Specialized Training

 

 

 

Defined as very specific and/or unique training to the secondary wood products industry. Content areas are determined by needs assessment.

a.) Non-Equipment Training: Specialized training that does not require learning on secondary wood products machines or equipment.

Examples:

 

…   Product standards

…   OSHA required training

…   Internal/external glue systems

…   Dry kiln theory

…   CNC programming

…   Grading

b.) Equipment Training: Specialized training that does require learning on Secondary Wood Products machines or equipment.

Examples:

 

 

…   Moulders

…   Chopsaws

…   Ripsaws

…   Sanders

…   Planing

…   Fingerjointer

…   Optimizer saw

…   CNC router

…   RF glue press

…   Finishing system

…   Cabinet installation

Design considerations: The subject matter experts from industry, along with an instructional designer from the community college(s), will develop courses to meet the standards and competencies required by business and industry.

Courses developed in this section will be financed in the future by revenues from manufacturers.

 

Advanced Training

Defined as cutting edge / state-of-the-art training, often in techniques and/or advanced technology applications to secondary wood products manufacturing.

Examples:

…   Composite materials

…   Overwrap technology

…   Bladder press

Design consideration: The local community college(s) will work directly with businesses recognizing the proprietary nature of the training which will impact method of delivery.

 

 

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