Noncredit STEM Offerings at MCC

Advanced Manufacturing/Robotics

Prepare for a career in advanced manufacturing in this robotics training program.  You will receive hands-on experience with mechanical and robotics training with a focus on the life science industry. Training is in partnership with the Massachusetts Life Science Center, Insulet Corporation and MassHire of Lowell Career Center. Upon successful completion you will:

• Be prepared to work in an advanced manufacturing setting with a focus on the life science industry
• Earn an OSHA 10 certificationand a Certified Manufacturing Associate Credential through Tooling-U
• Have the option to interview for Manufacturing Associate and/or Technician open positions with Insulet Corporation, a medical device company based in Acton, MA. Insulet (NASDAQ: PODD) is an innovative medical device company improving the lives of people with diabetes and other conditions through its Omnipod delivery system.

Begins October 2025            9:00am – 2:30pm   
Monday through Thursday
Bedford campus Building TBA
Text Box:  Grant funding available for qualified underemployed or unemployed Massachusetts residents. To apply email Katy at gentilek@middlesex.edu 

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Electronics Technician

The 200-hour hands-on program includes the following training:  Electronics, Solid Works, CAD, J-STD-001 Preparation (hand soldering), LEAN, Quality Systems and OSHA-10.  

Dates and Time TBA  
Bedford Campus    Building TBA    Monday through Friday
Text Box: 

Grant funding available for qualified underemployed or unemployed Massachusetts residents. To apply email Lisa
at tuzzolol@middlesex.edu

 

Business Computer Application Certificate

This certificate course will prepare you for a position in offices where proficiency in software such as Microsoft Office suite is used. These positions include administrative assistant, customer service or data entry. Students will become proficient in computer skills such as file & folder management, system backup, device/printer setup, internet basics, password management along with word processing, spreadsheet, and presentation, and calendar software packages. These tools are commonly used in most work environments today. (24 hours) $330

09/17 – 11/05                   6:00pm – 9:00pm             Wednesday
Online with class meeting time
Course Number: TEC 748 75        CRN: 16128        
Professor:  CAMPION

 

10/06 – 12/01                   6:00pm – 9:00pm             Monday
Bedford Campus               Building: Academic Resource, room 101
Course Number:  TEC 748 30   CRN: 16129           
Professor:  TROCHE

 

10/17 - 12/12              9:00am - 12:00pm         Friday  
Bedford Campus     Building: Academic Resource, room 102
Course Number: TEC 748 30        CRN: 18546       
Professor: KILROY

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Intro to C++ Programming

In this online course through Ed2go, learn how to program the easy way in C++. Introduction to C++ Programming is a project-oriented course. You'll get right to programming in this course—even if you have no prior programming experience! Before you know it, you'll be putting together programs, and you'll see how easy programming really is.    Classes begin monthly.  
(24 hours).  $170. Course is online through Ed2go. 
Not eligible for waivers.  Enrollment and payment are through Ed2go:  

https://www.ed2go.com/mcc/online-courses/c-plus-plus-programming-introduction/

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MS Excel Certificate

From beginning to advanced functions, this course is designed to teach you the features of MS Excel. Upon successful completion you will be able to: create and format a worksheet; create formulas; manipulate and calculate data with advanced formulas, create and modify tables, present data with charts, analyze data using PivotTables, customize data, work with multiple workbooks, import and export data.  Pre-Req: -Students must be proficient with MS Windows & keyboarding in a PC environment.
24 hours  $330

Wednesday nights: October 1 to November 19, 2025
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Bedford campus
Building Academic Resources, room 101
Course Number:  TEC 759 30    CRN: 18213
Professor:  TROCHE

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MS Excel Advanced

Ready to learn MS Excel Advanced functions?  During our class we will cover the following topics. 
Functions: SUMIF; COUNTIF; IF with OR, IF with AND;  VLOOKUP
Data Validation:   Text, dates, currency, values, lists
PivotTables:      Creating, formatting, and refreshing PivotTables
Macros: Creating, editing and designing Marco buttons.

Pre-req:  This is not an intro class. Participants must be proficient with the following functions:  Creating and editing charts; formula auditing, creating and editing named ranges, creating and using styles and tables. Instructor will be using MS Excel 365 via Zoom but participants can have any version installed.

6 hours  $90

November 12 - November 19, 2025
Wednesday
6:00pm - 9:00pm
Online with class meeting time
Course Number:  TEC 761 75        CRN: 18530
Professor:  CAMPION

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Practical Computers - An Intro to PC’s and Windows

This course is an introduction to the computer and computer applications via lecture and hands-on activities. We start with an overview of computer hardware, software, and networks that include the use of Microsoft Windows for running programs, the creation of folders, and file management. We continue with a focus on Microsoft Word, Microsoft Excel, Microsoft PowerPoint, Email, and the Internet. (12 hours) $219 

Friday, September 12 to October 10, 2025
9:00am – 12:00pm
Bedford Campus    Building, Academic Resources, room AR 102
Course Number: TEC 602 30  CRN: 18545
Instructor: KILROY

Generative AI 

Join us for an enlightening two-evening workshop on generative artificial intelligence (AI). Discover how AI tools can enhance and revolutionize both your professional and personal endeavors. This workshop is tailored for tech enthusiasts, business professionals and anyone eager to understand the future of AI and available tools. We’ll simplify the complex principles of generative AI and highlight its diverse applications. Taught by Peter Shea, M.A., Assistant Dean for AI Integration at Middlesex Community College. Instructor Shea has years of experience in tracking AI advancements and is a featured speaker at various education conferences. (5 hours) $99

Course Number: CAR 922 75       CRN: 18460
Wednesday nights
October 22 to October 29, 2025
Online with class meeting times
6:00p- 8:30p
Professor: SHEA

 

Google IT Support Professional Certificate/ Comp TIA A+ Exam - Hybrid

Google's IT Support Professional/CompTIA A+ Certificate is a program that prepares you for entry-level roles in IT support with no experience or degree necessary. Through a dynamic mix of video lectures, quizzes, and hands-on labs and widgets, this program introduces learners to troubleshooting, customer service, networking, operating systems, system administration, and security. The curriculum includes motivating personal stories from Google employees, with unique backgrounds and perspectives, who started their careers in IT support. Upon completion, learners receive a Google IT Support Professional Certificate badge they can display on their LinkedIn profiles.  Class consists of 12-16 hours per week of self-paced online study through a software license and 2 hours of in-class instruction with an IT professional.  Weekly office hours are included for additional support. Not eligible for tuition waivers.  (180 hours).  $2100. The CompTIA A+ exam fee is included in the tuition. Textbooks are a separate fee and not included.

Pre-requisite: A general understanding of Windows client operating systems and experience with Microsoft products and technologies is recommended. Regular access to a Microsoft based PC (MS Windows or MS Edge) is required.

Pay Plan Available

Course Number: TEC 780 33   CRN: 18392
Saturdays
October 4, 2025 to March 28, 2026
10am to 12pm     
Online with class meeting times*
Professor:  BOWEN JR

No class 11/29, 12/27, 1/3

* Class may meet on campus one or two times during the course

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Google Cybersecurity Certificate/CompTIA Security +

Gain essential cybersecurity skills with the Google Cybersecurity Certificate and CompTIA Security +. This course covers security analysis, preventing unauthorized access, programming for security tasks, using SIEM tools, intrusion detection, and packet analysis. Earn a Google Cybersecurity badge upon completion. Training consists of 5+ hours of self-study each week, supported by 2 hours of instruction with an IT professional. Office hours are included for additional support. The CompTIA Security + exam (voucher included) validates your baseline skills in core security functions and is widely recognized in the industry. More jobs use Security + for baseline cybersecurity skills than any other certification in the industry.

Pre-requisite: Participants must have a Google IT Support Professional certificate or Comp TIA A+ certification or equivalent experience. Note: Tuition waivers not applicable. (80 hours). $2700  The Comp TIA Security + exam voucher is included in the cost.

Pay Plan Available 

Course Number: TEC 792 33       CRN: 18538
Wednesday nights
October 29, 2025 to February 4, 2026
Online with set meeting times
5:30p - 7:30p
Professor:  BOWEN JR

No class 11/26, 12/24, 12/31

 

FAA Remote Pilot Certification  Exam Prep

This program will cover the required knowledge content areas of the FAA’s Remote Pilot Testing including: Regulations, The National Airspace System, Weather, Aircraft Loading and Performance, and Flight Operations.  Upon completion, students should feel qualified to take the FAA Remote Pilot Test. 
Practice Questions will also be a key factor of this course. 
A third day is also included that will focus on the safe UAS operations in the field while operating advanced training drones in various exercises.  Course participants will also learn about key safety features of certain models of UAS’s as well as how to develop and follow sound checklist procedures and maintenance protocols. 

Please note: Instructor will use common drones (Mavic or Phantom) on day 3 of the class.  Participants are encouraged to bring their own device.

COURSE OBJECTIVES:

• To prepare attendees with minimal UAS experience for the FAA Remote Pilot Written examination
• To introduce attendees to the current FAA requirements for drone operations as they apply to both private and public entities.
• To Introduce attendees on the current FAA Remote Pilot Regulations
• To introduce both current and potential drone operators of some of the most common safety practices.

Day 1 - FAA Certification Ground School

• Module 0.5: Course Preflight
• Module 1: FAA Part 107 Regulations​
• Module 2: FAA Part 107 Regulations​ & Regulation Updates
• Module 3: VFR Sectionals & National Airspace System​ - Airspace Classes
• Module 3.5: VFR Sectionals & National Airspace System​ - TFRs & Special Use Airspace
• Module 4: VFR Sectionals & National Airspace System​ - VFR Legend
• Module 4.5: VFR Sectionals & National Airspace System​ - VFR Sections
• Module 4.6: VFR Sectionals & National Airspace System​ - Online Airspace Resources

Day 2 - FAA Certification Ground School

• Module 5: Weather Part 1 – Weather Theory​
• Module 6: Weather Part 2 – Weather Reports​ (METARs and TAFs)
• Module 7: Aircraft Loading and Performance​
• Module 8: Flight Operations Part 1​: Airport Runway Markings and Traffic Patterns
• Module 8.5: Flight Operations Part 2​: Aeronautical decision making and flight physiology
• Module 9: Emergency Procedures
• Module 10: Aircraft Maintenance​

Day 3 - Field Training and Test Prep

• Module 11: UAS Safety Mitigation
• Module 12: UAS Prelaunch
• Module 13:  UAS Basic Maneuvers
• Module 14: UAS Advanced Maneuvers
• Module 15: Emergency Procedures

(21 hours) $650

Saturday, August 2, August 9, August 16
9:00am - 4:00pm
Middlesex Community College 
591 Springs Road, Bedford, MA 
Course Number CAR 974 30   CRN 14528
Building: North Academic
Room: NA 217
Instructor: David Price

Enroll by:  July 18, 2025

PRESENTER: David Price – Chief UAS Pilot Greenman-Pedersen, Inc.

David’s background is extensive in aviation higher education.  After working as a corporate pilot in the 1990’s, David’s focus change to aviation safety education.  David was a Professor of Aviation at Daniel Webster College where he developed and delivered curriculum for the College’s internationally accredited flight training program.  David was promoted to the position of Dean of Aviation Sciences at Daniel Webster College where he was responsible for all flight training and safety as well as all related academics for the college’s three aviation degree programs (flight, management, and ATC).

In 2010 David acquired the role of the Dean of Aviation at Bridgewater State University.  During his tenure there, David grew the flight training program from 37 to 142 students (283% increase). Developed the Flight Program’s first Safety Management System (SMS), achieved international academic accreditation, and was able to turn the flight training into a profitable program.

David is an FAA certified Advanced Ground Instructor and Flight Instructor.  In 2006 David was honored as Teacher of the Year by both the American Institute of Aeronautics and Astronautics and the Federal Aviation Administration. David is a graduate of Daniel Webster College with a BS in Aviation Management as well as an MBA.  In 2014 David received the Frank G. Brewer Award from the Civil Air Patrol for Aviation Education Excellence.
In 2016 David became the Chief UAS Pilot for Greenman-Pedersen, Inc. where he oversees all UAS operations which include survey-mapping, structures inspections, thermal imagery and training.