Online learning portal brings ITI classes to members
Not long ago, the idea of online learning for sheet metal workers seemed like an unattainable goal. With hands-on experience as the crux of the trade, how could online learning…
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MGM fire 35 years ago leads to improvement of smoke, fire dampers
Dr. John Klote, PE was part of the investigation team from the Center for Fire Research and the U.S. National Bureau of Standards (now the National Institute of Standards and…
Sheet metal training schools find success in e-reader pilot program
Centers in three locations participated in six-month plan to bring tech to education FAIRFAX, Va. – For the last six months, union sheet metal training centers participated in an e-reader…
Ohio agreement allows sheet metal apprentices to transfer credits
Training center courses applied to associate’s degree requirements statewide An articulation agreement between the Ohio Board of Regents and the seven unionized sheet metal training centers in the state will…
Dayton sheet metal leaders expand public education on the trade
Sheet Metal Workers Local No. 24 educates through tours, seminars FAIRFAX, Va. – Educating the public as well as other labor trades on union sheet metal work, its training and…
Ohio agreement allows sheet metal apprentices to transfer credits
Training center courses applied to associate’s degree requirements statewide FAIRFAX, Va. – An articulation agreement between the Ohio Board of Regents and the seven unionized sheet metal training centers in…
Recruiters help sheet metal apprentices find their way
Local No. 100 enlists recruiters to bring in quality students, relieve school director FAIRFAX, Va. – Colleges have recruiters to bring the best and brightest to their campuses. At the…
Skilled labor apprenticeships also a form of ‘higher education’
Five-year programs can be just as challenging as any college, university program ALEXANDRIA, Va. – The term “higher education” can take on many connotations. Where some believe it means attending…
Autodesk, sheet metal workers reach agreement for software discount
Necessary software titles no longer cost prohibitive for more than 150 schools FAIRFAX, Va. – For years, directors at training centers across the country have all dealt with the same…
Consultant gives apprentices voice, lessons in professionalism
Oklahoma sheet metal schools make headway with new development program FAIRFAX, Va. – At the training center for Sheet Metal Workers Local No. 124 in Oklahoma City, committee members and…