Workforce Training Programs

This 24-hour, week-long course gives students a broad introduction to the world of advanced composites, with a focus on carbon fiber reinforced epoxy systems. This course is offered in a lecture/lab setting with a 30/70 split, respectively. Students will cover lecture topics such as basic measuring, layup notation, science, and math skills required to be a composite technician. In the lab, students will perform five hands-on lab projects covering the fabrication skills and techniques (including leak free vacuum bags!) needed to perform basic pre-impregnated layup and wet layup processes. Chemical and lab safety as well as foreign object debris (FOD) awareness is always practiced. These skills are essential to manufacturing composite parts in the aerospace field. Successful completion of this single-course program meets the requirements to earn the Composite Technician Onboarding Certificate.

This 1-day, 4-hour course introduces composites, how to identify and repair gel coat defects, and provides hands-on practice with repairing damaged parts. As a result of this training, students will be able to identify different reinforcement fabrics, resins, and adhesives; describe the resin infusion process; and demonstrate the appropriate use of tools and materials to repair damaged gel coat. This course contains 1.5 hours of lecture and 2.5 lab hours, all of which will take place in person at Kihomac's facility.

Introduction to advanced composites gives students a broad introduction to the world of advanced composites, with a focus on carbon fiber reinforced epoxy systems. This course is offered in a lecture/lab setting with a 30/70 split, respectively. As a result of this training, students will be able to topics such as basic measuring, layup notation, science, and math skills required to be a composite technician. In the lab, students will perform nine hands-on lab projects covering the fabrication skills and techniques (including leak free vacuum bags!) needed to perform basic pre-impregnated layup, wet layup, resin infusion, filament winding, and roll wrapping processes. Chemical and lab safety as well as foreign object debris (FOD) awareness is always practiced. These skills are essential to manufacturing composite parts in the aerospace, sporting goods, and automotive fields. Successful completion of this single course program meets the requirements to earn the Introduction to Advanced Composites Certificate.

This 80-hour course meets over a four- or five-week period. As a result of this training students will be able to explain the basic components, functions, and terminology of injection molding machines and molds, explain the basic concepts behind part and mold design; develop mold protect procedures; install and pull molds from injection molding machine platens; and demonstrate basic math for molders. Successful completion of this single-course program meets the requirements to earn the Injection Molding Tech I Certificate.

The 81-hour Medical Device Manufacturing: Processes and Practices certificate program includes four required courses. This program addresses the competencies outlined by the medical device industry and covers basic core knowledge and skills required for entry-level positions. Two additional elective courses are also available. Each course content aligns with national industry-recognized standards. A core knowledge and skills certificate will be awarded upon successful completion of all required courses in this program. This training is appropriate for those new to the industry, transitioning from a related discipline or professionals wanting refresher courses. Successful completion of this 4-course program qualifies the student to earn the Medical Device Manufacturing Processes and Practices Certificate.

This 40-hour course runs over one week, with 5 in-person, 8-hour sessions blending theory and hands-on labs. As a result of this training, participants will be able to calculate behavior of basic electrical circuits; predict the current, voltage and power of an electrical circuit using a simulator; measure DC and AC resistance, voltage and current; measure and characterize the behavior of switches, relays, wire, electrical protection devices, indicators, thermocouples and heating elements; and demonstrate and describe safe wiring and grounding practices.

This 24-hr course is taught over three consecutive 8-hr days. As a result of this training, students will be able to determine defects in composite laminates using non-destructive inspection (NDI); repair a flat and angled laminate using flush structural repair (taper sanded); repair porosity from a laminate using fillers; describe scientific principles related to composite materials; and demonstrate use of measuring tools.

This 24hr program is taught over 3 consecutive 8hr days. As a result of this training, students will be able to create and test secondary, co-cure and co-bonds with proper surface preparation and various pressure applications; explain the compatibility of adhesives between metals, plastic, composites and core materials; demonstrate the application of PPE and power tools to trim and sand cured composite structures; and practice flat and curved layups using the pre-preg process.

This 80-hour course meets over a four- or five-week period. As a result of this training, students will be able to create processing procedures for multi-cavity molded parts by applying principles of scientific injection molding; explain basic injection molding press functions and parts; apply industry-specific math concepts; and interpret graphs related to injection molding machine parameters. Successful completion of this single-course program meets the requirements to earn the Principles of Scientific Molding I Certificate.

This 50-hour hybrid course meets over a two-week period. As a result of this training students will learn the skills necessary to begin work as an electrical-focused technician at Stadler Rail. Students will be able to calculate basic math required for electrical assemblers; analyze technical documents such as blueprints and Bill of Materials (BOM) to layout and assemble mixed electrical components; label wiring systems to prevent safety/electrical issues and facilitate traceability; prepare electrical components according to Stadler Rail standards; create a complex motor panel according to Stadler Rail standards.

Learn about building information modeling and the tools for parametric MEP systems design and documentation using Autodesk Revit®. Begin the course by learning the fundamental features of Autodesk Revit MEP, then progressing through schematic design, system analysis and construction documentation, and finish with design visualization.

Learn about building information modeling and the tools for parametric MEP systems design and documentation using Autodesk Revit® MEP. Begin the course by learning the fundamental features of Autodesk Revit MEP, then progressing through schematic design, system analysis and construction documentation, and finishing with design visualization. Successful completion of this one-course program qualifies the student to earn the following two certificates Autodesk™ Certificate of Completion for Revit MEP HVAC-Plumbing and the Workforce Training Certificate for Revit MEP HVAC-Plumbing.

This 2-day, 16-hour course introduces secondary bonding practices and techniques. Allows technicians to apply secondary bonding practices in the field. Apply matrix concepts and determine secondary bonding necessities. Apply learned practices according to industry standards. As a result of this training, students will be able to Apply surface bonding procedures to demonstrate the effectiveness of secondary bonding. Demonstrate the best practices for maintaining carbon fiber. Calculate weights, mixed ratios, cure cycles, and dry times to ensure strong bonding. Apply accelerating cures of the bond.

This course introduces basic to intermediate SolidWorks techniques with a focus on its parametric capabilities. Students will progress from basic design models to full parametric models, assemblies, and drawings. Successful completion of this one-course program qualifies the student to earn the SolidWorks Parametric Modeling certificate.

This 50-hour hybrid course meets over a three-week period. The first two weeks include two hours of online training per day (M-F), and the final week has three 8-hour in-person labs. As a result of this training, students will learn the skills necessary to begin work as a mechanic at Stadler Rail. Students will learn to: describe basic workplace safety including Personal Protective Equipment (PPE), equipment safety, and Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO); calculate basic math required for Mechanical Assemblers; interpret technical documents such as blueprints and Bill of Materials (BOM) to lay-out and assemble mixed material parts; describe different means of corrosion protection; and demonstrate correct bonding procedures. Successful completion of this single-course program meets the requirements to earn the Stadler Mechanical Onboarding Completion Certificate.

This 24-hour certificate program includes one course and meets over three consecutive days. As a result of this training, students will be able to describe basic workplace safety including Personal Protective Equipment, equipment safety, and Lock-Out Tag-Out (LOTO); calculate basic math required for Thermoforming Technicians; interpret technical documents such as blueprints and Bill of Materials (BOM) to layout and assemble mixed material parts; use pneumatic routers and drills with various bits to trim thermoformed parts; and demonstrate correct use of hand tools.

This 24-hour, in person and online hybrid course gives students a broad introduction to the world of advanced composites, with a focus on carbon fiber reinforced epoxy systems. This course is offered in an online at home lecture/on campus in person lab setting with a 40/60 split, respectively. Students will cover lecture topics such as basic measuring, layup notation, science, and layup techniques required to be a composite technician. In the lab, students will perform 3 hands-on lab projects covering the fabrication skills and techniques (including leak free vacuum bags!) needed to perform basic vacuum infusion processes. Chemical and lab safety as well as foreign object debris (FOD) awareness is always practiced. These skills are essential to manufacturing composite parts in the aerospace field. Successful completion of this single-course program meets the requirements to earn the Infusion Composite Technician Certificate.

This 24hr program is taught over 3 consecutive 8hr days. As a result of this training, students will be able to create and test secondary, co-cure and co-bonds with proper surface preparation and various pressure applications; explain the compatibility of adhesives between metals, plastic, composites and core materials; demonstrate the application of PPE and power tools to trim and sand cured composite structures; and practice flat and curved layups using core materials with the vacuum infusion process.

As a result of this training, students will be able to (1) describe workplace and food safety relevant to a highly automated production environment (2) calculate basic math required for technicians (3) interpret technical documents such as standard operating procedures and bill of materials to operate automated equipment (4) demonstrate lean manufacturing and 6 sigma principles to reduce process time and (5) describe Vobev company HR and EHS policies and operations.

This 16-hour course includes one course and meets over two consecutive days. As a result of this training, students will be able to describe workplace and food safety relevant to a highly automated production environment, calculate basic math required for technicians, interpret technical documents such as standard operating procedures and bill of materials to operate automated equipment, demonstrate lean manufacturing and 6-sigma principles to reduce process time, and describe Vobev company HR and EHS policies and operations.

Secondary co-cure and co-bonding Adhesive compatibility between metals, plastics, composites and core materials Part finishing Wet layups with core materials

-Hazard prevention -Fabrication w/wo vacuum bagging -Part traveler interpretation and application -Advanced Manufacturing Composites Vocabulary -Evaluate characteristics of Composite materials

This 24hr course is taught over three consecutive 8hr days. As a result of this training, students will be able to fabricate a plug from an existing object and wet layup a composite mold using the plug; identify the properties and performance trade-offs of various composite tooling materials; explain the principles of mold design; and demonstrate the correct use of in-mold coatings. 90% of this class will be hands on lab time, while 10% will be lectures.