Continuing Education Courses

Manufacturing of parts through layout and bench work, including the use of band saws, drill presses, surface grinders, manual lathes and vertical mills. Basic principles in metal-cutting technology, including threading, tapers, knurling, boring, radii cutting and milling procedures such as squaring stock, the use of rotary table and the many other milling and turning operations.

• Mondays, 5:30 – 9:15 p.m.
• Start date: To be Announced
• End date: To be Announced
• Cost: $2,361
• No book required

Creation of 3D solid models, assemblies and related engineering documentation using SolidWorks. Blueprint reading and application of ASME/ANSI standards to CAD drawings.

• Thursdays, 5:30 – 9:15 p.m.
• Start date: To be Announced
• End date: To be Announced
• Cost: $4,021
• Book costs are not included

This course is intended for technicians and engineers who must setup, record and/or troubleshoot robotic programs using FANUC’s Handling Tool software. This course covers the robotic operations and tasks required to test, run and refine production setups. Safety procedures are integrated into all training exercises. Class size is limited to allow for maximum hands-on time. This course culminates with the opportunity to take the FANUC Handling Tool Certification Exam.

• Start date: To be Announced
• End date: To be Announced
• Time:  7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
• Cost: $2,200 (includes textbook and lunch each day)
• Max class size: 8

This course is intended for technicians and engineers who must set up, program and troubleshoot PLC programs using Rockwell’s RSLogix 500/5000 PLC software. This course covers control wiring, I/O setup, memory allocation and various programming instructions such as; timers, counters, math and compare. Safety procedures are integrated into all training exercises. Class size is limited to allow for maximum hands-on time. This course culminates with the opportunity to take the PMMI PLC1 Certification Exam.

• Class sessions take place 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
• Start Date: To be Announced
• End Date: To be Announced
• Cost: $2,200 (includes textbook and lunch each day)
• Maximum class size = 10

Develop foundational skills in PLCs while introducing advanced topics and applications. Advanced applications include control algorithms, add-on profiles, structured-text programming, and network communications to devices like HMIs and drives. This course has a focus on system design and integration.

• Class sessions take place 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
• Start Date: 1/8/2024
• End Date: 1/11/2024
• Cost: $2,200 (includes textbook and lunch each day)
• Maximum class size = 10

Creation of 3D solid models, assemblies and related engineering documentation using SolidWorks. Blueprint reading and application of ASME/ANSI standards to CAD drawings.

• Thursdays, 5:30 – 9:15 p.m.
• Start date: 1/23/2024
• End date: 5/17/2024
• Cost: $4,021
• Book costs are not included

Manufacturing of parts through layout and bench work, including the use of band saws, drill presses, surface grinders, manual lathes and vertical mills. Basic principles in metal-cutting technology, including threading, tapers, knurling, boring, radii cutting and milling procedures such as squaring stock, the use of rotary table and the many other milling and turning operations.

• Mondays, 5:30 – 9:15 p.m.
• Start date: 1/23/2024
• End date: 5/17/2024
• Cost: $2,361
• No book required

This course is intended for technicians and engineers who must setup, record and/or troubleshoot robotic programs using FANUC’s Handling Tool software. This course covers the robotic operations and tasks required to test, run and refine production setups. Safety procedures are integrated into all training exercises. Class size is limited to allow for maximum hands-on time. This course culminates with the opportunity to take the FANUC Handling Tool Certification Exam.

• Start date: 3/18/2024
• End date: 3/21/2024
• Time:  7:30 a.m. to 3:30pm
• Cost: $2,200 (includes textbook and lunch each day)
• Max class size: 8

This course is intended for technicians and engineers who must set up, program and troubleshoot PLC programs using Rockwell’s RSLogix 500/5000 PLC software. This course covers control wiring, I/O setup, memory allocation and various programming instructions such as; timers, counters, math and compare. Safety procedures are integrated into all training exercises. Class size is limited to allow for maximum hands-on time. This course culminates with the opportunity to take the PMMI PLC1 Certification Exam.

• Class sessions take place 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
• Start Date: 3/18/2024
• End Date: 3/21/2024
• Cost: $2,200 (includes textbook and lunch each day)
• Maximum class size = 10

Develop foundational skills in PLCs while introducing advanced topics and applications. Advanced applications include control algorithms, add-on profiles, structured-text programming, and network communications to devices like HMIs and drives. This course has a focus on system design and integration.

• Class sessions take place 7:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
• Start Date: 3/18/2024\
• End Date: 3/21/2024
• Cost: $2,200 (includes textbook and lunch each day)
• Maximum class size = 10

This course is intended for people who have a foundation of Machine Tool fundamentals and are interested in learning the principles of geometric dimensioning and tolerancing in the context of engineering and manufacturing. Application of principles using coordinate measurement machines.

• Wednesdays, 5:30 – 9:15 p.m.
• Start date: 1/22/2024
• End date: 5/17/2024
• Cost: $4,021
• Book costs are not included

Course Details:

Date: January 9-10, 2024
Time: 7 a.m. – 4 p.m.
The course ending time may vary due to attendance numbers
Location: Dunwoody College of Technology
Registration: https://app.joinhandshake.com/events/1434023/share_preview?_ga=2.117206850.59653139.1701901629-2126867000.1687876570 

This class will cover:

• Recognition, avoidance, abatement, and prevention of safety and health hazards
• Understanding workers’ rights and employer responsibilities
• CPR and First Aid Training

Certification: Successful participants receive an OSHA 10-Hour, CPR/First Aid Card

Special Price: $199.00

Topics Covered:

• Construction Industry Health Hazards
• OSHA’s Construction Focus Four Hazards:
  • Electrocution
  • Falls
  • Caught in or between
  • Struck by
• Material Handling Hazards
• Employer/Worker Responsibilities
• Hand and Power Tool Hazards
• Workers’ Rights
• PPE (Personal Protective Equipment)
• And more!