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Advanced Manufacturing

Core Manufacturing Skills

Build the measurement, drawing and workplace skills used in manufacturing.

8 sessions

Dates

November 9, 2026 - November 19, 2026

Schedule

Nov 9-11: Monday-Wednesday 4:00-8:00 PM at Wilder; Nov 12 and 19: Thursdays 3:00-8:00 PM at Industrial Technology; Nov 16-18: Monday-Wednesday 4:00-8:00 PM at Industrial Technology. All times Central.

Location

NICC Wilder Business Center and Industrial Technology Building, Calmar · Calmar, Iowa

Cost

$749 for the reviewed Calmar section

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Advanced Manufacturing opportunity

About the program

An introductory course for people entering manufacturing or developing their existing skills. Study shop mathematics, blueprint reading, precision measurement, safe work practices and communication in NICC's Calmar facilities.

Listed as a Career Pathway Certificate course; confirm completion requirements with NICC

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Approximate program area

Calmar, Iowa: city-level estimate, not a classroom address.

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What participants will learn

  • +Blueprint reading
  • +Precision measurement
  • +Shop math
  • +Shop safety
  • +Workplace communication

Who this program is for

  • +Open to career entrants and learners upgrading their skills
  • +No prior trade credential stated; confirm general age/enrollment requirements