Take your training to the next level. ASUN has partnered with Amatrol, an industry leader in delivering quality online learning content for the manufacturing industry. Amatrol's eLearning solution is the most engaging eLearning available.  ELearning provides access to an extensive library of over 287 classes, over 1100 modules and over 3300 hours of customizable, highly interactive training.

Whether you have 1,500 employees or 15 employees we can develop a program that meets your specific needs. We understand the challenges of today's manufacturers. We understand the talent pain points manufacturing employers face today. While eLearning is not the silver bullet could be the next best thing.

As your training partner, ASUN Workforce Training Solutions is here to provide the support, set-up, implementation, and reporting that is included in the eLearning solution.  As the employer, you just send us the students name and we take it from there!

THE PROGRAM  

Amatrol’s eLearning program creates easy access to educational opportunities for technical skill development previously restricted to the classroom. The material is self-paced, making it ideal for individual use, traditional class settings, or a blended approach. Amatrol’s proven curriculum is problem-solving oriented and teaches technical skills in a wide range of industrially-relevant technologies.

These courses fall into categories such as automation, electrical, fluid power, green energy, industry fundamentals, lean manufacturing, machining, manufacturing processes, materials, measurement & gauging, mechanical, prints & drawings, structural engineering, surveying, thermal & process control, quality, safety, workplace effectiveness, CNC machining operation and programming, and many others.

ASUN can work with you to create a customized program for your employees, whether it is onboarding, a progressive training program, ASUN can work to meet your training requirements.

ASUN has identified three stackable pathways to address the most common manufacturing occupations. These pathways are also customizable to your operation and can be supplement in-person instructor led training and assessment.

Automated Line Operator Program

The automated line operator program provides the skills needed to analyze and modify automated production control systems. This program is appropriate for those who need the basic knowledge of factory floor controls, automation, and programming. This program is an estimated 80 hours of instruction.

Automated Line Operator Competencies:

• Manufacturing System Metrics & Optimization
• Setup Adjustment, & Operation of Computer Controlled Machines
• Basic Programmable Controller Programming & Operation
• Basic Mechanical & Hydraulics System Operation & Adjustment
• Basic Mechatronic Systems Programming & Operation
• Basic Robotics & CNC Programming/Operation
• HMI Interface & Operation

Cost of the Program - $300

The Online Manufacturing Training Solutions Program is a customizable, self-paced curriculum that will be available up to six months from the issue date. The program includes a choice of one or more of the Online Manufacturing packages, students will have assesse to all Online Manufacturing Program.  We can also  create a custom program to meet your specific training needs. In addition to eLearning, instructor led training and skill assessments can also be provided as an add-on service for an extra fee.

Contact Charles_Walker@asun.edu for more details and customized employer pricing.

Take your training to the next level. ASUN has partnered with Amatrol, an industry leader in delivering quality online learning content for the manufacturing industry. Amatrol's eLearning solution is the most engaging eLearning available.  ELearning provides access to an extensive library of over 287 classes, over 1100 modules and over 3300 hours of customizable, highly interactive training.

Whether you have 1,500 employees or 15 employees we can develop a program that meets your specific needs. We understand the challenges of today's manufacturers. We understand the talent pain points manufacturing employers face today. While eLearning is not the silver bullet could be the next best thing.

As your training partner, ASUN Workforce Training Solutions is here to provide the support, set-up, implementation, and reporting that is included in the eLearning solution.  As the employer, you send us the student's name and we take it from there!

THE PROGRAM  

Amatrol’s eLearning program creates easy access to educational opportunities for technical skill development previously restricted to the classroom. The material is self-paced, making it ideal for individual use, traditional class settings, or a blended approach. Amatrol’s proven curriculum is problem-solving oriented and teaches technical skills in a wide range of industrially-relevant technologies.

These courses fall into categories such as automation, electrical, fluid power, green energy, industry fundamentals, lean manufacturing, machining, manufacturing processes, materials, measurement & gauging, mechanical, prints & drawings, structural engineering, surveying, thermal & process control, quality, safety, workplace effectiveness, CNC machining operation and programming, and many others.

ASUN can work with you to create a customized program for your employees, whether it is onboarding, a progressive training program, ASUN can work to meet your training requirements.

ASUN has identified three stackable pathways to address the most common manufacturing occupations. These pathways are also customizable to your operation and can be supplemented with in-person instructor led training and assessment.

Manufacturing Orientation Program

The New Employee Orientation Program focuses on the foundational knowledge and skills needed to safely and productively begin work in a manufacturing environment. This program is an estimated 30 hours of instruction. The training content is completely customizable.  All assessments can be provided to the employer as employees progress through the program.

Manufacturing Orientation Competencies

• Safety Basics: Hazard Communication, PPE, Industrial Truck Safety, LOTO, Hand Tool Safety, Power Tool Safety 
• Quality Basics: Dimensional Measurement, Measurement Conversion, Introduction to Print Reading
• Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing
• Basic Electrical
• Basic Mechanical
• Introduction to Fluid Power
• Hand tools 

In addition to eLearning, instructor led training and skill assessments can also be provided as an add-on service.

Cost of the Program - $300

The Online Manufacturing Training Solutions Program is a customizable, self-paced curriculum that will be available up to six months from the course start date. The program includes a choice of one or more of the Online Manufacturing packages, students will have access to all Online Manufacturing Programs.  We can also  create a custom program to meet your specific training needs. In addition to eLearning, instructor led training and skill assessments can also be provided as an add-on service for an extra fee.

Contact Charles_Walker@asun.edu for more details and customized employer pricing.

Take your training to the next level. ASUN has partnered with Amatrol, an industry leader in delivering quality online learning content for the manufacturing industry. Amatrol's eLearning solution is the most engaging eLearning available.  ELearning provides access to an extensive library of over 287 classes, over 1100 modules and over 3300 hours of customizable, highly interactive training.

Whether you have 1,500 employees or 15 employees we can develop a program that meets your specific needs. We understand the challenges of today's manufacturers. We understand the talent pain points manufacturing employers face today. While eLearning is not the silver bullet could be the next best thing.

As your training partner, ASUN Workforce Training Solutions is here to provide the support, set-up, implementation, and reporting that is included in the eLearning solution.  As the employer, you just send us the students name and we take it from there!

THE PROGRAM  

Amatrol’s eLearning program creates easy access to educational opportunities for technical skill development previously restricted to the classroom. The material is self-paced, making it ideal for individual use, traditional class settings, or a blended approach. Amatrol’s proven curriculum is problem-solving oriented and teaches technical skills in a wide range of industrially-relevant technologies.

These courses fall into categories such as automation, electrical, fluid power, green energy, industry fundamentals, lean manufacturing, machining, manufacturing processes, materials, measurement & gauging, mechanical, prints & drawings, structural engineering, surveying, thermal & process control, quality, safety, workplace effectiveness, CNC machining operation and programming, and many others.

ASUN can work with you to create a customized program for your employees, whether it is onboarding, a progressive training program, ASUN can work to meet your training requirements.

ASUN has identied three stackable pathways to address the most common manufacturing occupations. These pathways are also customizable to your operation and can be supplement in-person instructor led training and assessment.

Manufacturing Technician Program

The Manufacturing Technician Program is an employer driven, standards-based program that focuses on the foundational knowledge and skills needed to succeed in manufacturing.   This program is an estimated 60 hours of instruction.

Manufacturing Technician Competencies

• Manufacturing Concepts & Terminology  
• Basic Setup, Adjustment & Operation of Automated Machines
• Safety and Hand Tools
• Blueprint & Schematic Reading
• Precision Measurement
• Basic Electrical Control, Pneumatic, & Sensor Systems Operation
• Basic Robot Operation & Terminology
• Production Monitoring via HMI, Internet, Ethernet, & Smart Phones

In addition to eLearning, instructor led training and skill assessments can also be provided as an add-on service.

Cost of the Program - $300

The Online Manufacturing Training Solutions Program is a customizable, self-paced curriculum that will be available up to six months from the course start date. The program includes a choice of one or more of the Online Manufacturing packages, students will have access to all Online Manufacturing Programs.  In addition to eLearning, instructor led training and skill assessments can also be provided as an add-on service for an extra fee.

Contact Charles_Walker@asun.edu for more details and customized employer pricing.

Take your training to the next level. ASUN has partnered with Amatrol, an industry leader in delivering quality online learning content for the manufacturing industry. Amatrol's eLearning solution is the most engaging eLearning available.  ELearning provides access to an extensive library of over 287 classes, over 1100 modules and over 3300 hours of customizable, highly interactive training.

Whether you have 1,500 employees or 15 employees we can develop a program that meets your specific needs. We understand the challenges of today's manufacturers. We understand the talent pain points manufacturing employers face today. While eLearning is not the silver bullet could be the next best thing.

As your training partner, ASUN Workforce Training Solutions is here to provide the support, set-up, implementation, and reporting that is included in the eLearning solution.  As the employer, you just send us the students name and we take it from there!

THE PROGRAM  

Amatrol’s eLearning program creates easy access to educational opportunities for technical skill development previously restricted to the classroom. The material is self-paced, making it ideal for individual use, traditional class settings, or a blended approach. Amatrol’s proven curriculum is problem-solving oriented and teaches technical skills in a wide range of industrially-relevant technologies.

These courses fall into categories such as automation, electrical, fluid power, green energy, industry fundamentals, lean manufacturing, machining, manufacturing processes, materials, measurement & gauging, mechanical, prints & drawings, structural engineering, surveying, thermal & process control, quality, safety, workplace effectiveness, CNC machining operation and programming, and many others.

ASUN can work with you to create a customized program for your employees, whether it is onboarding, a progressive training program, ASUN can work to meet your training requirements.

ASUN has identified three stackable pathways to address the most common manufacturing occupations. These pathways are also customizable to your operation and can be supplemented with in-person instructor led training and assessment.

Manufacturing Orientation Program

The New Employee Orientation Program focuses on the foundational knowledge and skills needed to safely and productively begin work in a manufacturing environment. This program is an estimated 30 hours of instruction. The training content is completely customizable.  All assessments can be provided to the employer as employees progress through the program.

Manufacturing Orientation Competencies

• Safety Basics: Hazard Communication, PPE, Industrial Truck Safety, LOTO, Hand Tool Safety, Power Tool Safety 
• Quality Basics: Dimensional Measurement, Measurement Conversion, Introduction to Print Reading
• Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing
• Basic Electrical
• Basic Mechanical
• Introduction to Fluid Power
• Hand tools 

Manufacturing Technician Program

The Manufacturing Technician Program is an employer driven, standards-based program that focuses on the foundational knowledge and skills needed to succeed in manufacturing.   This program is an estimated 60 hours of instruction.

Manufacturing Technician Competencies

• Manufacturing Concepts & Terminology  
• Basic Setup, Adjustment & Operation of Automated Machines
• Safety and Hand Tools
• Blueprint & Schematic Reading
• Precision Measurement
• Basic Electrical Control, Pneumatic, & Sensor Systems Operation
• Basic Robot Operation & Terminology
• Production Monitoring via HMI, Internet, Ethernet, & Smart Phones

Automated Line Operator Program

The automated line operator program provides the skills needed to analyze and modify automated production control systems. This program is appropriate for those who need the basic knowledge of factory floor controls, automation and programming. This program is an estimated 80 hours of instruction.

Automated Line Operator Competencies:

• Manufacturing System Metrics & Optimization
• Setup Adjustment, & Operation of Computer Controlled Machines
• Basic Programmable Controller Programming & Operation
• Basic Mechanical & Hydraulics System Operation & Adjustment
• Basic Mechatronic Systems Programming & Operation
• Basic Robotics & CNC Programming/Operation
• HMI Interface & Operation

Cost of the Program - $300

The Online Manufacturing Training Solutions Program is a customizable, self-paced curriculum that will be available up to six months from the course start date. The program includes a choice of one or more of the Online Manufacturing Training Programs, or we can create a custom program to meet your specific training needs In addition to eLearning, instructor led training and skill assessments can also be provided as an add-on service for an extra fee.

Contact Charles_Walker@asun.edu for more details and customized employer pricing.

This program is approved for the Arkansas Workforce Challenge Scholarship.

Basic Eligibility Criteria

An applicant must:

Be an Arkansas resident

Be a high school graduate or received high school equivalency

Not be a current recipient of the Arkansas Academic Challenge ScholarshipBe accepted for admission in a program of study at an approved institution of higher education that leads to an associate degree or a certificate program in the fields of Industry, Health Care, or Information Technology.

Award Amounts

The Workforce Challenge Award will be the cost of a certificate program or program of study not to exceed $800.

Apply for the Arkansas Workforce Challenge Scholarship

Learn basic programming, maintenance and trouble-shooting PLC based industrial controls using PLC trainers with Allen Bradley/ Rockwell Automation Control-Logix hardware and Allen Bradley/Rockwell Automation RSLogix 5000 and RSLinx software. This will allow you to benefit from vendor training on specific equipment. The central processing unit is an L36 ERM. The basic operating principles of all PLCs, their inputs and outputs (discrete and analog), programming, maintenance, and networking will be covered. Hands on approach to Factory Talk View is also included.

Ken Walsh

Ken Walsh started his career as an Electrical Engineer developing automated sawmill equipment. Ken worked for Rockwell Automation for Nearly 20 years as a field support engineer.

• Experience in Automation Systems, software, System Design, Pneumatics, Electric Motor Drives, Panel Design, logic controllers, HMI project management, startup, troubleshooting and repair with disciplines applied across a multitude of industries.
• Broad knowledge of general automation, networks, motion control, drive systems and process control that spans across multiple control vendors.
• Experience with networks and communications includes: Controlnet, Devicenet, Ethernet, Modbus.

The Arkansas Steelmaking Bootcamp is a job skills initiative designed to prepare people for the urgent labor demand in the steel manufacturing industry in Mississippi County. 

The Bootcamp is comprised of 80 hours of workforce education and training that provides participants with entry-level knowledge for entering a career in steelmaking. 

The 80-hour Bootcamp will be offered over a two-week period (Monday-Friday) with open entry, meaning that participants will not have to wait until the next cycle begins to start training.  Participants can enter at any point.

Click here to see the first bootcamp schedule:

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CREDENTIALS

• OSHA 10 - General Industry
• American Heart Association First Aid CPR
• Certificate of Completion 80 Hours

BOOTCAMP TRAINING TOPICS

• Team Building - 4 hours
• First Aid/CPR - 6 hours
• Radio Protocol - 2 hours
• Steelmaking Processes - 4 hours
• Preventative Maintenance - 4 hours
• Math for Manufacturing - 4 hours
• OSHA 10 - 10 hours
• Quality Basics for Operators - 4 hours
• Mechanical Measurements - 2 hours
• Proper Use of Tools - 3 hoursAnti-Harassment - 7 hour
• Technical Math - 4 hours
• Personal Financial Planning - 2 hours
• Steel Mill Economics - 4 hours
• Forklift Safety - 4 hours
• Crane Safety - 4 hours
• Hydraulics/Pneumatics - 8 hours
• Basic Electrical Applications - 6 hours
• Fundamentals of Blueprint Reading - 4 hours

Total Hours - 80 hours

More Information:

For more information regarding the Arkansas Steelmaking Bootcamp, please contact us!

workforce@asun.edu  |  870-680-8743

This 40-hour MIG Welding course introduces the skills and knowledge necessary to set up equipment and make sound welds using the short circuit MIG welding process. Items covered will include shop safety, set up and operation of GMAW equipment, weld joints and positions, and welding of carbon steel using the GMAW short circuit process.

Required Supplies:

Students will need to wear long sleeve cotton shirt, long cotton pants, and leather work shoes to every class.

Students will need to bring a welding helmet (shade 9 or variable), MIG welidng gloves, and safety glasses to every class. 

This 40-hour Stick Welding course introduces the skills and knowledge necessary to set up equipment and make sound welds using the SMAW or "Stick" welding process. Items covered will include shop safety, set up and operation of welding equipment, weld joints and positions, and welding of carbon steel using various rod types.

Required Supplies:

Students will need to wear long sleeve cotton shirt, long cotton pants, and leather work shoes to every class.

Students will need to bring a welding helmet (shade 9 or variable), welidng gloves, safety glasses, chipping hammer, and wire brush to every class.