Industry & Manufacturing Training   

ACE CNC Machining is a 4-day, hands-on adult workforce course designed for anyone 18+ who wants to build real CNC mill skills. This no-cost training focuses on practical, job-ready experience using industry-standard equipment, making it a great fit for beginners or those looking to upskill in manufacturing.

Classes are held at the Strawberry Plains Campus, starting at 9:00 AM each day. Participants will gain experience with machine operation, basic setup, and part production in a supportive, small-group environment. This is a strong opportunity to expand your skill set or explore a new career path at no cost.

For a deposit waiver, students and industry partners can contact Andy Polnicki at aepolnicki@pstcc.edu.

ACE CNC Machining is a 4-day, hands-on adult workforce course designed for anyone 18+ who wants to build real CNC mill skills. This no-cost training focuses on practical, job-ready experience using industry-standard equipment, making it a great fit for beginners or those looking to upskill in manufacturing.

Classes are held at the Strawberry Plains Campus, starting at 9:00 AM each day. Participants will gain experience with machine operation, basic setup, and part production in a supportive, small-group environment. This is a strong opportunity to expand your skill set or explore a new career path at no cost.

For a deposit waiver, students and industry partners can contact Andy Polnicki at aepolnicki@pstcc.edu.

ACE CNC Machining is a 4-day, hands-on adult workforce course designed for anyone 18+ who wants to build real CNC mill skills. This no-cost training focuses on practical, job-ready experience using industry-standard equipment, making it a great fit for beginners or those looking to upskill in manufacturing.

Classes are held at the Strawberry Plains Campus, starting at 9:00 AM each day. Participants will gain experience with machine operation, basic setup, and part production in a supportive, small-group environment. This is a strong opportunity to expand your skill set or explore a new career path at no cost.

For a deposit waiver, students and industry partners can contact Andy Polnicki at aepolnicki@pstcc.edu.

ACE Metrology is a one-day, hands-on course designed for adults who want to understand how precision and quality drive modern manufacturing. This no-cost training takes place in a lab environment where participants use real measurement tools to inspect parts and learn how quality is verified in industry.

Participants gain practical experience with tools like calipers and micrometers, learn how to read basic dimensions and tolerances, and understand why parts pass or fail inspection. This course is a great complement to CNC machining and a strong opportunity to build skills in quality control and manufacturing. Space is limited and registration is required.

ACE Metrology is a one-day, hands-on course designed for adults who want to understand how precision and quality drive modern manufacturing. This no-cost training takes place in a lab environment where participants use real measurement tools to inspect parts and learn how quality is verified in industry.

Participants gain practical experience with tools like calipers and micrometers, learn how to read basic dimensions and tolerances, and understand why parts pass or fail inspection. This course is a great complement to CNC machining and a strong opportunity to build skills in quality control and manufacturing. Space is limited and registration is required.

ACE Metrology is a one-day, hands-on course designed for adults who want to understand how precision and quality drive modern manufacturing. This no-cost training takes place in a lab environment where participants use real measurement tools to inspect parts and learn how quality is verified in industry.

Participants gain practical experience with tools like calipers and micrometers, learn how to read basic dimensions and tolerances, and understand why parts pass or fail inspection. This course is a great complement to CNC machining and a strong opportunity to build skills in quality control and manufacturing. Space is limited and registration is required.

32-Hour Industrial Electric Course

This hands-on course is designed for individuals with little to no electrical experience who want to build practical skills for industrial maintenance and technician roles. Students will learn the fundamentals of electricity in a real-world context, focusing on safety, basic theory, and how electrical systems function in industrial environments.

Key topics include electrical principles (voltage, current, resistance), AC/DC basics, common components, schematic reading, and introductory troubleshooting. Through guided lab activities, students will gain experience using basic test equipment and working with simple circuits.

Learning outcomes include:

• Understand core electrical concepts used in industry
• Identify common components and read basic schematics
• Safely use electrical test tools
• Apply basic troubleshooting techniques

32-Hour Industrial Electric Course

This hands-on course is designed for individuals with little to no electrical experience who want to build practical skills for industrial maintenance and technician roles. Students will learn the fundamentals of electricity in a real-world context, focusing on safety, basic theory, and how electrical systems function in industrial environments.

Key topics include electrical principles (voltage, current, resistance), AC/DC basics, common components, schematic reading, and introductory troubleshooting. Through guided lab activities, students will gain experience using basic test equipment and working with simple circuits.

Learning outcomes include:

• Understand core electrical concepts used in industry
• Identify common components and read basic schematics
• Safely use electrical test tools
• Apply basic troubleshooting techniques

Fundamentals of GD&T (Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing)
6-Hour Course

This hands-on course introduces the fundamentals of GD&T for individuals with little to no prior experience. Students will learn how GD&T is used in manufacturing to define part geometry, improve communication, and ensure quality.

Key topics include basic symbols, feature control frames, datums, and how to interpret GD&T on engineering drawings. Instruction combines clear explanations with practical examples and exercises.

Learning outcomes include:

• Understand the purpose and benefits of GD&T
• Recognize common GD&T symbols and datums
• Interpret basic feature control frames
• Read and apply GD&T on simple prints

6-Hour Course

This hands-on course introduces students to the most common industrial sensing technologies used in modern manufacturing and automation. Brief theory is combined with practical lab activities focused on understanding how sensors operate, how they are applied, and how they are installed and troubleshot in real systems.

Topics include inductive, capacitive, magneto-resistive, and photoelectric sensors (including through-beam, retro-reflective, diffuse, and fiber-optic types). Students will also learn basic wiring practices (2/3/4-wire, PNP/NPN), signal types, scaling concepts, noise reduction, and introductory diagnostics.

Learning outcomes include:

• Understand how common industrial sensors function and where they are used
• Identify and differentiate major sensor types used in automation
• Wire and interpret basic sensor configurations (PNP/NPN, 2/3/4-wire)
• Recognize signal behavior, scaling basics, and noise issues
• Apply basic troubleshooting techniques to sensor systems

Fusion 360 CAD Fundamentals
24-Hour Course (6 Weeks)

This hands-on course introduces students to computer-aided design (CAD) using Autodesk Fusion 360. Designed for beginners, the course builds practical 3D modeling skills through guided weekly instruction combined with structured projects completed between class sessions.

Students will learn core CAD principles including sketching, part modeling, assemblies, and basic drawing creation. Each week, the instructor introduces new techniques and workflows, while students apply those skills to complete progressively more complex design projects. This course is aligned to support advanced manufacturing pathways and helps build a strong foundation for career growth in design, engineering, and CNC machining. Students will also receive a Fusion360 license for home use to continue practice outside of class.

A required course workbook must be purchased for participation.

Learning outcomes include:

• Understand core CAD concepts and Fusion 360 interface navigation
• Create and constrain 2D sketches for part development
• Build accurate 3D solid models and basic assemblies
• Generate and interpret simple engineering drawings
• Apply CAD skills to support CNC-ready designs and manufacturing workflows
• Build skills that directly support and transition into ACE CNC Machining training and CAM-based machining pathways

Manual Machining Fundamentals (Mill & Lathe)
2-Day Course (12 Hours Total)

This hands-on course introduces students to the fundamentals of manual machining through focused instruction on both the milling machine and lathe. Designed for beginners, the course builds essential shop skills through a combination of pre-course training videos and two intensive in-person lab days.

One day is dedicated to manual mill operation and one day to manual lathe operation. Students will learn machine safety, basic setup, tool identification, measuring tools, and core machining techniques through direct, guided practice on real equipment.

Pre-course training videos prepare students for hands-on time in the shop, ensuring in-person sessions are focused on skill development and practical application.

This course also ties in directly with ACE CNC Machining and Metrology training, providing a strong foundation for students progressing into CNC operation, precision measurement, and advanced manufacturing pathways.

Learning outcomes include:

• Understand basic manual machining safety and shop practices
• Identify and use core mill and lathe tooling and setups
• Perform basic milling and turning operations under supervision
• Use measuring tools for basic inspection and verification
• Develop foundational hands-on machining skills for entry-level shop work

MSSC Certified Production Technician – Manufacturing Processes Module (CPT Manufacturing)
40-Hour Course (Hybrid: Online + Instructor-Led Labs)

This course is the third module in the MSSC Certified Production Technician (CPT) series and focuses on the full manufacturing production process from planning and setup through execution, documentation, and shipping. Delivered through a combination of online instruction and hands-on, instructor-led labs, the course builds real-world understanding of how production systems operate in modern manufacturing environments.

Students will learn how manufacturing teams meet customer needs, manage production resources, and operate equipment safely and efficiently. Instruction covers production equipment operation, setup and verification of machines, workflow coordination, communication of production requirements, and monitoring of production performance to meet quality and delivery expectations.

The course also emphasizes lean manufacturing principles, teamwork, and structured communication used in high-performance work environments. Students will apply concepts such as job assignments, team goal setting, workflow coordination, and problem-solving in production-style simulations that reflect real industry conditions.

In addition, students will develop practical understanding of modern manufacturing technologies including CNC systems, automation, robotics concepts, additive manufacturing, IIoT, and data-driven production monitoring.

Learning outcomes include:

• Understand and respond to internal and external customer production needs, including JIT concepts
• Explain and apply production equipment operation, setup, and basic machine functions (CNC, automation, tooling, mechanisms)
• Identify and verify required production resources including materials, tools, and equipment
• Set up and verify equipment to meet product specifications and process requirements
• Apply lean manufacturing principles, including goal setting, teamwork, and high-performance work practices
• Assign and coordinate production work based on skills, schedules, and workflow demands
• Communicate production requirements, material needs, and specifications across teams and shifts
• Perform, monitor, and document production processes to ensure product compliance and efficiency
• Apply basic data awareness including process monitoring, IIoT concepts, and production analytics
• Document compliance, labeling, and production records accurately and consistently
• Prepare, package, and stage final products for shipping according to specifications and regulations

This module is part of the four-course MSSC Certified Production Technician pathway and aligns directly with industry expectations for entry-level production roles in modern manufacturing environments.

MSSC Certified Production Technician – Maintenance Awareness Module (CPT Maintenance)
80-Hour Course (Hybrid: Online + Instructor-Led Labs)

This course is the fourth and final module in the MSSC Certified Production Technician (CPT) series and focuses on equipment reliability, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting awareness, and sustainable manufacturing practices. Delivered through a combination of online instruction and hands-on, instructor-led labs, the course develops the foundational skills needed to recognize, respond to, and support maintenance activities in modern industrial environments.

Students will learn the principles of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), including preventive maintenance scheduling, documentation, communication of repair needs, and verification of equipment performance after maintenance activities. The course emphasizes identifying early signs of equipment issues across mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation systems, including sensors, robotics, PLCs, VFDs, and material handling equipment.

Instruction also includes monitoring equipment performance using alarms, indicators, and system feedback, along with basic awareness of industrial control systems and automation technologies. Students will develop the ability to recognize when to escalate issues to maintenance personnel and how to support uptime through accurate communication, documentation, and follow-up.

A strong focus is placed on workplace organization and operational efficiency through 5S/6S practices, housekeeping standards, and safe work practices. The course also integrates green manufacturing principles, including environmental awareness, waste reduction, recycling, energy efficiency, and responsible handling of materials throughout the production lifecycle.

Learning outcomes include:

• Understand Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) principles and preventive maintenance systems
• Perform, document, and communicate preventive maintenance activities and repair needs
• Identify common causes of equipment failure and recognize early warning signs
• Monitor equipment performance using alarms, indicators, and operational feedback systems
• Recognize maintenance issues in mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, hydraulic, and automation systems
• Understand basic operation of PLCs, robotics, sensors, VFDs, and industrial automation systems
• Apply 5S/6S and workplace organization practices to support safe and efficient production
• Identify and report unsafe or abnormal equipment conditions and follow escalation procedures
• Understand environmental sustainability practices in manufacturing operations
• Support recycling, waste reduction, and energy efficiency initiatives
• Participate in continuous improvement efforts related to maintenance and equipment reliability

This module completes the MSSC Certified Production Technician pathway and builds the foundational maintenance awareness, equipment understanding, and sustainability mindset required for certification readiness and entry-level manufacturing careers.

MSSC Certified Production Technician – Safety Module (CPT Safety)
40-Hour Course (Hybrid: Online + Instructor-Led Labs)

This course is the first module in the MSSC Certified Production Technician (CPT) series and provides a comprehensive foundation in workplace safety, compliance, and safe work practices used in modern manufacturing environments. Delivered through a combination of online instruction and hands-on, instructor-led labs, the course develops the knowledge and behaviors required to work safely in high-performance production settings.

Students will learn how to work within OSHA-aligned safety systems, recognize and control workplace hazards, and support a safe and productive manufacturing environment. Instruction covers safety assessments, inspections, SDS use, environmental awareness, emergency response procedures, and safe operation of equipment in compliance with company and regulatory standards.

The course also emphasizes active participation in safety culture, including training, communication, teamwork, and continuous improvement. Students will develop skills in identifying unsafe conditions, supporting corrective actions, and contributing to safety-focused workplace practices, including ergonomic awareness, housekeeping, and equipment safety monitoring.

Learning outcomes include:

• Understand OSHA-based manufacturing safety systems and the role of frontline workers in safe, high-performance workplaces
• Identify and report workplace hazards and support corrective safety actions
• Perform safety and environmental assessments, inspections, and documentation using proper procedures
• Use Safety Data Sheets (SDS) and follow hazardous material and right-to-know requirements
• Participate in emergency response procedures, drills, and safety team activities
• Apply safe work practices including ergonomics, housekeeping, and lockout/tagout awareness
• Participate in safety training, orientation, and ongoing safety education programs
• Monitor equipment and operator safety performance and report unsafe conditions
• Communicate safety concerns clearly across teams and shifts
• Contribute to safety improvements through feedback, teamwork, and structured communication

This module is part of the four-course MSSC Certified Production Technician pathway and builds the essential safety knowledge, behaviors, and workplace practices required for certification readiness and manufacturing career success.

Heighten your team’s awareness for electrical safety and preventing injury by staying up-to-date on industry standards and OSHA requirements. 

What is NFPA 70E?

Compliance with electrical safety regulations requires a collaborative effort of both the employer and employees. NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace establishes safety processes that use policies, procedures, and program controls to reduce the risk associated with the use of electricity to an acceptable level. The processes covered outline how to comply with OSHA’s electrical safety requirements.

Why does your team need NFPA 70E Certification?

• Heighten your team’s awareness for electrical safety and preventing injury
• Stay up-to-date on industry standards and OSHA requirements

What will you get out of the class?

• Safe work practices to protect employees by reducing exposure to major electrical hazards, including shock, electrocution, arc flash and arc blast
• Training on site-specific applications and work practices
• Certification assists in complying with OSHA 1910 Subpart S & OSHA 1926 Subpart K.

Heighten your team’s awareness for electrical safety and preventing injury by staying up-to-date on industry standards and OSHA requirements. 

What is NFPA 70E?

Compliance with electrical safety regulations requires a collaborative effort of both the employer and employees. NFPA 70E Standard for Electrical Safety in the Workplace establishes safety processes that use policies, procedures, and program controls to reduce the risk associated with the use of electricity to an acceptable level. The processes covered outline how to comply with OSHA’s electrical safety requirements.

Why does your team need NFPA 70E Certification?

• Heighten your team’s awareness for electrical safety and preventing injury
• Stay up-to-date on industry standards and OSHA requirements

What will you get out of the class?

• Safe work practices to protect employees by reducing exposure to major electrical hazards, including shock, electrocution, arc flash and arc blast
• Training on site-specific applications and work practices
• Certification assists in complying with OSHA 1910 Subpart S & OSHA 1926 Subpart K.

• PLC 4 – Advanced Industrial Control & Troubleshooting
  6-Hour Course

  This hands-on course completes the PLC series by focusing on advanced control concepts, system-level troubleshooting, and real-world industrial applications. Students will work with PLC programs and integrated systems to strengthen their ability to analyze, diagnose, and optimize automated processes.

  Topics include advanced sequencing, analog signal handling, basic PID concepts, fault finding strategies, and system-level troubleshooting across inputs, outputs, and program logic. Emphasis is placed on reading existing programs, identifying failures, and making practical corrections in a live lab environment.

  Learning outcomes include:

• Apply advanced PLC programming concepts in industrial scenarios
• Interpret and troubleshoot complex PLC control logic
• Work with analog signals and basic control strategies
• Diagnose system-level faults across hardware and software
• Improve and optimize existing PLC programs through hands-on labs

6-Hour Course

This hands-on course introduces the fundamentals of GD&T for individuals with little to no prior experience. Students will learn how GD&T is used in manufacturing to define part geometry, improve communication, and ensure quality.

Key topics include basic symbols, feature control frames, datums, and how to interpret GD&T on engineering drawings. Instruction combines clear explanations with practical examples and exercises.

Learning outcomes include:

• Understand the purpose and benefits of GD&T
• Recognize common GD&T symbols and datums
• Interpret basic feature control frames
• Read and apply GD&T on simple prints

6-Hour Course

This hands-on course introduces smart sensing technologies and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) used in modern connected manufacturing systems. Students will explore how smart devices communicate, how data is managed at the edge, and how industrial systems use real-time sensor information to improve performance and maintenance.

Topics include IIoT fundamentals (cloud, edge, and fog concepts), IO-Link architecture, and the function of IO-Link masters in industrial networks. Students will also work with smart sensors and devices, focusing on configuration, monitoring, and diagnostics.

Learning outcomes include:

• Understand IIoT concepts and industrial data flow (edge, cloud, fog)
• Explain IO-Link system architecture and master-device communication
• Configure and monitor smart sensors using IO-Link tools
• Interpret sensor diagnostics and condition monitoring data
• Integrate smart sensor data into basic PLC/HMI workflows

SolidWorks CAD Fundamentals
17-Hour Course (8 Weeks)

This hands-on course introduces students to professional 3D CAD modeling using SolidWorks. Designed for beginners, the course develops practical design skills through weekly instruction paired with guided assignments completed between class sessions.

Students will learn core SolidWorks workflows, including sketching, part modeling, assemblies, and basic drawing creation. Each week builds new techniques through instructor demonstrations and structured exercises that reinforce real-world engineering and manufacturing applications. Students will also receive a SolidWorks license for home use to continue practice outside of class.

A required course workbook must be purchased for participation.

This course also prepares students for the Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) exam, with the opportunity to take the certification upon completion.

Learning outcomes include:

• Navigate the SolidWorks interface and core design environment
• Create fully defined sketches and parametric 3D models
• Build and manage basic assemblies
• Generate simple engineering drawings from 3D models
• Apply design best practices used in manufacturing and product development
• Build foundational CAD skills for advanced engineering and CNC workflows

SolidWorks CAD Fundamentals
17-Hour Course (8 Weeks)

This hands-on course introduces students to professional 3D CAD modeling using SolidWorks. Designed for beginners, the course develops practical design skills through weekly instruction paired with guided assignments completed between class sessions.

Students will learn core SolidWorks workflows, including sketching, part modeling, assemblies, and basic drawing creation. Each week builds new techniques through instructor demonstrations and structured exercises that reinforce real-world engineering and manufacturing applications. Students will also receive a SolidWorks license for home use to continue practice outside of class.

A required course workbook must be purchased for participation.

This course also prepares students for the Certified SOLIDWORKS Associate (CSWA) exam, with the opportunity to take the certification upon completion.

Learning outcomes include:

• Navigate the SolidWorks interface and core design environment
• Create fully defined sketches and parametric 3D models
• Build and manage basic assemblies
• Generate simple engineering drawings from 3D models
• Apply design best practices used in manufacturing and product development
• Build foundational CAD skills for advanced engineering and CNC workflows