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SUMMARY:Blueprint Reading and Measuring Devices
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  Blueprint Reading and Measuring Devices is designed for companies that manufacture metal parts such as machine shops or sheet metal and stamping companies etc.  \nThis course provides the student with a basic understanding of blueprint reading. It presents background information on prints\, how multi-view drawings are created\, the principles of projection and instruction in developing the skill of visualization. It explains the interpretation of the dimensional requirements shown on the print\, the interpretation of detailed drawings that include single part\, tabulated detail\, stamped product\, and tabulated stamped product drawings. It deals with sectional views of drawings to include full\, offset\, aligned\, removed sections\, and includes auxiliary views and assembly drawings. An understanding of Screw Thread Specification will also be covered. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        This class will prepare the student to be able to read\, understand and interpret engineering drawings and be prepared for the GD&T class. The student will also gain an understanding of the most common machine shop measuring instruments\, and how to use them accurately.  \nThe student will also gain proficiency in using the most common machine shop measuring instruments including Steel Rule\, Outside/Inside Micrometers\, Dial/Vernier Calipers\, Telescoping and Small Hole gages\, as well as Protractors for angular measurement. \n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nPre-requisite: Shop Math I or basics math skills \n\n\n\nDates: October 13- 29\, 2026Times: 9 am -noon  (Monday & Wednesdays)Location: MA Training Center 3405 Board RoadCost (member): $450Cost (non-member): $650 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/blueprint-reading-and-measuring-devices-2/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261019T083000
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UID:10000297-1792398600-1792425600@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:PLC Level 1- Maintenance & Troubleshooting
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This 4-day training program provides students with hands-on experience in the troubleshooting and maintenance of  PLC. Hardware and software troubleshooting techniques are heavily emphasized throughout the course. Troubleshooting techniques include interpretation of status indicators\, diagnostic messages\, and use of the programming terminal to quickly isolate faults and take proper corrective actions. \nStudents will improve their troubleshooting skills by learning about ladder logic instructions in projects they create. The instructor will use examples of actual troubleshooting experiences to enhance the learning process. The last day includes a laptop/digital multimeter to troubleshoot bugs on a real world I/O train \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        Students will be able to: \n➢Understand the purpose for the programmable controller\n➢ Identify the four basic components that are necessary in the composition of the programmable controller system.\n➢ Be aware of the general communication ability of the ControlLogix System.\n➢ Recognize the advantages of the ControlLogix System above the conventional PLC\n➢ Configure various communication drivers\n➢ Define\, identify\, modify the communication path between the computer and the controller\n➢ Use RSWho to verify communications and explore devices on networks\n➢ Understand what a ControlLogix system is and what it can accomplish\, Be aware of the differences between different ControlLogix controllers. Recognize & explain the meaning of a Logic Scan\n➢ Identify ControlLogix terminology such as requested packet interval\, change-of-state\, Digital I/O and Real-Time sampling &status indicator lights and displays for basic troubleshooting\n➢ Understand the different key switch positions and what can be accomplished in each of these key switch positions\n➢ Create a project\n➢ Understand what controller faults are and how to correct\n➢ Identify the different power supplies \, RTB\, indicators & assorted sizes of chassis that is required for the ControlLogix system➢ Identify and understand digital and analog I/O tag addressing\, and the use of alias tags\n➢ Recognize and understand the differences between the communication modules and their operation. The types of communication modules that the student will recognize are DH+\, ControlNet\, and Ethernet\n➢ Understand the difference between task\, programs\, and routines. Also can create and delete task\, programs and routines\n➢ Create a rung\, create a branch\, add instructions\, and insert the tag addresses\n➢ Recognize\, troubleshoot\, and use bit instructions in a ladder logic routine\n➢ Understand\, troubleshoot\, and use timer and counter instructions and status bits in a required application\n➢ Recognize\, troubleshoot\, and use data copy instructions to move\, data from one tag to another\n➢ Recognize the workings of the program control instructions JSR and AFI and understand how they can affect the way the processor scans the program\n➢ Use the Search utility to locate desired instructions\, tags\, aliases\, rungs and cross-references to enhance the ability to troubleshoot problems\n➢ Understand the Forcing utility and its use to override Input and Output values to be able to segregate problems to enhance troubleshooting\n➢ Customize display options to allow the student to better use the programming terminal for troubleshooting\n➢ Set up a Trending chart so that it can be used to assist in troubleshoot varying values and bits on-off conditions\n➢ Use every day small preventions to keep major problems from taking place\n➢ Recognize proper installation techniques as a way to minimize problems\n➢ Be aware of all of the features common to the digital I/O modules \n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate: October 19 – 22\, 2026 \n\n\n\nTimes: 8:30 am – 4 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York PA 17406 \n\n\n\nCost (member) IP Grant: $995 \n\n\n\nThis course is supported through our Industry Partnership Grant to reduce the registration cost.  \n\n\n\nContact us to join the Industry Partnership Consortium.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/plc-level-1-maintenance-troubleshooting/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261021T210000
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UID:10000327-1792571400-1792616400@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Industrial Mechanics
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This course will serve as an introduction to the theory of basic concepts of the mechanics of industrial machinery. Students will disassemble an Injection Molding Machine to aid in understanding concepts of operation and mechanical fitment of parts. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        This class will prepare the student to recognize various systems and sub-systems of industrial machinery.\n•	Workplace safety\n•	Tools and tool safety\n•	Fastening methods\n•	Printreading\n•	Precision Measurement\n•	Rigging\n•	Lifting\n•	Lubrication\n•	Bearings\n•	Flexible belt drives\n•	Mechanical drives\n•	Vibration\n•	Alignment\n•	Electrical principals and applications\n•	Hydraulic principals and applications\n•	Pneumatic principals and applications\n•	Preventive maintenance programs \n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDates:                  October 21 – December 16\, 2026  ( no class11/25/26)Times:                   6-9 pm Days:                     M & W \n\n\n\nLocation:              MA Training Center 3405 Board Road\, Suite 100 York PAMember:              $1025 +book costNon Member:     $1500 +book cost \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/industrial-mechanics-2/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T180000
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DTSTAMP:20260616T225229Z
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UID:10000324-1793037600-1793048400@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Intro. to Industrial Electricity
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices of electricity and electronics in commercial\, and industrial settings. It covers a wide range of topics including NFPA 70E® arc blast and arc flash requirements\, Ohm’s Law\, power optimization\, utility power factor and peak demand penalty\, load shedding\, power factor correction. \nThe course also emphasizes on the importance of safety\, math principles and applications\, and the understanding of symbols and print reading. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        The primary objective of this course is to equip students with a solid understanding of electrical and electronic principles and their applications in various settings. Students will learn about different types of circuits\, transformers\, electric motors\, and digital electronic circuits. The course aims to enhance students’ skills in taking standard measurements\, understanding meter abbreviations and displays\, and reading and interpreting schematics and prints. \nCourse Outline:\n• Introduction to Electricity Principles\n• Understanding Basic Quantities\n• Application of Ohm’s Law and the Power Formula\n• Importance of Safety in Electrical Practices\n• Application of Math Principles in Electrical Practices\n• Understanding Numbering Systems and Codes\n• Learning Meter Abbreviations and Displays\n• Techniques for Taking Standard Measurements\n• Understanding Symbols and Printreading\n• Study of Circuit Conductors\, Connections\, and Protection \n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nThis class is full.  Please see other posted dates or contact us. \n\n\n\nDate:   October 26 – December 9\, 2026Times: 6-9 pmDays:   M & WLocation: MA Training Center 3405 Board RoadMember Cost :  $ 875NON Member: $ 1100 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/intro-to-industrial-electricity-3/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261026T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T230707Z
CREATED:20260616T230518Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T230707Z
UID:10000326-1793037600-1793048400@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Techniques of Quality
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This course is an introduction to the various methods of documenting\, and the analytical Evaluation of data. Addressed will be the most common inspection practices found in Manufacturing Quality labs. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        The student will gain an understanding of the importance of accurate measurement\, and the adherence to strict document control. Also covered are standard quality protocol observed during start-up\, In-Process\, and End-of-run stages of a production system. \n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate:   October 26 – December 9\, 2026  ( no class 11/25/26)Times: 6-9 pmDays:  M & WLocation: MA Training Center 3405 Board RoadMember Cost :  $ 700+ bookNON Member: $ 1050 +book \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/techniques-of-quality/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T220733Z
CREATED:20260610T211237Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T220733Z
UID:10000321-1793124000-1793134800@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Lean Intro.-Apprentice
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This training series introduces Apprentice Students to  Lean principles\, workplace organization\, problem-solving\, and continuous improvement strategies that drive operational excellence. Through interactive learning and hands-on activities\, participants will gain practical tools to reduce waste\, improve efficiency\, solve workplace challenges\, and create greater value for customers. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        Learning Outcomes\nUpon completion of this series\, participants will be able to: \nUnderstand and apply fundamental Lean principles.\nIdentify waste and opportunities for process improvement.\nImplement 6S workplace organization techniques.\nUse DMAIC to solve problems and improve performance.\nAnalyze process variation and optimize workflow.\nSupport continuous improvement initiatives within their organization. \n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nThis apprentice class is full.  Please contact us for other available sessions \n\n\n\nDate: October 27- November 19\, 2026 \n\n\n\nDays : T&TH \n\n\n\nTimes: 6 – 9 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York PA 17406 \n\n\n\nMember Cost:   $800 \n\n\n\nNON Member: $1150 \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/lean-intro-apprentice/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261027T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T225939Z
CREATED:20260616T225823Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T225939Z
UID:10000325-1793124000-1793134800@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Materials
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This course is designed to offer an in-depth study of materials\, tool steel\, and the heat treat processes that it involves. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        Upon completion of the course\, the student will have removed the mystery that surrounds tool steel and the heat treatment process. The student will get a thorough understanding of how to heat treat parts without sacrificing wear\, learn how to minimize loss from cracking and distortion\, and be introduced to tool steel selection by looking at 28 of the more popular grades of tool steel and 3 alloy steels. \nCourse Outline: \n\nWhat is tool steel\nWhat is heat treatment\nBasic Furnace Room tools\nSurface Protection\nHeat Treating A2\, A6\, H13\, S7\, D2\, M2\, W1\, CPM 10V\, 4140 Tool Steel\nCryogenics\nGuidelines for Grinding Hardened Tool Steel\nGood Design Practices\nWelding Tool Steels\nThe Effects of EDM\nTool Steel Selection\n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\n \n\n\n\nDate:   October 27 – December 1\, 2026Times: 6-9 pmDays:  T & THLocation: MA Training Center 3405 Board RoadMember Cost :  $ 540 +bookNON Member: $ 800 + book \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/materials/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261117T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T231847Z
CREATED:20260616T231846Z
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UID:10000328-1794938400-1794949200@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:CNC II
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This course is designed to develop a proficient knowledge of CNC CAD/CAM programming and machining. \nThe student will learn basic programming concepts and techniques using the latest Mastercam and Esprit CAM computer aided machining software’s\, along with state-of-the-art indexable tooling for CNC Machining Centers and Lathes \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        Course Outline: \n• Fundamentals of computer aided machining technologies using both Mastercam and Esprit Cam programming software’s\n• Creation and manipulation of drawing files\n• Machine tool selection\n• Machining strategies and operations\n• Program management\n• Cutting tool technology\n• Creation of two\, two\, and three axis CAM programs in EIA word address formats \nStudents will need to have access to a computer to complete assignments outside of class hours \n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate:  November 17\, 2026 – February 9\, 2027   \n\n\n\n( No class 11/24\, 11/26\, 12/22\,12/24\, 1/31/27) \n\n\n\nDays: T & TH \n\n\n\nTimes: 6-9 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York PA 17406 \n\n\n\nCost (member) $ 975 \n\n\n\nCost (non member) $1450 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/cnc-ii/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261201T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T213506Z
CREATED:20260606T193822Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T213506Z
UID:10000311-1796113800-1796140800@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Industrial Mechanics
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This course will serve as an introduction to the theory of basic concepts of the mechanics of industrial machinery. Students will disassemble an Injection Molding Machine to aid in understanding concepts of operation and mechanical fitment of parts. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        This class will prepare the student to recognize various systems and sub-systems of industrial machinery.\n•	Workplace safety\n•	Tools and tool safety\n•	Fastening methods\n•	Printreading\n•	Precision Measurement\n•	Rigging\n•	Lifting\n•	Lubrication\n•	Bearings\n•	Flexible belt drives\n•	Mechanical drives\n•	Vibration\n•	Alignment\n•	Electrical principals and applications\n•	Hydraulic principals and applications\n•	Pneumatic principals and applications\n•	Preventive maintenance programs \n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDates:                   December 1-7\, 2026Times:                   8:30 am -4 pmDays:                     Tuesday -Monday  *( no weekend days)**Location:              MA Training Center 3405 Board Road\, Suite 100 York PAMember:              $1025 +book costNon Member:     $1500 +book cost \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/industrial-mechanics/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261209T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261209T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T212125Z
CREATED:20260606T194115Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T212125Z
UID:10000312-1796805000-1796832000@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Intro. to Industrial Electricity
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This course provides a comprehensive introduction to the principles and practices of electricity and electronics in commercial\, and industrial settings. It covers a wide range of topics including NFPA 70E® arc blast and arc flash requirements\, Ohm’s Law\, power optimization\, utility power factor and peak demand penalty\, load shedding\, power factor correction. \nThe course also emphasizes on the importance of safety\, math principles and applications\, and the understanding of symbols and print reading. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        The primary objective of this course is to equip students with a solid understanding of electrical and electronic principles and their applications in various settings. Students will learn about different types of circuits\, transformers\, electric motors\, and digital electronic circuits. The course aims to enhance students’ skills in taking standard measurements\, understanding meter abbreviations and displays\, and reading and interpreting schematics and prints. \nCourse Outline:\n• Introduction to Electricity Principles\n• Understanding Basic Quantities\n• Application of Ohm’s Law and the Power Formula\n• Importance of Safety in Electrical Practices\n• Application of Math Principles in Electrical Practices\n• Understanding Numbering Systems and Codes\n• Learning Meter Abbreviations and Displays\n• Techniques for Taking Standard Measurements\n• Understanding Symbols and Printreading\n• Study of Circuit Conductors\, Connections\, and Protection \n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate:   December 9 -15\, 2026Times: 8:30 am-4 pmDays:     (Wednesday -Tuesday – (No weekends)Location: MA Training Center 3405 Board RoadMember Cost :  $ 850NON Member: $ 1600   \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/intro-to-industrial-electricity-2/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20261214T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20261214T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T232256Z
CREATED:20260616T232254Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T232256Z
UID:10000329-1797271200-1797282000@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Welding- II
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This thirty-nine hour course is usually taken after the Intro to Welding class with a focus on Tig Welding.  (often taken in the 4th or 5th year apprentice program) \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        The sessions are designed to build a strong  and advanced skill set foundation.  Students will attend classroom and work shop sessions\, allowing the student to successfully complete simulation projects. GTAW-TiG \n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nThis course is full.  Please contact us for additional dates. \n\n\n\nDate:  December 14\, 2026 – February 8\, 2027 \n\n\n\nNo class 12/21\, 12/23\, 12/28\, 12/30/26 \n\n\n\nDays: M & W \n\n\n\nTimes: 6-9 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: MA Training Partner- York Technical High School \n\n\n\nCost (member) $ 1195 \n\n\n\nCost (non member) $1795 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/welding-ii/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270104T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270104T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T233920Z
CREATED:20260616T233918Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T233920Z
UID:10000330-1799085600-1799096400@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Pneumatics
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  Course Description:\nThis course focuses on Industrial Pneumatic Systems\nCourse Objectives:\nThe student will acquire the basics of Pneumatics and will learn to troubleshoot pneumatic systems down to the component level. Also introduced is Air Logic and understanding schematics. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        •	Understanding symbols\n•	Pneumatic safety\n•	Basic controls & circuits\n•	Standard fittings\, switches\, & valves\n•	Troubleshooting \n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate:  January 4 -February 15\, 2027 \n\n\n\nDays: M & W \n\n\n\nTimes: 6-9 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: MA Training Partner-TBD \n\n\n\nCost (member) $ 1025 \n\n\n\nCost (non member) $1525 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/pneumatics/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270104T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270104T210000
DTSTAMP:20260616T234330Z
CREATED:20260616T234329Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260616T234330Z
UID:10000331-1799085600-1799096400@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Shop Math 2
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This course presents a review of Algebra\, and teaches the Fundamentals of Plane Geometry\, Geometric Figures\, and Right-Angle Trigonometry. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        Upon completion of the course the student will have an analytical approach to problem solving in understanding the fundamentals of Right-Angle Trigonometry\, and the Principles of Plane Geometry.   \nCourse Outline:\nA. Plane Geometry – Geometric Figures \n\nGeometric Principles for Lines\, Angles\, and Polygons\nGeometric Principles for Circles\, and Lines & Angles of Circles\nPythagorean Theorem\nB.  Trigonometry \n\nFunctions and Inverse Functions of Trigonometry\nSolving Right Triangles\nTrigonometry for Practical Machine Applications\nRight angle solutions\n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate: January 4 – March 3\, 2027 \n\n\n\nDays: M & W \n\n\n\nTimes: 6-9 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York PA 17406 \n\n\n\nMember Cost:   $695 \n\n\n\nNON Member: $ 1040 \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/shop-math-2/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270104T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270104T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T003226Z
CREATED:20260617T003224Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T003226Z
UID:10000333-1799085600-1799096400@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Industrial Sensors
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This course will provide students with a hands on training to familiarize them with various industrial sensor technologies\, detection methods & applications. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        Course Objectives:\nDifferentiate sensor types and underlying technology. Also\, identify the best sensor for a particular application then program the sensors to reliably and accurately detect the target object.\nCourse Outline:\n•	Proximity sensors\n•	Photoelectric sensors\n•	Thermocouples and RTD’s\n•	Vision sensors\n•	Fiberoptic sensors\n•	Temperature controllers\n•	Encoders\n•	Counters\, Timers\, and Tachometers \nPrerequisite- Electricity 1 or a working knowledge of electricity or approval from our training team. \n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate:  January 4 – January 27\, 2027 \n\n\n\nDays: M & W \n\n\n\nTimes: 6-9 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: MA Training Center 3405 Board Road \n\n\n\nCost (member) $ 825 +book \n\n\n\nCost (non member) $1200 +book \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/industrial-sensors-2/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270105T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270105T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T002448Z
CREATED:20260617T002445Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T002448Z
UID:10000332-1799172000-1799182800@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Mold Theory
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  The course is designed to introduce students to injection molding and to plastics\, understanding how plastic flows\, injection mold process\, and cooling systems. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        This course will give the student a basic knowledge of all things injection molding. \nCourse Outline: \n\nResins\nPlastic flow\nMolding Process\nThe cooling system\nMelt system\nBasic tool designs\nResins\nPlastic flow\nMolding Process\nThe cooling system\nMelt system\n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate:   January 5 – February 11\, 2027 \n\n\n\nDays: T & TH \n\n\n\nTimes: 6-9 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: Location: MA Training Center 3405 Board Road \n\n\n\nCost (member) $ 540 \n\n\n\nCost (non member) $ 800 \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/mold-theory/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270119T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270119T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T003620Z
CREATED:20260617T003619Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T003620Z
UID:10000334-1800381600-1800392400@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Jigs & Fixtures
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This course is designed to give the student an understanding and working knowledge of how and why jigs and fixtures are designed and built as they are. Two fundamental tool design principles\, simplicity and economy\, are constantly stressed. The student will learn how to save money in production of a fixture by learning to be cost-effective while ensuring that the tool has the capacity to perform all its intended use/ function. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        Upon completion of the course\, the student will understand jigs and fixtures\, their purpose in manufacturing\, and have a limited ability to assist in design and build. \nCourse Outline: \n\nBasic Types and Function of Jigs and Fixtures\nPurpose of Tool Design & consideration of design economics\, basic construction principles\nSupporting and locating principles\nDesigning and constructing\nWelding and inspection tooling\nTool Materials\nClamping and Work-holding Principles\nTool Drawings\n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate:  January 19 – March 2\, 2027 \n\n\n\nDays: T & TH \n\n\n\nTimes: 6-9 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: Location: MA Training Center 3405 Board Road \n\n\n\nCost (member) $ 540+ book \n\n\n\nCost (non member) $ 800 +book \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/jigs-fixtures/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270201T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270201T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T015443Z
CREATED:20260617T015442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T015443Z
UID:10000335-1801504800-1801515600@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Tooling Manufacturing Practices
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This course offers an audit of the operation and function of the following machines: Cut-off Saw\, Band Saw\, Pedestal Grinder\, Belt Sander\, Drill Press\, Lathe\, Vertical Milling Machine\, Surface Grinder\, Heat Treatment\, Honing Machine\, etc. Student will have a basic understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        Students will have a basic understanding of manufacturing processes and equipment. This course is designed through classroom theory and visits to manufacturing facilities to provide this necessary foundational knowledge. This course covers basic processes and machinery used in the job shop\, tool room\, or small manufacturing facility\, as well as the advanced equipment used in larger operations. This course also covers material physical properties\, testing\, and treatment. Quality measurement and gauging\, process planning\, and manufacturing systems are included. \nCOURSE OUTLINE: \n\nQuality systems/assurances\nMeasurement and gaging\nMaterial properties\, thermal properties\n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate: February 1 – March 15\, 2027 \n\n\n\nDays: M & W \n\n\n\nTimes: 6-9 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York PA 17406 \n\n\n\nMember Cost:   $585+ book \n\n\n\nNON Member: $ 900 +book \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/tooling-manufacturing-practices/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270201T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270201T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T015941Z
CREATED:20260617T015926Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T015941Z
UID:10000336-1801504800-1801515600@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Electrical Print Reading & Panel Wiring
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This course provides a comprehensive\, hands-on introduction to reading electrical prints and wiring control cabinets. Students will gain practical experience by assembling a complete\, functional control cabinet featuring an Allen Bradley PLC and PanelView HMI with ethernet communication. The curriculum covers all aspects of panel-building\, including wire termination\, wire sizing\, wire color coding\, standard industrial connector forms and nomenclature\, raceway utilization\, and more. Emphasis is placed on safety\, precision\, and adherence to industry standards. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        The primary objective of this course is to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to interpret electrical prints and proficiently wire control cabinets. Students will learn to assemble a control system from start to finish\, understand and apply various wiring techniques\, and ensure all work meets professional standards. The course aims to enhance students’ technical skills in wire preparation\, electrical bonding\, and the use of hand tools\, while also providing a strong foundation in electrical theory and print reading. \n\nOverview of control cabinets and their components\nTechniques for proper wire termination and sizing\nGuidelines for wire color coding and labeling\nCommon industrial connector types and nomenclature\nEffective raceway utilization in control cabinets\nIntroduction to essential hand tools and wire preparation techniques\nPrinciples of electrical bonding and application of Ohm’s Law\nReading and interpreting electrical symbols and annotations\nStep-by-step assembly and wiring of a control cabinet with Allen Bradley PLC and PanelView HMI\nEnsuring safety\, compliance\, and adherence to industry standards in panel building\n\n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate: February 1 -22\, 2027 \n\n\n\nDays: M & W \n\n\n\nTimes: 6-9 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York PA 17406 \n\n\n\nMember Cost:   $ 875 \n\n\n\nNON Member: $ 1100 \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/electrical-print-reading-panel-wiring/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270301T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270301T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T211942Z
CREATED:20260524T151714Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T211942Z
UID:10000298-1803889800-1803916800@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:PLC Level 2- Maintenance & Troubleshooting
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This 4 day course is designed to enhance students’ understanding of topics covered in the Fundamentals class by focusing on practical application.  Instead of simply interpreting existing ladder logic\, students will learn to program their own projects based on functional specifications. \nThe curriculum offers a comprehensive exploration of the most common ladder logic instructions\, encouraging participants to thoughtfully select the appropriate instructions for their projects while meeting specified criteria in hands-on exercises. \nThis deeper comprehension of how each instruction works will significantly boost troubleshooting efficiency\, empowering students to address challenges more effectively in their automation projects \n*students must have taken Level 1 or have some working knowledge. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        Students will learn: \nKnow & understand the relationships between Controllers\, Chassis\, Power Supplies\, IO Modules\, Terminology\, Indicator Lights\, Key Switch\nRecognize & understand Common Communication Modules\nBe able to use status indicator lights on controllers and I/O modules to troubleshoot ControlLogix hardware\nBe able to use RSLinx\, RSWho\, Communication Drivers\, Set IP Addresses\nCreate a ControlLogix project from scratch\nBe able to interpret and use Digital & Analog Base Tags\, Alias Tags\nKnow when to use (and how to find/monitor/edit) Controller Scoped vs. Program Scoped Tags\nUse correct Data Types & Data Structures with ladder logic tags\nCreate and use Tasks\, Programs\, Routines\nProgram & Troubleshoot Bit Level Ladder Logic\nProgram & Troubleshoot Ladder Logic Timer Instructions\nProgram & Troubleshoot Level Ladder Logic Counter Instructions\nProgram & Troubleshoot Data Transfer Ladder Logic\nProgram & Troubleshoot Boolean Ladder Logic\nProgram & Troubleshoot Mathematical Ladder Logic\nProgram & Troubleshoot Comparison Ladder Logic\nProgram & Troubleshoot Program Control Ladder Logic\nProgram & Troubleshoot Data Exchange Between Controllers (Produce\, Consume\, MSG)\nProgram & Troubleshoot System Instructions (GSV\, SSV)\nEffectively Use Software Utilities (Searching\, Bookmarks\, Trending\, Toggling\, Forcing)\nUtilize Predictive & Preventative Maintenance Measures\nIdentify and Resolve Common Controller Faults\nUse & Interpret Fault Routines Effectively\nIdentify Root Cause of I/O Connection Errors and Problems \n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate:  March 1 – 4 \, 2027 \n\n\n\nTimes: 8:30 am – 4 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York PA 17406 \n\n\n\nCost (member) IP Grant: $995 \n\n\n\nThis course is supported through our Industry Partnership Grant to reduce the registration cost.  \n\n\n\nContact us to join the Industry Partnership Consortium.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/plc-level-2-maintenance-troubleshooting/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270302T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270302T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T022704Z
CREATED:20260617T022638Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T022704Z
UID:10000337-1804010400-1804021200@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:CNC III
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  Using our machining lab\, this course is designed to continue to build on CNC I and II with the addition of hands-on training in setting up and operating our CNC Machining Centers and Turning centers. \nCNC III will give students a proficient level of programming and machining experience of various machine parts in milling and turning \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        Course Outline: \n• Creation of two\, and three axis programs for CNC machining centers and turning centers\n• Learn Part Setups and verification of various CNC programs on machining Centers and Turning centers\n• Apply Speeds and Feed calculations\n• Run parts and inspect \nStudents will need access to a computer outside of class hours \n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate: March 2 – May 6\, 2027 \n\n\n\nDays: T & Th \n\n\n\nTimes: 6-9 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York PA 17406 \n\n\n\nMember Cost:   $975 \n\n\n\nNON Member: $ 1460 \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/cnc-iii/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270302T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270302T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T023109Z
CREATED:20260617T023107Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T023109Z
UID:10000338-1804010400-1804021200@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Electrical Troubleshooting
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This course provides a comprehensive exploration of all aspects of troubleshooting electrical and electronic systems. It is designed for use in the electrical industry\, and related fields. The course includes new and expanded coverage of NFPA 70E® requirements\, and motor nameplate interpretation. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        The primary objective of this course is to equip students with practical knowledge and skills for troubleshooting various electrical and electronic systems. Students will learn step-by-step troubleshooting procedures and engage in hands-on activities that reinforce the concepts presented. The course also aims to familiarize students with the latest industry standards and requirements.\nCourse Outline:  \n•	Troubleshooting and Basic Electrical Theory\n•	Understanding Symbols\, Circuits\, and Meter Terminology\n•	Working with Meters and Special Meters\n•	Troubleshooting Relays\, Starters\, and Motors\n•	Understanding Power Distribution and Power Quality\n•	Working with Electric Motor Drives\, Lighting Circuits\, and Power Distribution Systems \nStudents must have electrical knowledge or have taken the Industrial Motor Controls. \n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate: March 2 – March 23\, 2027 \n\n\n\nDays: T & Th \n\n\n\nTimes: 6-9 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York PA 17406 \n\n\n\nMember Cost:   $875 \n\n\n\nNON Member Cost: $ 1160 \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/electrical-troubleshooting-2/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270308T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270308T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T023941Z
CREATED:20260617T023939Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T023941Z
UID:10000339-1804528800-1804539600@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Hydraulics
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This course is designed to give students an understanding of basic physics and the ability to recognize definitions for force\, friction\, and inertia. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        The student will be able to describe atmospheric pressure and its effects on pumping systems\, recognize pump captivation and locate its cause\, identify different types of pumps and explain their operation\, perform calculations and formulas\, and identify hydraulic cylinders and hydraulic motors.  \nCourse Outline: \n\nPerform calculations\nDraw static hydraulic systems to calculate the force of a cylinder\nIdentify and explain the operation of check valves\, two\, three and four way valves and control valves\nExplain how a check valve is used\n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate: March 8 – April 14\, 2027 \n\n\n\nDays: M &\,W \n\n\n\nTimes: 6-9 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: MA Training Partner- Carlisle Location  \n\n\n\nMember Cost:   $ 1080 \n\n\n\nNON Member Cost: $ 1620 \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/hydraulics/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270308T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270308T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T025552Z
CREATED:20260617T025549Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T025552Z
UID:10000340-1804528800-1804539600@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Industrial Motor Controls
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This course will introduce the students to industrial motor control technology and troubleshooting techniques. Each student will wire several industrial motor control circuits employing motor starters\, relays\, timers\, etc. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        This class will prepare the student to recognize the various elements of motor controls and the techniques used to maintain them in an industrial environment. The student will develop a sound understanding of relay control circuits and motor starters. \nCourse Outline:\n• Rebuilding a relay\n• Design and draw an industrial control circuit\n• Wire a control panel\n• Reversing starters by designing several control circuits\n• Basic kinematics and programming \nPre-Requisite: Student should have working knowledge or have taken the Electrical 1 class \n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate: March 8 – April 7\, 2027 \n\n\n\nDays: M &\,W \n\n\n\nTimes: 6-9 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: MA Training Center- 3405 Board Road \n\n\n\nMember Cost:   $ 1080 \n\n\n\nNON Member Cost: $ 1620 \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/industrial-motor-controls-3/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270308T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270308T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T025845Z
CREATED:20260617T025844Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T025845Z
UID:10000341-1804528800-1804539600@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Shop Math III
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This course offers the study of Oblique Triangles using Law of Sines/Cosines\, Areas/Volumes/Weights of Geometric shapes\, and Cartesian/Polar Coordinates. Also included is the application of Basic Machine Shop formulas found in the Machinery’s Handbook\, Measurement labs including: Precision Gage Blocks\, Thread Measurement over Wires\, etc.\, and working with Compound Angles. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        Upon completion of this course\, the student will have gained an understanding of how to: apply basic machine shop formulas to practical applications\, establish Cartesian and Polar coordinates\, work with Tolerancing and clearance/interference fits\, calculate basic Compound angles. \nCourse Outline: \n\nOblique triangles: Law of Sines and Cosines\nAreas & Volumes of Geometric shapes\nCartesian and Polar Coordinates\nPractical precision measurement\nComplex practical machine applications\nCompound Angles\n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate: March 8- May 12\, 2027 \n\n\n\nDays: M &\,W \n\n\n\nTimes: 6-9 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: MA Training Center- 3405 Board Road\, York PA \n\n\n\nMember Cost:   $ 695 \n\n\n\nNON Member Cost: $ 1040 \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/shop-math-iii/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270330T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270330T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T030203Z
CREATED:20260617T030201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T030203Z
UID:10000342-1806429600-1806440400@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:GDT
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This course is a study of the geometric controls set forth in the ASME Dimensioning and Tolerancing Standard.\nUpon completion of the course the student will demonstrate a beginner’s level ability to interpret a symbolic language used on engineering drawings to communicate product definition information. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        Datums & Part Immobilization\nPosition & Basic Dimensioning \nSize & Form Concepts\nOrientation Controls\nProfile Tolerancing\nRunout Circulation & Total \nPre Requisite: Students must have taken Blueprint Reading & Math 1 or have the skillset before taking this class. \n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate: March 30- May 4\, 2027 \n\n\n\nDays: T & TH \n\n\n\nTimes: 6-9 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: MA Training Center- 3405 Board Road\, York PA \n\n\n\nMember Cost:   $ 500 +book \n\n\n\nNON Member Cost: $ 735 +book \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/gdt/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270412T083000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270412T160000
DTSTAMP:20260610T211545Z
CREATED:20260524T151934Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260610T211545Z
UID:10000299-1807518600-1807545600@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:PLC Level 3- Advanced Maintenance & Troubleshooting
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This 4-day advanced training program provides students with hands-on experience using the advanced control and diagnostic capabilities of the Allen-Bradley ControlLogix Programmable Controller and the Studio5000 programming software package. Application troubleshooting exercises are used throughout the course to give students hands-on experience solving typical problems encountered in the factory. \nThis Advanced course is for students who have taken Level 1 & 2 or who have working knowledge of PLCs. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        Students will learn: \n➢ Troubleshoot programs utilizing all commonly used instructions of the ControlLogix Programmable Controller.\n➢ Effectively use a programming terminal for entering\, editing\, and troubleshooting programs.\n➢ Utilize the diagnostic capabilities of the ControlLogix system to aid in systems troubleshooting.\n➢ Properly connect and establish communications over an Ethernet network.\n➢ Setup and configure Analog Input and Output cards for Ø-1ØVDC and 4-2ØmA applications.\n➢ Setup BSL instructions for parts tracking.\n➢ Setup FIFO/LIFO File instructions to track part numbers.\n➢ Diagnose PID faults to find bad thermocouples\, RTD’s and actuators.\n➢ Make small changes to PID loops to increase system efficiency.\n➢ Create and test an AOI instruction. \n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate:  April 12 – 15 \, 2027 \n\n\n\nTimes: 8:30 am – 4 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York PA 17406 \n\n\n\nCost (member) IP Grant: $995 \n\n\n\nThis course is supported through our Industry Partnership Grant to reduce the registration cost.  \n\n\n\nContact us to join the Industry Partnership Consortium.  \n\n\n\n \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/plc-level-3-maintenance-troubleshooting/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270420T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270420T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T030819Z
CREATED:20260617T030436Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T030819Z
UID:10000343-1808244000-1808254800@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Mechanical Power Transmission
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This course is designed to instruct students on proper removal and installation of bearings\, pulleys\, chains\, sprockets\, gears\, and couplings. Also covered are lubrication and troubleshooting techniques. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        The student will learn proper alignment procedures and will perform alignment on chain drives and belt drives.  The student will also learn the 4-step coupling alignment procedure and perform it on shafts and couplings using a dial indicator. \nCourse Outline:\n•	Identify and select the proper replacement\, removal\, and install bearings\n•	Select and replace belts\, pulleys\, chains\, sprockets\, and\n•	gears\n•	Install and align drive couplings\n•	Identify and select the proper lubricant for machine applications\n•	Perform parallel and series shaft alignment\n•	Check the loading on a machine and determine the root cause for overloading\nPrerequisite- Industrials Mechanics or approval from our training team. \n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate: April 20 – June 1\, 2027 \n\n\n\nDays: T & TH \n\n\n\nTimes: 6-9 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: MA Training Center- 3405 Board Road\, York PA \n\n\n\nMember Cost:   $ 1025 +book \n\n\n\nNON Member Cost: $ 1550 +book \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/mechanical-power-transmission/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270426T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270426T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T030747Z
CREATED:20260617T030745Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T030747Z
UID:10000344-1808762400-1808773200@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Motor Drives
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  This course will teach students fundamentals of Variable Frequency Drives for AC Motors and Variable Speed Drives for DC Motors. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        The students will learn theory of operation and to size\, install\, and program VFD’s and VSD’s.  \nCourse Outline:\n•	Proper installation guidelines\n•	Starting and Stopping\n•	Programming using built-in interface\n•	Programming using a PC\n•	Control using a PLC \n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate: April 26 – May 19\, 2027 \n\n\n\nDays: M & W \n\n\n\nTimes: 6-9 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: MA Training Center- 3405 Board Road\, York PA \n\n\n\nMember Cost:   $ 850 +book \n\n\n\nNON Member Cost: $ 1275 +book \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/motor-drives-2/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270510T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270510T160000
DTSTAMP:20260617T031134Z
CREATED:20260617T031133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T031134Z
UID:10000345-1809936000-1809964800@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Statistical Process Controls
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  SPC covers statistical methods to monitor and control a process for early detection and prevention of problems\, rather than the correction of problems after they have occurred. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        This course is designed to teach the participant to solve problems\, reduce errors and improve customer service by examining a variety of problem solving and planning techniques applied to the production/manufacturing or service delivery process. \n\nIntroduction to manufacturing process variation\nQuality cost concept\nSampling and probability\nPre-control charting\nX bar and R control charts\nAttribute vs variable charting\nControl chart interpretation\nRoot Cause Analysis\nProcess capability ratios and usage\nApplied statistical methods\nPreventative vs. corrective actions\n\n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate:  May 10 – 14\,2027 \n\n\n\nDays: M -F \n\n\n\nTimes: 8 am – 4 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: MA Training Center- 3405 Board Road\, York PA \n\n\n\nMember Cost:   $ 700 \n\n\n\nNON Member Cost: $ 1050 \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/statistical-process-controls/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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DTSTART;TZID=America/New_York:20270525T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/New_York:20270525T210000
DTSTAMP:20260617T031429Z
CREATED:20260617T031427Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260617T031429Z
UID:10000346-1811268000-1811278800@macentralpa.org
SUMMARY:Industrial Communications
DESCRIPTION:Course Description\n                                  Communication is extremely important in a manufacturing environment. It’s not simply a case of saving time\, or rushing to get a production order completed but\, in many instances\, communication when working in a production environment is all about SAFETY – and could mean the difference between life and death. \nThis comprehensive 24-hour course can make you a top communicator in your work environment!\nThis course is designed to give students an understanding of basic industrial communication skills and the importance of going beyond everyday verbal communication. \n                          \n\n      \n\n    Objectives & Outline\n                        The student will be able to describe the role self-esteem has in affecting communication\, and how proper use of language helps stop communication perception errors.  Students will also learn the six barriers to interpersonal communication\, verbal boundaries\, and better understand perceptual differences. \nCourse Outline:  \n\nAttitude: Four elements of attitudes. Defining the word ‘attitude’ Analyzing your attitude.  Three types of attitudes. Six truisms about self-talk. Developing an attitude that communicates positive-ness and the effect of quality of communications.\nTemperament: Personal style Inventory (what is your temperament profile). How can temperaments cause communication problems?  Review of temperament profiles. How our personal profile can affect the quality of our communications.\nBehavior: Attitude and temperament plus behavior impacts our communications. Interpersonal Influence Inventory. Four basic types of behavior.  How does behavior impact communications? Review of behavioral profiles. Four types of declarative statements.\nThe Process: What constitutes excellent communications.  How messages are filtered.  Overcoming interpersonal communications barriers. Adult literacy and its effect on communication.  The five major problems you can encounter.  The ‘climate’.  Meaning of words.  Communications and anger; reflective listening. Roadblocks to Effective communications. Attentive Observer: Importance of ‘body language’. Communicating across shifts.  Application of Communication Techniques.\n            \n      \n\n\n\n\nDetails\n\n\n\nDate: May 25 – June 10\, 2027  ( no class on 5/31/27) \n\n\n\nDays: T & TH \n\n\n\nTimes: 6-9 pm \n\n\n\nLocation: MA Training Center- 3405 Board Road\, York PA \n\n\n\nMember Cost:   $ 475 \n\n\n\nNON Member Cost: $ 715 \n\n\n\n  \n    \n      Class Registration Form\n      \n                  Open Form\n              \n    \n    \n      \n\n\n\n    \n      \nSorry\, but registration is currently full for this course.
URL:https://macentralpa.org/event/industrial-communications/
LOCATION:MA Training Center\, 3405 Board Road\, York\, PA\, 17406\, United States
CATEGORIES:Course,Trade & Technical
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