LEED PROFESSIONAL ACCREDITATION CLASS

Leadership in Energy and Environmental Design (LEED), developed and administered by the U.S. Green Building Council, is the most widely recognized and respected third party certification program for "Green" buildings. This 24-hour class is an introduction to some of the specifics of sustainability and building Green, the LEED rating system, and how to start the process to become a LEED Green Associate and on to the Accredited Professional status if desired. Class will run on Mondays and Wednesday evenings for three weeks beginning March 5. Sign up now and get started on the path to become a LEED GA!

Please email Kate: kmino@metrojatc.org (or call - 651.779.6264)

PRO-10 CERTIFICATION CLASS

Pro-10 Certification Class is scheduled for three Wednesday evenings beginning February 29. This is a 12-hour professional skills training class that goes beyond technical training. A few of the core topics covered are: Professionalism, Safety, Communication, Mutual Respect and Changing Perceptions. You will receive the PRO-10 certification card upon successful completion of this class. Some metro area job sites will soon be requiring you to have this card in order to work on that site, just like the requirement for an OSHA-30 card. All Metro Area apprentices currently in school are receiving this training and getting their cards. Don't limit your options for work, we highly recommend you take this class now!

SIGN UP IS EASY!

kmino@metrojatc.org     OR     651.779.6264

STAINLESS STEEL WELDING & FINISHING CLASS - starts February 9!

This 56-hour STAINLESS STEEL WELDING & FINISHING CLASS is designed to teach you some basic skills in TIG welding and grinding and finishing stainless steel to food grade (NSF) standards. Course content will include purge welding, warpage control, bend allowances, grinding and finishing, knowledge of tools and abrasives, common practices for fab and install, etc. Two or three stainless steel projects are fabricated in this class. Time will be made available within this class for individuals who wish to learn how to weld aluminum or other metals.  This class is limited to 10 students. 

Confirm your place today:  kmino@metrojatc.org     OR     651.779.6264

REFRIGERANT HANDLING - CFC CERTIFICATION CLASS

We need just a few more members to sign up for REFRIGERANT HANDLING - CFC CERTIFICATION CLASS so that we can get this class scheduled.  Here is the class description:

• This is a 12-hour class with the test for certification on the last night. It is a difficult test and should not be taken without the course instruction first. This is not a "hands on" class, the material covered is all in the classroom. If you pass the test, you will hold the card that is the Environmental protection Agency's certification to purchase and handle refrigerants as outlined in Section 608 of the Clean Air Act. The fine for improperly handling refrigerants can be up to $10,000. 

Please contact Kate to put your name on this class list today:

kmino@metrojatc.org     OR     651.779.6264

MSHA CERTIFICATION CLASS - STARTING SOON!

We will be scheduling a MINE SAFETY & HEALTH ADMINISTRATION (MSHA) CLASS soon. MSHA certification is required for a lot of project sites up on the Iron Range as well as for work in cement plants everywhere. You will receive the MSHA-24 certifcation card upon successful completion of this class. Increase your options and get this card! Please note that unlike an OSHA card, the MSHA card requires eight hours of refresher training every year in order to maintain it. 

Contact the Training Center today to get your name on the list for this class:

kmino@metrojatc.org     OR     651.779.6264

 

PLASMA TABLE OPERATION CLASS - Starts January 31

PLASMA TABLE OPERATIONS CLASS is designed to teach you how to run a plasma table. You will learn how to draw a custom part on a computer, load it into the plasma table and cut it. You will then learn to enter some stock HVAC type fittings and cut and label them. Some time will be spent learning how to read labels for forming as well so you learn all aspects of the table use, from data entry to forming up.

SIGN UP TODAY!

kmino@metrojatc.org     OR     651.779.6264

MECHANICAL CODE CLASS STARTS JANUARY 5

Mechanical Code Class will be starting on January 5.  It is a 32-hour daytime class and is based on the 2009 MN State Mechanical, Fuel Gas, and Plumbing Code.  This class will also help prepare you for the Twin Cities Warm Air & Ventilation Competency Exam.  It is also very helpful for foremen and superintendents as well as detailers and estimators.  Participants in this class are required to provide their own code book.  For your convenience, code books will be available (at our cost) at the Training Center.

Please contact Kate to sign up for this class:

kmino@metrojatc.org     OR     651.779.6264