California Community Colleges by the Board of Governors and the Chancellor’s Office. The VESL Immersion Program, conducted in partnership with the San Francisco Department of Human Services, was designed to meet the needs of limited English proficient CalWORKs participants in acquiring vocational English and workplace-culture skills. The award honors programs that demonstrate an ability to effectively respond to student needs in the areas of curricular and instructional services, economic development, vocational education, and student services.
For more information, contact Joanne Low at 415-561-1850 or Bernice Brown at 415-452-5703.
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Career Development Infused into College Curriculum |
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Moorpark College received a federal grant in fall 2002 to infuse career development experiences into high school and college curriculum. The college has an active high school program, located on campus, for high-achieving students who want to take a combination of high school and college classes. Students are offered interdisciplinary academic instruction that is linked to technical education from one of the college’s four career institutes. Industry partners who have pledged contributions such as internships, mentorships and work experience opportunities include Turner Broadcasting Systems, Maxon Computer, and Los Robles Medical Center – Diagnostic Imaging. For more information, contact Victoria Bortolussi at 805-378-1405 or vckib@aol.com
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Appliance Technology Program Involves Key Partners |
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Los Medanos College’s Appliance Service Technology Department offers students industry current training through partnerships with two major manufacturers – Maytag and Whirlpool. Certificates and degrees can be earned as the college is certified as a Maytag Authorized Training Center and a Whirlpool Regional Training Center. Los Medanos College is the only community college, to partner with Whirlpool to provide such training which is short-term, modularized; and, the company provides all training equipment and instructors. For students seeking a certificate or degree, the department has also put two courses on line: Advanced Electrical Appliances Tech 1 and Refrigeration 1.
For more information, contact Len Price at 925.439.2181 (x3341) or lprice@losmedanos.net or visit http://www.losmedanos.edu/groups/appliance/default.htm |
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Toyota Technical Education Network Provides Training |
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In partnership with eight community colleges in California, Toyota offers a Toyota Technical Education Network (T-TEN) training program to attract, develop and retain high skilled automotive technicians. A wide variety of curriculum is offered as well as two pathways in Service and Parts or Collision Repair. Students can earn a degree, a one or two-year certificate, or attend a one-semester “Fast Track” course. For more information, contact:
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For more information, visit the MentorNet web site at www.mentornet.net |
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A partnership agreement between Foothill College and the NASA/Ames Research Center offers students a yearlong internship opportunity in six occupational areas including Multimedia/Web, Communication, Business, Computer Science, Engineering, and Science.
Typical internship positions in Engineering include Electrical Engineering Assistant, Mechanical Technician, CAD Drafter, Engineering Aide, Electronics Technician, Machine Shop Assistant, and Robotics Technician.
Interns work 20 hours during the school year and 40 hours during the summer. In turn, they earn work experience credit, work on assignments that are complementary to their college course work, and participate in seminars that prepare them for employment.
For more information, visit the internship web site at www.foothill.fhda/edu/programs/nasa/testpages/interninfo.html or call 650-604-5560. |
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Fire Academy Involves Multiple State and Regional Partners |
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El Camino College’s Fire Academy is a California State Fire Marshall firefighting training academy that includes instructors from nearly a dozen different professional fire departments in the Los Angeles area.
Students can attend the Academy either full or part-time to earn certificates that include Certificate of Completion of a Firefighter 1 Academy; Fire Control 1, II, III, and IV; Auto Extrication; Confined Space Awareness; Haz-Mat First Responder Operational; ICS; Wildland Firefighting in the I-Zone; Blood Born Pathogens; Flashover Training; Flashover Training; and Trench Rescue Awareness.
Drill grounds are comprised of a four-story fire rescue training tower, a fire environment building where students combat live fires, and a Swede System/Flashover Training Container. The Academy also has three Class A Diesel Pumpers and a Truck Company.
For more information, contact Ken Mays at kmays@elcamino.cc.ca.us or 310-660-6589.
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Employers Meet Students Series |
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College of the Desert’s Career Center started the Employers Meet Students series six years ago to link students to regional employment opportunities and meet the workforce needs of the community. Over several weeks each fall and spring, employers hold a series of interviews with students who have signed up in advance to apply for a position or conduct an informational interview. Interview days are organized by industry cluster such as Hospitality, Business Administration, Health Occupations, Teaching, and Administration of Justice.
The Employment Development Department (EDD) employment specialist in the college’s Career Center schedules several Job Search workshops prior to the EMS series to assist students in preparing for the application and interview process. During the series, employers are asked to fill out a SCANS assessment and make recommendations related to academic training needs.
These recommendations are passed on to the Vice President of Student Services, the Dean of Counseling, and the Division Deans via a year-end EMS report.
For more information, contact Ken LaMont at KLaMont@collegeofthedesert.edu or 760-776-0142
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Beverage Equipment Service Technician Program Serves Industry Need |
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El Camino College’s Beverage Equipment Service Technician (BEST) certification program was developed in response to business and industry needs for qualified service technicians who could repair equipment used for making coffee and other specialty beverages. Industry experts were actively involved in curriculum and program development, and donated equipment to use for the hands-on portion of the training program.
Training includes three levels of certification training, which can also be customized to meet employer needs. Students can attend courses on campus, at their worksite, or even take classes on-line.
Partners include equipment and product manufacturers Specialty Coffee, Café Au Lait, Newco Enterprises, Bunn, Paradise, Prebica, Fetco Corporation, Curtis and Bloomfield; and the Specialty Coffee Association of America (SCAA).
For more information, contact Dean Peterson at Dpeterson@elcamino.edu or 310-973-3139.
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Automotive Technology Program Involves Industry Partners |
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The Automotive Technology program at Cypress College offers multiple training options for current employees and beginning students, including short-term, general and degree certificate programs, a Toyota T-TEN program, advanced transportation courses covering electric-hybrid vehicles and gaseous fuels, and customized personal enrichment courses.
Business and industry partners include Southern California Gas Company, Southern California Edison, and Toyota. The program is ASE Certified, which includes all course content and instructor competencies.
For more information, contact Lucinda Wallis at lwallis@cypresscollege.edu
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Energy Technology Training Center Provides National Model |
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The Energy Technology Training Center (ETTC) at College of the Desert has developed a national model program for training alternative fuels technicians. The Center is the West Coast’s first program to focus on alternative energy technology training, demonstration and resource sharing. Training programs include Introduction to Converted and Dedicated CNG/NGV and LPG Technology; Gaseous Fuels Engine, Carburetion and Electronics; Fleet Manger; and Train the Trainer.
The ETTC is also developing a Tech-Prep Associate Degree Program in Advanced Transportation Technologies. Partners include Amalgamated Transit Union, American Society for Advance Fuels Technology, Cummins Engine, South Coast Air Quality Management District, Southern California Gas Company, State of California Employment Training Panel, SunLine Transit District, and West Virginia University.
For more information, contact Jack Dempsey at jdempsey@collegeofthedesert.edu or (760) 773-2596.
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Automotive Collision Department recognized by I-CAR Training Alliance |
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The Automotive Collision Department at Cypress College has joined the I-CAR Training Alliance, an independent not-for-profit technical training organization formed by the collision industry. I-CAR activities focus on achieving a high level of technical training for employees working in the industry. Students who receive training from Alliance members can be awarded “Gold Class Points”, leading to an employer designation of “Gold Class Professional”, the highest recognition for collision repair training a business can earn. The Automotive Collision Department is also NATEF (National Automotive Technicians Education Foundation) certified. NATEF evaluates training programs against nationally accepted standards of quality to ensure that they meet or exceed industry-recognized, uniform standards of excellence.
For more information, contact Lucinda Wallis at lwallis@cypresscollege.edu
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VESL Program Partners with Regional Employers |
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VESL program partners with regional employers.
Vocational English As a Second Language-Regional Partners
College of the Desert’s Vocational English As a Second Language (VESL) was designed to focus on improving workplace English for limited English speaking individuals. The VESL program offers training in relevant to occupational areas of construction, care giving, cosmetology and hospitality.
For more information, contact the Workplace Learning Resource Center at 760-776-0161.
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Colleges, NASA and Carnegie Mellon-West partner to create world-class educational center |
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De Anza College secured a preliminary agreement in October 2002 from NASA for land that will be part of the NASA Education Research Park. De Anza and Foothill College will join with UC Santa Cruz, San Jose State and Carnegie Mellon-West to create a world-class center, including 100,000 square feet of classroom space.
For more information, contact the College Information Center at information@fhda.edu or 408-864-5678.
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Professional Development Center Benefits Business/Industry Partners |
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San Bernardino College’s Professional Development Center has developed trainings and events that successfully involve and benefit business and industry partners. Examples include the completion of a computer construction training course for Welfare-to-Work employees from the San Bernardino County Housing Authority, Advantage Property Management & Maintenance Corporation in October 2002; an August 2002 Big Bear Valley Economic Development Partnership Training Fair, which gave business owners and employees an opportunity to learn more about the Center’s courses and certificate programs; and a Business Breakfast Series in August 2002 entitled “The Response of the Community to Local economic Development” which included Chancellor Averill and representatives from education, business and industry. For more information, contact Matthew Isaac, Ph.D. at 909-382-4076.
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HAAS Technical Center planned for De Anza College |
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De Anza College The Manufacturing and Design Technology program at De Anza College announced in fall 2002 that renovation of the machining/CAM program was currently underway to become a HAAS Technical Center. The transformation is the result of four years of planning by the program’s Industry Advisory Committee. Curriculum was defined, over thirty pieces of outdated machinery were auctioned off, and the lab layout was reconfigured to better utilize the facility. Revised and updated courses will eventually allow for individualized instruction. HAAS, the largest American manufacturer of CNC equipment, fully supports the renovation project. At completion, the Center will have more state-of-the-art CNC equipment than any other community college in northern California. For more information, contact Paul Klingman at klingmanpaul@fhda.edu or Gary Lamit at lamitgary@fhda.edu
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Tool Manufacturers Help Market Voc/Tech Ed Programs |
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Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Tool manufacturers Milwaukee, Snap On and Bosch have partnered with Vocational and Technical Education Departments at Los Angeles Trade Technical College to provide on-campus demonstrations of tools several times throughout the year. Demonstrations are set up in the center of campus and are open to all students.
The on-site visits allow Voc/Tech Ed students to assess and compare tools that they need to purchase, and also have the added benefit of marketing Voc/Tech Ed programs to students that have undeclared majors or career goals. The college also benefits from the demonstrations by the periodic donation of tools and equipment from the manufacturers.
For more information, contact William Elarton at elartowd@trade.laccd.edu or 213-763-3701.
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Employers Help Prepare Students Through MOCK INTERVIEWS |
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Los Angeles Trade Technical College
Three companies that routinely recruit and hire graduates from Los Angeles Trade Technical College Vocational/Technical Education programs include Bonneville Power, Budweiser and Chevron.
All three have stringent entry exams that new employees must pass, requiring proficiency in reading, writing and math. To encourage first year students to take English and Math courses in addition to Voc/Tech Ed courses, LATTC has partnered with the three employers above to hold mock interviews. The interviews serve as a “reality check” for students, and encourage them to adjust their class schedules to gain the knowledge and skills required by future employers.
For more information, contact William Elarton at: elartowd@trade.laccd.edu or 213-763-3701.
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DaimlerChrysler Corporation Supports Automobile Program and more. |
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DaimlerChrysler has been a long time supporter of Cerritos College’s Chrysler Apprenticeship Program (CAP), a two-year degree program designed for dealership technicians. Curriculum is designed by Chrysler Corporation and the college, and the program includes classroom lecture and laboratory as well as work-based experience at a Chrysler Corporation dealership. In September 2002, DaimlerChrysler Corporation presented the college with a gift of $10,000 to use as needed for the automotive program. Additionally, a local auto dealer – Moothart Chrysler Plymouth/La Mar Hyundai – has agreed to donate a portion of its vending machine proceeds to the college in support of its athletic programs. The dealership also contributes a portion of the funds to the Chrysler Apprenticeship Program (CAP).
For more information, contact Randy Peebles at: rpeebles@cerritos.edu or visit the college’s automotive web site at www.cerritos.edu/advtranstechctr/
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College to Serve as Mentor under Southern Bell Corporation’s Excelerator Program |
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Cerritos College has been selected as one of six colleges nationally, and one of two colleges in California, to serve as a mentor college through the Southern Bell Corporation’s Excelerator Program.
The program is designed to help community-based organizations improve their technology and fluency and, in turn, bring technology knowledge and skills to underserved populations that they serve.
Cerritos will serve as a mentor to Connecticut Community College so that they can work toward common goals, share best practices and seek solutions to similar challenges.
For more information, contact Norm Fujimoto at: nfujimoto@cerritos.edu
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Annual Partnership Breakfast Honors Business, Agencies and Organizations |
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Mt. San Antonio College holds an annual awards breakfast to acknowledge community businesses, agencies, and organizational partners.
In June 2002, 16 campus offices and departments honored outstanding partnerships including: Community Education and Economic Development; Information and Educational Technology; Career Placement Services; The Training Source; Small Business Development Center; President's Office; the Mt. SAC Relays; the Center for Business Performance & Training; Basic Skills and Special Programs; the Technology and Health Division; the Mt. SAC Foundation; Student Health Services; the Histotechnology Program; and, the Regional Health Occupations Resource Center.
For more information, contact the Mt. San Antonio Office of Public Information and Community Relations at: 909-594-5611 x4250.
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Partners Establish Advanced Technological Education Initiative and Science Learning Community |
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Chabot College received funding by the National Science Foundation to develop an Advanced Technological Education initiative over the next three years. The project will establish an interdisciplinary basic skills and science learning community that engages both students and faculty in real world technology projects
Partners in the initiative include: Lawrence Livermore National Laboratory, Sandia National Laboratories, University of California, Davis, Edward Teller Education Center, and the Hayward Unified School District.
For more information, contact Timothy Dave at: 510-723-6881 or Jose Alegre at: 510-723-6869.
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Chino Information Technology Center Developed by Government and Industry Partners |
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A $4.5 million project was developed in partnership with the City of Chino Redevelopment Agency and sponsored by Cisco Systems, Enterasys Networks, Nortel Networks, Verizon Communications, and Gateway Computers. In fall 2002, the Chaffey College Chino Information Technology Center opened in downtown Chino to train and educate people entering the IT field, as well as people already employed in maintaining state-of-the-art technology equipment.
The 21,000 square foot facility houses an Information Technology program composed of computer systems, computer user applications, industry certification preparation, and telecommunications.
Curriculum has been developed to meet industry standards, and support short-term skill specific training that focuses on workforce skills and technology deployment.
For more information, contact Robert Pile at: 909-477-2961 or Christine Willis at: 909-941-2698.
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Retail Management Certificate Responds to Industry Needs |
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In fall 2002, Mt. San Antonio College began a new Retail Management Certificate program in response to local industry needs. A key partner in establishing the program was the Western Association of Food Chains.
The 10-course certificate program is designed to expose students to the business world and the role of retail distribution.
Courses focus on skill building in areas such as balance sheets, income statements, human resources management, and marketing principles.
For more information, contact the Mt. San Antonio College Business Division at: 909-594-5611 x4600.
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Weeklong Training Session for Employment in the Nuclear Industry. |
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Southern California Edison’s Energy Standards Teach Institute provides professional development opportunity
Los Angeles Trade Technical College, (LATTC), instructors Mick Cavannaugh and Kevin Nobuyuki attended Southern California Edison’s eighth annual Energy Standards Teach Institute in August 2002. The Institute, located at SCE’s San Onofre Nuclear Generating Station, provides a weeklong training session for instructors who want to get a first-hand look at the skills necessary for employment in the nuclear industry.
For additional information, contact Kevin Nobuyuki at: nobuyutk@trade.laccd.edu
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Ford ASSET Program Combines Classroom Learning with Work-based Experience |
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Cosumnes River College, Riverside College, Cuyamaca College, Evergreen Community College and Cerritos College have partnered with the Ford Motor Company to provide technical and vocation training through the ASSET program (Automotive Student Service Educational Training). The ASSET program allows students to get on-the-job training at a sponsoring Ford or Lincoln Mercury dealership while earning an Associates Degree in Automotive Technology.
Students spend nine weeks of each semester in the classroom and the remaining nine weeks at the job site practicing recently learned skills and knowledge.
For additional information, contact: Clint Turner, Cosumnes River College at: 916-691-7287
Riverside College at: 909-656-4203 Cuyamaca College at: 619-670-1980 x267 Evergreen Community College at: 408-270-6490 Cerritos College at: 310-860-2451 x2931
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STAR Program Provides Collision & Repair Instructor Training |
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Los Angeles Trade Technical College, (LATTC), has developed a partnership with private industry to provide updated instructional training related to collision and repair industry needs.
The STAR Program runs for 10-weeks and instruction is provided by industry experts.
For additional information, contact Gary Nugent at Fred Morago at: mailto:moragof@trade.lacced.edu
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Private Automotive School Partners with College |
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San Diego Community College District and the California Institute of Automotive Technology have developed a strong partnership for providing state-of-the-art automotive training.
The Institute shares facilities and equipment at the District’s Center for Education and Technology, and has contributed $150,000 in equipment that is also used in college credit classes.
The Institute provides student scholarships and free professional development training to faculty members.
For additional information, contact Gary Nugent at: gnugent@sdccd.net
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Tools for Success Scholarship Program Gives Vocational Students Tools and Equipment
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Los Angeles Trade Technical College, (LATTC), developed a partnership with Miller Brewing Company in 1992 to provide vocational students with actual tools and equipment needed to enter the workforce successfully. Because ninety percent of vocational graduates are required to have their own specialized tools before they can secure a job in their particular trade, Tools for Success helps graduates secure a job in their trade.
A selection committee from the college and Miller Brewing Company choose scholarship winners based on academic achievement, community service, personal statements and recommendations. The average scholarship is about $2,000 and can include tools, equipment and supplies valued at more than $10,000.
For additional information, contact the President’s Office at: 213-763-7052.
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Regional Training Institute Develops Customized Training Based on Malcolm Baldrige Principles |
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The Contra Costa Community College District’s Regional Training Institute, (RTI), is a private, non-profit organization designed to meet the educational needs of regional business and industry partners.
The RTI provides everything from one-on-one business assistance and consultation to hands-on workshops and on-line seminars.
One of the unique features of the RTI is an incentive-based compensation model for training sales team members, who earn bonus pay based on sales performance. Senior managers can also earn bonus pay through direct or repeat sales of training packages to industry partners.
Another unique feature is the strategic plan that was developed for the RTI, based on principles of the Malcolm Baldrige Educational Criteria for Performance Excellence: http://www.quality.nist.gov/Education_Criteria.htm
For more information, contact the RTI at 925-930-8366 x8210 or: www.4rti.org
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Advanced Transportation Technology Program Implemented at 10 Community Colleges |
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Ten community colleges located throughout California have developed Advanced Transportation Technology Centers to provide training in areas such as alternative fuels, intelligent transportation systems, and wireless communication. At each Center, employer needs are assessed and training programs are developed including curriculum, services and programs. Specialties include: Aeronautics, Airframe, Automotive, Clean air, Cylinder, Hybrid vehicle, Gas fuels, Geo info, Fuel cell, Intelligent Transportation Systems, Motorcycle, Railroad, Rv's and Trucking Operations.
For more information, visit the ATT web site at www.attcolleges.org. The website also includes contact information for all 10 college centers and a list of industry partners that contribute to the program.
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College Forms Partnership with Workforce Investment Board |
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Mendocino College developed a formal partnership with the Mendocino County Workforce Investment Board (WIB) by integrating the Tech Prep Consortium with the WIB Youth Council. The college Tech Prep Director is Chair of the county Youth Council. This collaboration puts workforce development agencies, education institutions, and employers in the same room to plan joint strategies that address workforce preparation issues and to leverage funds from each other’s programs. This partnership implemented the first countywide Youth Summit; is creating a Work Readiness Certificate; and is actively pursuing additional workforce training funds to develop internships and work-site learning opportunities for students.
For more information, contact: Victoria Patterson at 707-468-3408
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Advisory Committee Supports Diesel Technology Program |
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Shasta College Diesel Program New!! 10/02 A 20-member Advisory Committee, consisting of representatives from heavy-duty diesel industries, provides strong support for the Diesel Technology program at Shasta College. Advisory Committee members review course outlines and advise faculty on current skill standards, seek donations for program support, and provide technical assistance to faculty on new issues, processes and methods used by industry. For additional information, contact: Jack Maraglia at 530-225-4694.
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Industry Partner Helps Sponsor Diesel Technology Program |
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Caterpillar Supports Shasta College New!! 10/02 The Diesel Technology program at Shasta College has had strong support from Caterpillar, with four $50,000 and three $20,000 grants given over the last 10 years. Grants are used to purchase current, up to date equipment for the program as well as provide scholarships for four students each year. Students completing the program with an AS degree and a GPA of 3.0 or higher are prime recruits for employment by Caterpillar, which offers positions starting at $14 per hour. For additional information, contact: Jack Maraglia at 530-225-4694.
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Valley College Academies -Partnerships with Los Angeles Strategic Partners Support Strategic Academies for Student Transition |
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Los Angeles Valley College offers a series of vocational and technical education Academies that serve high school students wanting to transition to the world of work. To support the Academies, Valley College has formed partnerships with the Los Angeles City Fire Department, Los Angeles County Sheriff, California Army National Guard, and the USDA Forest Service. Academies: Fire Instruction, Recruitment and Education Fire Wildlands Emergency Medical Technician Drill Tower Robotics Coming soon: Leadership Academy Sheriff’s Academy For more information, contact John Burke, Tech Prep Director, 818-772-7245.
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DACUM Process Used to Develop Industry-Relevant Curriculum with Partners |
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Shasta College is using the DACUM, (Developing A Curriculum), process to develop a curriculum for their Construction Program in conjunction with local industry partners. The three-tiered, modular, open entry/open exit training program will upgrade the skills of current construction workers, and provide basic skills for entry-level workers. Modules will be: self-paced performance-based certificates upon completion- For more information on the DACUM process, see:
For additional information, contact Ross Tomlin at rtomlin@shastacollege.edu
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Local Auto Repair Shop Owners to Determine Needs through Assessment |
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Shasta College students will take courses that combine 1 hour of lecture with 2 or more hours of lab time so that skills are mastered both conceptually and practically. At the conclusion of the course, students will be placed with an employer for work-based learning and experience. A needs assessment is currently underway with local shop owners to determine needed competencies. Shasta College is using the DACUM, (Developing A Curriculum), process to develop industry-relevant curriculum for their Auto Collision Repair Program. The learning process is enhanced with work-based learning opportunities for students. For more information on the DACUM process see:
For additional information, contact Ross Tomlin at rtomlin@shastacollege.edu
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Academies for High School Students Partner High Schools to Postsecondary Voc- Ed Programs |
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West Los Angeles College offers a Fire Instruction, Recruitment and Education, (F.I.R.E.), vocational and technical education Academy that serves high school students wanting to transition to the world of work. This “School-to-Career” Academy, where actual employers are brought in to provide hands-on instruction to students, seeks to motivate high school students to increase their achievement in academic classes for future careers. Students enroll concurrently in West Los Angeles College courses so they can matriculate directly into a college career path. Currently, a Robotics Academy is in the planning phase, and the college’s Military Science program is seeking linkages to the newly formed Leadership Academy located at Los Angeles Valley College.
For more information, contact Norma Alvarado at: alvaran@WMAIL.WLAC.CC.CA.US
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Vocational English as a Second Language Developed for Partners |
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To meet the needs of the Painters and Allied Trades Union, West Los Angeles College customized English as a Second Language, (ESL), curriculum so that it was integrated into apprenticeship training classes - OSHA safety - painting technique courses. The purpose of the Vocational English as a Second Language, (VESL), program is to promote retention of apprentices in study courses, improve understanding of safety issues, and increase retention within the trades. Union councils on a national level plan to begin implementing the VESL program by July 2003.
For more information, contact Norma Alvarado at: alvaran@WMAIL.WLAC.CC.CA.US
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LEAN Enterprise Program Focuses on Continuous Improvement |
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Through partnerships with key government, business and industry entities, over the past 12 years, West Los Angeles College has provided LEAN Manufacturing training to hundreds of small and medium sized firms. The training focuses on identifying and eliminating waste, while improving quality, reducing cost, and enhancing delivery schedules. The college develops customized curriculum and delivers training, support services and program evaluation to meet the needs of specific businesses/industries. Key partners include aerospace manufacturers and suppliers, including the U.S. Air Force. This year, Northrop adopted the LEAN Enterprise curriculum as part of their standard operating procedures.
For more information, contact Norma Alvarado at: alvaran@WMAIL.WLAC.CC.CA.US
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Learn the basics of developing Affiliations and Partnerships which include association with:
For more information contact: Butte College - Wayne Snodgrass
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Aircraft Industry Production Process Implementing Self-inspection. |
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Economic Development and Continuing Education at For more information contact: Norma Alvarado at alvaran@wmail.wlac.cc.ca.us .
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Seismic Retro-fit and Disability Access Construction. |
College of the
Redwoods has the only Historic Preservation and Restoration program west of the
Partners: Construction Technology offers training to Presidio Trust and National Park Service craftspeople. About 120 Trust and park workers, project managers, and work leaders enrolled.
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