SOLUTIONS SPRING 2021
BUSINESS LOGISTICS
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STAFF MEMBERS
SOLUTIONS SPRING 2021
MATT TRICE
Vice President 430.3563 mtrice@albanytech.edu
CONTENTS FROM THE ATC PRESIDENT 2
Moving Forward & Ready to Serve Our Business Community
IOT TRANING AND INTERNSHIPS 3/4
Fast Track to Manufacturing Jobs
VEHICLE TRAINING AT CBS STEVE EIDSON CEDT, PMP® Academic Dean, Instruction 430.6619 seidson@albanytech.edu
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Forklift Operator Training Driver’s Education
COVER FEATURE 7/8
Business Logistics Instructor Spotlight
CONTINUING ED COURSES 11/12/13 Computer Based Application for Seniors Microsoft Excel Real Estate
GARY FRAGÉ
Faculty Chair, Business Logistics Management 430.3924 gfrage@albanytech.edu
TRACY WALLACE
Dean of Continuing Education 430.3867 twallace@albanytech.edu
Solutions is published by the Albany Technical College Marketing and Public Relations department for the Center for Business Solutions at Albany Technical College. Albany Technical College is a unit of the Technical College System of Georgia. Questions and comments relating to this publication or any of its contents may be addressed to:
KEONNA WATERS
Coordinator 430.0557 kwaters@albanytech.edu
The Albany Technical College Marketing & Public Relations Department at publicrelations@albanytech.edu Visit the Center for Business Solutions at Albany Technical College online at https://www.albanytech.edu/cbs
Moving forward and ready to serve our business community Southwest Georgia citizens are coming to the end of the first, and I pray, the last full year of the COVID-19 era. The pandemic caused many of the businesses and organizations served by Albany Technical College had to reinvent how they operate. While many of us were able to work from home, others had to continue from their traditional places of business. Manufacturing and logistical workers, along with first responders and other essential workers, kept the economy going. Most members of these groups couldn’t work from home. I’m sure that the work done by essential workers will be the catalyst for the economic rebound. When others were sheltering in place, they were producing. They repaired military equipment, produced paper products, brewed beer, and made food products. Essential workers in SW Georgia managed the worldwide supply chains that kept retailers supplied with toilet paper and paper towels. Hospitals, clinics, and physician offices learned to serve patients with less acute medical concerns through virtual reality. Pharmacies filled prescriptions. CDL drivers made deliveries. Firefighters, police officers, and EMTs came when they were needed. It seems counterintuitive, but many organizations increased productivity.
continuing education. As businesses and organizations are ready to embrace the new normal, know that we are prepared to serve you. We look forward to working with the region’s employers to continue increasing production and expanding the workforce. Sincerely,
Anthony O. Parker, Ph.D. President, Albany Technical College
A technical college curriculum is as unique as the community it serves.
Frequently, organizations that employ essential workers could not move forward with planned workforce training. It was appropriate to place safety and productivity ahead of training. Soon the COVID related precautions that we put in place, along with vaccinations, will begin to create herd immunity. The Center for Business Solutions at Albany Technical College is prepared to provide contract training and occupational
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GET ON THE FAST TRACK TO MANUFACTURING JOBS Industrial Operations Technician Program and IOT Internships Many high school students graduate from high school a step ahead of their classmates by earning college credits through a dual-enrollment program. Princeton Qualls earned college credit from Albany Technical College while a student at Dougherty High School. Qualls attended the Commodore Conyers College & Career Academy (4C) in addition to Dougherty High. It was through 4C that he became enrolled in Albany Tech’s Industrial Operations Technician (IOT) program, an 18-hour Technical Certificate of Credit program. “My school counselor recommended the IOT program,” Qualls says. “She thought that it would be a great opportunity for me.”
people, and show energy and confidence. The first impression is important.” Once they are brought into the plant, P&G interns have the opportunity to talk to people throughout the plant and learn about their jobs. They take part in hands-on learning on the floor. “They let us run sections of the machines,” Qualls said. “If there was an issue with the line or if the productivity needed to improve, they let us solve the problem.” The P&G interns of 2020 were impacted by Covid-19, and unfortunately, the internships ended after only a few months. However, Qualls was invited back to the plant in October and offered a permanent position there. Qualls understands that he was presented a wonderful opportunity to have a job that is highly-coveted in Southwest Georgia. He ultimately decided to return to school full time, and is now attending Georgia Southern University as a Biology major, hoping to fulfill his dream of becoming a doctor or bio-chemist.
The Industrial Operations Technician program is designed to provide area manufacturers with an entry level pool of applicants that are ready-for-hire. Graduates from the IOT program will have skills that will develop manufacturing abilities and build the technical fundamentals which will allow for accelerated growth in the work force. Coursework covers operations management, industrial mechanics, safety practices in the workplace, Lean Six Sigma Green Belt certification focusing on process improvement, and soft skills needed for the workplace including interpersonal relations. Industry leaders helped design the curriculum for the IOT program, ensuring that graduates have the skills they need to be ready-for-hire at a local plant.
For high schoolers considering the dual-enrollment IOT program, or students of any age who desire a career in manufacturing, Qualls has this advice to offer: “If you invest yourself in the IOT program, it will be beneficial for you. You will learn a lot about how to present yourself, how to engage others, and if you end up with a job in a local manufacturing plant, the money isn’t all that bad either.”
IOT Internships The 4C students enrolled in the IOT program have an incentive to work hard in the courses. The best of the best will be able to apply for paid internships at Albany’s Procter & Gamble plant. Early in 2020, Qualls was one of 15 students who applied for a P&G internship, and one of the five students who were selected. Before applying for the internship, 4C students brushed up on interview skills. “We learned how to shake hands and look people in the eye,” said Qualls. “We learned how to engage
To find out more about the IOT program, visit this link: https:// www.albanytech.edu/academics/areas-of-study/logisticsoperations/1089-industrial-operations-technician or call 229430-6619.
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Vehicle Training is Going Strong at CBS
FORKLIFT OPERATOR Upcoming Forklift Operator Training courses are scheduled for:
Albany Tech has put many safety procedures into place to ensure that, despite Covid-19 social distancing requirements, members of the community can still take part in vital training needed to make them more employable. Forklift Operators training is just as popular now as ever before. The Center for Business Solutions (CBS) is continuing to offer Forklift Operator Certification courses on a regular basis – with a few tweaks to comply with Covid-19 safety protocols.
April 5-10, 2021 May 3-8, 2021 June 14-19, 2021 Enrollment Fee Forklift Operators Certification course: $125.00.
A Forklift Operator’s Certification course is offered approximately once a month at CBS. The course is offered in a hybrid format – part online and part face-to-face. Students take an online course which features an OSHA safety video. After watching the video, students must pass an online test over the material.
To enroll in an upcoming course, call us at 229-430-0557. Registration closes ten days before the first day of class.
Upon passing the online test, instructor Gary Frage will meet the students one-on-one to demonstrate forklift operation and to test the students on their ability to operate the forklift. These one-on-one instructional appointments are scheduled on Saturdays. 5
DRIVING LESSONS FOR ADULTS AND DRIVER’S ED FOR TEENS The Center for Business Solutions offers Driving Lessons for Adults and Driver’s Ed for Teens. We’ve adopted safety procedures for these classes. All driving is conducted one-on-one – one student and one instructor - in a sanitized car. Both student and instructor wear a mask during the lesson. The classroom instruction required for Driver’s Ed is offered in a virtual classroom, so students can enjoy live classes from the convenience of their own homes.
If you need driving lessons or the Joshua’s Law Driver’s Ed class for teens, give us a call at 229-430-0557.
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BUSINESS
LOGISTICS Instructor Spotlight
Business Logistics Management Program The Center for Business Solutions at Albany Technical College found it to be of vital importance to use instructors who are not only experienced professionals in the field of logistics and supply chain, but also understand the needs of the Marine Corps and how the Marine Corps runs its logistics and supply chain operations. Initially, the Business Logistics Management program started with the interest of the Marine Corps Logistics Command in mind. To that end, Mr. Joe Bernardoni and Ms. Deborah Pugh, two of the best in their field, have been hired.
Joe Bernardoni
is a native of Auburn, New York. During his senior year of high school, he enlisted into the Marine Corps via the Delay Entry Program. Mr. Bernardoni’s military career begin in September of 1983. Upon graduation MCRD, he reported to Camp Geiger, North Carolina for Marine Combat Training and the School of Infantry for training as a 0311 Infantryman. After MOS training, he was selected for Marine Sea Duty and later graduated from Sea School training. He was later assigned to Marine Detachment on the U.S.S. John F. Kennedy. After six months, the Kennedy pulled into dry dock for rebuild and he along with 13 7
others Marines crossed deck to start up a Marine Detachment onboard the U.S.S. Coral Sea. Upon completion of this tour, Corporal Bernardoni was assigned to Golf Company, 2nd Battalion, 4th Marines, Camp Lejeune, North Carolina. While with 2/4 he completed numerous deployments. In 1990, he reported to Marine Corps Security Forces Training Center in Northwest Chesapeake, Virginia. Upon graduation, he was assigned to Marine Corps Security Forces Company, Charleston, South Carolina. While on Security Force duty, Sgt. Bernardoni was approved for a MOS Lateral move to MOS 2171 Electro- Optical Repairman. Upon graduating as an Honor Gradate from the 2171 MOS school .In 1996, SSgt Bernardoni was selected to attend Recruiting School, after graduating he reported into RS Nashville, Tennessee. Mr.
Bernadoni’s exemplary leadership and quality performance earned him formal recognition. SSgt Bernardoni achieved the Centurion Award, an award that a very small percentage of recruiters ever achieve. In 2000, GySgt Bernardoni reported into Materiel Command, Albany Georgia as an Equipment Specialist for Project Group Management (PdM) Optics and Non-Lethal System. Mr. Bernardoni’s military career lasted over a 20-year period. In June 2004, GySgt Bernardoni retired from the Marine Corps. After ending his military career, Mr. Bernardoni accepted a government position as the Lead Logistic Management Specialist for PdM Optics and Non-Lethal System. This new billet was created to manage all the fielding, training, and
sustainment issues for Night Vision Equipment, Thermal Weapons Systems and Laser Illuminators. In 2017, Marine Corps Systems Command went through a restructure and Mr. Bernardoni was promoted to his currently role as the Supervisor Logistic Management Specialist in a newly formed Program Management Office, PM Infantry Combat Equipment. Mr. Bernardoni earned Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology from Grantham University. He also holds a Master’s of Business Administration from the American Intercontinental University. Mr. Bernardoni is passionate about promoting life-long learning as he currently teaches three Logistic classes at Albany Technical College. Mr. Bernadoni’s has in innate love for leadership and is innovative bringing a 8
wealth of knowledge and contributions to the private sector and public sector.
Deborah Pugh
is a native of Daytona, Florida. After graduating high school, she enlisted in the US Navy in 1984. Went to San Diego for Radioman School and subsequently went to Yokosuka, Japan for firefighter and damage control school. She served for four years in the US Navy. In 1989 2001, she worked as a contractor at the Blount Island Command as a warehouseman, supply specialist, logistics management specialist among others. In 2001 - 2005, Ms. Pugh worked
as a contractor onboard the Marine Corps Logistics Command performing such duties as Lead Supply Analyst, Risk Management Analyst, and Supply Systems Analyst. In 2005, she departed the military contracting job to work for Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany as an Information Systems Project Manager and Systems Analyst implementing the electronic medical records. In 2009 -2015, Ms. Pugh accepted a civil service position at the Marine Corps Logistics Command as a Logistics Management Specialist. In 2015 - Present, she accepted a
position at the Naval Air Station Jacksonville, Florida as an IT Systems Analyst Owner for Agile Software Development Teams supporting material related software applications for the Department of the Navy. Ms. Pugh earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Information Technology and a Master’s Degree in Business Administration focusing on Supply, Logistics and Operations from Copella University. Currently, Ms. Pugh teaches three Supply Chain Management courses at Albany Technical College. She enjoy teaching and interacting with students.
ABOUT BUSINESS LOGISTICS
Albany Technical College has one of the best logistics educational online programs in this region. The goal of the Business Logistics Degree program is to teach future leaders the business of logistics. Logistics is more important than ever in ensuring our goods and services are delivered at the right time and place, and at the right cost in the global marketplace. We want students who are looking for a rewarding career to know that Logistics is in high demand as our economy expands globally. Students will learn how to manage a supply chain and the functions that support a successful operation. Students will discover the logistics decisions that must be made in order to get products and service to a customer and marketplace. With courses in Supply Chain Management, Management courses, and Logistics courses, student will enter the workforce with a well-rounded education in Business Logistics.
Albany Tech offers a 60-hour Associates Degree in Business Logistics Management as well as a 54-hour Diploma program.
DEGREES AND DIPLOMAS • •
Business Logistics Management Diploma Business Logistics Management Degree
These Technical Certificates of Credit are offered through the Business Logistics Management program.
TECHNICAL CERTIFICATES • • • • • • • •
Logistics Specialist TCC Supply Chain Management TCC Customer Contact Specialist TCC Service Supervision Specialist TCC Certified Customer Service Specialist TCC Certified Warehousing and Distribution Specialist TCC Quality Assurance Specialist TCC (Lean Six Sigma Green Belt) Quality Assurance Professional TCC (Lean Six Sigma Black Belt)
For information on any of the Degree, Diploma, or TCC programs above, call 229-430-3924.
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Continuing Ed Courses New Course Offering Stay Connected and Safe! Introduction to Computer-Based Applications for Seniors Learn to connect with others and make transactions via technology. Now, more than ever before, it’s vital to embrace the computer applications and devices that can make our lives better.
will be limited to 12 students for social distancing. Students and instructor will wear masks. Four Course Sessions – Monday, April 19; Wednesday, April 21; Monday, April 26; and Wednesday, April 28 from 3:00 to 5:00 pm. Enrollment Fee is $42. Course Instructor: Jason Cadogan, Multi-Media Specialist at Albany Technical College. Jason has a wide range of experience with all of the computer applications that allow us to engage with others and the outside world.
The Center for Business Solutions is offering a course for seniors or anyone with limited computer experience. Seniors Staying Connected is an introduction to computer-based applications, such as the Internet, Facebook, Zoom, and other apps. In addition, students will learn about Internet safety, so that they can feel confident making purchases or paying bills online.
For more information, or to register, call 229-430-3867. The deadline for registration is Wednesday, April 14.
This will be an in-person class. Covid-19 Safety Precautions will be in place – the classroom will be sanitized and the class
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Microsoft Excel Training The Best of Both Worlds – the convenience of online training combined with live instructor interaction Microsoft Excel is the world’s leading spreadsheet software. Used every day in businesses to organize, correlate, and present data, Microsoft Excel is an extremely useful tool in any office. The Center for Business Solutions will offer courses in Excel for Beginners, Intermediate Excel, and Advanced Excel in a hybrid format. What is a hybrid format? When a class is offered in a hybrid format that means that the lessons are found online and the students log-in and participate in the lessons on their own schedule during a certain time period. However, there is a live (virtual) component to every hybrid class. In the case of our Excel classes, the instructor, Janice Bullman, will have two live sessions for the Beginner class, and one live session each for the Intermediate and Advanced classes. During the live sessions (like a Zoom meeting), Janice will offer explanations and examples, and students will have the opportunity to ask her questions.
Spring Excel Class Schedule Excel for Beginners
An introduction to Excel tools and features of the software. Course Access: April 5-11 Live/Virtual Sessions: Monday, April 5, 6:00 pm, & Thursday, April 8, 6:00 pm Registration Deadline: March 29
Excel Intermediate
For those with a knowledge of the software who want to learn more about the many features and tools. Course access: April 12-18 Live/Virtual Session: Thursday, April 15, 6:00 pm Registration Deadline: April 5
Excel Advanced
For those students who want to learn about the more complex tasks that can be accomplished with Excel. Course Access: April 19-25 Live/Virtual Session: Thursday, April 22, 6:00 pm Registration deadline: April 12
Enrollment Fees
Single course: $75 Two courses: (Beginner & Intermediate or Intermediate & Advanced): $140.00 All three courses: (Beginner, Intermediate & Advanced): $200 For more information, or to register, call 229-430-3867. 12
Preparing Students for a Career in Real Estate The Center for Business Solutions is an approved Real Estate school, offering the Georgia Pre-License Real Estate Salesperson course. When the Covid-19 pandemic caused a need for social distancing, the Georgia Real Estate Commission approved CBS to convert our “in-classroom course” to a “virtual course.” Class still meets on Tuesday and Thursday nights as it did in the classroom, but now, students and instructor interact though their computers in a virtual class.
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Since 2017, CBS has trained 70 students and prepared them to sit for the state Real Estate licensing exam. The Spring 2021 Real Estate course is now underway. The next course available will be offered in the fall – from August through December 2021. To get more details about the fall class, give us a call at 229-430-3867. Your new career could be a few short months away!
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The Center for Business Solutions works with regional employers to provde training to their employees. These businesses have used CBS for specialized training. Our training can be customized to meet your needs and can take place on our campus or at your work sites. For more information, call 229-430-3867
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1704 South Slappey Boulevard Albany, Georgia 31701
Dougherty County Campus: 229.430.3500 | Randolph County Learning Center: 229.732.5280 albanytech.edu As set forth in its student catalog, Albany Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status, or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). The following person(s) has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the non-discrimination policies: Title IX Coordinator, Kathy Skates, Vice President of Administrative Services, Albany Technical College, 1704 S. Slappey Blvd., Albany, GA 31701. Phone 229.430.3524 and Section 504 Coordinator, Regina Watts, Special Needs Coordinator, Albany Technical College, 1704 S. Slappey Blvd., Albany, GA 31701, 229.430.2854 or rwatts@albanytech.edu.
Center For Business Solutions
AVAILABLE COURSES CREDIT PROGRAMS
Get a degree, diploma or Technical Certificate of Credit. Financial aid may be available for those who qualify. • Industrial Operations Technician • Business Logistics • Operations Management
LEAN SIX SIGMA
Lean Six Sigma is a Career-Boosting Credential • Higher Salary and More Opportunities • 100% Online • Half the Price of other Programs • Continuing Education Units Earned
CUSTOMIZED SKILLS ASSESSMENTS
We offer mechanical and electrical skills assessments for your current staff or pre-hires. • Convenient online platform • Current employees or pre-employment screenings • Flexible schedule • Testing for knowledge and skill level, and skill gaps • Cost effective • Fast and reliable • Results delivered quickly
CUSTOMIZED TRAINING
The Center for Business Solutions works with local employers to provide training to their employees. Our training can be customized to meet your needs and can take place on our campus or at your work sites.
ONLINE CLASSES
Our online course providers ensure great training in a convenient online format that allows you to learn on YOUR schedule. • ed2go - hundreds of classes • Online Driver’s Ed
COMPUTER AND SOFTWARE TRAINING
VEHICLE TRAINING
• Driver’s Ed for Teens to fulfill Joshua’s Law Our Driver’s Ed program includes the 30 hours of classroom instruction and 6 hours of behind-thewheel instruction required for Joshua’s Law. • Driver’s Education for Adults Albany Tech offers one-on-one driving instruction to prepare you for Georgia’s Driver’s License examination. • Forklift Operator Training Receive operator training in accordance with OSHA Standard 1910.178.
• Microsoft Word • Microsoft Excel • Computer Tutor
REAL ESTATE PRE-LICENSE COURSE
The Center for Business Solutions is an approved Real Estate School in the state of Georgia.
Call 229.430.3563 for more information or to register for classes. Visit albanytech.edu for more detailed course descriptions and schedules.
