Construction (Non-Credit)

• Introduction to Carpentry
• Carpentry Core Skills: Doors and Trim
• Carpentry II
• Introduction to Furniture/Cabinet Making
• NCCER – Core
• Introduction to Hand and Power Tools
• Basic Drywall Repair

• Residential Contractor's Exam Review
• Commercial Contractor's Exam Review

• Blueprint Reading and Estimating
• Home Construction Methods and Details
• Code Qualification – Law and Administration
• Code Qualification – Building Level I
• Code Qualification – Building Level II
• Code Qualification – Building Level III
• Code Qualification – Electrical Level I
• Code Qualification – Electrical Level II
• Code Qualification –  Electrical Level III
• Code Qualification – Mechanical Level I
• Code Qualification – Mechanical Level II
• Code Qualification – Mechanical Level III
• Code Qualification – Plumbing Level I
• Code Qualification – Plumbing Level II
• Code Qualification – Plumbing Level III
• Backflow Assembly Tester Certification
• Backflow Prevention Assembly and Tester Restoration
• Professional Home Inspectors Training

• Introduction to Bricklaying
• Advanced Brick Masonry

• Plumbing 1-2-3
• Residential/Commercial Plumbing CORE

Courses

• AWS Welding Certification – Single Position Plate
• AWS Welding Certification – Multiple Position Plate
• AWS Welding Certification – Pipe Test
• Introduction to Stick Welding
• Introduction to NDE
• Level I and II Penetrant Testing Method
• Level I and II Magnetic Particle Testing
• NDE Visual Testing, Level 1, 2
• Skills Practice for Experienced Welders
• Ultrasonic Testing – Level I
• Ultrasonic Testing Level II

Scholarships 

The State Employees’ Credit Union (SECU) is providing 10 Corporate and Continuing Education scholarships for eligible students at Central Piedmont for fall 2019 in the welding program. The scholarships in the amount of $500 are awarded to help adults who are interested in gaining new job-related skills or upgrading current skills in this field of study. Recipients of the scholarships may use the funds to pay for registration fees, books, certification fees, course supplies, and other educational expenses associated with the Introduction to Stick Welding course.

Qualifications

• Be a U.S. citizen and a North Carolina resident.
• Be in one of the following target groups:  unemployed and underemployed adults, members of the N.C. National Guard, military veterans and spouses, or underserved  populations in a specific workforce sector or area.
• Underemployed will be defined as individuals earning 200% below the federal poverty level.  Preference will be given to students with limited or no access to financial aid from other programs.
• Enroll in Introduction to Stick Welding, a course which leads to an industry-recognized credential.
• Not be an employee or family member of an employee of the State Employees’ Credit Union or SECU Foundation.

 Application and Selection Criteria

Interested and eligible students should complete the application to be considered for the scholarship. Click here to apply. The scholarship awardees will be selected by the Central Piedmont SECU Scholarship Selection Committee. All decisions are final. For additional information students should contact Becky Hall at Becky.Hall@cpcc.edu or 704.330.4204.

 Award

This scholarship is credited to the student’s business office account for related tuition, books, and fees.