Calendar

Short Course: MAP002-Lean Fundamentals (full)

This course provides basic knowledge of lean process improvement. The importance of flow and the eight wastes that may be found within processes will be presented along with the Lean tools that can be used to eliminate that waste.

Short Course: OSHA 10-Hour Outreach Training for General Industry

This course provides students with basic safety and health knowledge, including OSHA policies, procedures and standards. Special emphasis is placed on areas that are most hazardous. Upon completion, a wallet card will be issued certifying that the student has completed 10 hours of OSHA training for general industry.

Short Course: MAP002-Lean Fundamentals (full)

This course provides basic knowledge of lean process improvement. The importance of flow and the eight wastes that may be found within processes will be presented along with the Lean tools that can be used to eliminate that waste.

Short Course: HEP273-Forklift Operator (full)

This course utilizes Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines to provide participants with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to properly operate a forklift. In addition to safety best practices, participants receive hands-on opportunities to ensure each understands equipment-specific stability requirements, fork adjustment protocols, fueling procedures and other usage issues.

MAP401-Supervisor Certification Course Wk1: Aug. 30 – 31 ; Wk2: Sept. 12 – 14 ; Wk3: Sept. 29 – 30

This course provides a comprehensive curriculum to enhance the skills of current and future first-line supervisors. Upon completion of this course, certificate candidates will obtain a strong understanding of continuous improvement vs. continual improvement, problem-solving skills to improve a work process as well as employee relations, job instruction targeted at standardization, effective communication and safety in the workplace.

Short Course: HEP273-Forklift Operator (full)

This course utilizes Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines to provide participants with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to properly operate a forklift. In addition to safety best practices, participants receive hands-on opportunities to ensure each understands equipment-specific stability requirements, fork adjustment protocols, fueling procedures and other usage issues.

Leadership Bootcamp #7

The Leadership Bootcamp will equip new managers with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to transition into a new leadership position. Topics will include transitioning from technical expert to manager/leader, fundamental leadership skills, leveraging diversity, conduct and discipline, and promoting employee performance.

This course is offered in collaboration with Texas A&M training partner, Eagle Leadership.

Short Course: HEP273-Forklift Operator (full)

This course utilizes Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines to provide participants with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to properly operate a forklift. In addition to safety best practices, participants receive hands-on opportunities to ensure each understands equipment-specific stability requirements, fork adjustment protocols, fueling procedures and other usage issues.

Short Course: MAP002-Lean Fundamentals (full)

This course provides basic knowledge of lean process improvement. The importance of flow and the eight wastes that may be found within processes will be presented along with the Lean tools that can be used to eliminate that waste.

Short Course: HEP273-Forklift Operator (full)

This course utilizes Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines to provide participants with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to properly operate a forklift. In addition to safety best practices, participants receive hands-on opportunities to ensure each understands equipment-specific stability requirements, fork adjustment protocols, fueling procedures and other usage issues.

Short Course: MAP002-Lean Fundamentals (full)

This course provides basic knowledge of lean process improvement. The importance of flow and the eight wastes that may be found within processes will be presented along with the Lean tools that can be used to eliminate that waste.

Short Course: HEP273-Forklift Operator (full)

This course utilizes Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines to provide participants with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to properly operate a forklift. In addition to safety best practices, participants receive hands-on opportunities to ensure each understands equipment-specific stability requirements, fork adjustment protocols, fueling procedures and other usage issues.

Short Course: HEP002-Backhoe Operator

This course provides entry-level operators with instruction on the proper operation of a backhoe and/or loader. Traditional classroom training provides participants with safe work practices, an understanding of machine mechanical systems and operational techniques. Hands-on exercises provide students with operational skills development designed to ensure proper use of the equipment.

MAP021-Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Wk1: Aug. 22 – 26 ; Wk2: Sept. 19 – 23

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt provides a systematic approach to dramatically improve cost, quality and delivery by combining the strengths of today’s two most powerful business initiatives – Lean and Six Sigma – into one integrated program. The DMAIC process provides the overarching structure for project management, helping ensure solutions are sustainable

Short Course: MAP002-Lean Fundamentals (full)

This course provides basic knowledge of lean process improvement. The importance of flow and the eight wastes that may be found within processes will be presented along with the Lean tools that can be used to eliminate that waste.

Short Course: HEP213-Skid Steer Operator

This course provides entry-level to advanced operators with the concepts, objectives and safety practices used during the operation of skid steer machinery in construction zone settings of all types. During the course, information covering use and site issues are discussed surrounding building construction, road and highway construction, oil field operations and pipeline work.

Short Course: OSHA 30-Hour Outreach Training for General Industry (full)

This course provides students with basic safety and health knowledge, including OSHA policies, procedures and standards. Special emphasis is placed on those areas that are most hazardous. Upon completion, a wallet card will be issued certifying that the student has completed 30 hours of OSHA training for general industry.

Introduction to Robotics Hybrid Camp – Session 4 (full)

Introduction to Robotics Camp will provide students an introduction to robotics design, programming methods, input and output in a microcontroller. Students will have the opportunity to learn the programming basics in C++ and object-oriented programming, as well as learn more about Arduino Uno and Arduino Integrated Development Environment. This is a hybrid course that includes a 3-hour online component to be completed before the in-person 7-hour lab. The camp is open to students in grades 8-12 and/or robotics teams of any age.

Short Course: MAP002-Lean Fundamentals (full)

This course provides basic knowledge of lean process improvement. The importance of flow and the eight wastes that may be found within processes will be presented along with the Lean tools that can be used to eliminate that waste.

Short Course: HEP273-Forklift Operator (full)

This course utilizes Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines to provide participants with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to properly operate a forklift. In addition to safety best practices, participants receive hands-on opportunities to ensure each understands equipment-specific stability requirements, fork adjustment protocols, fueling procedures and other usage issues.

Short Course: HEP273-Forklift Operator (full)

This course utilizes Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines to provide participants with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to properly operate a forklift. In addition to safety best practices, participants receive hands-on opportunities to ensure each understands equipment-specific stability requirements, fork adjustment protocols, fueling procedures and other usage issues.

Short Course: HEP273-Forklift Operator (full)

This course utilizes Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines to provide participants with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to properly operate a forklift. In addition to safety best practices, participants receive hands-on opportunities to ensure each understands equipment-specific stability requirements, fork adjustment protocols, fueling procedures and other usage issues.

Short Course: MAP002-Lean Fundamentals (full)

This course provides basic knowledge of lean process improvement. The importance of flow and the eight wastes that may be found within processes will be presented along with the Lean tools that can be used to eliminate that waste.

Short Course: MAP002-Lean Fundamentals (full)

This course provides basic knowledge of lean process improvement. The importance of flow and the eight wastes that may be found within processes will be presented along with the Lean tools that can be used to eliminate that waste.

Short Course: MAP207-Problem Solving Workshop (full)

This course is designed to provide a template of components to utilize with any problem-solving effort. The Eight Disciplines of Problem-solving methodology and process are presented to model the proper sequencing and application of those important problem-solving components. Participants will learn how to develop containment actions and discuss the importance of root cause analysis and corrective action using automation, mistake or error proofing, and operator training.

Short Course: OSHA 10-Hour Outreach Training for General Industry (full)

This course provides students with basic safety and health knowledge, including OSHA policies, procedures and standards. Special emphasis is placed on areas that are most hazardous. Upon completion, a wallet card will be issued certifying that the student has completed 10 hours of OSHA training for general industry.

Leadership Bootcamp #8

The Leadership Bootcamp will equip new managers with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to transition into a new leadership position. Topics will include transitioning from technical expert to manager/leader, fundamental leadership skills, leveraging diversity, conduct and discipline, and promoting employee performance.

This course is offered in collaboration with Texas A&M training partner, Eagle Leadership.

Introduction to Robotics Hybrid Camp – Session 1 (full)

Introduction to Robotics Camp will provide students an introduction to robotics design, programming methods, input and output in a microcontroller. Students will have the opportunity to learn the programming basics in C++ and object-oriented programming, as well as learn more about Arduino Uno and Arduino Integrated Development Environment. This is a hybrid course that includes a 3-hour online component to be completed before the in-person 7-hour lab. The camp is open to students in grades 8-12 and/or robotics teams of any age.

Short Course: MAP207-Problem Solving Workshop (full)

This course is designed to provide a template of components to utilize with any problem-solving effort. The Eight Disciplines of Problem-solving methodology and process are presented to model the proper sequencing and application of those important problem-solving components. Participants will learn how to develop containment actions and discuss the importance of root cause analysis and corrective action using automation, mistake or error proofing, and operator training.

Introduction to Robotics Hybrid Camp – Session 2 (full)

Introduction to Robotics Camp will provide students an introduction to robotics design, programming methods, input and output in a microcontroller. Students will have the opportunity to learn the programming basics in C++ and object-oriented programming, as well as learn more about Arduino Uno and Arduino Integrated Development Environment. This is a hybrid course that includes a 3-hour online component to be completed before the in-person 7-hour lab. The camp is open to students in grades 8-12 and/or robotics teams of any age.

Short Course: MAP207-Problem Solving Workshop (full)

This course is designed to provide a template of components to utilize with any problem-solving effort. The Eight Disciplines of Problem-solving methodology and process are presented to model the proper sequencing and application of those important problem-solving components. Participants will learn how to develop containment actions and discuss the importance of root cause analysis and corrective action using automation, mistake or error proofing, and operator training.

MAP401-Supervisor Certification Course Wk1: Aug. 30 – 31 ; Wk2: Sept. 12 – 14 ; Wk3: Sept. 29 – 30

This course provides a comprehensive curriculum to enhance the skills of current and future first-line supervisors. Upon completion of this course, certificate candidates will obtain a strong understanding of continuous improvement vs. continual improvement, problem-solving skills to improve a work process as well as employee relations, job instruction targeted at standardization, effective communication and safety in the workplace.

Short Course: OSHA 10-Hour Outreach Training for General Industry (full)

This course provides students with basic safety and health knowledge, including OSHA policies, procedures and standards. Special emphasis is placed on areas that are most hazardous. Upon completion, a wallet card will be issued certifying that the student has completed 10 hours of OSHA training for general industry.

Introduction to Robotics Hybrid Camp – Session 3 (full)

Introduction to Robotics Camp will provide students an introduction to robotics design, programming methods, input and output in a microcontroller. Students will have the opportunity to learn the programming basics in C++ and object-oriented programming, as well as learn more about Arduino Uno and Arduino Integrated Development Environment. This is a hybrid course that includes a 3-hour online component to be completed before the in-person 7-hour lab. The camp is open to students in grades 8-12 and/or robotics teams of any age.

Leadership Bootcamp #9

The Leadership Bootcamp will equip new managers with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to transition into a new leadership position. Topics will include transitioning from technical expert to manager/leader, fundamental leadership skills, leveraging diversity, conduct and discipline, and promoting employee performance.

This course is offered in collaboration with Texas A&M training partner, Eagle Leadership.

Short Course: HEP002-Backhoe Operator (full)

This course provides entry-level operators with instruction on the proper operation of a backhoe and/or loader. Traditional classroom training provides participants with safe work practices, an understanding of machine mechanical systems and operational techniques. Hands-on exercises provide students with operational skills development designed to ensure proper use of the equipment.

Kata in the Classroom (full)

Kata in the Classroom (KIC) is a hands-on exercise to introduce the scientific pattern of the Improvement Kata in school classrooms. It is targeted at Middle School Science teachers, but is used in a variety of K-12 and even College educational settings. Kata in the Classroom involves the activity of assembling a 15-piece cardboard jigsaw puzzle several times, and experimenting with ways to do it faster.

Short Course: HEP213-Skid Steer Operator (full)

This course provides entry-level to advanced operators with the concepts, objectives and safety practices used during the operation of skid steer machinery in construction zone settings of all types. During the course, information covering use and site issues are discussed surrounding building construction, road and highway construction, oil field operations and pipeline work.

MAP401-Supervisor Certification Course Wk1: Oct. 19, 20 Wk2: Nov. 2, 3, 4 Wk3: Nov. 16, 17 (full)

This course provides a comprehensive curriculum to enhance the skills of current and future first-line supervisors. Upon completion of this course, certificate candidates will obtain a strong understanding of continuous improvement vs. continual improvement, problem-solving skills to improve a work process as well as employee relations, job instruction targeted at standardization, effective communication and safety in the workplace.

Short Course: HEP273-Forklift Operator (full)

This course utilizes Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines to provide participants with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to properly operate a forklift. In addition to safety best practices, participants receive hands-on opportunities to ensure each understands equipment-specific stability requirements, fork adjustment protocols, fueling procedures and other usage issues.

Short Course: OSHA 10-Hour Outreach Training for General Industry

This course provides students with basic safety and health knowledge, including OSHA policies, procedures and standards. Special emphasis is placed on areas that are most hazardous. Upon completion, a wallet card will be issued certifying that the student has completed 10 hours of OSHA training for general industry.

Leadership Bootcamp #10

The Leadership Bootcamp will equip new managers with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to transition into a new leadership position. Topics will include transitioning from technical expert to manager/leader, fundamental leadership skills, leveraging diversity, conduct and discipline, and promoting employee performance. This course is offered in collaboration with Texas A&M training partner, Eagle Leadership. 

Leadership Bootcamp #11

The Leadership Bootcamp will equip new managers with the knowledge, skills and abilities necessary to transition into a new leadership position. Topics will include transitioning from technical expert to manager/leader, fundamental leadership skills, leveraging diversity, conduct and discipline, and promoting employee performance.

This course is offered in collaboration with Texas A&M training partner, Eagle Leadership.

Short Course: HEP002-Backhoe Operator (full)

This course provides entry-level operators with instruction on the proper operation of a backhoe and/or loader. Traditional classroom training provides participants with safe work practices, an understanding of machine mechanical systems and operational techniques. Hands-on exercises provide students with operational skills development designed to ensure proper use of the equipment.

MAP401-Supervisor Certification Course Wk1: Oct. 19, 20 Wk2: Nov. 2, 3, 4 Wk3: Nov. 16, 17 (full)

This course provides a comprehensive curriculum to enhance the skills of current and future first-line supervisors. Upon completion of this course, certificate candidates will obtain a strong understanding of continuous improvement vs. continual improvement, problem-solving skills to improve a work process as well as employee relations, job instruction targeted at standardization, effective communication and safety in the workplace.