Moraine Park Technical College

Spanish for Medical Professionals
2018-03-10 08:00 - 16:00 (America/Chicago) | West Bend Campus, Room T-104, 2151 North Main Street , West Bend , 53090
Determine Spanish phrases necessary for providing patient care and interacting with families. Learn over 50 English/Spanish statements, including commands and questions. Class will be pertinent to anyone working in the medical profession including Nurses, Doctors, EMT’s, Paramedics, and Medical Technicians.

Hiring the Right Subcontractor or Employee
2018-03-16 08:00 - 12:00 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room O-108, 235 N National Ave, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935, United States
During this course you will be asked to consider how your own actions impact the hiring of employees or subcontractors. We will discuss ways you can minimize frustration and risk from poorly performing employees. Using education, discussion, and examples, this course will prompt you to investigate how job duties are defined and show you ways to review the qualifications of someone you want to hire. Lead by an instructor with a lifetime of experience in construction and a graduate degree psychology, topics discussed will be incorporated into everyday practice to improve personnel and management, customer service, and communication.

ISO 9001: Internal Auditor
2018-03-21 08:00 - 12:00 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room E-134
Mandated by ISO 900l, quality auditing is a catalyst for corrective action, continuous improvement and adherence to the ISO standard. Participants will learn how to accurately conduct an audit of Company/Business processes, the required ISO procedures, and the QMS to ensure compliance. Upon completion, participants will be able to answer the following questions:
• Understand ISO 900l standard and auditing requirements
• Explain how to effectively conduct an interview audit, and requirements of internal auditors
• Evaluate conformance to the QMS and Company/Business processes
• Assess system conformity and effectiveness, along with adherence to current ISO standards
• Demonstrate use of a Process Turtle tool to understand processes, realize the process flow, and develop internal audit questions
This class meets on Wednesdays, March 21, 28 and April 4, 11, 18 and 25, 2018.

Automotive Voltage and Ohmeters
2018-04-06 09:00 - 15:30
Use digital volt ohmeters (DVOM), conduct voltage drop and relay circuit testing, and learn how to read automotive wiring diagrams. Classroom education is combined with hands-on application. Course prepares students for completion of A6 ASE electrical exam. Students are encourage to complete Automotive Electrical 1 prior to this course.

Reiki for Health Care Professionals
2018-04-14 08:00 - 16:00 | West Bend Campus, Room L-131, 2151 North Main Street, West Bend, WI, 53090, United States
Hands-on healing that is effective for emotional, mental and physical health issues is currently being practiced at 800 hospitals and clinics throughout the United States. While focusing on the use of Reiki in the Health Care profession, this Japanese form of stress reduction and deep relaxation helps strengthen the immune system and promote healing for just about anyone. Join us to learn Level I Reiki so you are able to give a Reiki session to a patient and perform self-healing. A book is provided. Students will earn a certificate of completion.

Structural Welding Certification Exams
2018-04-14 08:00 - 16:00 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room E-156, 235 N National Ave , Fond du Lac , 54935
Wisconsin Statute #Ind.53.63 requires that all structural welding done in the state of Wisconsin be performed by state-certified welders. Single family or two-family dwellings and buildings used solely for agricultural purposes are exempt from this requirement.
All tests are in accordance with AWS D1.1 Structural Steel Welding Code. All joint configurations and welding processes must meet the criteria given under section 3 of AWS D1.1 titled Prequalification of WPSs.
Exam Information:

All tests are given by State of Wisconsin Weld Test Conductors. Welders successfully passing this test can be registered with the state of Wisconsin as certified welders. This is commonly known as being “state certified.’
Exams are given on 1” or 3/8” steel plate.
Joints are V-grooves with or without backing strips in the positions needed.
SMAW, FCAW or GMAW processes may be used.
More plates can be purchased for $100 each. If needed, please call 262-335-5825.

Microsoft Visio 2016: Part 1
2018-04-14 08:00 - 17:00 | West Bend Campus, Room T-117, 2151 N Main St, West Bend, WI, 53090, United States
Visual images represent knowledge, data, and information. Beginning with the Paleolithic cave paintings and continuing to today’s most complex computer networks, these images leverage the ability of the human brain to rapidly perceive patterns and trends from visual representations.
In today’s workplace, visual diagrams are an essential part of communication, from road maps to sales flows to process charts. Microsoft® Visio® provides you with an intuitive, customizable tool to easily create a professional-looking visual product by using its extensive gallery of shapes. By following the exercises in this course, you will create visually engaging diagrams, maps, and drawings, using graphical elements to make information easier to comprehend.
This course is designed for persons who are new to Visio and who will be using Visio to create basic workflows and perform end-to-end flowcharting.

A "Think Safe" Jobsite
2018-04-20 08:00 - 12:00 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room O-108, 235 N National Ave, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935, United States
4,821 workers died on the job in 2014. Construction accidents and fatalities are real, they happen, and they can be very serious. This course is designed for all members of the workforce from office staff to field workers. It is intended to make each attendee an active part of a safety culture on all sites from large to small. Additionally, Dwelling Contractor Qualifier licensed attendees will receive 4 Continuing Education hours at successful completion. You will leave this course able to think about and able to enact safe practices on each jobsite. Cut costs, reduce injury, and eliminate worry.

Automotive Computers and Scan Tools
2018-04-27 09:00 - 15:30 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room B-109, 235 N. National Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935, 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. Students should take Automotive Intro to Scan Tools 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.

Managing the Performance of Others
2018-05-03 08:00 - 12:00 | West Bend Campus, Room T-117, 2151 N Main St, West Bend, WI, 53090, United States
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.
Target Audience: Leaders who seek to develop strong teams and drive outstanding results will benefit from this series.
Outcomes:

Prepare for a focused performance management conversation to address expectation setting, poor performance and performance appraisals.
Clarify expectations in a way that increases employees’ ability to manage more of their job responsibilities on their own.
Conduct focused conversations about poor performance that result in action toward improvement.
Give their perspective of performance by focusing on core points.
Overcome major performance disconnects with employees.
Increase employee motivation, learning and productivity, and ensure collaboration within the team.
Develop an action plan focused on application of skills to the workplace.

This class meets on Thursdays, May 3, 10, 17 and 24, 2018.

Automotive Intro to Labscope
2018-05-04 09:00 - 15:30 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room B-109, 235 N. National Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935, United States
Introduction to automotive labscope using Snap-on Verus Pro scan tool and labscope. Students are encouraged to bring your own lab scope and vehicles with concerns. Students are encouraged to take Automotive Scan Tool course prior to this class. Snap-on certification available after passing certification exam (optional).

Automotive Lab Scope Application
2018-05-11 09:00 - 15:30 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room B-109, 235 N. National Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935, United States
Hands-on application of lab scope testing in a shop setting. Briefly reviews introductory concepts but utilizes application on vehicles with concerns on a more advanced level. Students are encouraged to bring vehicles with concerns. Students should take Automotive Intro to Lab Scopes prior to this course. Course prepares student for completion of A6 ASE electrical exam.

Adult First Aid for the Workplace
2018-05-18 12:30 - 17:30 | West Bend Campus, Room T-117, 2151 N Main St, West Bend, WI, 53090, United States
Prompt action in an emergency medical situation can really make a difference. Are you prepared? In this class you will learn basic first aid and CPR in a relaxed environment. It fulfills OSHA requirements for bloodborne pathogens and first aid for business and industry. This is an instructor led, hands-on, course. Topics covered include:

First aid basics
Medical emergencies
Injury emergencies
Environmental emergencies

Upon completion of this course, students receive an American Heart Association Heartsaver First Aid Course Completion Card that is valid for two years.

Gas Metal Arc Welding Workshop I
2018-07-09 18:00 - 21:00 | Jackson Regional Center, Room JX-118
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 Mondays and Thursdays, July 9, 12, 16, 19 and 23, 2018.

Gas Metal Arc Welding Workshop II
2018-07-30 08:00 - 17:00
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 Mondays and Thursdays, July 30, August 2, 6, 9, and 13, 2018.

How Management Will Avoid Employment Liability
2018-08-03 14:00 - 16:00 | West Bend Campus, Room T-118
Take a fresh look at essential employment practices. Examine legal compliance issues, preventative maintenance measures, manager training, recruiting, employee handbooks, job descriptions, contracts, documentation, disciplining and terminating employees. Gain knowledge needed to assess current practices and implement the appropriate preventative workplace processes, policies and activities to avoid liability.

5S Visual Management
2018-08-09 08:00 - 12:00 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room O-104, 235 N National Ave. , Fond du Lac , 54935
This overview of 5S introduces participants to the importance of creating a visual workplace where waste stands out. 5S creates a clean and safe workplace that helps support the other tools of Lean.

Discuss why 5S is important.
Learn why it is a requirement for Lean.
Learn why it is called 5S instead of workplace organization.

Data Analysis with PivotTables
2018-08-27 17:30 - 19:30 | Beaver Dam Campus, Room K-207, 700 Gould Street, Beaver Dam, WI, 53916, United States
With ever increasing amounts of data, the need to analyze that data and gain actionable insight is greater than ever. You already have experience working with Excel, but now need to be able to harness the power of the PivotTable feature and create PivotCharts. This will help you to gain a competitive edge. You will not only be able to summarize data for analysis, but also organize the data in a way that can be meaningful when present to others.
This class meets Monday, August 27 and Wednesday, August 29, 2018.

Green Belt Certification
2018-08-28 08:00 - 16:30 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room O-104, 235 N National Ave. , Fond du Lac , 54935
The Wisconsin Technical College System (WTCS) – Green Belt Certification takes your employees to the next level of training in the Six Sigma philosophy. The certification includes 88 hours of classroom training and 5 hours of individualized coaching on your project. Participants will apply the skills and tools learned to their workplace project (This is a prerequisite for the Six Sigma Black Belt Completion Program.)
The Six Sigma approach:

Utilizes DMAIC (Define, Measure, Analyze, Improve, Control) methodology.
Closely understands customer needs.
Has disciplined use of facts, data and statistical analysis.
Pays diligent attention to managing, improving and reinventing business processes.
Uses training designed to be easy to comprehend and implement.

Upon course completion, each participant will receive:
• Six associate of applied science degree credits.

A Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate from Moraine Park, in partnership with the WTCS.

This class meets on the following dates:
August 28, 29 and 30
September 19 and 20
October 17 and 18
November 14 and 15
December 19 and 20
January 10, 2019 – Final Project Presentations

What Organizations Need to Know to Minimize HR Litigation
2018-09-07 14:00 - 16:00 | West Bend Campus, Room T-118
Gain a new perspective on the most demanding legal traps. Expand your knowledge on how to discipline and terminate employees without consequence, enforce corporate policies, and avoid harassment and discrimination charges while maintaining legal compliance. Using real life application from the workplace, participants will learn what can happen if corrective action is not taken.

Forklift Safety
2018-09-08 07:30 - 16:00 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room B-109, 235 N. National Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935, 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.

Adobe InDesign Creative Cloud
2018-09-08 09:00 - 12:00 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room O-216, 235 N National Ave, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935, United States
This course is intended for students who want to use the basic tools and features of InDesign for creating professional page layouts and designs. Give your documents a well-designed, professional look that will put you a step ahead in the marketplace. Adobe® InDesign CC has all the tolls you need to elevate the look of your document and get it out to the people who need to see it, whether it be in print or on the web.
Course Objectives:
In this course, you will use Adobe InDesign CC to create and deliver professional looking printed and interactive documents. You will:
• Navigate the InDesign interface.
• Create a new document.
• Customize a document using color, swatches, gradients, and styles.
• Manage page elements.
• Add tables.
• Prepare documents for deployment.
This class meets Saturdays, September 8 and 15, 2018.

OSHA 10 - 1910 General Industry
2018-09-10 08:00 - 13:00 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room A-112, 235 N National Ave, Fond du Lac, 54935
Fulfills the requirements for the OSHA 10-hour Outreach Training for General Industry. Topics covered include:

Introduction to OSHA
Walking and working surfaces
Exit routes
Emergency action plans/fire protection
Electrical
Personal protective equipment (PPE)
Hazard Communications (Haz Com)
Bloodborne Pathogens
Material handling
Machine guarding

Students will receive an OSHA 10 card to document successful completion.
This class meets Monday, September 10 and Tuesday, September 11, 2018.

Influential Leadership
2018-09-10 08:00 - 17:00 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room O-103, 235 N National Ave , Fond du Lac, 54935
People deliver results, it’s just that simple. But often interpersonal conflicts and communication breakdowns get in the way of truly great performance. In this series, participants focus on building competence in the areas of: leadership credibility, accountability, interpersonal communication, collaboration, integrity and navigating change.
Target Audience: Individual contributors as well as leaders who seek to develop strong teams and drive outstanding results will benefit from this series.
Outcomes:

Apply basic leadership principles to build trust and promote collaboration in the workplace.
Understand and appreciate diverse communication and thinking styles.
Listen to the information needed to achieve results while maintaining constructive relationships.
Manage emotions and overcome conflict in the workplace.
Take positive action to make change successful, both individually and with others.
Develop an action plan focused on application of skills to the workplace.

This class meets Mondays, September 10, 24, October 8, 22, and November 5, 2018.

Leading Others: Expanding Organizational Capability
2018-09-10 13:00 - 17:00 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room O-103, 235 N National Ave , Fond du Lac, 54935
Leading within a team environment requires the ability to influence, to have constructive conversations focused on business goals, and a willingness to develop others to bring about day-to-day behavioral improvement. In this series, participants focus on building competence in the areas of: leadership credibility, team accountability, coaching, business thinking, decision making, and change management.
Target Audience: Individual contributors as well as leaders who seek to develop strong teams and drive outstanding results will benefit from this series.
Outcomes:

Present information to ensure understanding and influence the actions of others to achieve goals.
Provide constructive feedback in a way that builds openness and mutual respect and promotes

problem solving and learning.

Recognize and reinforce behaviors of others that lead to the right results.
Develop others to expand their capabilities so they will have
the confidence to take on new challenges and work more independently.
Prioritize work and learn a common-sense approach to formulate clear goals and action plans that achieve results.
Develop an action plan focused on application of skills to the workplace.

This class meets on Mondays, September 10, 24, October 8, 22, and November 5, 2018

Grant Writing 101
2018-09-13 05:00 - 20:00 | West Bend Campus, Room T-118
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!

Kaizen
2018-09-13 08:00 - 12:00 | West Bend Campus, Room T-117, 2151 N Main St, West Bend, WI, 53090, United States
Learn the critical planning elements involved in running a successful kaizen event. Pre-event work that is done is critical to ensure a successful event and sustainable change. Learn the importance of:

Team selection.
Workplace selection.
Work area layouts.
Budget.
Involvement of support personnel.

Zodiak: The Game of Business Strategy and Finance
2018-09-13 08:00 - 16:30 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room A-112, 235 N National Ave, Fond du Lac, 54935
Zodiak is a sophisticated classroom business simulation disguised as a board game. It’s a fast-paced, energizing and engaging way to build the financial literacy and business acumen skills of your managers, leaders and employees. During this one-day classroom program, participants use financial data to make decisions to invest in new product and equipment; manage inventory, costs and cash flow; purchase materials; and respond to quality changes.
Participants will explore concepts and learn how to:

Articulate the organization’s financial and strategic imperatives.
Read and interpret financial reports.
Align their department and personal goals to overall company success.
Make better decisions and inspire others to do the same.

Automotive Voltage and Ohmeters
2018-09-28 09:00 - 15:30 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room B-109, 235 N. National Avenue, Fond du Lac, WI, 54935, United States
Use digital volt ohmeters (DVOM), conduct voltage drop and relay circuit testing, and learn how to read automotive wiring diagrams. Classroom education is combined with hands-on application. Course prepares students for completion of A6 ASE electrical exam. Students are encourage to complete Automotive Circuits and Testing prior to this course.

Structural Welding Certification Exams
2018-09-29 08:00 - 16:00 | Fond du Lac Campus, Room E-156, 235 N National Ave , Fond du Lac , 54935
Wisconsin Statute #Ind.53.63 requires that all structural welding done in the state of Wisconsin be performed by state-certified welders. Single family or two-family dwellings and buildings used solely for agricultural purposes are exempt from this requirement.
All tests are in accordance with AWS D1.1 Structural Steel Welding Code. All joint configurations and welding processes must meet the criteria given under section 3 of AWS D1.1 titled Prequalification of WPSs.

Exam Information:

All tests are given by State of Wisconsin Weld Test Conductors. Welders successfully passing this test can be registered with the state of Wisconsin as certified welders. This is commonly known as being “state certified.”

Exams are given on 1” or 3/8” steel plate.
Joints are V-grooves with or without backing strips in the positions needed.
SMAW, FCAW or GMAW processes may be used.
More plates can be purchased for $100 each. If needed, please call 262-335-5825.

For more information, please call Larry Clark at 920-887-4490.
