LAKESHORE COLLEGE
SEMINARS & CONTINUING EDUCATION
Develop, improve, and advance the skills of your workforce.
January – April 2026
Lakeshore College Business & Community Solutions
Workforce Solutions (WFS) is the connection between your business and industry and Lakeshore College’s resources.
BUSINESS SERVICES WE OFFER
PROFESSIONAL DEVELOPMENT SEMINARS: Open enrollment educational opportunities that span many areas including, but not limited to, manufacturing safety and skills, healthcare, leadership, technology, and industry specific credentials.
Tiffany Gates, Inside Sales Specialist | tiffany.gates@lakeshore.edu
CONTRACT TRAINING: Providing customized, dedicated training for local partners at their location or at Lakeshore’s fully equipped facilities.
Alexandrea Auch, Training Director | alexandrea.auch@lakeshore.edu
Tammy Beringer, Training Director | tammy.beringer@lakeshore.edu
TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE: Ability to offer hands-on technical support when it comes to helping you improve your processes. Examples include welder testing and certification (Lakeshore is an American Welding Society Accredited Test Facility), respirator safety and FIT testing for local healthcare facilities, and developing digital curricula for a factory’s machine operators.
Alexandrea Auch, Training Director | alexandrea.auch@lakeshore.edu
Tammy Beringer, Training Director | tammy.beringer@lakeshore.edu
FACILITIES RENTAL: Hold your meeting or event on our beautiful, accommodating campus by renting a classroom, conference room, auditorium, or other popular campus space. workforce.solutions@lakeshore.edu
For more information or specific questions regarding WFS, please contact: Lucas Dulmes, Associate Dean of Economic Development | lucas.dulmes@lakeshore.edu
AI Basics: What Every Business Professional Should Know
This beginner-level workshop introduces participants to artificial intelligence in a clear, non-technical way. It explains what AI is, how it is used in everyday business, and addresses common misconceptions. Participants will explore practical examples of AI applications that support rather than replace human roles. By the end of the session, they will have the confidence to discuss AI and consider where it might benefit their own work.
• Understanding what AI is and is not
• Common misconceptions and simple explanations
• Where AI is already used in business
• Ways AI can support current roles
• How to begin exploring AI with confidence
Jan 19 Mon
25341
8 am –12 pm
Nathan Taylor $195
Using AI to Improve Business Performance
This course focuses on how AI can enhance business operations, marketing, customer service, and decision-making. Participants will learn how automation can streamline workflows, reduce repetitive tasks, and improve accuracy. The session includes strategies for using AI to support planning, forecasting, and overall business efficiency. By the conclusion, attendees will be able to identify opportunities where AI can create value within their own organization.
• Using AI to support business functions
• Reducing repetitive tasks and improving accuracy
• Improving decision-making with AI tools
• Understanding data use and ethical issues
• Choosing the right opportunities for AI
Feb 9 Mon 8 am –12 pm
25344 Nathan Taylor $195
Powered Industrial Truck Train-the-Trainer
Forklift experience is highly recommended before taking this class that will certify you as a trainer (not an operator). We will discuss and review the following:
• OSHA’s PIT training regulations, case studies, and reference materials
• Forklift safety regulations
• Training methods for adult learners in the classroom
Feb 17 Tues 8 am –4:30 pm
22756 Cap Baxter $410
Powered Industrial Truck Train-the-Trainer Refresher
This class is recommended every three years for those that have successfully completed the initial Powered Industrial Truck Train-the-Trainer class. Changes to PIT standards will be shared with you, along with a review of applicable standard interpretations and training tools. You will have the opportunity to discuss challenges or questions you may have encountered within your organization’s training program.
Feb 17 Tues 12:30 –4:30 pm
22755 Cap Baxter $189
Storage Tank Remover Cleaner
Department of Agriculture, Trade and Consumer Protection requirements for the proper removal, cleaning, and closure of storage tanks will be addressed. Note: Bring a check for $35 made payable to WDATCP to cover the application and exam fee not included in your registration fee. Topics include:
• Notification procedures
• Tank removal
• Site inspection
• Correct handling & disposal of the tank, waste, and containment soils
March 2 Mon 8 am –4:30 pm
22750 Randy Shervey $395
Aboveground Storage Tank Installer
Aboveground Storage Tank (AST) installers will learn about regulations, consensus codes, recommended practices, plan preparations, and submittal procedures as they pertain to ASTs. Site preparation, tank handling, testing, leak-detection systems, secondary containment systems, and overfill protection are also covered. Note: Bring a check for $35 payable to WDATCP to cover the application and exam fee not included in your registration fee.
March 3–4 Tues–Wed 8 am–4:30 pm
22751 Randy Shervey $395
Underground Storage Tank Installer
Underground Storage Tank (UST) installers will learn about regulations, consensus codes, recommended practices, plan preparations, and submittal procedures as they pertain to USTs. Site evacuation practices, tank handling, testing, leak-detection systems, corrosion protection, and overfill protection are also covered. Note: Bring a check for $35 payable to WDATCP to cover the application and exam fee not included in your registration fee.
March 5–6 Thur–Fri 8 am–4:30 pm
22752 Randy Shervey $395
AI For Trades and Manufacturing
This course focuses on how AI can enhance business operations, marketing, customer service, and decision-making. Participants will learn how automation can streamline workflows, reduce repetitive tasks, and improve accuracy. The session includes strategies for using AI to support planning, forecasting, and overall business efficiency. By the conclusion, attendees will be able to identify opportunities where AI can create value within their own organization.
• Using AI to support business functions
• Reducing repetitive tasks and improving accuracy
• Improving decision-making with AI tools
• Understanding data use and ethical issues
• Choosing the right opportunities for AI
March 9 Mon 8 am –12 pm 25346 Nathan Taylor $195
Microsoft Excel Intro (3-hour class)
Designed for those who are new to Excel. Explore the basics of spreadsheets and entering data while becoming comfortable with the user interface. Learn about time-saving tools which can help you create and use your spreadsheets productively. Topics covered:
• Using functions, formulas, and conditional formatting
• Formatting numbers & text
• Making your data stand out by using styles
• Creating charts to improve the presentation of your data
• How to keep your worksheets consistent with templates
March 13 Fri 8:30 – 11:30 am
24941 Jon Swanson $75
OSHA Outreach 10-Hour for General Industry
As an entry-level worker, you are required to learn about workplace safety and health hazards specifically for the general industry. You will receive your Department of Labor card upon successful completion of this course where you’ll learn about OSHA and:
• Hazard recognition
• Avoidance
• Abatement
• Prevention
• Employer responsibilities
• Worker rights
March 18–19
Wed-Thurs 8 am –3:30 pm /8 am – N ooN
22759 Cap Baxter $345
OSHA Outreach 30-Hour for General Industry
This course was specifically developed for safety coordinators, supervisors, management, and anyone in a leadership role in general industry where they may have safety responsibilities. You will learn how the provisions of the Occupational Safety and Health Act (OSH Act) must be implemented in the workplace not only to achieve OSHA compliance, but to achieve quality expectations of business partners. Department of Labor cards will be provided upon successful completion of this course where you will learn about OSHA and:
• Hazard recognition & prevention
• Avoidance & abatement
• Safety management
• Employer responsibilities
• Worker rights
April 6–9
Mon–Thur 8 am–4:30 pm
22760 Cap Baxter $745
Electrical Troubleshooting Fundamentals
This course is designed for the industrial electrician who is responsible for maintenance and repair of the automated equipment of today. Topics covered include electrical symbols, electrical circuits, circuit design, wiring, using a Volt/Ohm meter, troubleshooting, and testing a motor. Completion of course is valid towards 16 hours of CEU credits for DSPS Electrician licenses.
April 16–17 Thurs–Fri 8 am –4:30 pm 22753 Andy Thelen $475
Microsoft Excel Intermediate (3-hour class)
If you’re comfortable with the basic functionality of Excel and ready to take on some of its intermediate level functions, this course is an ideal fit for you. Topics include:
• Elevating your mastery of lists & functions
• Importing, exporting, and validating data
• Working with pivot tables, tools, and large sets of data
April 17 Fri 8:30 – 11:30 am 249427 Jon Swanson $75
Electrical Troubleshooting Advanced
This course is designed for the industrial electrician who is responsible for maintenance and repair of the automated equipment of today. Topics covered include wiring, design and troubleshooting 3 levels of safety circuits; 525 Frequency Drives-wiring, setting parameters and installing; and power distribution: transformers and 3-phase motor starters. Completion of course is valid towards 15 hours of CEU credits for DSPS Electrician licenses.
April 23–24
Thurs–Fri
8 am –4:30 pm
22754 Andy Thelen $475
Robotic Mechanical Maintenance
This course is designed for industrial maintenance professionals who repair and maintain robots. The course will discuss robot safety, robot equipment and theory of operation, periodic maintenance and backlash inspections, robot disassembly and reassembly, axis drive replacement, and re-mastering the robot when work is completed. Laboratory experiences will include the disassembly, inspection, reassembly and lubrication of Fanuc M-10, M-6 and M-710 robots, including re-mastering when reassembled.
May 4–6
22757
Mon–Wed
8 am –4:30 pm
Brenden Olds $755
Robotic Electrical Maintenance
This course is designed for industrial maintenance professionals who troubleshoot and repair Fanuc Robots, this training discusses the robot’s electrical control components: the components function, their relationship to other control components, and how to troubleshoot faults and problems with the system. Laboratory experiences include electrical troubleshooting using fault codes, troubleshooting by symptom, file manipulation and backup, setting up Digital I/O, and Fanuc DCS safety software.
May 18–20
Mon–Wed
8 am –4:30 pm
22758 Brenden Olds $755 Electrical
Microsoft Advanced (3-hour class)
Designed for those who are ready and want to perform advanced data analysis. More complex functions covered include:
• Auditing worksheets & workbooks
• Protecting your work
• Conditional look-up & text based functions
• Automating repetitive tasks with macros & mastering “What if” tools
May 22 Fri 8:30 – 11:30 am
24943 Jon Swanson $75
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