Program
The Finger Lakes Workforce Development Center is home to critical workforce training provides current and prospective workers with the in-demand skills needed to gain and maintain employment today, tomorrow, and 10 years from now.
- Training at the FWD Center is focused on all learners: credit and non-credit based programs, apprenticeships, and customized training to meet the needs of employers
- Implement curriculum that includes the in-demand skills required of the 21st century workforce
- Provide a resource for local employers to educate their existing workforce and generate interest with high school graduates
- Provide dual-enrollment opportunities to secondary education students in technical fields
Skilled Trades
CNC Operator Program
This program is for candidates seeking entry-level positions in CNC manufacturing operations and possibly an apprenticeship position. It will cover basic operation of computer numerically controlled (CNC)...
Conductor Installation and Devices (Level 2A)
Course content includes: conductor storage, set up, transportation and installation, procedures for cable pulls in raceways and cable trays, NEMA and NEC requirements including modifications and installations, termination...
Construction Essentials
Topics include: basic construction, construction safety, practical math as applied to the construction trades, an introduction to blueprint reading, basic rigging, introduction to hand and power tools. This...
Electrical Theory and Devices (Level 1A)
This course will provide an overview to the electrical trade, electrical safety, and electrical circuits and theory. You will also be introduced to the National Electrical Code (NEC)....
Introduction to Motor Controls (Level 3A)
You will be introduced to troubleshooting various types of lighting controls; NE requirements for equipment in hazardous locations; size and select circuit breakers and fuses; installation and grounding...
Motor Controls Application (Level 4A)
You will learn basic load calculation procedures; installation of electrical circuits in health care facilities; NEC requirements for electric generators and storage batteries. Also an introduction to electronic...
Pipefitting (Level 3)
This course covers the rigging practices; pipefitting standards, codes and specifications; trade math; above ground pipe installation, hangers and supports; how to test piping systems, such as service...
Plumbing (Level 3)
Course content includes: applied math; sizing water supply systems; how to treat water supply systems; types of backflow prevention devices; sizing DWV and storm systems; sewage pumps and...
Plumbing - Drawings and Systems (Level 2A)
In this course, you will cover plumbing and pipe drawings and detail sheets; trade related mathematics; valve installation; installing drains. You will also be exposed to drain, waste...
Plumbing - Intro To Plumbing (Level 1A)
This course is an introduction to plumbing. It will cover safety, tools, math and drawings. Also various types of pipes and fittings.
Project Supervision
This course is designed for the first level supervisor or new site superintendent. Project Supervision topics of study will include effective communication skills, introduction to leadership skill development,...
Industry 4.0 Technologies
Certified Industry 4.0 Advanced Operations
Description: Certified Industry 4.0 Associate - Advanced Operations certification prepares individuals to succeed in advanced operations positions in modern production environments that use Industry 4.0 automation technologies. This certification...
Certified Industry 4.0 Associate - Basic Operations
Certified Industry 4.0 Associate - Basic Operations certification prepares individuals to succeed in operations and assembly positions in modern production environments that use Industry 4.0 automation technologies. This certification is...
Certified Industry 4.0 Associate - Credential
Description: Certified Industry 4.0 Operations Specialist certification prepares individuals to succeed as a team lead operator in modern production environments that use Industry 4.0 technologies. In this role, individuals...
Certified Industry 4.0 Associate - Robot System Operations
Certified Industry 4.0 Associate - Robot System Operations certification prepares individuals to succeed in operations positions in modern production environments that use industrial robot systems and Industry 4.0 automation technologies....
FANUC Robotics Handling Tool Operation and Programming (certificate)
This course covers the tasks that an operator, technician, engineer or programmer needs to set up and program a FANUC Robotics Handlingtool Software Package. Students are provided online...
Industry 4.0 Total Productive Maintenance
Description: Certified Industry 4.0 Operations Specialist certification prepares individuals to succeed as a team lead operator in modern production environments that use Industry 4.0 technologies. In this role, individuals will...
THE FWD Center GRAND OPENING
FWD Center grand opening celebration on Monday, May 23, 2022.
VIRTUAL TOUR
The FWD Center features 50,000 sq. ft. of flexible training space, focusing on short-term and accelerated training programs in technology-oriented careers and industry 4.0 skill sets. The dynamic programming at the FWD Center links education with the evolving demands of the regional workforce.
Finger Lakes Workforce Development Center
321 State Street, 6th floor main lobby
Rochester, NY 14608
(e) FWDcenter@monroecc.edu