The U.S. Department of Energy forecasts the industry will employ 43,000 people along the East Coast by 2030, and as a result, will create thousands of jobs in southeastern Massachusetts, providing area residents career opportunities in the emerging 21st-century global economy. The U.S. offshore wind industry is emerging in the North Atlantic near the Massachusetts coastline and Bristol Community College is leading the way in workforce development.  

Course Description:

Offshore Wind Orientation will provide a broad introduction to offshore wind as an industry and technical specialization. This 2-day, 4-hour class (8:00 am to 10:00 am) is aimed at those looking to understand more about the sector, with the intention of becoming part of the supply chain, or for satisfying general interest in this emerging industry. Equally, the course aims to provide students with a broad vocabulary of offshore wind and the confidence to engage with offshore wind professionals in a coherent manner. Content will include an overview of offshore wind technology and its increasingly important role in power generation; the process of permitting, site construction and operation; the opportunities for the USA’s emergent offshore wind sector to make its mark globally, and an introduction to those currently leading the development of this burgeoning, global industry.

Learning Objectives:

On successful completion of this module, students will have a good understanding of:

• The energy mix and offshore wind’s role in it
• Where offshore wind developments can be found around the world
• Onshore versus offshore wind – the key differences
• Who is big in offshore wind - ‘developers’ and original equipment manufacturers (OEMs)
• The stages required to bring an offshore wind farm to life
• The stages of an offshore wind farm’s life
• The main components of an offshore wind farm
• The importance of effective operations and maintenance
• Latest perspectives on floating versus fixed structures
• The composition of the offshore wind supply chain, including possible entry points
• The key US stakeholders in offshore wind
• How the US offshore wind sector might develop over the next 10 years
• The skills required to grow an indigenous US offshore wind industry
• Offshore wind terminology, via a glossary of terms

About the Instructor:

Dr Alan Lowdon, Director of Strategic Development for the National Offshore Wind Institute (NOWI) over 30 years’ experience as a practitioner within the international energy and utilities sectors, having held senior positions with international corporations, Rolls Royce Industrial Power, British Gas, Suez, Shell, Mott MacDonald and Jacobs. At Mott MacDonald, Alan was involved in wind resource analyses for the Cape Wind and Fishermen’s Energy offshore wind projects. He has also acted as an advisor to Lake Erie Energy Development Corporation’s offshore wind farm in Cleveland, OH.  

Read full bio: Dr Alan Lowdon Bio 2021

Link to Bristol National Offshore Wind Institute website: http://nowi.org/ 

The U.S. Department of Energy forecasts the industry will employ 43,000 people along the East Coast by 2030, and as a result, will create thousands of jobs in southeastern Massachusetts, providing area residents career opportunities in the emerging 21st-century global economy. The U.S. offshore wind industry is emerging in the North Atlantic near the Massachusetts coastline and Bristol Community College is leading the way in workforce development.   

Course Description:

Onshore Supply to Offshore Wind will provide a basic introduction to the opportunities for land-based organizations interested in entering the offshore wind market. The course will be segmented into three – technical, professional services and ancillary elements.  

Under ‘technical’, suppliers of consumables such as paints, sprays, tapes, ropes, and fasteners represent an important cog in the machine of offshore wind. Similarly, suppliers of sensors, IT systems, instrumentation and control equipment have a tremendous opportunity to diversify traditional business lines and markets and add huge value to the challenges faced by offshore wind. Under this section, the course will also look at the overlap between other safety-critical sectors such as aerospace, oil & gas, automotive, nuclear and defense to raise awareness of the opportunities for transferring products and services into offshore wind, and to build confidence to do so.  

Technical aspects of the course will be complemented by awareness raising around the ‘professional services’ opportunities presented by the sector – legal, financial, intellectual property, consulting and training. Explanations will be given of how professional services providers can engage with the sector and the types of readjustments required by their businesses to do so.   

The final section will cover ‘ancillary’ elements of the offshore wind supply chain that have been shown in other parts of the world to be key to support the growth of the offshore wind sector. This will be of value of owners and operators of hotels, restaurants, cafes, bars, boat yards, taxis, car sales & rental firms, realtors, etc. In short, this section of the course will cover the ‘hygiene factors’ that need to be in place to support i) a growing, transient, dynamic workforce with significant disposable income plus ii) their employers or clients that need to provide a safe, comfortable and pleasant experience to retain staff and service providers.  

Learning Objectives :

• On successful completion of this module, students will understand:  
• The holistic nature of the supporting infrastructure needed by offshore wind.  
• The onshore-based technical, professional, and logistical services components that make up the offshore wind support mechanism.  
• How existing products and services could map onto the needs of the sector.  

The course will also:  

• Stimulate interest in the sector of firms previously unsure of the relevance of it to them and/or how to enter the offshore wind market.  
• Increase the confidence of firms to approach the sector with their offerings.  
• Improve the chances of companies to enter the sector quickly to diversify and grow their businesses.  
• Help to develop local supply chains to support economic development.  

About the Instructor:

Dr Alan Lowdon, Director of Strategic Development for the National Offshore Wind Institute (NOWI) over 30 years’ experience as a practitioner within the international energy and utilities sectors, having held senior positions with international corporations, Rolls Royce Industrial Power, British Gas, Suez, Shell, Mott MacDonald and Jacobs. At Mott MacDonald, Alan was involved in wind resource analyses for the Cape Wind and Fishermen’s Energy offshore wind projects. He has also acted as an advisor to Lake Erie Energy Development Corporation’s offshore wind farm in Cleveland, OH.  

Read full bio: Dr Alan Lowdon Bio 2021

Link to Bristol National Offshore Wind Institute website: http://nowi.org/

                                             FREE NURSING ASSISTANT TRAINING 

Currently taking applications for Fall Classes! 

Free Nursing Assistant class available to Massachusetts residents only. 

Massachusetts Residents Apply Here.

How to Apply: 

• Click on this apply here link , fill out required form 
• Within 3 days of filling out form you will receive an email with a link to upload required documents.
• Submit all required documents, once reviewed and completed program will send you a link to register for available classes. 
• Important Information: This grant will be awarded on a first come first serve basis. To be considered for an award you MUST submit and wait for approval of ALL required pre-requisite forms prior to being awarded a grant funded spot in the program. 

Once you apply (using link above) you will be sent a link to upload required documents.  Be prepared to upload the documents listed: 

• Copy of high school diploma/transcript or GED/HiSet
• Up to date physical form (within a year)
• Immunization record
• Negative Tuberculosis Test
• Proof of Flu vaccine (September to April) 
• Proof of COVID vaccine (must have completed primary series or recent bivalent booster)
• Proof of Massachusetts Residency (Legally issued Massachusetts ID, Utility bill, Credit Card Statement, Lease Agreement or Mortgage statement or Health Insurance Information)

Grant Information

The Baker-Polito Administration Awarded $15 Million in Workforce Training Grants to the Commonwealth’s 15 Community Colleges in support of the creation and expansion of training programs in high-demand industries. This allowed the Massachusetts Association of Community Colleges and Bristol Community College to partner and offer you the opportunity to take this free (with grant approval) 100-hours of Blended training to be become a CNA with flexible course options.  

Addtional questions email: CNA@bristolcc.edu  

Course Information: 

This digital curriculum teaches future nursing assistants the skills needed to succeed in their job, while engaging students. Up to 50% of the program coursework is provided through a digital immersive, story-based curriculum. In conjunction with online theory, students will meet in person with highly qualified instructors in our state approved lab to learn the skills portion of their Nursing Assistant Training, as well as clinical hours in a skilled nursing facility. Online Theory 48 hours, In person Lab/Skills 26 hours and 26 hours clinical. 

With successful course completion, you will receive a Nurse Assistant Training certificate and CPR Certification. Also included, is the MA State NAT Competency Exam in the comfort of the same state approved lab used to teach in-person skills classes. This course also meets the Rhode Island reciprocity / endorsement requirements.

All in person classes take place at the Fall River Campus; 777 Elsbree St. 
Fall River, MA 02720

 C.O.R.I. and S.O.R.I (required)
Students will receive directions on how to submit both the C.O.R.I and S.O.R.I. applications upon registering for class. All students must submit an online C.O.R.I. and S.O.R.I application with a photocopy of your driver’s license.  A positive C.O.R.I. may prevent students from completing the clinical requirement of the program. 

If you are not a Massachusetts resident or do not want to apply for the grant you can email  cna@bristolcc.edu

 COURSE SCHEDULES:

**In person skill dates and clinical dates are mandatory for course completion, students will be required to be doing online coursework on dates not in person, schedule of online coursework is flexible.

** All in person classes are held at Fall River Campus 777 Elsbree St. 

September 5 – October 28, 2023  - Evening Class 

Orientation: September 5th online @ 4:30 p.m.                                

In Person Skill Dates: Tuesday's/ 4:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m.: September 12th, 19th, 26th, October 21st, 22nd, 28th                                        

In Person Clinical Dates: October 21st, 22nd, 28th; 6:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Clinical dates may be subject to change) 

September 6 – October 16, 2023/  Day Class 

Orientation: September 6th 9:00 a.m. online                                   

In Person Skill Dates: Wednesday's 9:00 a.m. - 2:30 p.m.; on September 13th, 20th, 27th, October 4th, 11th                                 

In Person Clinical Dates: October 12th, 13th, 16th; 6:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. (Clinical dates may be subject to change)

October 11 – November 21, 2023/ Day Class 

Orientation: October 11th online at 9:00 a.m.                                    

In Person Skill Dates: Wednesday 9:00 a.m.- 2:30 p.m. on October 18th, 25th November 1st, 8th, 15th                                         

In Person Clinical Dates: November 17th, 20th, 21st                             6:45 a.m-3:00p.m  (dates may be subject to change)

October 16 – November 29, 2023/ Day Class

Orientation: October 16th online at 9:00 a.m. 

In Person Skill Dates: Monday's 9:00AM - 2:30PM on October 23rd,30th, November 6th, 13th, 20th

In Person Clinical Dates: November 27th, 28th, 29th 6:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m (Clinical dates may be subject to change)

October 17 – December 9th,2023/ Evening Class 

Orientation: October 17th online @ 4:30p.m.                                               

In Person Skill Dates:  Tuesday's 4:30 p.m.- 8:30 p.m. on October 24th, November 7th, 14th, 21st, & 28th                             

In Person Clinical Dates: December 2nd,3rd, 9th 6:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m (Clinical dates may be subject to change)

November 13 – December 15, 2023/ Day Class 

Orientation: November 13th online @ 9:00 a.m.                               

In Person Skill Dates: Monday, Tuesday, Thursday;9:00 a.m. - 2:30 a.m. on December 4th, 5th, 7th, 11th, 12th                 

In Person Clinical Dates: December 13th, 14th, 15th; 6:45 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.  (Clinical dates may be subject to change)

 Additional Questions email: CNA@bristolcc.edu

This hands-on workshop will focus on career research, interviews, goal setting, job scams and more. At the end of the six-week session, you will have a resume and a LinkedIn profile.

Days: Wednesdays

Dates: July 19, 26 / August 2, 9, 16, 23

The U.S. Department of Energy forecasts the industry will employ 43,000 people along the East Coast by 2030, and as a result, will create thousands of jobs in southeastern Massachusetts, providing area residents career opportunities in the emerging 21st-century global economy. The U.S. offshore wind industry is emerging in the North Atlantic near the Massachusetts coastline and Bristol Community College is leading the way in workforce development.   

Course Description:

This 2 day, 4-hour (8 am - 10 am) Offshore Wind Operations and Maintenance class will provide an offshore wind-specific introduction to those trained in managing large infrastructure assets in other sectors and, those looking to orient their careers to this aspect of the offshore wind industry. Given the retirement of traditional forms of power generation technology in the Commonwealth, this is particularly apt. The reorientation of core, asset management skills into offshore wind represents a huge opportunity for both the individuals and the sector, as does attracting new talent into the O&M space.  

The course will draw upon Bristol Community College’s experience delivering its established, credit program in offshore wind operation and maintenance. In addition, the course will draw upon the instructor’s experience as an experienced asset management practitioner in the wind sector. The course will explore the key components of an offshore wind farm – surface and sub-sea - that require attention over the asset’s life, highlighting typical degradation mechanisms at play. This ties in nicely with the emergence of a plethora of technologies to improve the accuracy of asset inspections.  

The course will follow the established asset management model of ‘managing the bathtub curve’ – running the asset in, maintaining it in as near an optimal state of performance for as long as possible, then managing the inevitable up-turn in costs associated with performance degradation ahead of decommissioning. These concepts will be familiar with asset/maintenance managers in other sectors and will be an attractive model for those new to the sector to grasp. The content will frame these concepts in an offshore wind context and highlight some of the key O&M techniques, practices and challenges that offshore wind faces. The contribution of O&M to the levelized cost of energy (LCOE) will also be touched upon to underscore the importance of its efficient management.  

One of the key advances in offshore wind operations and maintenance in recent times has been the arrival of embedded digital sophistication to make the wind turbine generator system ‘smart’. This has increased the degree of insight that asset owners and operators have of the performance of their equipment. In turn, this allows optimum interventions to be made of a maintenance variety. It also allows the assets to be operated in a particular manner, with lifecycle performance in mind. The course will provide a broad overview of the impact of digital sophistication on the O&M process and how this can continue to be positively impacted by other safety-critical sectors.  

One aspect that the course will explore in slightly greater depth is the challenge posed by the ‘in-warranty’ versus ‘out-of-warranty’ periods of an asset’s life and how this impacts the O&M processes at play. For new entrants into the offshore wind sector, this level of insight is extremely important to have as soon as is practicable.   

Finally, some coverage will be given to the importance of ‘human factors’ in the efficient delivery of the offshore wind O&M process. In particular, the interplay between sea-borne logistics, ocean states and the ability of offshore wind technicians to perform their duties upon arrival at an offshore wind farm will be discussed.  

About the Instructor:

Dr Alan Lowdon, Director of Strategic Development for the National Offshore Wind Institute (NOWI) over 30 years’ experience as a practitioner within the international energy and utilities sectors, having held senior positions with international corporations, Rolls Royce Industrial Power, British Gas, Suez, Shell, Mott MacDonald and Jacobs. At Mott MacDonald, Alan was involved in wind resource analyses for the Cape Wind and Fishermen’s Energy offshore wind projects. He has also acted as an advisor to Lake Erie Energy Development Corporation’s offshore wind farm in Cleveland, OH.  

Read full bio: Dr Alan Lowdon Bio 2021

Link to Bristol National Offshore Wind Institute website: http://nowi.org/

The Real Estate Sales Exam Prep course is a prerequisite for licensing as a real estate salesperson and approved by the Massachusetts Real Estate Board. This course covers basic brokerage, legal aspects of brokerage, financing, closing, listing, valuation, and everything else you need to know to pass the exam.

*Books are not included and are purchased before class begins from Anjos Realty.  Students will be notified as to how to purchase the book once registered. The cost of the books are $70.00 and can only be paid by check or money order.

Bristol has a long-standing partnership with Anjos Realty Services, a local business in Fairhaven, MA.

About Anjos Realty Services:

Anjos Realty Services has evolved, expanded and grown into the multi-faceted company it is today. At the center of its success is the Real Estate and Real Estate Education Services that John Anjos, the founder, and president of Anjos Realty Services has developed for over forty years. 

John and his associates offer extensive real estate experience as educators, brokers, and investors. Anjos Realty Services provides  students with the practical knowledge and individualized services needed as a homeowner or real estate investor. 

If you’re considering becoming a real estate agent, Anjos Realty Services will help you study for your Massachusetts Real Estate License. 

For more information on the exam and to register for the state exam visit:https://www.mass.gov/orgs/board-of-registration-of-real-estate-brokers-and-salespersons