Fvtc News

Tenpas an Agriculture Champion

9/3/2008

Agriculture Department Chair and Instructor Randy Tenpas received a tenure award from the Wisconsin Association of Agricultural Educators (WAAE) for 25 years of service with the organization.

Fox Valley Technical College congratulates Randy for this distinguished recognition in the agriculture industry, and for his commitment to education.

Visit www.fvtc.edu/agdept for more information on FVTC’s agriculture programs.

Randy Tenpas

Complimentary Entrepreneur Workshops

8/28/2008

Two Complimentary Business Workshops during Annual Open House

For those who've ever dreamed of starting their own business or who already own an existing small business, The Venture Center at Fox Valley Technical College will offer two free workshops in conjunction with the college's Community Open House on Tuesday, October 7.

The first workshop, Explore Starting a Business, will help people determine if they have a feasible idea and will offer information about the E-Seed ™ entrepreneur training series and the Entrepreneurship Certificate program. Participants will also learn about funding assistance for the training. The workshop runs from 5:00 - 7:30 p.m. at the D. J. Bordini Business & Industry Center, 5 Systems Drive, Appleton, across the street from FVTC's main campus.

The second workshop, Achieve Freedom from Your Business, is based on what Michael Gerber calls the E-Myth ™. This session will help current business owners learn how to transform their business into a system that works. This session will also provide information about PRO-seed ™ powered by E-Myth, a program that can help business owners get more time, more money and more life from their business. This session runs from 5:30 - 7:00 at the Bordini Center.

For more information or to register for either workshop, call (920) 735-5709.

The Community Open House will run from 3:00 - 7:00 p.m. and offers information on all college programs and services. Special highlights include robotics, crime lab, human patient simulator and other program demonstrations, campus tours, financial aid information sessions, door prizes, and more. During the Open House only, FVTC will waive the $30 application fee for anyone who is a high school senior or older.

More information about the Open House is available at www.fvtc.edu/OpenHouse .

Technology Talk: A Wireless World

8/21/2008

Technology Talk: A Wireless World

Today’s global economy depends on a workforce trained to apply the latest technology. Industry relies on skilled professionals to remain competitive and productive.

Welcome to Technology Talk, a monthly column provided by experienced instructors at Fox Valley Technical College who work with the latest technology used in various professions. Look for different technology-related topics each month and learn how the latest innovations are strengthening today’s workplace.

A Wireless World

Increased use of wireless technology is apparent everywhere today; from retail products to industrial automation, wireless is here to stay. Those who possess the technical skills to work with wireless technology will position themselves at the forefront of industry upgrades and career opportunities.

Businesses today are going wireless to remain profitable in a world economy. Substantial cost reductions begin during installation, and wireless applications improve efficiency by dictating the operating capacity of networks and data flow. Subsequently, businesses are experiencing less downtime, whether it relates to data management or production.

In industrial settings, wireless systems represent the wave of the future as employers look for better plant floor operations involving control parameters and data acquisition. For example, manufacturers exemplify an industry increasingly reliant on the transmission of data between sensors and programmable logic controllers (PLCs), personal computers, and variable speed drives. With global competition pushing lean integrations, manufacturers aligned with wireless design can remain strong players in the market.

So who will operate today’s wireless systems and the new wave of future technology? Skilled workers with applied engineering savvy will greet this inevitable technology as technicians in needed areas like installation, setup, design, and maintenance.

Submitted by Terry Fleischman, Ph.D., Fox Valley Technical College, Department Chair, Automated Manufacturing Systems Technology, Computer Control Engineering Technology, Computer Engineering Technology, Electrical Engineering Technology, Electromechanical Technology, Electronics, Power Plant Technology, and Process Plant Technology

For more information, e-mail Terry at fleischm@fvtc.edu.

Interpretation Training for Workplace

8/20/2008

New Training through FVTC Addresses Foreign Language Barriers

Fox Valley Technical College’s Foreign Language Institute is offering specialized training to fuel the growing field of foreign language interpretation in the workplace. The new Bilingual Interpretation Training certificate prepares bilingual adults for providing interpretation services in workplace settings.
The training focuses on interpretation fundamentals ideal for both the medical and legal professions. Completion of the certificate also provides practice and preparation for the Wisconsin Court Interpreter Oral Certification exam, the American Translation Association exam, and others.

Enrollment is contingent upon demonstration of bilingual ability (native fluency in English and another language) by taking a bilingual assessment. For more information call (920) 735-4810, or e-mail Susan at beyers@fvtc.edu .

30 Years of Dental Assistant Education

8/20/2008

30 Years of Dental Assistant Education

The fall 2008-09 semester at Fox Valley Technical College marks the 30th Anniversary of the college’s Dental Assistant program. Since its inception in 1978, the program has witnessed about a 97% employment rate for approximately 1,200 graduates. Guided by licensed instructors, clinical dentists, and recognition of a high quality training program by the American Dental Association Commission of Accreditation, students gain hands-on experience in the college’s state-of-the-art lab and through “real life” clinical settings. Graduates are immediately eligible for the Dental Assistant National Certification Examination, and can transfer 10 credits into any Dental Hygiene program in Wisconsin.

The 2008-09 fall semester marks the 30 year anniversary of the Dental Assistant program at Fox Valley Technical College.

Global Trade Seminars

8/13/2008

Corporate Leaders to Help Launch International Business Training Sessions

Two international award-winning Wisconsin companies will share effective international business practices during the International Business Success Dinner/Workshop on Tuesday, September 30, from 5:00 – 7:30 p.m. in Room E130 at Fox Valley Technical College’s Grand Chute campus. The dinner/workshop, sponsored by FVTC’s Global Education and Services division, will also introduce a series of future workshops designed to enhance international business and fortify relationships abroad.

Event participants will hear presentations from Sarah Macdonald, vice-president and general manager – International Division, Appleton; and Tom Danneker, vice-president/International, Johnsonville Sausage, LLC. The two senior officials will discuss the challenges, lessons, and solutions they experienced as a result of working with internal clientele.

"With today's increased focus on the global economy, it's vital to understand the intricacies associated with conducting business abroad," noted Dr. Susan May, president of Fox Valley Technical College. "We're delighted to partner with Johnsonville and Appleton to launch this useful series of workshops to help companies enhance their international business practices."

According to regional import/export professionals, these workshops serve as a timely tool to help businesses adapt to new regulations in global trade. For example, changes in international transportation regulations will take place this fall, impacting compliance measures in the trade industry.

The cost of the dinner/workshop is $39 per person and space is limited. Guests are asked to use Entrance 10. To RSVP, call (920) 735-4844, or visit www.fvtc.edu/swreg , click on “Find a Class” and enter number 24252 where prompted. To view a complete list of this year’s new global workshops, visit www.fvtc.edu/global and also learn more about language, culture, and interpretation training sessions through FVTC’s Foreign Language Institute.