Incumbent Employees

Critical skills required or changed by new technology or processes

Skilled and semi-skilled employees in production, maintenance and management

Courses in many topics, including Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, project management, statistical process control, hydraulics, pneumatics, electronics, preventive maintenance, and troubleshooting. We partner with an array of world-class training providers to offer these and other training services throughout our system.

Blueprint Reading and Basic Shop Math

This course will provide basic instruction in blueprint reading and basic shop math. Students will learn the basic layout of a blueprint, learn to identify the types of lines and common symbols used on blueprints, learn to interpret basic drawings, practice measurement using a rule, and be able to understand the use of architects’ and engineer’ scales. Students will also learn the application of basic shop math such as decimals, fractions, and metric conversions. Call (828) 254-1921, Ext. 5823 or email koconnor@abtech.edu, for details.
Course delivered by request, either on campus or onsite.

Forklift Safety and Operation Training

Provide training for your employees in required OSHA standards in Safety and Operation of forklifts. Participants will be trained in the latest safety and operation requirements as outlined by OSHA. 90% attendance and passing both a written and driving test will qualify the student for certification. Call (828) 254-1921, Ext. 5823 or email koconnor@abtech.edu, for details.
Course delivered by request, either on campus or onsite.

Measuring Tools for Industry

This course introduces students to the basic precision measuring tools used in industry. Participants will learn the intruments’ functions, operations, and related safety procedures. Hand tools to be studied include the rule, micrometer, dial calipers, and jo blocks. Call (828) 254-1921, Ext. 5823 or email koconnor@abtech.edu, for details.
Course delivered by request, either on campus or onsite.

OSHA 10-Hour Construction Standards

Increase the safety awareness of your construction employees and supervisors and help reduce your on-job accidents. This course is designed for any employee wanting to know the basic safety standards for the construction industry as outlined by OSHA. Successful participants will receive an official OSHA 10-hour course completion card. Call (828) 254-1921, Ext. 5823 or email koconnor@abtech.edu, for details.
Course delivered by request, either on campus or onsite.

OSHA 30-Hour Construction Industry Outreach Training Program

Identify construction-related safety problems and hazards and how to remove them. Learn how to complete a Focused Inspection and do record keeping for an OSHA Audit. Your managers and superintendents will get an introduction to OSHA Standards, General Safety and Health Provisions, Competent Person, and Clarification of Citation Policies. Other topics can include:

OSHA 10-Hour Safety Awareness for General Industry

Increase the safety awareness of your employees and reduce your accidents. This course is designed for any employee or managers wanting to know the basic safety standards for General Industry as outlined by OSHA. The course curriculum and instructor are certified by OSHA. Successful students will receive an official OSHA 10-hour course completion card. Call (828) 254-1921, Ext. 5823 or email koconnor@abtech.edu, for details.
Course delivered by request, either on campus or onsite.

OSHA 30-Hour Safety Standards for General Industry

Learn how to identify safety problems and hazards and remove them. Learn what written accident prevention plans are required by OSHA. Participants will learn how to locate and interpret standards and prepare for an OSHA audit. The course curriculum and instructor are certified by OSHA. Successful students will receive an official OSHA 30-hour course completion card. Call (828) 254-1921, Ext. 5823 or email koconnor@abtech.edu, for details.
Course delivered by request, either on campus or onsite.