Explore the fundamentals of forklift operation in the workplace. Students receive hands-on application by practicing with a forklift. Participants examine factors affecting safe operation for the operator, the load, the forklift and the physical environment. Certification is available upon completion for propane, electric and pallet jack forklifts (types I, IV, V). Class is compliant with OSHA...
Explore the features of QuickBooks specifically useful for contractors. Topics include creating estimates, running job cost reports, tracking time, producing statements and invoices, and using the sales tax and payroll features. Staying organized helps you make better decisions and saves you time and money at tax time. Approved by State of WI for three hours of...
The Diversity Game quickly gives individuals a picture of their thinking and communication styles and helps them find ways to improve communication with others whose styles differ from their own. This interactive game is based on the Herrmann Whole Brain Model that divides mental processing preferences into four distinct clusters or style preferences. Online self-paced...
Participants learn to differentiate assumptions from reality, maintain an open mind approaching concepts and problems from different perspectives, and use systematic, logical thinking to analyze processes. Online self-paced course. Enroll any time between February 1 – May 1, 2021 and complete on your own schedule. $99 per person.
Participants learn to be clear and concise when giving directions and presenting information in an organized format. They further learn to communicate in writing using appropriate grammar, spelling format and technical terms, according to established writing standards. Online self-paced course. Enroll any time between February 1 – May 1, 2021 and complete on your own...
Participants learn to demonstrate trustworthiness by being honest, dependable, and reliable. Learning activities help participants learn to apply ethical standards to workplace conduct, and to consistently produce high-quality work. Online self-paced course. Enroll any time between February 1 – May 1, 2021 and complete on your own schedule. $99 per person.
Participants learn the importance of completing projects within specified resources parameters and time frames. Learning activities focus on prioritizing tasks, apply industry standards and practices to ensure quality work, and seeking out opportunities to increase individual productivity. Online self-paced course. Enroll any time between February 1 - May 1, 2021 and complete on your own...
Successfully completing projects on time and within budget is critical to business success at all levels. Yet many project managers need help understanding the key principles to be successful. This course provides project managers an understanding of the steps to successfully lead projects to completion, including definition, planning and implementation. This 16-hour online course is...
Participants learn to work with others on a team to solve problems by identifying their responsibilities as team members, participating in group decision making, and applying strengths and opinions of others to complete projects. Online self-paced course. Enroll any time between February 1 - May 1, 2021 and complete on your own schedule. $99 per...
As the manager, supervisor or leader of a work group or team, performance leaders help others do the work that ultimately makes an organization successful. They must ensure employee performance aligns with the direction and strategy of the organization. The skills taught in this workshop help participants prepare for and conduct different types of performance-related...
Expert communication between construction professionals and others on the job site is essential for successful project completion. Contractor tradespeople may interact with on-site supervisors and project managers as well as, expeditors, bookkeepers, and designers to name a few. Successfully communicating with others requires clear and efficient communication tailored to the needs of all those involved....
This course covers beginning-level skills, and is ideal for the newer computer user who wants to become well versed in Excel. Topics introduced include the Ribbon interface; entering and editing data; selecting cells and ranges; printing worksheets; creating formulas and functions; formatting cell contents; inserting and deleting columns, rows, and cells; charts; and more. After...
