Technical Skills

 

* CGTC offers a range of Technical Skills classes, please call 478-757-3445 to register.

 

PLC Training Course Level 1 – 5 Week Course | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM ($525)

The PLC Training Course is a 30 hour, 5-week course conducted in a modern, well-equipped lab. This course concentrates on developing skills for the Entry Level PLC Craftsperson and the basics of PLC Programming. Participants learn basic ladder Logic from discrete I/O through Timers, Counters, Compare, and Math.

  • Macon Campus
    TBD
    5 Week Course
    Meets on Wednesdays & Thursdays
    6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

PLC Training Course Level 2 – 10 Day Class | 6:00 PM – 9:00 PM ($525)

This PLC course concentrates on developing skills for the Intermediate Level PLC Craftsperson. It introduces the student to the next level of the PLC programming. Students learn ControlLogix; Chassis Configuration, TAG Configuration, Introduction to HMI Programming, Peer to Peer Communications.

The course enables students to update and improve their PLC skills and is designed to meet the local industry needs for continually updating employee PLC skills.

Call today to reserve your space in the class, seating limited.

  • Macon Campus
    TBD
    5 Week Course
    Meets on Wednesdays & Thursdays
    6:00 PM – 9:00 PM

Introduction to Lean – 1 Day Class | 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM ($275)

This course is designed to provide an introduction to a different process mindset, that will revolutionize your business through an innovated systematic approach that is customized to your business management and processes, yielding real performance results.

The course introduces participants to the LEAN methodology, the five (5) principles of Lean, the seven (7) process wastes, the importance and results of flow vs. batch, plus introduce five (5) process improvement tools: the A3 model, kaizen, 5S, value stream mapping/analysis and cells.

The students will participate in at least three (3) exercises/simulations to ensure the concepts are understood and retained.

  • Macon Campus
    TBD

 


Electric Vehicle Fundamentals

The online electrification courses will prepare trainees to work in the electric transportation and energy storage industries. The courses are designed for entry-level positions in the areas of automotive assembly and production for electric vehicles.

Topics include:

  • High Energy Batteries
  • Lithium-Ion Battery Handling
  • Introduction to Electric Mobility
  • Manufacturing
  • Overview of Electric Vehicle
  • Components
  • Safety
  • Maintenance

Call 478-757-3445 for more information.


Six Sigma: Total Quality Fundamentals – Online ($139)

 

In this course you will learn how to effectively apply the fundamentals of total quality. You will gain understanding of what quality is and learn about the history of the quality movement. You will discover the role of customers in quality and determine the major elements of a quality system.


Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (Exam Cost Included) – Online ($1,695)

This course will teach you Lean Six Sigma process improvement projects from start to finish. Green Belts can deliver measurable, sustainable improvement by finding the root causes of problems and streamlining processes. The course was developed to meet today’s changing business environments and is facilitated by highly experienced and successful Lean Six Sigma Experts. It draws on what the experts practice every day in the field to provide you with the most effective way to learn and implement Lean Six Sigma.


Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt (Exam Cost Included) – Online ($295)

In the Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt course, you will learn about the origins of Lean Six Sigma and why organizations benefit from it, the Lean Six Sigma roles, each of the 8 wastes, the improvement method known as DMAIC, and the main tools and techniques used in each of the five phases of DMAIC. You’ll see the world with new eyes and understand how Lean Six Sigma can transform your workplace or home. Finally, you will be prepared for the Lean Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification exam after successful completion and financial obligation. The exam cost is included in your enrollment.


UAS Remote Pilot Certificate –  ($190)
Test Prep for FAA Part 107 Exam (Online)

This course is designed to help you prepare for the FAA Remote Pilot written exam. This is the only resource that you will need to pass the test. This course includes lectures, split between easy-to-follow videos organized in 10 chapters. The course covers all the subject areas highlighted by the FAA under 14 CFR Part 107.73.


Freight Broker/Agent Training – Online ($1895)

Become part of the exciting trucking, freight logistics, and transportation industries as a licensed freight broker or as a freight broker agent. Freight broker training will help you learn the skills you need to be a successful Freight Broker/Agent. From licensing and operations to sales and marketing, you’ll learn the basics of how to run a domestic freight brokerage or agency in the United States.


 

Home Inspection Certificate – Online ($2495)

The Home Inspection Certificate Course covers the principal components, procedures, and processes of home inspection. This course has also been approved by the American Society of Home Inspectors (ASHI) and various home inspector organizations and regulatory boards for membership renewal credits or continuing education credits. It is also one component of the steps required to obtain a NIBI Certified Inspector credential.


Mechatronics – Online ($1,995)

The Mechatronics course provides an intensive overview of the skills necessary for the mechatronics industry. You will learn math, inspection, safety, quality, electrical systems, automation, mechanical systems, fluid systems, rigging, and welding in Mechatronics.


Press Operator: Hot Stamping – Online ($1,495)

A Press Operator is responsible for the routine production of a coil-fed stamping press. This course provides an intensive overview of the skills necessary for hot stamping press work. You will learn the math, inspection, safety, materials, quality, stamping, forming, and automation to work as a hot stamping press operator.

Press Operator: Cold Stamping – Online ($1,495)

The course provides an intensive overview of the skills necessary for cold stamping press work. You will learn about math, inspection, safety, materials, quality, stamping, forming, and automation as you prepare for a successful career as a press operator performing cold stamping.


Quality Inspector – Online ($1,995)

This accelerated Quality Inspector course provides an intensive overview of the skills necessary for quality assurance and inspection, including math, inspection, safety, materials, quality, and management.


Manufacturing Applications – $139 (Online)

Learn how successful organizations effectively use master production scheduling (MPS), production activity control (PAC), material requirements planning (MRP), and inventory management.