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Brand New CNC Machine Operator Program Begins at RTEC on Feb. 27, 2012!


If you've been searching for a training that was specifically designed for the CNC Machine Operator, you'll want to sign up for the new streamlined course that RTEC will launch this February. This program, featuring Amatrol's industry-validated learning system, also includes On-The-Job Training and an opportunity to earn certification from the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS). Call RTEC and sign up today!

For more details:
CNC Machine Operator Info Sheet


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Mitchell Technical Institute to Offer CDL Truck Driving Course at RTEC in February & March 2012!


If you are interested in obtaining your Commercial Drivers License, you'll want to enroll in the CDL Truck Driving course being offered at RTEC in Yankton. The course, which will be presented by Mitchell Technical Institute, is slated to begin Feb. 22, 2012. You can choose to enroll in the classroom or CDL prep portion only, or to enroll in the entire course, which includes one-on-one driving time with the instructor. Contact RTEC at (605) 668-5700 for more details or to enroll!

For More Information:
CDL Truck Driving Poster


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Learn 5 Different Types of Welding in the Next Welding Basics Course Coming in March 2012!


Sign up for this Welding Basics course and you'll have an opportunity to learn the basics of Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW), Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW), Flux Cord Arc Welding, Aluminum Welding and Tig Welding. Next class begins March 26, 2012. Call RTEC at (605) 668-5700 to learn more!

To See Full Course Details:
Welding Basics Info Sheet


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Next Advanced Upgrade Welding Class With AWS Certification To Begin in March 2012!


If you've been waiting for an opportunity to build upon your existing welding skills, you'll want to enroll in the next Advanced AWS Upgrade course coming to RTEC March 27, 2012. At the end of the course, you'll have the opportunity to try and earn American Welding Society (AWS) Certification. Call (605) 668-5700 today for more details or to sign up!

To See the Full Course Description:
Advanced AWS Upgrade Info Sheet


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Mitchell Technical Institute, RTEC Announce New Yankton Program Beginning Fall 2011


Whether you are currently working in the maintenance field at a manufacturing plant, hospital or school - or you want to land a job in that field - you'll want to check into the new program coming to RTEC. The Industrial Maintenance Technology program is a newly-approved 9-month program that Mitchell Technical Institute will begin offering in the fall of 2011 in Yankton. Contact the MTI Admissions Office at (605) 995-3025 or Josh Svatos at RTEC for information about enrolling!

To Find Out More About the Program:
Industrial Maintenance Technology News Release


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BHSU Offers Advanced Manufacturing Technology Degree in Yankton 


Beginning in the fall of 2009, Black Hills State University (BHSU) has had a representative on-site to help students interested in pursuing the new two-year Advanced Manufacturing Technology degree at the Regional Technical Education Center (RTEC) in Yankton.

Tari Tielke, a BHSU Admissions/Industrial Technology representative, will help interested students with their enrollment, admissions and financial aid questions. She will spend some time traveling to regional high schools and college fairs, but she has office hours Monday through Friday and can be reached through RTEC at (605) 668-5700.
 

BHSU Program Information:
BHSU Web Site 


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Introductory Stick Welding (SMAW-Stick)


Whether you would like to learn stick welding or you would like to improve your skills in order to enroll in advanced training opportunities, this Introductory Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) course being offered at RTEC will help you get there.  

To See Full PDF:
Introductory Stick Welding Class Information


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RTEC Offers Skill Improvement Welding Classes


Whether you've been welding on the job for several months or for many years, RTEC's 20-Hour Skill Improvement Welding Training can help you upgrade your welding skills.

During this training program, a variety of options are available. Simply choose the area or areas that best suit your needs. Then you'll be able to use the classtime to brush up on that particular skill, learn new welding positions or even explore different types of welding. You can even get a feel for the lost art of torching and stick welding.

To see the entire article (pdf)
RTEC Offers Skill Improvement Welding Classes


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Pipe Welding Classes Offered at RTEC


A special training program designed to instruct students in pipe welding has been added to the RTEC welding training lineup.

This 40-hour training program will instruct students in welding safety of the Shield Metal Arc Welding process (SMAW-Stick), proper techniques and electrode selection for welding pipe to meet American Petroleum Institute (API) welding qualifications or American Welding Society (AWS) certification standards.

To see the entire article (pdf)
Pipe Welding Classes Offered at RTEC


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Mitchell Technical Institute to Continue Two-Year Programs in Yankton for Fall 2010 

Mitchell Technical Institute (MTI), in partnership with the South Dakota Department of Labor and the Regional Technical Education Center (RTEC) of Yankton, has announced plans to continue the James Valley Displaced Worker Initiative for a second year. The joint project began in September 2009 to provide credit-based instruction from MTI to address the needs of displaced, unemployed and underemployed workers in the Yankton area seeking career retraining. The pilot program has been successful and demonstrated the community interest for MTI classes offered at RTEC.

Application materials and program information for the 2010-2011is available at RTEC, 1200 W. 21st St. in Yankton. Contact RTEC General Manager Josh Svatos at (605) 668-5700 for more details.

To See PDF Flyer:
MTI Classes in Yankton


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Mitchell Technical Institute to Offer OSHA 10 Trainings for Construction & General Industry at RTEC


Two OSHA 10 Outreach Trainings will be offered at RTEC this spring. Though one is designed for the consctruction industry and one for general industry, both are intended to provide entry-level workers a broad awareness on recognizing and preventing hazards on the work site. The trainings, offered in partnership with Mitchell Technical Institute, also serve as great refreshers for veteran employees. For more information, please contact RTEC at (605) 668-5700.

To See Complete Program Details:
OSHA 10 Construction Industry Flyer     OSHA 10 General Industry Flyer


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Download Applications for RTEC Programs


If you've found a class or training program that interests you, please click on one of the links below and fill out an application form. You can drop it off in person or drop it in the mail and send it to: RTEC, 1200 W. 21st St., Yankton, SD 57078. One application is for welding classes and the other form covers everything else. Please call (605) 668-5700 if you have questions.

RTEC Application Forms:
Welding Application Form
General Application Form


 
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