Technical / Trade
Introduction to Woodworking
Code: W14-420b
Price: $245.00
Instructor: Ian Meli, UCT Carpentry instructor with over 15 years’ experience in the field as a shop and finish carpenter.
Day/Time: Tuesday 5:30-(:00pm
Start Date: April 1
Fees: $245
Number of Class Meetings: 7 sessions
Course Description:
New students create an Adirondack chair while returning students create a project of their choosing such as a bookcase, end table, checkerboard, etc. Learn to safely and confidently operate stationary shop power tools to create a project of your choosing such as a bookcase, entertainment center, end table, checkerboard, etc. Topics include: shop safety, use of hand tools, project selection, scaled drawings and planning and project building. Learn Built-in techniques. There is individual guidance throughout all phases of project completion. There is individual guidance though-out all phases of the project to completion. Students are responsible for supplying their own lumber and will need to bring a scale ruler, tape rule, pencil, note paper and safety glasses to each class. Some lumber may be available for purchase. Dress in appropriate shop apparel. .4 Week Nail Technician Licensing Course
Code: S14-432
Price: $775.00
Instructor: Susan Viens, cosmotogy instructor at Assabet Vocational School
Day/Time: Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday 8am-1pm
Start Date: June 30 - No Class on July 3 and 4
Fees: $775
Number of Class Meetings: 100 Hours
Course Description:
Upon completion, students will be eligible to take the exam for a Massachusetts Manicure License. The course will cover both theory and hands-on practice and includes such topics as safety/sanitation; first aid; hygiene and anatomy; basic manicuring with hand and arm massage; artificial nail techniques; gel and wrap techniques; professional ethics; and salon management. /p> TEXTBOOK REQUIREMENT: Milady's Standard Nail Technology ISBN: 978-1435497689 Must be purchased by student prior to the start of class. Nail kit is not included in Fee.Electrical Apprenticeship - Level I
Code: W14-400
Price: $385.00
Day/Time: Tuesdays & Thursdays 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: January 14
Fees: $385 if paid in full by Jan 14. After Jan 14 the fee is $450 which must be paid by Mar 11 in order to continue in the class. Note: hours for this semester will not count if tuition is not paid in full by Mar 11. Make up hours available at extra cost
Number of Class Meetings: 75 Hours
Course Description:
Electrical Level I will be an introduction to safety on the job, writing a job description, terms of the trade, basic electron theory, a review of math skills, DC Theory, energy and power, electrical conductors and wire sizes, batteries, magnets and magnetic fields. Also covered are generation of electromotive force, basic understanding of motors and generators, introduction into the code book, grounding and practical writing, diagrams and switching. The class concludes with an exam. If students pass they will proceed to Electrical 2. Students need to purchase: NFPA 70®: National Electrical Code® (NEC®), 2014 Edition ISBN: 978-0738184180Electrical Apprenticeship-Level II
Code: W14-401
Price: $385.00
Day/Time: Tuesday/Thursday - 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: January 14
Fees: $385 if paid in full by Jan 14. After Jan 14 the fee is $450 which must be paid by Mar 11 in order to continue in the class. Note: hours for this semester will not count if tuition is not paid in full by Mar 11. Make up hours available at extra cost
Number of Class Meetings: 75 Hours
Course Description:
Electrical 2 will review Electrical 1 and also cover series, parallel and series/parallel circuits, alternating current principals, AC theory, AC power, power factor and power factor corrections and three phase services. Also covered are making use of tables in the code book, proper use of code book tables and formulas and practice working on code questions in preparation for exams. The class concludes with an exam. If students pass they will proceed to Electrical 3. Students need to purchase: NFPA 70®: National Electrical Code® (NEC®), 2014 Edition ISBN: 978-0738184180Electrical Apprenticeship- Level III
Code: W14-403
Price: $385.00
Day/Time: Tuesday/Thursday - 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: January 14
Fees: $385 if paid in full by Jan 14. After Jan 14 the fee is $450 which must be paid by Mar 11 in order to continue in the class. Note: hours for this semester will not count if tuition is not paid in full by Mar 11. Make up hours available at extra cost
Number of Class Meetings: 75 Hours
Course Description:
Electrical 3 will be a review of Electrical 1 &2 and also a review of A/C theory, three phase calculations, series, parallel and their combination, branch circuit calculations, feeder and service calculations and requirements,motor controls, low voltage system and controls, review of Massachusetts code and Amendments and learn various types of incandescent bases. At the conclusion of the class an exam will be given and if the students pass they will go onto Level 4. Students need to purchase: NFPA 70®: National Electrical Code® (NEC®), 2014 Edition ISBN: 978-0738184180Electrical Apprenticeship- Level IV
Code: W14-404
Price: $385.00
Day/Time: Monday/Wednesday - 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: January 14
Fees: $385 if paid in full by Jan 14. After Jan 14 the fee is $450 which must be paid by Mar 11 in order to continue in the class. Note: hours for this semester will not count if tuition is not paid in full by Mar 11. Make up hours available at extra cost
Number of Class Meetings: 75 Hours
Course Description:
Electrical 4 will be a review of Electrical 1,2,3. It will also cover extensive code questions and code table review questions, review circuit problems for AC/DC and help prepare the apprentice for taking the electrical exam. Students need to purchase: NFPA 70®: National Electrical Code® (NEC®), 2014 Edition ISBN: 978-0738184180Electrical Apprenticeship - Masters
Code: W14-405
Price: $385.00
Day/Time: TBA
Start Date: TBA
Fees: $385
Course Description:
This Master’s Course is designed to include Electrical Contractors, Electrical Inspectors and qualified Licensed Electricians. This course will include AC/DC theory, leading,and lagging circuits, DC and AC motors and controls as well as demand factor calculation for residential, commercial and industrial applications, National Electrical Code Review, estimating & Massachusetts Master & System Contractor, Business & Law, Review of all subjects covered in 600 hour Journeyman Course and job safety.Auto Damage Appraiser
Code: W14-413
Price: $399.00
Instructor: Sue Conena, I-CAR certified, has taught the Auto Damage Appraiser Course for the past 19 years.
Day/Time: Tuesday & Thursday 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: April 8
Fees: $399 Workbook included
Number of Class Meetings: 10 sessions
Course Description:
If you are currently involved in the field of auto body repair or if you would just like to learn the trade of auto damage appraising, this five week course will give you a jump start to a successful career in the demanding field of Auto Damage Appraising. Now that the Auto Insurance Industry has deregulated in the State of Massachusetts, an increase number of Auto Insurers are now entering the State and there is a need for qualified licensed auto appraisers in both the Auto Body Repair and Insurance fields. This course is designed to properly prepare you to gain the knowledge of auto insurance and state regulations while attaining the essential learning tools needed to write auto damage appraisals. Each successful student will receive a certificate from this course which is an approved course by the Auto Damage Appraiser Licensing Board. In addition to this course, the student will need to complete a three-month apprenticeship with a licensed Massachusetts Auto Appraiser in order to apply and qualify to take the Massachusetts Auto Appraiser Exam.New! Gas Fitter Tier I
Code: W14-414
Price: $385.00
Instructor: Kevin Connolly, Master Plumber
Day/Time: Monday/Wednesday - 5:30-8:30pm
Start Date: January 13
Fees: $385 if paid in full by Jan 13. After Jan 13 the fee is $450 which must be paid by March 11 in order to continue in the class. Note: hours for this semester will not count if tuition is not paid in full by march 11.
Number of Class Meetings: 55 Hours
Course Description:
This class consists of 55 hours of the and meets the requirements toward the 330 hours required by the Commonwealth of Massachusetts for those who wish to take the Gas Fitters' Exam. Topics include: Introduction to Gas Fitting, Safety & Installation Practices, General Provisions for Gas Work in Massachusetts, Qualifications, Education and Experience for Licensure, Massachusetts Modifications to Sections of NFPA-54, Gas Piping System Design, Material and Components,and Gas PipingIntroduction to Woodworking
Code: S15-420
Price: $245.00
Instructor: Ian Meli, UCT Carpentry Instructor with over 15 years in the field as a shop and finish carpenter.
Day/Time: Monday 5:30-8:30pm
Start Date: June 2
Fees: $245
Number of Class Meetings: 6 sessions
Course Description:
New students create an Adirondack chair while returning students create a project of their choosing such as a bookcase, end table, checkerboard, etc. Learn to safely and confidently operate stationary shop power tools to create a project of your choosing such as a bookcase, entertainment center, end table, checkerboard, etc. Topics include: shop safety, use of hand tools, project selection, scaled drawings and planning and project building. Learn Built-in techniques. There is individual guidance throughout all phases of project completion. There is individual guidance though-out all phases of the project to completion. Students are responsible for supplying their own lumber and will need to bring a scale ruler, tape rule, pencil, note paper and safety glasses to each class. Some lumber may be available for purchase. Dress in appropriate shop apparel.Introduction to Welding
Code: S15-425
Price: $379.00
Instructor: Darryl E. Brito, Certified Pipe Welder & Fitter.
Day/Time: Monday - 6:00-8:30pm
Start Date: June 23
Fees: $379
Number of Class Meetings: 6 sessions
Course Description:
In this course, you will learn all the basics of stick welding and how to run flats and verticals including safety on the job. It is a hands-on course. Work the bench under the guidance of the instructor. Long jeans and boots required. Class limited to 7 enrollmentsConstruction Supervisors Pre-Licensing Course
Code: S15-475
Price: $229.00
Instructor: Roger Laporte, Certified Inspector of Buildings, Construction Supervisor License with over 25 years of teaching experience.
Day/Time: Monday 6:00-9:00pm
Start Date: June 2
Fees: $229
Number of Class Meetings: 6 sessions