Moraine Park Technical College

Resilience: How To Keep Going When The Going Gets Tough
2021-01-26 08:00 - 12:00 (America/Chicago) | Online
Conflict, change, and stress are a regular part of everyday organizational life. The key to employee survival is resilience, the ability to bounce back after adversity. Being resilient doesn’t prevent tough challenges from happening, but it does provide individuals with the strength and wherewithal to recover and move on time and time again. This training offers individuals a blueprint for increasing their resilience. Aimed at developing confidence, support networks, achievable goals, and stress management skills.
$169 per person. Price includes materials.

Employee Engagement: The Supervisor's Guide to Rebuilding and Reconnecting Teams
2021-01-27 08:00 - 12:00 | Online
This course introduces leaders and managers alike to the tools and techniques for ensuring employees feel valued and supported in their day-to-day responsibilities. Organized into four distinct categories or strategies for employee engagement, the program offers self-assessments, interactive activities, and practical knowledge for becoming an effective and influential leader.
$159 per person. Price includes materials.

National Electrical Code Updates Chapters 1-9
2021-01-30 07:30 - 11:30 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room B-129, 235 N National Ave, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935, United States
Provides the students with 24 hours of instruction related to change, additions, deletions in the current National Electrical Code Chapters 1-9 of the NEC and SPS 316. Class is approved for 24 hours of continuing education credit by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services for electricians and inspectors. Emphasizes code application as it relates to electrical residential, commercial, and industrial installations to determine compliance with the state and national electrical code.
Each topic is presented in a PowerPoint format followed by discussion and questions related to code. Students should bring a copy of the National Electrical Code book. Students will receive an updated copy of SPS 316.
Take all of the classes and you will complete the requirement of 24 hours of Continuing Education Units required by the Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services for:
• Master Electrician
• Registered Electrician
• Residential Master Electrician
• Commercial Electrical Inspector
• Journeyman Electrician
• Industrial Journeyman Electrician
• Residential Journeyman Electrician
• UDC Electrical Inspector
This class meets Saturdays, January 30, February 6, 13, 20, 27 and March 6, 2021.
$459 per person. Lunch is on your own.

Welding Processes GMAW Workshop I
2021-01-30 08:00 - 11:45 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room E-156, 235 N National Ave , Fond du Lac , 54935
This 5 week workshop is designed to provide students with basic knowledge of welding. It is ideal for skilled tradespeople, career changers, continuing education related training or those that just want to know more about welding. We will introduce you to welding terminology, safety, machine setup and shut down, metal identification, plasma cutting and GMAW welding processes and positons. Learn how welding equipment functions and then practice your new skills to make quality gas metal arc welds on metals of different thicknesses. Other welding processes may be explored with the permission of the instructor.
This class meets Saturdays, January 30, February 6, 13 and 20, 2021.
$169 per person.

Forklift Safety
2021-01-30 08:00 - 16:00, 2021-03-06 08:00 - 16:00 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room B-128, 235 N. National Ave., Fond du Lac, WI, 54936, United States
Explore the fundamentals of forklift operation in the workplace. Students receive hands-on application by practicing with a forklift. Participants examine factors affecting safe operation for the operator, the load, the forklift and the physical environment. Certification is available upon completion for propane, electric and pallet jack forklifts (types I, IV, V). Class is compliant with OSHA standard 1910.178 for powered trucks. Forklift books are included in the cost and will be distributed by the instructor the day of the class.
$125 per person. Price includes materials. Lunch is on your own.

Guide to QuickBook Constructions
2021-01-30 08:30 - 11:30 | West Bend Campus, Room T-105, 2151 N Main St, West Bend, 53090
Explore the features of QuickBooks specifically useful for contractors. Topics include creating estimates, running job cost reports, tracking time, producing statements and invoices, and using the sales tax and payroll features. Staying organized helps you make better decisions and saves you time and money at tax time. Approved by State of WI for three hours of credit for Dwelling Contractor Qualifier.
$50 per person. Price includes materials.

Understanding Diverse Thinking And Communication Styles
2021-02-01 | Online
The Diversity Game quickly gives individuals a picture of their thinking and communication styles and helps them find ways to improve communication with others whose styles differ from their own. This interactive game is based on the Herrmann Whole Brain Model that divides mental processing preferences into four distinct clusters or style preferences.
Online self-paced course. Enroll any time between February 1 – May 1, 2021 and complete on your own schedule.
$55 per person.

Think Critically
2021-02-01 | Online
Participants learn to differentiate assumptions from reality, maintain an open mind approaching concepts and problems from different perspectives, and use systematic, logical thinking to analyze processes.
Online self-paced course. Enroll any time between
February 1 – May 1, 2021 and complete on your own schedule.
$99 per person.

Communicate Clearly
2021-02-01 | Online
Participants learn to be clear and concise when giving directions and presenting information in an organized format. They further learn to communicate in writing using appropriate grammar, spelling format and technical terms, according to established writing standards.
Online self-paced course. Enroll any time between
February 1 – May 1, 2021 and complete on your own schedule.
$99 per person.

Demonstrate Integrity
2021-02-01 | Online
Participants learn to demonstrate trustworthiness by being honest, dependable, and reliable. Learning activities help participants learn to apply ethical standards to workplace conduct, and to consistently produce high-quality work.
Online self-paced course. Enroll any time between February 1 – May 1, 2021 and complete on your own schedule.
$99 per person.

Work Productively
2021-02-01 | Online
Participants learn the importance of completing projects within specified resources parameters and time frames. Learning activities focus on prioritizing tasks, apply industry standards and practices to ensure quality work, and seeking out opportunities to increase individual productivity.
Online self-paced course. Enroll any time between February 1 – May 1, 2021 and complete on your own schedule.
$99 per person.

Practical Project Management
2021-02-01 | Online
Successfully completing projects on time and within budget is critical to business success at all levels. Yet many project managers need help understanding the key principles to be successful. This course provides project managers an understanding of the steps to successfully lead projects to completion, including definition, planning and implementation.
This 16-hour online course is available online from February 1-12, 2021.
$599 per person.

Work Cooperatively in Teams
2021-02-01 | Online
Participants learn to work with others on a team to solve problems by identifying their responsibilities as team members, participating in group decision making, and applying strengths and opinions of others to complete projects.
Online self-paced course. Enroll any time between February 1 – May 1, 2021 and complete on your own schedule.
$99 per person.

Managing The Performance of Others
2021-02-01 08:00 - 12:00 | Online
As the manager, supervisor or leader of a work group or team, performance leaders help others do the work that ultimately makes an organization successful. They must ensure employee performance aligns with the direction and strategy of the organization. The skills taught in this workshop help participants prepare for and conduct different types of performance-related discussions. In this series, participants focus on building competence in the areas of: team accountability, coaching, business thinking, decision making, and change management.
Series Price: $950 per person. Price includes materials.

Personality Matters: Better Communication
2021-02-01 17:30 - 21:30 | West Bend Campus, Room S-111, 2151 North Main Street, West Bend, 53090
Expert communication between construction professionals and others on the job site is essential for successful project completion. Contractor tradespeople may interact with on-site supervisors and project managers as well as, expeditors, bookkeepers, and designers to name a few. Successfully communicating with others requires clear and efficient communication tailored to the needs of all those involved. Learn how personality impacts the construction process. Approved by State of WI for four hours of credit for Dwelling Contractor Qualifier.
$50 per person. Price includes materials.

Microsoft Excel Level 1 Professional Series
2021-02-02 17:30 - 21:30 | West Bend Campus, Room L-114, 2151 North Main Street , West Bend , WI, 53090, United States
This course covers beginning-level skills, and is ideal for the newer computer user who wants to become well versed in Excel.
Topics introduced include the Ribbon interface; entering and editing data; selecting cells and ranges; printing worksheets; creating formulas and functions; formatting cell contents; inserting and deleting columns, rows, and cells; charts; and more. After completing this course, students can successfully face the challenges presented in Microsoft Excel 2013: Level 2.
The class meets Tuesdays, February 2 & 9, 2021
$159 per person. Price includes materials.

Developing Your Direct Reports
2021-02-08 08:00 - 12:00 | Online
This course will help participants learn Development Coaching. So what’s the difference between Performance Management and Development Coaching? Performance management is focused on eliminating the weaknesses of the past and present. Development coaching, on the other hand, targets employee strengths as the basis for future performance and the achievement of long-term goals. And the other major difference? It requires the direct and regular involvement of the manager.
$145 per person. Price includes materials.

"Think Safe" Jobsite
2021-02-15 17:30 - 21:30 | West Bend Campus, Room S-111, 2151 North Main Street, West Bend, 53090
Hundreds of workers are killed in the U.S. each month. Construction accidents and fatalities are real, they happen, and they can be serious. This course is designed for all employees in the construction workforce from office staff to field workers. It is intended to make each attendee an active part of a safety culture on all job sites frm large to small. Upon completion of this course, you will be able to enact safe practices on the jobsite, cut costs, reduce injury and eliminate worry. Approved by State of WI for four hours of credit for Dwelling Contractor Qualifier.
$50 per person. Price includes materials.

Microsoft Excel Level 2 Professional Series
2021-02-16 17:30 - 21:00 | West Bend Campus, Room L-114, 2151 North Main Street , West Bend , WI, 53090, United States
This course covers more complex skills than those presented in Level 1 course, but with the same proven instructional design. Topics introduced include large worksheets and workbooks; tables; outlines; inserting clip art, pictures and SmartArt; templates; digital signatures; and more. After completing this course, students can successfully face the challenges presented in Microsoft Excel 2013: Level 3.
This class meets Tuesdays, February 16 & 23, 2021
$159 per person. Price includes materials.

Metrology
2021-02-25 08:00 - 16:30 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room B-128, 235 N. National Ave., Fond du Lac, WI, 54936, United States
Consistent, reliable, and accurate measurements are a requirement for any manufacturing business. This course introduces participants to dimensional metrology with exposure to various measurement techniques. Participants develop skills and knowledge of vernier calipers, dial calipers, depth micrometers, outside micrometers with both inch and metric scales, indicators, telescoping gages, sine bars, gage blocks, and instruments for surface analysis.
$299 per person. Includes materials and refreshments. Lunch not included.

Welding Processes GMAW Workshop II
2021-02-27 08:00 - 11:45 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room E-156, 235 N National Ave , Fond du Lac , 54935
Take your welding skills to the next level in this workshop. Advance your skills and incorporate new metals and thicknesses. Students develop advanced welding techniques and receive instruction to give your welds a more professional appearance. We will also cover plasma cutting. Other welding processes may be explored with the permission of the instructor. PREREQUISITE: Gas Metal Arc Welding Workshop I.
This class meets Saturdays, February 27, March 6, 13 and 20, 2021.
$169 per person.

QuickBooks Desktop Basics
2021-02-27 08:30 - 11:30 | West Bend Campus, Room T-105, 2151 N Main St, West Bend, 53090
This is a brief introductory course that covers the basic concepts of QuickBooks. It also reviews fundamental accounting concepts. The key features you will learn are managing QuickBook files, working with customer and vendor transactions, banking with QuickBooks, planning and creating a new company, and opening of balances and balance sheet reports.
This class meets Saturdays, February 27 – March 20, 2021
$139 per person. Price includes materials.

Microsoft Excel Level 3 Professional Series
2021-03-02 17:30 - 21:00 | West Bend Campus, Room L-114, 2151 North Main Street , West Bend , WI, 53090, United States
This course provides more complex skills than those presented in our Level 1 and Level 2 courses, but with the same proven instructional design. This is an advanced course that will challenge students.
Topics introduced include PivotTables and macros, financial functions, data analysis, auditing and additional functions, advanced formatting and analysis tools, collaboration, and more.
This class meets Tuesdays, March 2 & 9, 2021
$159 per person. Price includes materials.

Civility and Communications
2021-03-08 17:30 - 21:30 | West Bend Campus, Room S-111, 2151 North Main Street, West Bend, 53090
The construction workplace is becoming more diverse and stressful. This 4- course seeks to promote civility and equality at the work site. Students will learn about the impact of stress, aggression, violence, and incivility on themselves and other workers. Awareness of non-traditional populations on the jobsite, proper management of personnel, well-being, and enhanced productive communication among stakeholders will be discussed. Approved by State of WI for four hours of credit for Dwelling Contractor Qualifier.
$50 per person. Price includes materials.

Emotional Intelligence
2021-03-11 08:00 - 12:00 | Online
No doubt technical and task-oriented skills are important to bring to any working environment, but research has proven that real success comes from those who have honed the soft skill of emotional intelligence. No organization is without its ups, downs, and of course, turnarounds, which is why emotional intelligence is an essential aspect for anyone in the working field. In a world of deadlines, organizational changes, limited resources, and conflicting orders (to name a few stressors), having the ability to control your emotions is essential to navigating the unavoidably high-stress environment that often shapes the working world.
$145 per person. Price includes materials.

Grant Writing 101
2021-03-11 15:30 - 18:30 | Online
Know the basics about grant writing form the preplanning steps to identifying and selecting opportunities. Understand the process, format, content, and submission guidelines you need to be aware of. This foundation grant writing course will get you started in the grant writing world!
$90 per person. Price include materials.

Automotive Computers And Scan Tools
2021-03-19 09:00 - 15:30 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room B-128, 235 N. National Ave., Fond du Lac, WI, 54936, United States
Explore computer control systems and troubleshoot using Snap-on Verus scan tools in class. Expand on electrical testing techniques covered in Automotive Circuits & Testing and Automotive Voltage & Ohmeters. Students are encouraged to bring other brand lab scopes for classroom discussion. It is recommended that students take auto scan tool class prior to this course or have significant scan tool experience. Classroom education is combined with hands-on application. Course prepares student for completion of A6 ASE electrical exam.

Construction Blueprint Reading
2021-03-30 17:30 - 21:30 | West Bend Campus, Room S-111, 2151 North Main Street, West Bend, 53090
Introduces the skills required to read and interpret building trade-related blueprints. Incorporates sketching, interpretation of symbols and line identification. Provides experience in reading plans in both residential and light commercial construction, as well as interpreting specification.
This class meets on Tuesday, March 30 and Wednesday, March 31, 2021.
$99 per person. Price includes materials.

QuickBooks Desktop Advanced
2021-04-10 08:30 - 11:30 | West Bend Campus, Room T-105, 2151 N Main St, West Bend, 53090
This course is a continuation of QuickBooks Desktop Basics. Students are guided with step by step instructions covering advanced topics of QuickBooks: working with physical inventory, payroll and job costing, creating estimates and formatting options, working with balance sheets and customizing your QuickBooks file using reports and graphs.
This class meets Saturdays, April 10 – May 1, 2021.
$139 per person. Price includes materials.
