2009 Summer Institute at the CPCC Harper Campus
“Trade Up” to a new career in a high-demand industry, or save time and money by handling your own home improvement projects.
So whether you’re seeking your first job, pursuing a career change, wanting to advance your current career, or just want to learn a home improvement skill, let the CPCC Harper Campus put you on the path to success.
SMAW FULL PENETRATION PIPE
WLX7110
This condensed class is designed to take an advanced level welder and prep them for a full penetration on 6”diameter schedule 80 !6G! pipe test with backing using the SMAW(E7018 electrodes) process on carbon steel. Students will be required to bring all necessary safety and welding gear. Student accident insurance is required. All necessary book, literature, and handouts will be provided for the class. American Welding Society, AWS, certification is provided as a separate class after completion. (WLX-7108).
GTAW PIPE
WLX7112
This condensed class is designed to take an entry level welder and prep them for a full penetration “6G” or “6F 2”Dia Schedule 80 pipe using the GTAW(ER70 S-2) process on carbon steel. Students will be required to bring all necessary safety and welding gear and support equipment(grinders, etc.). Student accident insurance is required. All necessary book, literature, and handouts will be provided for the class. American Welding Society, AWS, certification is provided as a separate class after completion.
AWS, AMERICAN WELDING SOCIETY CERTIFICATIONTEST, PIPE 6G OR 6F
WLX8106
This class covers testing certification under the American Welding Society, AWS. This is a 6G or 6F test on pipe and lead by one of our AWS Certified Welding Inspectors. Students will be responsible for their own appropriate welding (hand tools, grinder, etc) and safety gear (mask, gloves, etc) Student Accident Insurance is required to attend this class. Any questions please contact 704.330.4424. All positions available call for details.
Plate Welding
SMAW (STICK) WELDING-FLAT, HORIZONTAL, VERTICAL
WLX7006
This condensed class is designed to take an entry level welder and prep them for a full penetration “3G” plate test with backing using the SMAW(E7018 electrodes) process on carbon steel. Students will be required to bring all necessary safety and welding gear. Student accident insurance is required. All necessary book, literature, and handouts will be provided for the class. American Welding Society, AWS, certification is provided as a separate class after completion.
AWS, AMERICAN WELDING SOCIETY CERTIFICATIONTEST, PLATE 3G
WLX7103
This class covers testing certification under the American Welding Society, AWS. This is a 3G test on Carbon Steel and lead by one of our AWS Certified Welding Inspectors. Students will be responsible for their own appropriate welding (hand tools, grinder, etc) and safety gear (mask, gloves, etc) Student Accident Insurance is required to attend this class. Any questions please contact 704.330.4424.
AWS, AMERICAN WELDING SOCIETY CERTIFICATIONTEST, PLATE 4G
WLX7104
This class covers testing certification under the American Welding Society, AWS. This is a 4G test on Carbon Steel and lead by one of our AWS Certified Welding Inspectors. Students will be responsible for their own appropriate welding (hand tools, grinder, etc) and safety gear (mask, gloves, etc) Student Accident Insurance is required to attend this class. Any questions please contact 704.330.4424. All positions available call for details.
GTAW PLATE
WLX7136
This condensed class is designed to take an entry level welder and prep them for a full penetration “3G” plate 1/4” test without backing using the GTAW(ER70 S-2) process on carbon steel plate. Students will be required to bring all necessary safety and welding gear and support equipment (grinders, etc.). Student accident insurance is required. All necessary book, literature, and handouts will be provided for the class. American Welding Society, AWS, certification is provided as a separate class after completion.
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BRICKLAYING BASICS
MAS 7001
A course covering the fundamental techniques and practice in the building of
brick walls, steps, corners, chimneys, and other brick structures. Emphasis is
placed on the correct use of the mason’s trowel, level, plumb line and tape
measure. Job safety and safe work habits will be covered.
INTRODUCTIONTO BRICK MASONRY
MAS7002
BrickMasonry Training is an intensive program designed to teach participants
the fundamental knowledge and skills necessary to enter and advance in the
brick mason’s trade.Major emphasis is placed on participant’s mastery of the
correct procedures, methods, & techniques utilized in laying brick & block. In
addition to instruction in the correct use of equipment, materials, and tools,
participants will have extensive practice in laying brick and block with individualized
instruction in order to help them develop their skill proficiency and
production speed. The different types and uses of concrete mixing and joints are
also covered. During the final weeks of the course, participants will have the
opportunity to further develop their skills.
CODE QUALIFICATION - BUILDING LEVEL II COD7102
The Building Level II course is designed for the education and training of the Building Level II code enforcement official who has the responsibility of inspecting all types of construction up to 60,000 square feet in size and is built upon information presented in the Building Level I Standard Inspection course. Upon completion, course participants will have a better understanding of the Building Code and the Accessibility Code of the North Carolina State Building Code and will be able to apply the Code in the inspection field. In addition, with the successful completion of the Building Level II and the Law and Administration courses in conjunction with other education and experience requirements specified by the North Carolina Code Officials Qualification Board, course participants will be eligible to take the Building Level II State examination for inspector certification.
CODE QUALIFICATION - ELECTRICAL LEVEL II
COD7105
The Electrical Level II course is designed for the education and training of the Electrical Level II code enforcement official who has the responsibility of inspecting electrical installations in all types of construction up to 60,000 square feet in size and is built upon information presented in the Electrical Level I Standard Inspection course. Upon completion, course participants will have a better understanding of the Electrical Code of the North Carolina State Building Code and will be able to apply the Code in the inspection field. In addition, with the successful completion of the Electrical Level II and the Law and Administration courses in conjunction with other education and experience requirements specified by the North Carolina Code Officials Qualification Board, course participants will be eligible to take the Electrical Level II State examination for inspector certification.
CODE QUALIFICATION - MECHANICAL LEVEL II
COD7108
The Mechanical Level II course is designed for the education and training of the Mechanical Level II code enforcement official who has the responsibility of inspecting mechanical installations in all types of construction up to 60,000 square feet in size and is built upon information presented in the Mechanical Level I Standard Inspection course. Upon completion, course participants will have a better understanding of the Mechanical Code and the Fuel Gas Code of the North Carolina State Building Code and will be able to apply the Code in the inspection field. In addition, with the successful completion of the Mechanical Level II and the Law and Administration courses in conjunction with other education and experience requirements specified by the North Carolina Code Officials Qualification Board, course participants will be eligible to take the Mechanical Level II State examination for inspector certification.
CODE QUALIFICATION - PLUMBING LEVEL II
COD7111
The Plumbing Level II course is designed for the education and training of the Plumbing Level II code enforcement official who has the responsibility of inspecting plumbing installations in all types of construction up to 60,000 square feet in size and is built upon information presented in the Plumbing Level I Standard Inspection course. Upon completion, course participants will have a better understanding of the Plumbing Code of the North Carolina State Building Code and will be able to apply the Code in the inspection field. In addition, with the successful completion of the Plumbing Level II and the Law and Administration courses in conjunction with other education and experience requirements specified by the North Carolina Code Officials Qualification Board, course participants will be eligible to take the Plumbing Level II State examination for inspector certification.
NORTH CAROLINA 2009 RESIDENTIAL BUILDING CODE
COD8000
This course will cover the changes in the NC 2009 Residential Building code and will cover the information in Chapters 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11 and appendix
WORK ZONE FLAGGERTRAINING
CNT7025
This workshop is designed to train participants to be effective flaggers by teaching the basics of flagging operations and procedures. Our class is approved and meets the requirements of the North Carolina Department of Transportation. The successful student receives the National Safety Council Certificate of Completion and wallet card, plus a laminated reference guide. Flagger certification is good for three years. By July 1, 2009, all flaggers in North Carolina must be trained in a course approved by the North Carolina Department of Transportation.
ENTRENAMIENTO DEL FLAGGER DE LA ZONA DE
CNT7026
rtamento de Carolina del Norte del transporte. El estudiante acertado recibe el certificado nacional del consejo de seguridad de la terminacin y de la tarjeta de la carpeta, ms una gua de referencia laminada. La certificacin del Flaggerrso aprobado por el departamento de Carolina del Norte del transporte.
ELECTRICAL CONTRACTOR’S EXAM REVIEW
ELX7056
This course reviews the National Electrical Code and Calculations for those who are preparing to take the examination to be licensed as an electrical contractor in NC.
CNT 7010 10 HOUR OSHA CONSTRUCTION COMPLIANCE
OSHA 10-Hour Construction course provides compliance safety training to prepare all employees for the hazards found in all disciplines of construction companies. This course is the primary training program of the OSHA Outreach Training Program. Learn your rights & responsibilities.
DRAWINGWORDS/WRITING PICTURES: CREATING COMIC
BOOKS AND GRAPHIC NOVELS
GRX7110
From initial concept to published comic, this course introduces students to the art of crafting comic books, manga and graphic novels. Visual storytelling is a powerful tool in today’s business environment and this course will help you build skills that you can use to communicate your story in a powerful way. You DO NOT have to know how to draw to benefit from this course.
BOTANICAL ILLUSTRATIONS
GRX8320
Botanical imagery is used throughout the design world and has been a staple in design for thousands of years. In the last ten years there has been a renaissance of interest in botanical painting. This class is for those people who love the natural world and would like to try their hand at creating their own botanical illustrations. The class will cover drawing and painting flowers, fruit and vegetables using traditional watercolor techniques.
Summer Basic Training
GRX8610
Graphic Design Camp is for rising 10th and 11th grade students who are interested in a career in Graphic Design. Students will be exposed to the basics of graphic design, including: materials, tools, comping techniques, terminology, typography, digital tools, and photography. digital tools, and photography.
FLASH ANIMATION BOOT CAMP (MAC BASED)
GRX8630 HOURS: 20.0 $225.00
Hey kids! Spend a week learning the Basics of Flash Animation on the Mac. This course is aimed at students from middle and high school.
CREATIVITY BOOT CAMP
GRX8640
Hey kids! Spend a week learning the basics of creative thinking, just like real designers. This course will challenge you to think in new ways that are so far outside the box, that you’ll wonder where it went. Aimed at middle and high school students.
WEB DESIGN BOOT CAMP (MAC BASED)
GRX8650
Hey Kids! Spend a week learning the basics of web design, using Adobe Dream Weaver on the Mac. Start out a beginner and end up with a web site design. (Middle and High School Students).
PHOTOSHOP FUNDAMENTALS
PRX7052
Photoshop Fundamentals is a great starting point if you’re just beginning to learn Adobe Photoshop. Our Graphics Arts staff will walk you through Photoshop at an even pace so you can learn the techniques, functions, and tools used by everyday professionals. Our Mac labs provide state of the art technology to learn Photoshop in a Graphics environment. Knowledge of a Macintosh is not required for this class, since basic instruction will be given.
PHOTOSHOP DOMINANCE I
PRX7053
Our Photoshop Dominance I class is designed by our Graphic Arts department to teach tools and tricks necessary to utilize Photoshop to its potential. The first level of our series will help you master, discover, learn, and manipulate this extremely powerful and popular raster editing software. This two-day course is great for beginners and novices alike. An understanding of the Photoshop Interface and the Apple operation system is a plus but not necessary as basic Mac interface instructions will be given to complete this class.
ILLUSTRATOR FUNDAMENTALS
PRX7062
Illustrator Fundamentals is a great starting point if you’re just beginning to learn Adobe Illustrator. Our Graphics Arts staff will walk you through Illustrator at an even pace so you can learn the techniques, functions, and tools used by professionals. Our Mac labs provide state of the art technology to learn Illustrator in a Graphics/Printing environment. Knowledge of a Macintosh is not required for this class, since basic instruction will be given.
ILLUSTRATOR DOMINANCE I
PRX7063
Our Illustrator Dominance I class is designed by our Graphic Arts department to teach tools and tricks necessary to utilize Illustrator to its potential. The first level of our series will help you master, discover, learn, and manipulate this extremely powerful and popular vector editing software. This two-day course is great for beginners and novices alike. An understanding of the Illustrator Interface and the Apple operation system is a plus but not necessary as basic Mac instruction will be given to complete the class.
INDESIGN FUNDAMENTALS
PRX7072
InDesign Fundamentals is a great starting point if you’re just beginning to learn Adobe InDesign. Our Graphic Arts staff will walk you through InDesign at an even pace so you can learn the techniques, functions, and tools used by everyday professionals. Our Mac labs provide state of the art technology to learn InDesign in a Graphics/Printing Environment. Knowledge of a Macintosh is not required for this class, since basic instruction will be given.
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Graphic Arts
Non-destructive Examination and Testing
LIQUID PENETRANTTESTING
NDX7010
PT is a widely applied and low-cost inspection method used to locate surface breaking defects in all non-porous materials (metals, plastics, or ceramics). Penetrant may be applied to all non-ferrous materials, but for inspection of ferrous components magnetic-particle inspection is preferred for its subsurface detection capability. PT is used to detect casting and forging defects, cracks, and leaks in new products, and fatigue cracks on in-service components. The courses will meet the training requirements of ASNT?s SNT-TC-1A-2001 and CP-189- 2001 Editions. Student Accident Insurance is required to attend this class.
MAGNETIC-PARTICLETESTING
NDX7011
The student will learn Magnetic particle inspection process methods for the detection of surface and sub-surface defects in ferrous materials. The courses will meet the training requirements of ASNT?s SNT-TC-1A-2001 and CP-189-2001 Editions. Student Accident Insurance is required to attend this class.
INTRODUCTION TO NON-DESTRUCTIVE TESTING
NDX7012
Non-destructive testing is a high demand fast growing industry. Non-destructive testing (NDT) is an analysis technique used in scientific fields to determine the state or function of a system without the use of invasive approaches like disassembly or failure testing. Because NDT does not require the disabling or sacrifice of the system of interest, it is a highly-valuable technique that saves both money and time in product evaluation, troubleshooting, and research. You will learn about the Common NDT methods. Student Accident Insurance is required to attend this class.
ULTRASONICTESTING - LEVEL I
WLX7013
This short course covers the principles of ultrasonics and meets the qualification requirements as defined in SNT-TC-1A and CP-105 for UT Level I. The participant will be capable of performing straight and dual element calibrations, following basic instructions to perform lamination scans and blind sample assessment utilizing both techniques. A basic introduction to angle beam examination is included. Practical aspects of the method are emphasized, as approximately one half the time is allocated for practical applications.
ULTRASONICTESTING LEVEL II
WLX7014
This short course reviews the principles of ultrasonics and meets the qualification requirements as defined in SNT-TC-1A and CP-105 for UT Level II. The participant will review techniques for straight and dual element examinations and will gain a solid understanding of practical angle beam examinations using digital flaw detectors.Weld examination, as applied to flawed samples, is the primary focus of the course applying ASME and AWS codes to assess weld condition. Practical aspects of the method are emphasized, as approximately one half the time is allocated for practical applications.
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LIGHT ELECTRICAL
HOM7002
This class is designed for homeowners who want or need to make very light electrical repairs. Topics include safety, breaker box, light switches, outlets, ceiling fans with lights, and low-voltage lighting. This class is hands-on and tuition includes a small assortment of useful tools.
CERAMICTILE INSTALLATION
HOM7003
This class is for homeowners who want to install or repair ceramic tile. Topics include floor preparation, tile selection, layout, installation, and replacement of damaged tiles. This class is hands-on and tuition includes a small assortment of useful tools.
DECK BUILDING BASICS
HOM7004
This class is for homeowners and craftworkers who want to build a new deck or repair an existing deck. Topics include basic deck building, building codes for wood decks, handrails, maintenance and repairs. This class is hands-on.
LIGHTTRIM CARPENTRY
HOM7006
This class is for homeowners who want to learn the basics of trim carpentry. Topics to include the cutting and installation of base board, chair rail and crown molding. This class will be hands on but will not include the use of any power tools.
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FLEXOGRAPHIC CONCEPTS
PRX7012
This course is a hands-on overview of Flexography. Topics include prepress, plate-making, plate mounting and press work. Students will participate in producing a label from design to print.
SCREEN PRINTING CONCEPTS
PRX7032
This Screen Printing overview class is designed for anyone that wants to learn more about the Screen Printing process. Our Graphics Arts and Imaging Technology staff will walk you through this class where you will get to go from concept to printed product. We keep the class size small to maximize the hands on time. If you work in any aspect of printing this is a good textile based class for both beginner and novice and anyone wanting to learn more.
OFFSET CONCEPTS
PRX7122
Our overview class for offset litho is designed for anyone that wants to learn more about the offset printing process. This class features hands on training in offset prepress and printing as well as an overview of the industry as a whole. Our Graphics Arts and Imaging Technology staff will walk you through the offset printing process from concept to actual printed product. We keep the class size small to maximize the hands on time. If you work in any aspect of printing this is a good offset overview class.
PHOTOSHOP FUNDAMENTALS
PRX7052
Photoshop Fundamentals is a great starting point if you’re just beginning to learn Adobe Photoshop. Our Graphics Arts staff will walk you through Photoshop at an even pace so you can learn the techniques, functions, and tools used by everyday professionals. Our Mac labs provide state of the art technology to learn Photoshop in a Graphics environment. Knowledge of a Macintosh is not required for this class, since basic instruction will be given.
PHOTOSHOP DOMINANCE I
PRX7053
Our Photoshop Dominance I class is designed by our Graphic Arts department to teach tools and tricks necessary to utilize Photoshop to its potential. The first level of our series will help you master, discover, learn, and manipulate this extremely powerful and popular raster editing software. This two-day course is great for beginners and novices alike. An understanding of the Photoshop Interface and the Apple operation system is a plus but not necessary as basic Mac interface instructions will be given to complete this class.
ILLUSTRATOR FUNDAMENTALS
PRX7062
Illustrator Fundamentals is a great starting point if you’re just beginning to learn Adobe Illustrator. Our Graphics Arts staff will walk you through Illustrator at an even pace so you can learn the techniques, functions, and tools used by professionals. Our Mac labs provide state of the art technology to learn Illustrator in a Graphics/Printing environment. Knowledge of a Macintosh is not required for this class, since basic instruction will be given.
ILLUSTRATOR DOMINANCE I
PRX7063
Our Illustrator Dominance I class is designed by our Graphic Arts department to teach tools and tricks necessary to utilize Illustrator to its potential. The first level of our series will help you master, discover, learn, and manipulate this extremely powerful and popular vector editing software. This two-day course is great for beginners and novices alike. An understanding of the Illustrator Interface and the Apple operation system is a plus but not necessary as basic Mac instruction will be given to complete the class.
INDESIGN FUNDAMENTALS
PRX7072
InDesign Fundamentals is a great starting point if you’re just beginning to learn Adobe InDesign. Our Graphic Arts staff will walk you through InDesign at an even pace so you can learn the techniques, functions, and tools used by everyday professionals. Our Mac labs provide state of the art technology to learn InDesign in a Graphics/Printing Environment. Knowledge of a Macintosh is not required for this class, since basic instruction will be given.
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