The Mon Valley ICD has lined up a garden variety of courses to enhance your summertime activities. Check out the Summer 2017 Training and Education Guide for hot new classes like Cloud Computing and Digital Photography, Building a Healthy Garden Series, Deck Building, Outdoor Fire Pit Construction, and so much more! We also have many online training and education choices, such as ToolingU, ITU, and others. Don’t forget you can take credit and non-credit skill building courses at other Institutions through the summer and be reimbursed through your Tuition Assistance! July and August Custom Classes still have openings and it’s never too late to register! Go to the website tab CLASS SCHEDULE and fill in the quick and easy registration form. Remember- We must have 5 active USW members to hold the class, so get your co-worker to attend with you! It’s cool to be in...
Channel your Italian baking skills in this 2-session culinary class! Students will enjoy creating a variety of delicious Italian desserts, both traditional and new! Bring your dolce (sweet) tooth! Wednesdays, April 19 & 26 5 p.m. – 9 p.m. Steel Center for Career & Technical Education Register...
The Spring 2017 Schedule is wrapping up but there is still time to register for open May classes! Check the Class Schedule for dates and details on how you can improve your Computer skills, get certified in CPR, or prepare to take on that outdoor project! Classes MUST have at least 5 active members registered to run so sign up today and invite your co-workers to learn something new with you! Download a copy of the course catalog or check out the class schedule...
Due to the potential weather in our area Tuesday March 14, the morning session of Understanding & Optimizing Your Investment Choices Class will begin at 9:00 AM (instead of 8 a.m.). There is no change to the afternoon class which begins at 4:30 p.m....
Beekeeping is all the buzz and instructor Scott Benack takes a moderate approach to help the first-year beekeeper get acquainted with the preparations and pitfalls of establishing a healthy bee colony. Learn the fascinating history of beekeeping and honey bee biology along with how-to’s for site selection and adapting to the timeline of care. Also included is a hands-on frame building activity and how to prepare the box for the bees to draw comb. Mr. Benack is a licensed nuc seller and queen breeder, a live removal expert, and currently serves a local organic farm in yearly pollination efforts. Bee there! Register now. Class is limited to 20; Spouses and Retirees will be permitted as space...
The fall class schedule is out and registration is now open. There are classes on machining fundamentals, website development, new cooking classes, welding, labor history and more. Download a copy of the brochure, or check out the class schedule...
Stag Handle Hunter w/ Forged Guard (26FL)Forge a classic hunting knife featuring a hand-forged guard and genuine stag handle. Students will learn the fundamentals of forging, grinding, heat treating and handle fitting while creating a rugged and elegant blade built for generations of use.
Oct05
MTM Mechanical Maintenance (26FL)Want to be in maintenance? Have you previously tested and feel you might benefit from working with an in-person instructor in addition to completing the online modules? We are creating this course to help you gain a basic understanding of mechanical principles and prepare you for the test given in January and June each year. […]
Oct05
Unleash Your Creativity – DIY Wood Workshop (26FL)Are you ready to roll up your sleeves and create something amazing? Join our hands-on workshop designed specifically for those who want to explore the art of woodworking, staining, and painting. Whether you’re a seasoned DIY enthusiast or a complete beginner, our workshop offers the perfect blend of guidance, creativity, and fun.
Oct09
Stained Glass (26FL)In this workshop, you will be guided through each step of the traditional stained glass method of copper foil including pattern layout, scoring, cutting, grinding, foiling, soldering and finishing your final piece. You will choose from predetermined patterns for a small sun-catcher consisting of 10–12 pieces on the first day of class.
Oct12
Orienteering (26FL)Orienteering is the sport of navigation, using a highly detailed map. Whether you’re a dedicated hiker, competitive runner, or just a family or group out for an activity in a park, this sport helps you improve your navigation and spend a few hours in the woods at the same time. Come learn a new skill […]
Oct12
Bento Box (26FL)Learn how to decorate your own adorable bento box dessert set! In this hands-on class, you will decorate an 8” cake and a half-dozen coordinating cupcakes using beginner-friendly techniques, frosting tips and fun designs. Perfect for anyone who loves sweets and creativity!
Oct13
Brisket Smoking (26FL)Learn the methods for crafting the perfect smoked brisket in this hands-on course. Tailored for both beginners and “seasoned” barbecue enthusiasts, this class covers every step of the brisket smoking process. Participants will learn how to select the right cut of meat, prepare, season, and manage the smoking process. Each student will be preparing their […]
Oct25
Canister Damascus (26FL)Experience the fascinating process of creating canister Damascus steel. Students will assemble a canister using a blend of high-carbon steels and powdered steel, then forge-weld and draw out the billet into usable Damascus stock. This class focuses on billet creation and is ideal for bladesmiths looking to learn advanced Damascus techniques.
Custom Fishing Rod Building (26FL)Learn to build a Graphite Fly Rod or Graphite Spinning Rod under the direction of a professional rod builder. Students will learn how to build their own custom rod and develop rod building skills that will last a lifetime. The class will give beginning rod builders a “hands on” understanding of rod blanks and components, […]
