In addition to in-demand career education, we offer a number of continuing education courses which provide training in specific areas for personal or professional development.

Browse and register for our professional development offerings below.

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**Class Drop Policy: Drops for workshops must be completed before the first day of class. A student who registers for a workshop and fails to attend will not be refunded. If you would like to withdraw from a workshop please sign into your student portal, submit a request, and “Withdrawal from program.” All Withdrawals will be reviewed for processing and refunds may take between 5-15 business days  

Advanced to Intermediate techniques for using Inkscape focuses on devloping a project. The project reinforces basic concepts, shows more advanced operations and solidifies application of the software.  Advanced to Intermediate qualifies you to expand to other software and appy your knowledge as you move into equipment oriented software and 3D CAD modeling. There will be associated Lab time set aside for related projects. 5th Grade and up

Instructor John Zehren 
Monday 12/7/26
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Room 117
iMET Center

Advanced to Intermediate techniques for using Inkscape focuses on devloping a project. The project reinforces basic concepts, shows more advanced operations and solidifies application of the software.  Advanced to Intermediate qualifies you to expand to other software and appy your knowledge as you move into equipment oriented software and 3D CAD modeling. There will be associated Lab time set aside for related projects. 5th Grade and up

Instructor John Zehren 
Tuesday, 12/8/26
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Room 117
iMET Center

** MICROSOFT SCHOLARSHIP **

$199 Workshop Value ~ $150 Pd by Microsoft ~ $49 Participant Cost

In this course, participants create simple AI-powered solutions using guided, plain-language prompts. They construct a functional AI application without prior programming experience. Participants explore methods to transform repetitive tasks into repeatable solutions. They customize prompt structures to solve practical challenges. Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to produce a simple AI application and analyze opportunities to simplify repetitive tasks.

• Bring your Laptop!
• A light breakfast will be served @ 8:30 AM
• Workshop from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
• Instructor: Anthony Orzechowski
• iMET Auditorium, Room 102
• Any Experience Level Welcome -- Don't Forget your Laptop!

** MICROSOFT SCHOLARSHIP **

$199 Workshop Value ~ $150 Pd by Microsoft ~ $49 Participant Cost

In this course, participants explore how to connect AI opportunities to meaningful workplace results. They identify a practical AI use case and evaluate its potential benefits. Participants develop a concise value brief. They practice conveying the value of an AI solution to key decision-makers. Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to evaluate practical AI opportunities, connect AI applications to workplace benefits, and effectively convey the value of an AI-supported solution.

• Bring your Laptop!
• A light breakfast will be served @ 8:30 AM
• Workshop from 9:00 AM - 11:00 AM
• Instructor: Anthony Orzechowski
• iMET Auditorium, Room 102

• Any Experience Level Welcome -- Don't Forget your Laptop!

   

Learn the basics in Inkscape for generating 2D vector graphic images. This is the first step to higher level CAD modeling. There will be associted Lab time set aside for related projects.

5th Grade and up.

Instructor John Zehren 
Monday 10/12/26 

1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Room 117
iMET Center

Learn the basics in Inkscape for generating 2D vector graphic images. This is the first step to higher level CAD modeling. There will be associted Lab time set aside for related projects.

5th Grade and up.

Instructor John Zehren 
Tuesday 10/20/26
1:00 pm - 3:00 pm
Room 117
iMET Center

This course is designed for civilians who wish to meet the training requirements to obtain a
concealed carry license.  This course meets the training requirement specified in Wisconsin
Statute 175.60(4).

504-465E-2KEB
Saturday, 11/7/26
7:30 am - 2:00 pm
Kenosha Campus 
Academic Building 
Room G002

Questions? Contact Jimmie Spino at spinoj@gtc.edu

In this course, participants apply safe practices on knee mills and engine lathes while setting up
and executing basic cuts. They select tools and materials, set workholding, and zero references
for turning, facing, drilling, and milling. Participants plan and machine a standard project
or a personal piece during open shop time. They inspect parts with calipers and gauges and refine
setups for fit and finish. Upon completion of the course, participants will be able to set up,
operate, and troubleshoot manual mills and lathes for simple, accurate parts.

Instructor Matthew Zurawski
420-458E-2EDA
11/16, 11/18, 11/30, 12/2, 12/7, 12/9, 12/14 & 12/16
6:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Elkhorn Campus South Building Room 133/135

This 13-week workshop guides participants through the complete process of building a custom electric guitar — from raw wood to a finished, playable instrument. The course integrates traditional woodworking with modern digital manufacturing, including CNC routing, laser engraving, and 3D printing. Participants will also have the opportunity to earn industry-recognized NC3 certifications in Precision Measurement, 3D Printing, and Laser Engraving.

7th grade and up.

Instructor, John Zehren
Mondays & Thursdays - 5:30PM to 8:00PM
Room 117A
iMET Center

Intermediate techniques for using Inscape. This workshop reinforces basic concepts and shows more advanced operations.  Intermediate is an important step to higher level CAD modeling. There will be associted Lab time set aside for related projects. 5th Grade and up

Instructor John Zehren 
Monday 11/16/26
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Room 117
iMET Center

Intermediate techniques for using Inkscape. This workshop reinforces basic concepts and shows more advanced operations.  Intermediate is an important step to higher level CAD modeling. There will be associated Lab time set aside for related projects. 5th Grade and up

Instructor John Zehren 
Tuesday 11/17/26
1:30 pm - 3:30 pm
Room 117
iMET Center

KIT Guitar build involves using a purchased guitar kit, which has everything you need to make an electric guitar. This workshop runs September 22nd, through December 9th. You build a guitar from a pre-purchased kit. Each week there will be two and a half hour sessions, and corresponding Open Lab time for follow up. Sessions will cover the different steps involved with customizing and assembling an electric guitar. The Workshop will provide demonstrations to give you an opportunity to experience working on the different parts, like neck, fretboard, wiring and body. The workshop will showcase how you can employ digital manufacturing like 3D printing, laser, and CNC to customize or build your own parts.

10 session Workshop for customizing and building an electric guitar from a kit. 8th grade and up.

Instructor, John Zehren
Tuesdays - 5:30PM to 8:00PM
Room 117A
iMET Center

This 12-week course is designed to introduce participants to the essentials of Lean Operations. Lean training is one of the most valuable skills in business today. Businesses of all types are utilizing lean principles as the primary continuous improvement methodology. Lean changes businesses through techniques that create proven results that translate directly to the bottom-line. Blending on-line instruction with online modules, and a work project with 3 hours of individual coaching within three month's after course completion.

Instructor Rick Lofy
623-812E-2WDG
9/14/26 - 11/30/26

lofyr@gtc.edu

This 12-week course is designed to certify participants with Lean Six Sigma Green Belt credentials. Lean Six Sigma is the standard for world-class quality based on continuous improvement through identifying and eliminating waste. Blending on-line instruction with online modules and a work project with 6 hours of individual coaching within three months of course completion. The first half of this course (623-497) is comprised of Lean enterprise and Six Sigma organizational structure, and the elements of define and measure in the DMAIC process. The second half of the course (623-498) will cover the Analyze, Improve, and Control elements of the DMAIC Process with report outs of individual workplace improvement projects.

Corequisite: You must be registered in both the Part A (623-497) and Part B (623-498) courses to participate.

Instructor Rick Lofy
623-497E-2WDG
9/14/26 - 11/30/26