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.

*Class Held via Zoom in Spring/In Person in Fall*

Effective leadership is rooted in timeless principles that remain relevant despite technological and societal changes. This course provides a structured approach to mastering the 21 Irrefutable Laws of Leadership, empowering participants to enhance their influence, develop high-performing teams, and drive organizational success.

Learning Objectives:

• Master Essential Leadership Laws: Understand and apply foundational leadership principles to inspire and guide others.
• Strengthen Influence and Trust: Develop strategies to build credibility, foster collaboration, and drive results.
• Enhance Decision-Making and Accountability: Learn how to leverage leadership laws to make sound decisions and cultivate responsibility.
• Develop and Mentor Future Leaders: Gain insights into nurturing talent and passing on leadership skills effectively.

Why This Matters to You:

• Equip Leaders for Long-Term Success: Provide a proven framework for leadership growth and sustainability.
• Improve Team Engagement and Performance: Foster a culture of trust, accountability, and excellence.
• Drive Organizational Growth: Strengthen leadership capabilities to support strategic goals and innovation.

Ready to elevate your leadership impact? Register today!

Trainer Bio: Reanette Etzler is a leadership development expert with extensive experience in coaching, mentoring, and organizational effectiveness. She specializes in guiding professionals to implement leadership principles that inspire growth, collaboration, and long-term success.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

*Class Held via Zoom in Spring/In Person in Fall*

Managing employees comes with challenges, from addressing performance issues to handling workplace misconduct. This training series equips both new and experienced managers with the knowledge and skills needed to navigate personnel issues effectively. Through a combination of lecture and hands-on learning, participants will gain confidence in managing teams and tackling real-world workplace scenarios.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the key responsibilities of an effective manager.
• Learn to address performance issues and employee misconduct appropriately.
• Develop practical problem-solving skills for common workplace challenges.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Strengthen leadership capabilities to improve team performance.
• Reduce risk by ensuring managers handle HR issues correctly.
• Create a more confident and effective management team.

Ready to enhance your management skills? Enroll today and gain the tools to lead with confidence!

Trainer Bio: Ann Wicks is an experienced leadership and management trainer specializing in employee relations and workplace performance. With a background in HR and organizational development, she equips managers with practical skills to navigate complex personnel challenges confidently.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

Efficient fluid and pneumatic systems are essential for maintaining operational performance across various industries. This training, led by a certified Amatrol Systems Advanced Manufacturing instructor, provides a balanced approach to theory and hands-on application. Designed for professionals in manufacturing, engineering, and maintenance, this course equips participants with the skills needed to operate, troubleshoot, and maintain fluid and pneumatic systems effectively.

Learning Objectives:

• Understand the fundamental principles of fluid and pneumatic systems.
• Diagnose and troubleshoot common issues to improve system reliability.
• Perform routine maintenance to optimize performance and prevent failures.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Reduce downtime with effective troubleshooting and maintenance techniques.
• Improve system efficiency and equipment longevity.
• Enhance workforce skills to support advanced manufacturing operations.

Ready to strengthen your expertise in fluid and pneumatic systems? Enroll today and gain practical, industry-relevant skills!

Trainer Bio: John Dahlgren is a certified Amatrol Systems Advanced Manufacturing instructor with over 25 years of industry experience. He specializes in workforce training, advanced manufacturing, and safety programs, including OSHA and lean methodologies.

ETP members contact: etp@butte.edu

Duration: Variable based on organizational needs:

• Initial assessment and strategy session (4 hours)
• Implementation workshops (multiple 3-hour sessions)
• Progress reviews and iteration sessions (2-hour sessions)
• Total timeline typically spans 3-6 months

Successfully adopting AI requires more than just tools—it demands a strategic, organization-wide approach. This customized program guides businesses through the full AI integration process, from initial assessment to full-scale implementation. Working directly with leadership and teams, our expert facilitators develop a tailored roadmap that aligns AI adoption with business objectives, ensures responsible governance, and equips employees with the skills needed to maximize AI’s potential.

Learning Objectives:

• Develop a comprehensive AI strategy aligned with business goals.
• Create a phased implementation roadmap with clear milestones and KPIs.
• Establish governance frameworks for responsible AI use.
• Build and deploy custom AI tools to enhance productivity.

Why This Matters for Your Organization:

• Maximize ROI by implementing AI solutions that drive measurable results.
• Ensure sustainable adoption with a structured, phased approach.
• Empower employees with AI training and innovation opportunities.

Ready to future-proof your organization with AI? Contact us today to develop your custom AI integration plan!

Trainer Bio: Emiliano equips leaders with practical strategies to navigate workplace change, enhance team dynamics, and improve communication. As co-founder of Soligo, an AI-driven learning company, he focuses on using technology to amplify human potential. His engaging, results-driven training creates lasting impact.

Contact us to customize this course for your business!

Call 530.895.9015, email TheTrainingPlace@butte.edu, or sign up below to be contacted.