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The following is a list of upcoming courses within the next month from today provided by ATN.

 



MAY  

Date

Course

Location

Cost

5/6/2008

ISO 9000; 2000 Executive Overview
This one-day overview offers a detailed examination of ISO 9000:2000, including the structure of the standard, management requirements, and the registration and auditing processes. Attendees will learn requirements of ISO 9000 and have the opportunity to discuss application and implementation of the standard. 8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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NACC-Rainsville $195.00
5/6/2008

Lean Office
The concept of lean manufacturing is now being applied to areas other than just the shop floor.  Learn how to make your company’s office operate more efficiently. 

Learn How To:

-Reduce paperwork process time up to 90%
-Improve on-time performance up to 90%
-Reduce work in process up to 90%
-Reduce errors up to 50%
-Reduce floor space up to 75%
CLASS SIZE IS LIMITED TO 12 PARTICIPANTS. Pre-registration required, no cancellations allowed,
substitutions permitted. Invoice issued upon registration.
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Auburn University-Auburn $495.00
5/9/2008

Lean Office
The concept of lean manufacturing is now being applied to areas other than just the shop floor.  Learn how to make your company’s office operate more efficiently. 

Learn How To:

-Reduce paperwork process time up to 90%
-Improve on-time performance up to 90%
-Reduce work in process up to 90%
-Reduce errors up to 50%
-Reduce floor space up to 75%
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TBA  - Mobile

$495.00
5/12-16/2008

Principles of Lean Manufacturing Certificate Series
Lean is a systematic approach to eliminating waste and creating flow within an organization to improve overall customer value.

Course Topics Include:
-Day One - Principles of Lean (Lean 101)
-Day Two - 5 S of workplace organization
Value Stream Mapping
-Day Three - Quick changeover/SMED
Total Productive Maintenance
-Day Four - Cellular/Flow/Pull/Kanban system
-Day Five - Leading/Sustaining Lean
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UAH-Huntsville $1295.00
5/13 - 14/2008

1915 OSHA 10-hr Maritime Industry

Students will be introduced to OSHA policies, procedures and standards as well as Maritime safety and health principles covered in OSHA ACT Part 1915. Special

emphasis has been placed on those areas in the maritime industry that are the most hazardous, using the OSHA 29 CFR 1915 as a resource. Upon successful completion of the course, participants will receive an OSHA 10-Hour Maritime 1915 Outreach DOL course completion card.

 

Topics Include—

 - An Introduction to OSHA

 - Electrical Safety

 - Confined and Enclosed Spaces

 - Fire Protection

 - Walking / Working Surfaces

 - Hazard Communication

 - Respiratory Protection

 - Fall Protection

 - Personal Protective Equipment

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Mobile - AIDT Office Building

$195.00
5/16/2008 Principles of Lean Manufacturing (Lean 101)
Lean is a systematic approach to eliminating waste and creating flow within an organization to improve overall customer value. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Course Topics Include:
  • History of manufacturing
  • Eight wastes
  • Lean tools
  • 5 S of workplace organization
  • Visual factory
  • Plant Layout
  • Batch reduction
  • Quick changeover
  • POUS
  • Standardized work
  • Pull/Kanban system
  • Cellular design

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Enterprise Ozark Community College - Ozark $295.00

5/20/2008 

Principles of Lean Manufacturing (Lean 101)
Lean is a systematic approach to eliminating waste and creating flow within an organization to improve overall customer value. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Course Topics Include:
  • History of manufacturing
  • Eight wastes
  • Lean tools
  • 5 S of workplace organization
  • Visual factory
  • Plant Layout
  • Batch reduction
  • Quick changeover
  • POUS
  • Standardized work
  • Pull/Kanban system
  • Cellular design

Register Now

ASCC-Thomasville

$295.00

5/20/2008

Problem solving/Root Cause Analysis
This one-day workshop will provide a chance to practice techniques that will enable you to develop and implement permanent solutions to persistent problems. You’ll dig down and discover causes of problems, not symptoms.  Whether you are already registered (or are pursuing registration) to ISO 9000, ISO 14001, TS 16949, or AS 9100, or just need to identify better ways to solve problems in your company, the Root Cause Analysis course is for you.  8:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
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NAAC-Rainsville $195.00
5/20-21/2008

OSHA 10 hour for General Industry
Raise your employee’s awareness of the OSHA rules and regulations that apply to them.  This day and ½ course provides an in-depth look at OSHA’s 29 CFR General Industry Standard and details the applicable S&H regulations to the affected employees of your facility. This training course will be administered by instructors that are authorized through the OSHA Outreach Training Program.

Each participant will receive an OSHA 10 hour certification card from the Department of Labor and an ATN training certificate upon completion of the course and exam. Who Should Attend: All Plant Employees; Municipalities; Fire & Rescue Service Members; Employers; Engineers; Supervisors; Hazmat Team Members; Safety Professionals; and others that might be involved with keeping themselves and others safe.
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Auburn University-Auburn $195.00
5/13 - 14/2008 OSHA 10 hour for General Industry
Training will cover guidelines set forth by standard OSHA safety and health guidelines and regulations.  The client can pick topics that will be appropriate, however topics to tentatively cover as a part of this training are:  OSHA Background & General Coverage/Introduction to OSHA Standards – OSHA Citations/Inspections/Penalties/OSHA record Keeping Requirements-Machine Guarding – Hazard Communication (HAZCOM) – Electrical/Lockout Tag-out – Walking & Working Surfaces/Fall Protection – Means of Egress – Fire Protection – Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) – Confined Space Entry/Confined Space Hazards.
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LSCC-Birmingham $195.00
5/22/2008

Powered Industrial Truck Train the Trainer
This 4-hour course includes:

  • Operating Instructions and Warnings
  • How to Steer and Maneuver
  • Visibility Limitations
  • Using the Forks and Attachments
  • Inspection and Maintenance

    Register Now
LSCC-Birmingham $195.00
5/27/2008

Lean 5S
The adoption of the 5S principles of sort, set in order, shine, standardize and sustain principles can yield tremendous results —preventing accidents, reducing downtime, enhancing operational control of processes, and creating a healthier company climate.

5S training and services allows participants to:
Learn to implement specific, easy to access visual systems to enhance communications and productivity
 - Learn what visual order is
 - Learn what the organized workplace looks like
 - Learn how concepts function on the production shop floor
 - Develop checklists
 - Use a process map to drive the process
Register Now

CACC- Alexander City $195.00

JUNE  

Date

Course

Location

Cost

6/2-6/2008

Training Within Industry
For More information, click here.

TWI Brochure

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Auburn University-Auburn See Brochure for Pricing

6/2/2008 

Principles of Lean Manufacturing (Lean 101)
Lean is a systematic approach to eliminating waste and creating flow within an organization to improve overall customer value. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Course Topics Include:
  • History of manufacturing
  • Eight wastes
  • Lean tools
  • 5 S of workplace organization
  • Visual factory
  • Plant Layout
  • Batch reduction
  • Quick changeover
  • POUS
  • Standardized work
  • Pull/Kanban system
  • Cellular design

Register Now

TBD-Mobile

$295.00

6/2-6/2008 

Principles of Lean Manufacturing Certificate Series
Lean is a systematic approach to eliminating waste and creating flow within an organization to improve overall customer value.
Course Topics Include:

-Day One - Principles of Lean (Lean 101)
-Day Two - 5 S of workplace organization
    Value Stream Mapping
-Day Three - Quick changeover/SMED
    Total Productive Maintenance
-Day Four - Cellular/Flow/Pull/Kanban system
-Day Five - Leading/Sustaining Lean
Register Now

TBD-Mobile

$1295.00

6/3-6/6/2008

OSHA 30-Hour for General Industry
This class covers OSHA 30 hour General Industry Training Program including Introduction to OSHA, OSH Act, General Duty Clause, General Safety and Health Provisions, Competent Person; Electrical; Walking and Working Surfaces; and Means of Egress and Fire Protection.  With specific options to include, but not limited to:
 - Hazard Communication
 - Personal Protective Equipment
 - Lockout/Tagout Control of Energies
  - Flammable and Combustible Materials
 - Machine Guarding 
 - Introduction to Industrial Hygiene
 - Bloodborne Pathogens
Includes OSHA card for completion of exam and class
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CACC- Alexander City $495.00
6/3 - 6/5/2008 Leadership and Supervisory Development – Three Day Course
Topics include leadership communication, motivation, documentation, diversity in the workplace, teamwork, people opportunities, legislation in the workplace, performance management, personal development, planning, and workplace violence.
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CACC- Alexander City $500.00
6/10/2008

Lean Quick Changeover
This workshop teaches the fundamental principles of setup reduction. Setup is clearly defined. Both reasons for and barriers to reducing changeovers are presented. The seminar follows the principles outlined by Shigeo Shingo on Single Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED). Participants learn the standard methodology in applying SMED to any type of setup or industry. This workshop includes a live simulation where students get hands-on experience in setup reduction.

Course Topics Include
 - Understand how quick changeover/setup reduction supports Lean enterprise
 - Understand key concepts related to quick changeover/setup reduction
 - Learn the principles of SMED
 - Apply quick changeover principles by using a standard approach
 - Learn to apply SMED using a disciplined, visual process of documentation and improvement
 - Experience a team approach to quick changeover/setup reduction
 - Learn how quick changeover/setup reduction can be applied to support functions throughout the value chain
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CACC-Alexander City

$195.00
6/12/2008

Forklift Truck Train the Trainer
This 6-hour hands-on class provides all training materials.  Participants receive forklift operating license upon completion.
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CACC-Alexander City $195.00

6/16-20/2008

HAZWOPER 40-hour
ATN offers basic training for persons who respond to spills. Individuals trained to the technician level respond to the incident to plug, patch, or otherwise stop the release of the hazardous substance. Training at this level includes: implementing the employers emergency response plan, hazard and risk assessment techniques, basic chemical/toxicology terminology, behavior selection and use of proper personal protective equipment/respirators, containment and confinement operations, and decontamination-termination procedures. The last day is an 8 Hour refresher course.
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 TBA- Mobile $695.00
6/17/2008

Root Cause Analysis
This one-day workshop will provide a chance to practice techniques that will enable you to develop and implement permanent solutions to
persistent problems. You’ll dig down and discover causes of problems, not symptoms.  Whether you are already registered (or are pursuing
registration) to ISO 9000, ISO 14001, TS 16949, or AS 9100, or just need to identify better ways to solve problems in your company, the Root Cause Analysis course is for you.
Register Now

CACC - Alexnder City $195.00

6/23-27/2008 

Principles of Lean Manufacturing Certificate Series
Lean is a systematic approach to eliminating waste and creating flow within an organization to improve overall customer value.

Course Topics Include:
-Day One - Principles of Lean (Lean 101)
-Day Two - 5 S of workplace organization
    Value Stream Mapping
-Day Three - Quick changeover/SMED
    Total Productive Maintenance
-Day Four - Cellular/Flow/Pull/Kanban system
-Day Five - Leading/Sustaining Lean
Register Now

UAH-Huntsville

$1295.00

6/24/2008 Value Stream Mapping
Particpants in this workshop will learn to identify the value streams in their operations, map them from “door to door” and realize the wastes that exist in their current process.  Armed with now being able to “see” their wastes, participants will learn the process of constructing a future state of their value streams and instituting an implementation plan of achieving that future state.  The result is successful value stream mapping, a tool to direct Lean Improvements.
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LSCC-Birmingham $295.00
 

   

JULY  

Date

Course

Location

Cost

7/7/2008 

Principles of Lean Manufacturing (Lean 101)
Lean is a systematic approach to eliminating waste and creating flow within an organization to improve overall customer value. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Course Topics Include:
  • History of manufacturing
  • Eight wastes
  • Lean tools
  • 5 S of workplace organization
  • Visual factory
  • Plant Layout
  • Batch reduction
  • Quick changeover
  • POUS
  • Standardized work
  • Pull/Kanban system
  • Cellular design

Register Now

Auburn University-Auburn

$295.00

7/7-11/2008 

Principles of Lean Manufacturing Certificate Series
Lean is a systematic approach to eliminating waste and creating flow within an organization to improve overall customer value.

Course Topics Include:
-Day One - Principles of Lean (Lean 101)
-Day Two - 5 S of workplace organization
    Value Stream Mapping
-Day Three - Quick changeover/SMED
    Total Productive Maintenance
-Day Four - Cellular/Flow/Pull/Kanban system
-Day Five - Leading/Sustaining Lean
Register Now

Auburn University-Auburn

$1295.00

7/9/2008

Powered Industrial Truck Train the Trainer
This 4-hour course includes:

  • Operating Instructions and Warnings
  • How to Steer and Maneuver
  • Visibility Limitations
  • Using the Forks and Attachments
  • Inspection and Maintenance

8:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.
Register Now

GSSC-Gadsden $195.00
7/10/2008

Lean Cellular Flow
Through the arrangement of people and equipment into efficient, process-based cells, cellular manufacturing creates a smooth flow that shortens the lead time for delivery while supporting low inventory production, space saving and continuous improvement. Learn how to link and balance manufacturing operations to reduce lead times, minimize work in process, optimize floor space usage and improve productivity. The workshop emphasizes the five-step process for designing and implementing work cells in both assembly and machining applications. Topics include product family definition, takt time, total work content, work balancing, task/operator standardization, machine/operator optimization, cell layout, flexible staffing and teamwork.

Course Topics Include
 - Definition of cellular manufacturing
 - Five-step cell design process
 - Group products
 - Measure demand; establish TAKT time
 - Review work sequence
 - Combine work to balance process
 - Design layout
 - Cellular design tools
 - Layout considerations
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CACC - Alexander City $195.00
7/15/2008 ISO Overview
This one-day overview offers a detailed examination of ISO 9000:2000, including the structure of the standard, management requirements, and the registration and auditing processes. Attendees will learn requirements of ISO 9000 and have the opportunity to discuss application and implementation of the standard.
Register Now
CACC-Alexander City $195.00
7/23/2008

Introduction to Lean Manufacturing (Tube Factory)
Lean is a systematic approach to eliminating waste and creating flow within an organization to improve overall customer value.  This course is a fast paced introduction to Lean with live simulation of a simple manufacturing company.  9:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Course Topics Include:

  • History of manufacturing
  • Eight wastes
  • Lean tools
  • 5 S of workplace organization
  • Visual factory
  • Plant Layout
  • Batch reduction
  • Quick changeover
  • POUS
  • Standardized work
  • Pull/Kanban system
  • Cellular design

Register Now

CACC-Alexander City $195.00

AUGUST  

Date

Course

Location

Cost

8/18-22/2008 

Principles of Lean Manufacturing Certificate Series
Lean is a systematic approach to eliminating waste and creating flow within an organization to improve overall customer value.

Course Topics Include:
-Day One - Principles of Lean (Lean 101)
-Day Two - 5 S of workplace organization
    Value Stream Mapping
-Day Three - Quick changeover/SMED
    Total Productive Maintenance
-Day Four - Cellular/Flow/Pull/Kanban system
-Day Five - Leading/Sustaining Lean
Register Now

UAH-Huntsville

$1295.00

8/4-8/2008 Leadership and Teambuilding Training
ATN offers Leadership and Management Development plus Teambuilding Training at the Heritage Trail Conference Center.  You will enjoy a week filled with intensive leadership training, daily hands-on outdoor teambuilding, plus fun, all in a relaxing, retreat setting.  Bring comfortable clothes and shoes for the outdoor activities. 
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CACC-Heritage Trail Conference Center $1200.00
8/5/2008

Heavy Equipment Safety
Improper procedures used by employees can cause injury, disability, or death.  By outlining and following safe operating procedures for use of heavy equipment, you can learn to prevent injury and safeguard yourself and coworkers. 

Topics to Cover Include:
 - Safe Operating Procedures for Heavy Equipment
 - Personal Protective Equipment
 - Pre-Start Inspections
 - Control of Hazardous Energy
 - Service and Maintenance
 - Energy Control Procedures
 - Lockout/Tagout
Register Now

CACC-Alexander City $195.00 
8/19/2008 Principles of Lean Manufacturing (Lean 101)
Lean is a systematic approach to eliminating waste and creating flow within an organization to improve overall customer value. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Course Topics Include:
  • History of manufacturing
  • Eight wastes
  • Lean tools
  • 5 S of workplace organization
  • Visual factory
  • Plant Layout
  • Batch reduction
  • Quick changeover
  • POUS
  • Standardized work
  • Pull/Kanban system
  • Cellular design

Register Now

Chatahoochee Valley Community College - Phenix City $295.00
8/26-27/2008

The Maintenance Supervisor's Role
This course covers the basic types of maintenance organizations; defines the supervisor’s job and how it relates to maintenance planning and operations, and presents guidelines for becoming a successful leader. 

Topics include:
 - Maintenance Organizations
 - Defining the Maintenance Supervisor’s Job
 - Supervising Hourly Personnel
 - Becoming a Successful Leader
 - Maintenance Planning and Operations
 - Hands-on Teambuilding Activities to Reinforce 
 - Maintenance Supervisor’s Learning Objectives
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CACC-Alexander City $400.00

SEPTEMBER  

Date

Course

Location

Cost

n/a

There are no upcoming courses scheduled.

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OCTOBER  

Date

Course

Location

Cost

10/13/2008 

Principles of Lean Manufacturing (Lean 101)
Lean is a systematic approach to eliminating waste and creating flow within an organization to improve overall customer value. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Course Topics Include:
  • History of manufacturing
  • Eight wastes
  • Lean tools
  • 5 S of workplace organization
  • Visual factory
  • Plant Layout
  • Batch reduction
  • Quick changeover
  • POUS
  • Standardized work
  • Pull/Kanban system
  • Cellular design

Register Now

Auburn University-Auburn

$295.00

10/13-17/2008 

Principles of Lean Manufacturing Certificate Series
Lean is a systematic approach to eliminating waste and creating flow within an organization to improve overall customer value.

Course Topics Include:
-Day One - Principles of Lean (Lean 101)
-Day Two - 5 S of workplace organization
    Value Stream Mapping
-Day Three - Quick changeover/SMED
    Total Productive Maintenance
-Day Four - Cellular/Flow/Pull/Kanban system
-Day Five - Leading/Sustaining Lean
Register Now

Auburn University-Auburn

$1295.00

10/20/2008 

Principles of Lean Manufacturing (Lean 101)
Lean is a systematic approach to eliminating waste and creating flow within an organization to improve overall customer value. 8:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Course Topics Include:
  • History of manufacturing>
  • Eight wastes
  • Lean tools
  • 5 S of workplace organization
  • Visual factory
  • Plant Layout
  • Batch reduction
  • Quick changeover
  • POUS
  • Standardized work
  • Pull/Kanban system
  • Cellular design

Register Now

TBD-Mobile

$295.00


NOVEMBER  

Date

Course

Location

Cost

11/10-14/2008

Principles of Lean Manufacturing Certificate Series
Lean is a systematic approach to eliminating waste and creating flow within an organization to improve overall customer value.

Course Topics Include:
-Day One - Principles of Lean (Lean 101)
-Day Two - 5 S of workplace organization
    Value Stream Mapping
-Day Three - Quick changeover/SMED
    Total Productive Maintenance
-Day Four - Cellular/Flow/Pull/Kanban system
-Day Five - Leading/Sustaining Lean
Register Now

UAH-Huntsville

$1295.00