Johnson College

Johnson College has been awarded a $100,000 matching grant from the Appalachian Regional Commission (ARC). The grant benefits the Training Equipment Purchase Project for the College’s Heating, Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Program and its Center for Sustainability.

ARC is a regional economic development agency that represents a partnership of federal, state, and local government. Established by an act of Congress in 1965, ARC is composed of the governors of the thirteen Appalachian states and a federal co-chair, who is appointed by the President. Local participation is provided through multi-county local development districts. ARC awards grants to projects that address one or more of the four goals identified by ARC in its strategic plan and that can demonstrate measurable results.

The ARC funding is designated for the purchase of equipment in order to prepare students for the great employment demand for HVAC Technicians and Certificate of Completion Programs under the Center for Sustainability at Johnson College.

Johnson College teaches technical skills through exposure to real world applications and equipment. These equipment purchases will enable students to receive the most current training available and enhance their learning experience and employment skills. HVAC students will continue to learn heating and cooling principles and skills on the latest various makes and models of equipment and components actually found in the industry. The Center of Sustainability at Johnson College will continue to offer training on state-of-the-art equipment at its Welding Training Center for individuals seeking opportunities in the Natural Gas Industry. In the near future, the Center will also be developing programming to address the burgeoning renewable energy field.

A team of representatives from ARC, the Department of Community and Economic Development (DCED), and NEPA Alliance recently visited Johnson College to tour the HVAC facility and to meet with the College staff to discuss the Training Equipment Purchase Project.
From left to right (Bottom): Adam Turner, HVAC Department Chairperson; Dr. Ann L. Pipinski, President and CEO; Earl Gohl, ARC Federal Co-Chair
From left to right (Stairs): Jeffrey Box, NEPA Alliance CEO; Dominick Carachilo, Vice President of Academic Affairs; Doug Hampton, Sustainability Curriculum Liaison to Faculty & Biomedical Equipment Technology Department Chairperson; Rick Fornes ‘94, Electronic Technology Department Chairperson; Jeffrey Novak, Chief Financial Officer; Marie Allison, Director of Continuing Education; Shirley Helbing, Director Program & Institutional Research; Jackie Parker, DCED Deputy Secretary Community Affairs; Roseann Martinetti, Associate Director of Career Services; Katie Leonard, Director of Institutional Advancement

Article Series:
Center for Sustainability at Johnson College
Part 4 – UPDATE

The Center for Sustainability at Johnson College’s day-long Capstone Seminar scheduled for Saturday, November 13, 2010 has been cancelled due to registration conflicts. The College apologizes for any inconvenience.

For more information about the Fall Lecture Series, please contact Liz Brobst, Program Coordinator, at 570-702-8954 or lbrobst@johnson.edu.

To keep up-to-date with the Center for Sustainability at Johnson College, visit www.johnson.edu.

Center for Sustainability at Johnson College Article Series:
* Part 1 – Johnson College Announces Center for Sustainability
* Part 2 – Weatherization Training Prospers at Johnson College
* Part 3 – Center for Sustainability Announces Lecture Series
* Part 4 – Lecture Series Capstone Scheduled
* Part 4 UPDATE – Lecture Series Capstone Cancelled

The Fall 2010 Edition of The Johnsonian is here!

Click the image above for the latest news from Johnson College!

In This Issue:
• Center for Sustainability Welcomes Welding
• Spirit of Giving Reception
• Orientation and Welcome Week
• Alumni News
• Johnson College in the Community

You’re invited!

The Center for Sustainability
at Johnson College’s
Fall Lecture Series Capstone Seminar
is Saturday, November 13, 2010!

Event Details:
• We’re going to show you how to go green and save green!
• Presentations will focus on energy efficiency, renewable energy, and natural gas. Hear from local experts!
• Live demonstrations of solar panels and blower doors will take place. See them in action!
• Raffles will happen throughout the event. Win exciting prizes!
• The seminar will take place on Saturday, November 13, 2010 from 9am-4pm. Click here to access the day’s agenda.
• Cost is $20 per person or $15 for Johnson College Alumni. Click here to find out how to register!

Johnson College is currently accepting registrations for its Diesel & Heavy Duty Equipment Preventative Maintenance Technician Training.

This 400-hour training will provide the participant with the skills necessary to perform preventative maintenance on diesel trucks and heavy duty equipment as well as troubleshoot and repair external combustions. Jobs can be found as entry level maintenance mechanics.

Classes start on Tuesday, November 30, 2010. Tuition is $4,750 per person, which includes textbooks. Required tooling costs are $1,250. Further details can be found on the Johnson College website at http://www.johnson.edu/conted/training.html.

To enroll, please contact Marie Allison, Director of Continuing Education, at 570-702-8924 or mallison@johnson.edu.

Article Series:
Center for Sustainability at Johnson College
Part 4

The Center for Sustainability at Johnson College recently began the first phase of its Fall Lecture Series. It includes three free information sessions presented by the “Queen of Green” – Lisa Alexander. Details on these lectures can be obtained here: Center for Sustainability Announces Lecture Series.

The Center is now pleased to announce the second phase of the Fall Lecture Series. Homeowners and building professionals are invited to attend the Capstone Seminar, a special, day-long event. The event includes multiple presentations that will provide in-depth looks at important themes of sustainability.

In addition to the presentations, two live demonstrations will take place. Participants will learn firsthand about the operation of solar panels and blower doors.

Participants are not required to attend any of the information sessions in order to take part in this capstone event.

Saturday, November 13, 2010
Fall Lecture Series: Capstone Seminar
9:00 a.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Presentations will center on energy efficiency, renewable energy, and natural gas.
Live demonstrations of solar panels and blower doors.
Cost: $20 per person; $15 for Johnson College Alumni

This capstone event will take place in Johnson College’s Moffat Building. The College’s campus is located at 3427 North Main Avenue in Scranton, which is off exit 190 on I-81.

For more information about the Fall Lecture Series and registration, please contact Liz Brobst, Program Coordinator, at 570-702-8954 or lbrobst@johnson.edu. Also, registration forms and the day’s agenda could be found at www.johnson.edu.

To keep up-to-date with the Center for Sustainability at Johnson College, visit www.johnson.edu.

Center for Sustainability at Johnson College Article Series:
* Part 1 – Johnson College Announces Center for Sustainability
* Part 2 – Weatherization Training Prospers at Johnson College
* Part 3 – Center for Sustainability Announces Lecture Series
* Part 4 – Lecture Series Capstone Scheduled
* Part 4 UPDATE – Lecture Series Capstone Cancelled

Article Series:
Center for Sustainability at Johnson College
Part 3

The Center for Sustainability at Johnson College is pleased to announce the first phase of its Fall Lecture Series. The Center is offering this series to the public in order to promote a regional understanding and application of green and sustainable energy concepts. Building professionals and homeowners are invited to attend.

The first aspect of the Fall Lecture Series includes three information sessions to help people go green and save green. These sessions are being offered free of charge as a special gift to the community.

Lisa Alexander – the “Queen of Green” – will present all three lectures. Ms. Alexander, a member of the Center for Sustainability’s Program Advisory Committee, is an authority on sustainable living and green building. She is a LEED AP (Leadership in Energy & Environmental Design Accredited Professional by the United States Green Building Council), Certified EcoBroker & Ecosociate, Green Living Expert, Corporate Sustainability Officer, and Sustainable Green Building Consultant. Learn more about Ms. Alexander by visiting www.lisaalexander.com/.

Participants may attend any or all information sessions:

Tuesday, October 19, 2010
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Conserving Energy, Water and Money
Cost: Free

Tuesday, October 26, 2010
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Building Envelope (Foundations, Insulation & How to Cut Your Costs)
Cost: Free

Tuesday, November 2, 2010
6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Green & Healthy Building Products
Cost: Free

All lectures will take place in Johnson College’s Moffat Building Cafeteria. The College’s campus is located at 3427 North Main Avenue in Scranton, which is off exit 190 on I-81.

The second phase of the Fall Lecture Series will consist of a capstone event on Saturday, November 13, 2010. Workshops and a sustainability expo will be the event’s focus. Details will follow as the event nears.

For more information about the Fall Lecture Series, please contact Liz Brobst, Program Coordinator, at 570-702-8954 or lbrobst@johnson.edu. Details can also be obtained at www.johnson.edu.

To keep up-to-date with the Center for Sustainability at Johnson College, visit www.johnson.edu.

Center for Sustainability at Johnson College Article Series:
* Part 1 – Johnson College Announces Center for Sustainability
* Part 2 – Weatherization Training Prospers at Johnson College
* Part 3 – Center for Sustainability Announces Lecture Series
* Part 4 – Lecture Series Capstone Scheduled
* Part 4 UPDATE – Lecture Series Capstone Cancelled

Members of the Center for Sustainability at Johnson College’s Program Advisory Committee
From left to right (Back Row): Larry Armanda, Therma-View Infrared & Energy Consultants; Steve Adams, Community Leader; William Fitch, Metrocast; Ed Zygmunt ‘74, Office of Representative Christopher P. Carney; Doug Hampton, Johnson College; Lisa Alexander, Green Life Inc.; Michael Narcavage, Chesapeake Appalachia, LLC; Frank Kilyanek Jr., Postler & Jaeckle Corp.; Dominick Carachilo ’82, Johnson College
From left to right (Front Row): Virginia Turano, Lackawanna County WIB; Katie Leonard, Johnson College; Michele Sands, SEEDS; Marie Allison, Johnson College

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Johnson College’s Welding Training Center

We’d like to thank those who attended the
Welding Training Center Open House on Wednesday, August 4, 2010.

Please check out the slideshow below to see some highlights from the event!

For more information about the Welding Training Center,
check out our website at www.johnson.edu/
or contact Marie Allison, Director of Continuing Education,
at 570-702-8924 or mallison@johnson.edu.

Johnson College’s Welding Training Center Article Series:
* Welding Training Returns To Johnson College
* Welding Training Center Open House Highlights
* Welding Courses Scheduled

Article Series:
Johnson College’s Welding Training Center

As the Center for Sustainability at Johnson College evolves, one of the newest endeavors under this initiative is the opening of the Welding Training Center.

Johnson College has continually taken a lead role in regional economic development and community partnerships by developing programs that complement business trends and train students for high-demand occupations. The Center for Sustainability focuses on programming that provides industry-driven curriculum pertaining to a regional understanding and application of green and sustainable concepts.

Currently, a significant business trend focuses on the natural gas industry. While the development of natural gas from the Pennsylvania Marcellus Shale is in its earliest phase, the demand for a skilled workforce is already rapidly expanding. Johnson College’s Welding Training Center now provides training to serve the natural gas industry.

In 2002, after thirty-three years, Johnson College suspended its respected Welding Program due to declining enrollment. Recently, the need to bring welding training back to the College became apparent to Marie Allison, Director of Continuing Education.

“At this time, there is an increased demand for welders due to the natural gas industry. Johnson College, given its reputation and history with welding education, has the chance to make a difference in the lives of job seekers,” explains Ms. Allison. “Our Welding Training Center strives to equip individuals with the skills necessary to obtain entry-level positions as welders for the gas industry.”

Classes are underway at Johnson College’s Welding Training Center. Welding is the process of joining separate pieces of metal in a metallic bond and can be performed under a number of conditions by using a variety of methods. The courses presently offered include Basic Cutting & Welding for Pressure Pipelines and Pipe Welding. Applications are now being accepted. Day and evening classes are available.

The Welding Training Center also provides booth rentals as well as customized job training. Welding instructor Jeff Roughgarden states, “Our training doesn’t only benefit those who wish to find careers in the natural gas industry. Jobs for individuals with entry-level welding skills can be found across multiple industry sectors.”

Johnson College will be holding an Open House for its Welding Training Center on Wednesday, August 4, 2010. Doors will open at 3:30 p.m. and formal remarks commence at 4:00 p.m. The Welding Training Center is located at 2001 Rosanna Avenue, Unit A, in Scranton. Prospective students, employers, and the general public are welcome to attend. The Open House will feature information about classes, a tour of the facilities, and the chance to speak with representatives from the College. Individuals can RSVP for the Open House by calling Cathy Beckage, Continuing Education Assistant, at 570-702-8979 or cbeckage@johnson.edu.

Johnson College’s Welding Training Center will be further highlighted in the coming weeks. For more information at this time, please visit www.johnson.edu or contact Ms. Allison at 570-702-8924 or mallison@johnson.edu.

Johnson College’s Welding Training Center Article Series:
* Welding Training Returns To Johnson College
* Welding Training Center Open House Highlights
* Welding Courses Scheduled

Johnson College welding instructor Jeff Roughgarden demonstrates pipe welding.

Article Series:
Center for Sustainability at Johnson College
Part 2

One of the current initiatives of the Center for Sustainability at Johnson College is weatherization training.

In October 2009, Governor Edward G. Rendell devoted $1.1 million in American Recovery and Reinvestment Act (ARRA) funds to the development of a weatherization workforce in Pennsylvania.

The investment would allow more than 1,000 Pennsylvanians to pursue weatherization career pathways. A statement from Governor Rendell’s office, explained, “The awards and training are part of a joint effort by the departments of Labor & Industry and Community and Economic Development to enhance a Weatherization Assistance Program (WAP) that will provide training and career-focused employment to Pennsylvania’s workforce, create green jobs, improve residential energy efficiency and speed the commonwealth’s economic recovery.”
Six grant recipients were chosen to become certified weatherization training providers. These providers now help identify, train and certify workers to complete high-quality energy reduction, conservation and weatherization activities in approximately 29,000 single- and multi-family homes across Pennsylvania. As one of the grant recipients, Johnson College was awarded $132,000 to provide this specialized training.

Johnson College is currently one of only seven weatherization training providers in the state. The College offers certified weatherization training to individuals living in Bradford, Lackawanna, Luzerne, Monroe, Pike, Sullivan, Susquehanna, Tioga, Wayne, and Wyoming counties.

Weatherization focuses on making homes more energy efficient, maximizing energy and minimizing costs. Weatherization procedures include, but are not limited to, window and door replacement, weather stripping, attic insulation, and heating and cooling equipment repair and replacement.

The training that Johnson College is providing is the first of its kind in Northeastern Pennsylvania. All training takes place at Simplex Industries in Scranton. Simplex, a leader in modular home production, is a strong advocate of green building practices.

Currently, students can receive certification as Installers, Crew Chiefs, and Auditors. Under supervision, Weatherization Installers install weatherization materials and repair home items that relate to energy efficiency. Weatherization Crew Chiefs provide supervision for a weatherization crew. Weatherization Auditors perform energy audits on homes to determine weatherization measures and home repairs required to improve energy efficiency.

Johnson College’s weatherization training courses began in February 2010. Since that time, Johnson College has fully trained and certified 41 students as Installers. 35 additional students are currently enrolled in the training and are on the path to becoming certified Installers, Crew Chiefs, or Auditors.

“Weatherization training is becoming an integral part of Johnson College and its Continuing Education department. This is an emerging industry and we are excited about the prospect of training individuals for new jobs in such a difficult economy,” stated Marie Allison, Johnson College’s Director of Continuing Education.

Prospective weatherization students can contact their nearest PA CareerLink® office for enrollment information. Visit http://www.pacareerlink.state.pa.us for details.

A website for the Center for Sustainability at Johnson College will be available soon. Until then, visit www.johnson.edu for updates.

Center for Sustainability at Johnson College Article Series:
* Part 1 – Johnson College Announces Center for Sustainability
* Part 2 – Weatherization Training Prospers at Johnson College
* Part 3 – Center for Sustainability Announces Lecture Series
* Part 4 – Lecture Series Capstone Scheduled
* Part 4 UPDATE – Lecture Series Capstone Cancelled

Be sure to check out the ‘Center for Sustainability at Johnson College: Weatherization’ video:

From left to right: Dominick Carachilo ‘82, Vice President of Academic Affairs, Johnson College; Paul Caruso, Vice President of Operations, Simplex Industries, Inc.; Marie Allison, Director of Continuing Education, Johnson College; David Pistner, Weatherization Training Director, PA Department of Labor & Industry; David Boniello ‘84, Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Simplex Industries, Inc.

Recent graduates of Johnson College’s Weatherization Tactics class (April 12 – 15, 2010).
From left to right (Back Row): Mike Stanley, Scranton; Vince Verrone, Scranton; Jeremy Dabulewicz, Montrose; Robert Patricio, Swoyersville; Harry Mincer, Montrose; Ed Balada, Montrose
From left to right (Front Row): Anthony Kissolovege, Scranton; Bill Mullen, Scranton;  Joe Strong, Scranton; Nicole Conrad, Montrose; Donald Clune, Waymart, PA
Missing from Photo: James Dougher, Jr., Scranton