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Frequently Asked Questions |
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Q. How do I register for the
wind turbine courses? |
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A.
There are no "wind turbine courses". MSTC has signed a
Letter of Intent with Energy Composites Corp. to provide
composites manufacturing training in an effort to build the
skilled workforce needed for the start up of their new
manufacturing facility planned for Wisconsin Rapids. MSTC is
developing a Composites Certificate to meet their needs. |
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Q. What courses are currently
offered in Composites Manufacturing? |
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A.
Currently, MSTC does not offer any classes specific to
composites manufacturing. MSTC is working with Energy
Composites Corp. to indentify the workforce skills needed
for the production of composite, wind energy
components. These courses will be part of a Composites
Certificate. |
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Q. When will the composites
courses begin? |
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A.
MSTC is working with Energy Composites Corp. to plan the
timing of the courses with the start-up of the new
manufacturing facility. Courses could start as early as
Sept. 2009. |
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Q. How long is the training? |
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A.
The length of the training required to complete the entire
certificate has not been determined yet. Current estimates
for the completion of 12 technical credits are between 10
and 34 weeks. |
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Q. How much will the courses
cost? |
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the cost of the courses depends on the number of credits and
the material fees for the certificate. The current cost for
one credit is $101.50. |
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Q. Are there grants available to
pay for the training? |
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A.
Since this is a custom certificate, it may not be eligible
for federal financial aid. However, you may want to check
with the North Central Wisconsin Workforce Development Board
to see if you are eligible for funding through their office. |
