Fire Alarm & Detection Equipment Certification
-- This course is designed to help participants prepare to take the fire alarm and detection equipment examination through the Ohio Division of State Fire Marshal. Anyone interested in taking the exam will find value in the course not only for the information provided but for how it will help you be better organized to take the exam.
Instructor: Dennis Patalon
Class Dates: 2021 dates coming soon
Class Time: 8am- 3pm (Lunch Break: 12:00pm- 12:45pm. Food not provided)
Cost: $250 ABC Members & Non Members $300
*** Does NOT include the $40 fee to the Ohio State Fire Marshall's Office for the State of Ohio Certification Test, or the $40 fee to PSI for the testing location. THIS IS THE RESPONSIBILITY OF THE STUDENT! Information on filing with the Division of State Fire Marshal and exam locations will be provided during the course and available online at : www.com.ohio.gov/fire
This training is brought to you in partnership with Associated Builders & Contractors (ABC) Northern Ohio Chapter.
Click here to download the enrollment form
Advance Registration required. Deadline is July 8, 2020
Autonomous Maintenance Training
24 hour Operator Awareness
The emphasis on this course is to give the participant the knowledge to understand lubrication,
drives, gears, electrical controls, electrical panels for equipment, hydraulic & pneumatic
systems, piping systems, and the basic integration of their components.
Participants should be able to understand types of maintenance required of maintenance required to keep equipment running correctly. This course will cover the identification of these systems, and how they function.
Objectives
Upon completion of this course the trainee should be able to:
Demonstrate an understanding of the basic systems. Identify the materials that the systems are made of. Demonstrate an understanding of the major components in a typical system. Show the operators how they might use sight, smell, touch, etc. to safely identify possible machine faults.
Demonstrate the process of troubleshooting and repairing basic system malfunctions.
Each session will contain detailed instruction, followed by hands on labs.
Location: Fostoria Learning Center
Time: 8 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Dates: February 9-25
Cost: $99 per session or $525 for all six session
FEDC & Chamber members will receive discounted price $475 for all six sessions (must be same individual at all sessions)
SESSIONS
February 9
Session 1: Electrical Basics & Control Panels Inputs and outputs Proximity switches & sensors Servo Motors, electrical prints, & voltages
February 11
Session 2: Hydraulic Systems, Part #1 Basic principles How pressure is created Identify elements of a hydraulic system Hydraulic Safety
February 16
Session 3: Hydraulic Systems, Part #2 Mechanical motion Identifying all the elements on a piece of machinery
February 18
Session 4: Pneumatic Systems Pneumatic components (gauges, valves, actuators, and accessories) Pneumatic & piping systems
February 23
Session 5: Mechanical Drives, Part 1 Belts Chains and Sprockets
February 25
Session 6: Gears Lubrication Troubleshooting & Putting it all together
INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICAL BASICS I
3 Day (24 hour)
Industrial Electricity I is an introductory electricity course for skilled trade’s personnel. The course is a study of DC and AC electricity principles, with a practical approach to applications in an industrial environment. The learner will obtain a knowledgeable understanding of the key symbols and abbreviations associated with the electrical trade, acquire a comprehensive understanding of basic electrical terminology, apply Ohm’s Law to a number of relevant electrical applications, and synthesize a number of components into a working system involving series, parallel, and series parallel circuits.
Location: Fostoria Learning Center
Date: March 3, 4, 5, 2021
Time: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost $650 per student
INDUSTRIAL ELECTRICAL BASICS II
3 Day (24 hour)
Industrial Electricity II is an advanced study of industrial electricity providing comprehensive coverage of the control devices used in contemporary industrial electrical systems. The focus of this course is to provide the architecture for acquiring the knowledge and skills required in an advanced manufacturing environment. The course builds on electrical concept from Industrial Electricity I and adds motor theory, building on circuit fundamentals and reinforcing these with practical hands on labs designed to reinforce the concepts and provide control systems design experience. These topics will be delivered through text, presentations and various exercises, and hands-on labs.
Location: Fostoria Learning Center
Date: March 17, 18, & 19, 2021
Time: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost $650 per student
MOTORS AND MOTOR CONTROLS
2 Day (16 hour)
This course is an advanced study and laboratory for learners who have an understanding of electrical circuits, controls and desire practical hands on experience of various motor and control devices.
Coursework involves hands on laboratory experience utilizing 120vac, 208/240vac, wiring demonstrations, and testing. Practical application of principles learned will be emphasized. Special topics in electricity will be introduced to the learners according to class interests. Special topics in electricity will be introduces to the learners. Topics will include ladder diagrams and their control of alternating and direct current motors. Motor starting sizing, circuit/overlaod protection, electrical motor branch wiring will also be introduced. The variable frequency drive (VFD) as a motor controller will also be introduced as well as an introduction into the application of programmable logic controller (PLC) in motor control circuits. These topics will be learned through text, presentations, exercises and hands on labs.
Location: Fostoria Learning Center
Date: March 30-31, 2021
Time: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost $395 per student
Intro to Variable Frequency Drives
Featuring the Allen Bradley PowerFlex 525
An overview of operation, setup and troubleshooting of a Variable Frequency Drive (VFD) using the Allen Bradley PowerFlex 525.
This 16 hour course is designed to train personnel responsible for the operation and basic troubleshooting of Variable Frequency Drive systems, in order to become more effective troubleshooters on production equipment. The trainees will learn how to wire, program and troubleshoot the Allen Bradley PowerFlex 525 Variable Frequency Drive hardware.
| AC Motor Basics
· Reversing and Speed Variables · Construction and operation · Motor Nameplate data Review · Motor Starting and stopping characteristics · Overloading a motor · Testing and basic troubleshooting
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VFD Basics
· Types of Variable Frequency Drives · Sections within a Variable Frequency Drive · Terminals on a Variable Frequency Drive · The DC Bus and safety issues · Variable Frequency Drive Converters and DC Bus · Inverter characteristics |
| VFD Parameter Basics
· Human Interface Module (HIM) · Accel, Decel, V/Hz ratio, Boost, etc. · General drive setup parameters · Wiring configurations · Lab demonstrations 0-10VDC/4-20mA · Speed control inputs and options · Use of Allen Bradley drive configuration software |
Applications
· Conveyor · Feed Screws · Exhaust Fans
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When: April 15-16 2021 8:00 am – 4:00 pm
Where: FLC
Cost: $760.00 per student
FEDC/Chamber Member Discount $695.00 per Student
*Continental Breakfast & Lunch Provided
ROCKWELL AUTOMATION LOGIX 5000 PLC
ControlLogix Basics
Location: Fostoria Learning Center
Date: March 10, 11, & 12, 2021
Time: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost $1,100
Day 1
ControlLogix Hardware
RSLinx Software
RSLogix / Studio 5000 Software
Introduction to ControlLogix ladder Logix Ladder Logic Programming
Monitoring PLC Project Files
PLC Logic
I/O Modules
Day 2
ControlLogix Memory Layout
Processor Scan
Timing Instructions
Counting Instructions
MOV Instruction
Documenting a Project
Day 3
On-Line Project Changes
‘Up-Loading/Saving a Project a Project File
Creating Project Tags
Introduction to Types
Searching a Project File
Forcing I/O in a Project File
ROCKWELL AUTOMATION LOGIX 5000 PLC
ControlLogix Intermediate
Location: Fostoria Learning Center
Date: March 24, 25 & 26, 2021
Time: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost $1,100
Day 1
PLC Numbering Systems
Basic Math Instructions
Compare Instructions
Move/Logical Instructions
Arrays
Sequencer Instructions
Day 2
Project Organization
File Instructions
Program Control Instructions
First Pass Bit
Day 3
Analog Signals
Analog Module’s Properties Configuration, Wiring
Scaling Analog Signals
Changing Processor Firmware with ControlFlash
Siemens S7 1200 Basics
Location: Fostoria Learning Center
Date: May 5, 6 & 7, 2021
Time: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost $1,100
Day 1
S7 1200 Hardware
TIA Portal Software
Introduction to S7 1200 Ladder Logic Programming
Download/Monitoring PLC Project Files
PLC Logic
Documenting a Project
Day 2
S7 1200 Memory Organization
Program Scan
IEC Timing Instructions with Data Blocks
IEC Counting Instructions with Data Blocks
Day 3
MOV Instruction
Introduction to Data Types
Introduction to Siemens HMI Basics/Comfort Panels
Siemens S7 1200 Intermediate
Location: Fostoria Learning Center
Date: May 19, 20 & 21, 2021
Time: 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Cost $1,100
Day 1
PLC Numbering
Basic Math Instructions
Comparator Instructions
Searching for Addresses/Tags
Forcing I/O
Day 2
Organizational Blocks
Data Blocks
Functions
Function Blocks
System Memory Byte
Day 3
Analog Signals
Scaling Analog Input/Output Signals
VFD Control Using Analog Signals for Motor Control
Intro to Basic Welding Technology Course
GMAW - Gas Metal Arc Welding
SMAW - Shielded Metal Arc Welding
OAC - Oxy/Acetylene Cutting
PAC - Plasma Arc Cutting
This course is an introductory course where the student will develop the knowledge and skill thru theory and lab practice in the basic welding processes which include SMAW, GMAW, OAC and PAC. Safety will be emphasized throughout the class and will be in accordance with industry standards for manufacturing. (Class - 32 Hours)
$690 per student (4 student minimum)
May 10-13 2021
8a-4:30p
lunch included
Shielded Arc Metal Welding
This course provides the Student to further develop their skills and knowledge through theory and lab practice in the SMAW process and key variables that affect the quality of welds. This includes arc welding in the flat and horizontal positions on fillet and groove welds using single pass, and multiple pass welds techniques. Safety will be emphasized throughout the class and will be accordance with industry standards for manufacturing. (Class - 32 Hours)
$690 per student (4 student minimum)
May 17-20, 2021
8a-4:30p
lunch included
Gas Metal Arc Welding
This course provides the Student to further develop their skills and knowledge through theory and lab practice in the GMAW process and key variables that affect the quality of welds. This includes wire welding in the flat, horizontal, vertical and overhead positions. Welding will be performed using single and multi pass welding techniques. Safety will be emphasized throughout the class and will be accordance with industry standards for manufacturing. (Class - 32 Hours)
$690 per student (4 student minimum)
May 24-27, 2021
8a-4:30p
lunch included
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding Course
This course covers the basic principles and practices of Gas Tungsten Arc Welding or GTAW. The student will learn the basic welding terminology, and demonstrate a good working knowledge of TIG (Tungsten Inert Gas) welding principles. This course will identify basic AC/DC welding equipment, various ferrous and nonferrous metals. The Student will perform flat and out-of-position GTAW using the correct shielding gas and filler rods. Safety will be emphasized throughout the class and will be accordance with industry standards for manufacturing. (Class - 32 Hours)
$690 per student (4 student minimum)
June 1-4, 2021
8a-4:30p
lunch included
Supervisory Training
Teamwork & Team Building
The Teamwork and Team Building workshop will encourage participants to explore the different aspects of a team, as well as ways that they can become a top-notch team performer. Your participants will be given the details and concepts of what makes up a team, and what factors into being a successful team and team member.
Location: Fostoria Learning Center
Date: March 11, 2021
Time: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: $129 per person, individual course ( $100 per course FEDC/Chamber Member Discount)
Full Series Discount Price: (must be same registered participant) $599.00 / $499.00 FEDC/Chamber Member Discount
Refund/Cancellation Policy: You can withdraw from any class up to 3 days before its start.
No refunds are issued for no-shows
Leadership & Influence
Once you learn the techniques of true Leadership and Influence, you will be able to build the confidence it takes to take the lead. The more experience you have acting as a genuine leader, the easier it will be for you. It is never easy to take the lead, as you will need to make decisions and face challenges, but it can become natural and rewarding.
Location: Fostoria Learning Center
Date: March 25, 2021
Time: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: $129 per person, individual course ( $100 per course FEDC/Chamber Member Discount)
Full Series Discount Price: (must be same registered participant) $599.00 / $499.00 FEDC/Chamber Member Discount
Refund/Cancellation Policy: You can withdraw from any class up to 3 days before its start.
No refunds are issued for no-shows
Communication Strategies
The Communication Strategies workshop will help participants understand the different methods of communication and how to make the most of each of them. These strategies will provide a great benefit for any organization and its employees. They will trickle down throughout the organization and positively impact everyone involved.
Location: Fostoria Learning Center
Date: April 8, 2021
Time: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: $129 per person, individual course ( $100 per course FEDC/Chamber Member Discount)
Full Series Discount Price: (must be same registered participant) $599.00 / $499.00 FEDC/Chamber Member Discount
Refund/Cancellation Policy: You can withdraw from any class up to 3 days before its start.
No refunds are issued for no-shows
Supervising Others
The Supervising Others workshop will help supervisors become more efficient and proficient, with information on delegating, managing time, setting goals and expectations (for themselves and others), providing feedback, resolving conflict, and administering discipline.
Location: Fostoria Learning Center
Date: April 22, 2021
Time: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: $129 per person, individual course ( $100 per course FEDC/Chamber Member Discount)
Full Series Discount Price: (must be same registered participant) $599.00 / $499.00 FEDC/Chamber Member Discount
Refund/Cancellation Policy: You can withdraw from any class up to 3 days before its start.
No refunds are issued for no-shows
Creative Problem Solving
The Creative Problem Solving workshop will give participants an overview of the entire creative problem solving process, as well as key problem solving tools that they can use every day. Skills such as brainstorming, information gathering, analyzing data, and identifying resources will be covered throughout the workshop.
Location: Fostoria Learning Center
Date: May 6, 2021
Time: 8:30 am - 12:00 pm
Cost: $129 per person, individual course ( $100 per course FEDC/Chamber Member Discount)
Full Series Discount Price: (must be same registered participant) $599.00 / $499.00 FEDC/Chamber Member Discount
Refund/Cancellation Policy: You can withdraw from any class up to 3 days before its start.
No refunds are issued for no-shows