Before your training: Please come up with a potential work project which may be used as your class project.  The project should be between 3 to 12-month time horizon.

There will be a group assignment.

Successfully managing projects requires the right skills, strategies, and tools to navigate complex tasks and deadlines. This comprehensive 24-hour course equips both beginners and experienced professionals with essential project management principles to improve efficiency and drive successful outcomes. Designed for professionals across industries, this hands-on training covers resource allocation, scheduling, and critical path planning to enhance project execution.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify and allocate project resources effectively.
• Develop and manage project schedules to ensure timely completion.
• Create critical path planning reports to track progress and optimize workflows.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Improve project efficiency by completing tasks on time and within budget.
• Enhance team collaboration and communication for smoother execution.
• Increase overall productivity with structured project management strategies.

Ready to elevate your project management skills? Enroll today and gain the tools to lead successful projects with confidence!

Trainer Bio: Jes Vargas has over 25 years of experience in engineering, project management, and executive leadership at companies like GCS Inc., Bombardier, and Siemens. With a background in Mechanical Engineering, an MBA in Operations, and certifications in Total Quality Management and Lean Manufacturing, he specializes in driving organizational success through strategic project management and continuous improvement.

Many technicians and operators lack foundational mechanical systems knowledge that is critical for maintaining productivity and preventing costly downtime. This practical training, led by a certified Amatrol Systems Advanced Manufacturing instructor, delivers a balanced approach to theory and hands-on application. Designed for professionals across a wide range of industries, this course strengthens core mechanical skills essential to modern industrial environments.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand key components of mechanical systems including power transmission, fasteners, and drive applications.
• Apply troubleshooting techniques to identify and resolve mechanical drive issues.
• Gain experience with belts, chains, gears, and other mechanical drive components.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Reduce equipment downtime through improved troubleshooting and system knowledge.
• Boost operational efficiency with skilled employees who understand mechanical systems.
• Increase workplace safety by reinforcing proper application and maintenance practices.

Ready to build mechanical mastery on your team? Register today and equip your workforce with essential hands-on skills!

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

High-performing teams thrive when each member understands their role and how their strengths contribute to overall success. This course, based on Patrick Lencioni’s "The Six Types of Working Genius," helps participants identify individual strengths and create balanced, efficient teams. Designed for professionals, managers, and team leaders, this interactive training fosters role clarity, enhances team synergy, and maximizes productivity.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify individual working geniuses and leverage them to enhance team collaboration.
• Develop role clarity and effective delegation strategies to improve efficiency.
• Foster a balanced and synergistic team environment by integrating diverse working style.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Enhances team efficiency by aligning roles with individual strengths.
• Reduces workplace ambiguity and miscommunication through clear role definitions.
• Improves collaboration and team performance by leveraging diverse working styles.

Ready to create a more productive and cohesive team? Enroll today to unlock the full potential of your workforce!

*Class Held In-Person* Computers provided if needed

Many individuals struggle to navigate and organize their digital workspace efficiently, especially when using the Microsoft Windows operating system. This hands-on training session provides practical demonstrations and guided exercises to help users master essential Windows functions for both work and personal use. Ideal for beginners or anyone looking to refresh their foundational Windows skills.

Learning Objectives:

• Navigate the Windows desktop, Start Menu, and taskbar with confidence.
• Organize and manage files and folders using File Explorer.
• Customize settings and troubleshoot basic issues to improve user efficiency.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Enhances digital literacy across your workforce.
• Reduces IT support requests by empowering self-sufficiency.
• Increases productivity through smarter desktop and file management.

Equip your team with essential tech skills—register today and empower users to take full control of their Windows experience!

Trainer Bio: John Dahlgren has over 25 years of industry experience in technology, manufacturing, and workforce training. He teaches in the Butte College Drafting Technology and Engineering programs and specializes in Excel training, digital literacy, and workplace productivity tools.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

Effective collaboration starts with strong communication, yet many teams struggle with clarity, feedback, and difficult conversations. This course, based on principles from "Fierce Conversations" by Susan Scott and "Radical Collaboration" by Jim Tamm and Ronald Luyet, equips participants with essential skills for active listening, constructive feedback, and conflict resolution. Designed for professionals and team leaders, this training fosters open, honest, and effective communication to build stronger, more cohesive teams.

Learning Objectives:

• Master active listening techniques to enhance understanding and trust.
• Develop skills for providing and receiving constructive feedback effectively.
• Navigate difficult conversations with confidence and professionalism.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Strengthens team cohesion by fostering open and honest communication.
• Reduces misunderstandings and conflict, leading to a more productive workplace.
• Improves leadership and collaboration skills, enhancing overall team performance.

Ready to enhance your team’s communication and collaboration? Enroll today to develop the skills needed for a more connected and effective workplace!

Don't miss the full experience! Enroll in the complete Collaborative Leadership 6-Part Series here: https://buttethetrainingplace.coursestorm.com/course/collaborative-leadership-6-part-series

*Training Held In-Person*

Conflict is inevitable in any workplace, but how you handle it determines success. This engaging, four-part training series provides practical strategies to resolve conflicts, improve communication, and foster a more positive work environment. Participants will learn the root causes of conflict, resolution techniques, structured dialogue methods, and ways to work effectively with challenging personalities.

Learning Objectives:

• Identify and address the root causes of workplace conflict.
• Apply effective resolution strategies tailored to different situations.
• Facilitate productive conversations using structured dialogue techniques.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Enhance team collaboration by equipping employees with conflict resolution skills.
• Improve communication to reduce misunderstandings and increase productivity.
• Foster a positive work environment that minimizes tension and maximizes teamwork.

Ready to transform conflict into collaboration? Sign up today and empower your team to turn challenges into opportunities for growth!

Trainer Bio:Margaret Schmidt is a Certified CRM Trainer with an MBA and expertise in project management, strategic planning, and customer relations. As a Development Dimensions International Certified Trainer, she specializes in soft skills, resilience, and workplace communication, helping teams improve collaboration and performance.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

This course, drawing from "The Speed of Trust" by Stephen Covey and "Radical Collaboration" by Jim Tamm and Ronald Luyet, equips participants with strategies for interest-based negotiation, consensus-building, and fair decision-making. Designed for professionals and leaders, this interactive training enhances participants' ability to make inclusive and equitable decisions that align with organizational goals.

Learning Objectives:

• Apply interest-based negotiation techniques to find common ground and mutual benefits.
• Develop strategies for fostering consensus and managing differing perspectives.
• Implement transparent and fair decision-making processes within teams and organizations.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Strengthens team collaboration by ensuring decisions align with collective interests.
• Reduces conflict and enhances trust through transparent decision-making.
• Improves organizational efficiency by fostering inclusive and equitable problem-solving.

Ready to transform your approach to decision-making? Enroll today and start building a more collaborative and trust-driven organization!

Don't miss the full experience! Enroll in the complete Collaborative Leadership 6-Part Series here: https://buttethetrainingplace.coursestorm.com/course/collaborative-leadership-6-part-series

Sustaining collaboration within organizations requires ongoing evaluation and strategic improvements. This course, drawing from "Radical Collaboration" by Jim Tamm and Ronald Luyet and "The Speed of Trust" by Stephen Covey, equips participants with the tools to set collaboration goals, establish key performance indicators (KPIs), and implement continuous improvement strategies. Designed for professionals and leaders, this training ensures long-term collaboration through measurable and sustainable practices.

Learning Objectives:

• Establish clear, measurable collaboration goals and track progress using relevant KPIs.
• Develop strategies for monitoring, evaluating, and improving collaborative efforts.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement through structured feedback and leadership support.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Enhances collaboration effectiveness through measurable goals and data-driven insights.
• Strengthens team performance by fostering a culture of continuous feedback and improvement.
• Improves long-term organizational collaboration through strategic leadership and best practices.

Ready to build a sustainable collaborative culture? Enroll today to gain practical tools for measuring and improving long-term teamwork in your organization!

Don't miss the full experience! Enroll in the complete Collaborative Leadership 6-Part Series here: https://buttethetrainingplace.coursestorm.com/course/collaborative-leadership-6-part-series