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Erie Institute of Technology Regional Industry-Specific
Training Office

Main Campus
940 Millcreek Mall
Erie, PA 16565
Phone: 814-868-9900 ext. 202
Toll-free:  1- 866-868-ERIE

E-mail: MarieW@ErieIT.edu

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Scheduled Classes

Current listing of scheduled classes, workshops & seminars
Classes are scheduled on an ongoing basis.  Check back for new listings.

TECHNICAL CLASSES | MACHINING CLASSES | MAINTENANCE CLASSES | WELDING CLASSES

WINTER CLASSES 2012

A certificate of completion will be awarded for each Continuing Education Class or Seminar. All classes are subject to minimum class sizes. Class schedules may be rescheduled, postponed, or cancelled. Books/supplies are not included in class tuition and are the responsibility of the students. Payment Options: Personal Check, Cash, MasterCard, Payment Plan, Company Check or Pre-approved Company Purchase Order.

Contact Marie Whipple at 814-868-9900 or MarieW@ErieIT.edu to register.

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TECHNICAL CLASSES

Blueprint Reading 1
Tuesday – January 17 – February 28, 2012 - 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.    

Learn the fundamentals of reading and interpreting information on industrial blueprints with emphasis on manufacturing applications. Topics may include: basics of drawing interpretation, terminology and notations, one, two, and three view projections, machining symbols and sectional views. Register today with Marie Whipple at MarieW@ErieIT.edu or call 868-9900 Ext. 202.

Intro to Shop Mathematics
Thursday – January 26 – March 8, 2012 - 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Learn mathematics used in the shop environment. Students will become competent in solving
problems involving whole numbers, common and decimal fractions, percentages, equations, and basic principles of measurement. Students must have a scientific calculator – TI-30X11 recommended. Register today with Marie Whipple at MarieW@ErieIT.edu or call 868-9900 Ext. 202.

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
Tuesday – March 6 – April 17, 2012 - 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.

Learn the Geometric Dimensioning principles applications to engineering designs. The following areas will be covered: geometric symbols, feature control frames, datums, positional tolerance, and basic rules. Register today with Marie Whipple at MarieW@ErieIT.edu or call 868-9900 Ext. 202.

MACHINING CLASSES

G Code Programming
Wednesday – February 8 – April 11, 2012 - 6:00-9:00 p.m.

This class will include hands on experience with G & M programming on simulators. Be able to write a program from scratch with the following understandings. Knowledge of rapid traverse, linear interpolation, and circular arcs using a drawing will be taught. Learn about work offsets, different coordinate systems, tool definition to include proper tooling, tool length, tool diameter control, along with cutter compensations. Reference points and safety returns will be covered.. Register today with Marie Whipple at MarieW@ErieIT.edu or call 868-9900 Ext. 202.

MAINTENANCE CLASSES

Pneumatics
M/W – January 30 – March 12, 2012 - 6:00-9:00 p.m.  

This is a supervised lab course that applies the principles and applications of pneumatics as it applies to power and industrial equipment. Topics include: pneumatic principles, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting. Register today with Marie Whipple at MarieW@ErieIT.edu or call 868-9900 Ext. 202.

Essentials of Electricity
Wednesdays – January 18 – March 21, 2012 - 6:00-9:00 p.m.     

Learn basic electricity through theory and hands on application labs with group projects. The following topics will be discussed: Ohm's law, AC and DC, electrical safety, electric meters, voltage, current, and resistance, electrical terminology, electrical drawings, choosing the right type of wire, National Electric Code and simple troubleshooting.Register today with Marie Whipple at MarieW@ErieIT.edu or call 868-9900 Ext. 202.

Electric Motor Control and Logic
Monday – January 30 – April 16, 2012- 6:00 – 9:00 p.m.  

Design and development of relay logic systems necessary for installing, operating and maintaining industrial relay motor control systems. Emphasis is on electrical and electronic techniques of signal acquisition and control. Topics may include: single phase control, three phase control, overload prevention devices, starters, and speed controls.
Prerequisite: Electrical experience. Register today with Marie Whipple at MarieW@ErieIT.edu or call 868-9900 Ext. 202.

Introduction to PLCs (Programmable Logic Controllers)
T/TH – January 24 – March 8, 2012 – 6:00-9:00 p.m.           

Learn the basic concepts of programmable logic controls. Hands on using RS Logix 500 and Allen Bradley 503 PLCs. Topics may include an overview of PLCs, input/output modules, memory structure, and programming basics. Register today with Marie Whipple at MarieW@ErieIT.edu or call 868-9900 Ext. 202.

Welding

Welding for Production and Maintenance Personnel
Wednesday – January 18 – March 21, 2012 - 6:00-9:00 p.m.                                                 

Prerequisite: Prior Welding experience in SMAW and GMAW/FCAW, Oxy Fuel (Torches) Student should have welding hood, chipping hammer, wire brush, welding jacket/leathers, tape, soapstone, safety glasses, gloves and appropriate clothing for welding. This course is designed to help people in the production and maintenance field with prior welding experience. The course is primarily hands on training for the student in the following processes: Oxy/Fuel – Torch and Track Cutting, Brazing, SMAW (Stick Welding), GMAW or FCAW (MIG Welding) flat and vertical positions. GTAW (TIG) is also available. Note: Pipe welding material would be extra. Register today with Marie Whipple at MarieW@ErieIT.edu or call 868-9900 Ext. 202.

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