» Continuing Education Programs
Are you looking for a way to advance your career — without devoting ALL your time to school? Ranken’s continuing education programs are the answer. Our specialized two-year, one-year and seminar programs provide the opportunity to learn and work. Programs are specially designed to meet the needs of working students who want to advance their career or make a career change. Make a career change with classes running two evenings per week.
admissions
Admission to Continuing Education programs requires the following
- A high school diploma or G.E.D.
- ACT ASSET Numerical Skills Test (Industrial Electronics/Electricity and Control Systems Technology students only)
» two-year certificate programs
Our two-year certificate programs consist of four semesters (or 504 clock hours) of intense, hands-on training.
Automotive Collision Repair Technology
Utilizing the Inter-industry Conference on Automotive Collision Repair (I-CAR) Advanced Technology curriculum, this program focuses on restoring wrecked cars to their pre-accident condition.
The program develops students’ proficiencies in body and frame machines; down-draft spray booths; computerized mixing and electronic measuring systems; MIG welders; refinishing; resistance spot welding; and the repair of mechanical and electrical systems.
Automotive Maintenance Technology
Students refine the skills necessary to become entry-level automotive mechanics, gaining experience in diagnosing and repairing automotive problems and malfunctions in automatic and manual transmissions; automotive electricity; basic computer electronics and air conditioning; brakes; engines; and suspension.
Computer Networking Technology
Students are introduced to a combination of computer desktop operating systems, local area networking (LAN), wide area networking (WAN) and microcomputer hardware.
The first year of the program focuses on preparing students to become A+ Certified technicians. During the second year, students are introduced to network devices and how they fit into the network and upon completion are eligible to earn Cisco Certified Network Associate (CCNA) certification.
Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration
Students receive the hands-on training to service and repair nearly all the equipment they’ll find out in the industry. Specifically, coursework focuses on basic refrigeration and hand tools; commercial and residential heating and cooling equipment; commercial ice makers; electricity; and light commercial refrigeration systems.
Control Systems Technology
Students focus on the measurement and control of automated processes and technical systems in industrial plants. Training is concentrated in basic electronics; commercial wiring practices; DC/AC theory; distributed control systems; instrumentation fundamentals; National Electric Code (NEC); principles of variable measurements; programmable logic controllers (PLCs); and variable speed drives.
Electrical Automation Technology
This program emphasizes maintenance, troubleshooting and installation of electrical circuitry and equipment controls. Training is concentrated in basic and industrial electronics; commercial wiring practices; DC/AC theory; motor controls and logic fundamentals; National Electric Code (NEC); power distribution and DC/AC motor theory; and programmable logic controllers (PLCs).
Industrial Technology
Receiving training in a variety of technical disciplines, program graduates are needed by area-wide facilities, including universities, hospitals and industrial businesses, where they can repair a majority of problems that occur.
Courses offer hands-on training in blueprint reading; electrical maintenance; hydraulics; industrial maintenance mechanics; millwright and rigging; National Electric Code (NEC); pipefitting; and stationary engineering (license preparation). Other stand-alone evening courses may also apply.
Precision Machining Technology
Students develop fundamental machining skills on milling machines, lathes and surface grinders. This machinist-level program emphasizes blueprint reading; hand tools and machine practices; lathe and mill operations; metal processing theory; standard machines, attachments and accessories; and tools, hardening and precision grinding.
» one-year certificate programs
Carpentry Maintenance
With a curriculum that combines classroom lecture and shop activities, this residential carpentry and maintenance program includes building basic stairs; computing basic construction math; constructing concrete forms; installing and repairing windows and doors; installing floors and ceilings; remodeling and completing structural changes; roofing; and framing walls.
Woodworking
this class teaches the basic concepts of woodworking and furniture making in four, nine-week sessions. With a curriculum that combines classroom instruction and shop activities, the program prepares individuals to design and build high quality furniture and accessories. This program provides an opportunity to expand skill level and creativity in building fine furniture.
Precision Welding and Fabrication
Students receive training and hands-on experience in blueprint reading; gas metal arc welding (GMAW); gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW); shielded metal arc welding (SMAW); oxy-acetylene welding; oxy-fuel cutting; and proper joint design and welding techniques
Stationary Engineering
This program serves as a license preparation course in accordance with St. Louis’ power plant safety codes. Enrollment is limited to those with a minimum of six months experience as a power plant operator, maintenance employees or Ranken Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Technology program graduates. Training includes boiler operation, maintenance and safety; boilers and auxiliary equipment; steam engines, turbines, air compressors and electricity; and industrial refrigeration.
» 18-week courses
Advanced Computer Aided Drafting (CAD)/ Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM)
Training in this program includes advanced computer literacy for the programmer; fundamentals of two-dimensional and three-dimensional drafting; and programming with state-of-the-art software, including Mastercam.
Students enrolling must be computer literate, understand G and M code programming and have knowledge of setup and operation of CNC equipment.
Computerized Numerical Control (CNC) Programming
This program offers the fundamentals of programming CNC machine tools. Classroom theory is applied to write, set up and run programs on Haas CNC machines. To enroll, students must verify machine tool operation experience or have graduated from a Ranken Precision Machining Technology program.
Advanced Welding
The Advanced Welding certificate is earned by enrolling in two additional courses following completion of the Precision Welding and Fabrication program, which include SMAW-pipe welding, advanced welding processes and special applications.
Seminars
For students looking to refine or enhance their skills in a particular area, Ranken also offers a variety of seminars, including:
- ASE Certification Training
- Automotive Union Apprenticeship Program
- Backflow Certification/Re-certification
- EPA Refrigerant Certifications
- Haas CNC Equipment Training
- Housing Code
- I-CAR Weld Qualification Test and Training, Steel and Aluminum
- I-CAR Structural Part, Steel Qualification Test Training
- Professional Education Units (Plumbing and Mechanical Code)
- Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC)
- Sheet Metal and Duct Fabrication
Employment and Personnel Testing
Through long-standing relationships with the region’s top companies, Ranken has a first-hand understanding of industry challenges. Ranken can provide an unbiased assessment of an employee’s or a candidate’s ability through reading, math, problem solving, spatial relations and mechanical comprehension testing. This service may be used for apprenticeships as well as personnel hiring. For your convenience, testing may be offered at Ranken or at your company site. Testing and screening outcomes are strictly confidential and will be reported to you within 24 hours. For more information, please contact Pat Capps at (314) 286-4887.
Sponsorship and Tuition Assistance
To enhance skills, many local companies provide sponsorship and tuition assistance for their current employees through Ranken’s evening school programs. Please contact Keyvan Gerami at (314) 286-3670 to learn more about sponsorship opportunities.
what’s next
Many potential students find it helpful to tour Ranken’s campus before committing to a program. We encourage anyone who is interested in Ranken’s evening programs to tour our shops and labs. There, you can see for yourself the equipment you’ll use and the experience you’ll gain. Ranken instructors are readily available to discuss opportunities in any of the industries we serve.
To set up an appointment to see the campus or for more information about how to advance your career, contact the admissions office at (314) 371-0236, toll-free at (866) 4-RANKEN, admissions@ranken.edu, or visit our Web site at www.ranken.edu.
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