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Education for Advancement Dakota County Technical College programs designed for careers in the Manufacturing Industry Industrial & Energy Plant Maintenance Industrial & Energy Plant Maintenance Diploma (45 credits) Overview With training in the Industrial & Energy Plant Maintenance program you will obtain the necessary skills to maintain manufacturing, industry, and energy plants. Modern manufacturing, industry and energy plants are highly complicated and require a skilled worker to maintain them. This program prepares students with a foundation in the theory, application and principles of these complicated environments. This includes the proper installation, maintenance and troubleshooting of mechanical, electrical, electronic, electromechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic power equipment. Our programs also focus on bearings and seals, print reading, preventative/ predictive maintenance, safety, welding, laser alignment, and vibration analysis. The Industrial & Energy Plant Maintenance program is an ideal choice for students with good mechanical aptitude who take pride in their work. Nanoscience Technology Nanoscience Technolog A.A.S. Degree (72 credits) Overview This program prepares students for careers in biotech, materials and electronics industries. The curriculum is a combination of classroom, online and laboratory experiences, with hands on use of nanoscale equipment in all four semesters. Students have several opportunities for individual research and exploration of nanoscale concepts. Offered in partnership with the University of Minnesota, the program provides skills and knowledge required for employment in a large number of companies. The DCTC program also provides a starting point to four year degrees at multiple institutions in many degree programs. Processes of scientific inquiry, experiment and research design, critical thinking, and communication are aspects that are woven into each course.vc Technical Management HOT JOB, COOL COMPANY Technical Management Degree (60 credits) GENERAL LABOR Overview This program provides you with the knowledge, skills and abilities to succeed in leadership positions and enhances career mobility. The program is highly individualized based on your interests and previous experience by completing a credit for prior learning assessment process. You can leverage your specific technical field with the required Business Management emphasis. Welding Technology Welding Technology Diploma (36 credits) Overview The Welding Program offers a variety of training in different welding processes specific to our trade. Students will gain knowledge through theory in class and hands on experience in the welding lab. The major topics and welding processes will be covered in this nine-month course to ready the student for entry level positions in the industry. Subjects that are covered include: Shielded Metal Arc, Gas Metal Arc, Flux Cored Arc, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Processes Oxy/Fuel, Plasma Arc, Carbon Air Arc Cutting and Gouging Processes. Students will work with a variety of metals which include: Steel, Stainless Steel, and Aluminum. Shop Fabrication, Blueprint Reading, Math, Visual Inspection, Safety are covered in the curriculum. HVAC & Refrigeration Technology HVAC & Refrigeration Diploma (39 credits) Overview Employment of HVAC/R technicians is expected to increase faster than average for all occupations through the year 2022. The goal of DCTC’s Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Diploma program is to provide students with the entry level knowledge and skills required to safely install, maintain, troublesh oot and repair today’s technologically advanced HVAC/R systems. Through group discussions, lectures and hands-on laboratory experience with actual HVAC/R equipment, this program helps students become successful in this exciting industry career. Interested applicants should possess strong basic math skills and mechanical aptitude. Each student will be prepared and required to pass the EPA Section 608 refrigerant handling certification exam. To learn more, visit dctc.edu. Express Employment Professionals 8275 210th Street West Lakeville, MN 55044 [phone] www.expressHRcenter.com [email protected] Starting Salary: $13.00/hour Job Description: We have a variety of General Labor positions. The jobs include stacking, measuring, cutting with box cutter, digging, bagging and more! Where/How to Apply: Apply online or call! HOT JOB, COOL COMPANY PRODUCTION WORK – GENERAL CONSTRUCTION WORK – LANDSCAPING – RECREATION WORKERS – BUILDING MAINTENANCE – MEAT CUTTING – WOOD WORKING Valley Staffing 8500 210th Street West Lakeville, MN 55044 [phone] www.valleystaffing.com Education Requirements: High School Starting Wage: $12 to $14 per hour Job Description: We have many jobs in the aforementioned categories. A candidate can start with experience and the client is willing to train quality candidates. Advancement Opportunities: Candidate’s who with good attendance and good work ethic will always have advancement opportunities. Having great soft skills is an important factor in moving up. Where/How to Apply: Apply in Person at Valley Staffing Lakeville MN Lakeville inDemand 33