Electrical Division at Ranken Technical College

What is industrial controls training or control systems training? Check out Ranken Technical College’s control systems technology program and learn about this exciting field. https://ranken.edu/programs/control-systems-technology

Welcome to the Fall 2023 semester! College is a time to learn, discover, and have fun with friends. We are here to help. If you need assistance check this list for office contact information, https://ranken.edu/contact-us/

When Richard Thyer graduated from high school, he went to SIU for one year and worked at TWA. He was offered a job at Ford on their assembly line and worked there full time for 11 years. When Hazelwood Ford plant closed in 2007, he enrolled in Ranken to pursue a degree in ESDT. He completed this in 2009 after which he began the BSAM program and graduated with his bachelor’s degree in 2012. His younger brother had gone through the ESDT program and encouraged him to do the same, so he and his other brother went together. Richard got a job working full time at Ross & Baruzzini, where he had started to work as an intern in 2008, while going to school full time working on his BSAM degree. During this same time Richard had a side job doing CAD work for Henkel and taught night school CAD classes at Ranken. While working for Ross & Baruzzini Richard designed the American Airlines gate area at Lambert. Richard went to work at Frost Supply as an industrial automation dales person.

In 2019 he joined Schneider Electric as Sales Manager covering seven states in the central US. In 2022 Richard was hired by ICR Resources LLC as Director of Growth and Business Development. In this position he is responsible for acquiring talent, handling key accounts in automotive, aerospace and heavy construction.

“Ranken got me in the door at Ross & Baruzzini and got me started in my second life. Ranken gave me the skills, work ethic, polished my electrical knowledge and taught me CAD which was critical to my early success. As an electrical salesperson I found that most salesmen did not have a solid understanding of the equipment they sold. Being able to have intelligent conversations with customers gave me a huge edge over my competition. I never could have done any of this without my Ranken education.”

Richard went on to say, “I realized that a lot of people who went to a four-year college got nothing out of it but a big debt. Ranken taught me a skill that allowed me to go out and get a job and make money. My BSAM degree helped me to get my job at Snyder, which required a four-year degree, and prepared me for my supervisory position and led me to where I am today at ICR.”

Find your career path at, https://ranken.edu/find-your-career-path/

Do you see people around you changing careers and wonder, "How can I do that? I’m working. When would I have the time to learn a new skill?" Here's how: it’s called LEAP (Learn. Earn. Advance. Prosper.) at Ranken Technical College. Amazing career opportunities exist in the Technical Trades and with just 2 nights a week, you can get the training needed to LEAP into your next career. Hands-on learning, amazing facilities, and affordability are just a few of the many reasons Ranken is the school of choice for working adults. LEAP into Ranken’s evening classes starting May 9th. Visit ranken.edu to get started.

Do you see people around you changing careers and wonder, "How can I do that? I’m working. When would I have the time to learn a new skill?" Here's how: it’s called LEAP (Learn. Earn. Advance. Prosper.) at Ranken Technical College. Amazing career opportunities exist in Electrical and with just 2 nights a week, you can get the training needed to LEAP into your next career. Hands-on learning, amazing facilities, and affordability are just a few of the many reasons Ranken is the school of choice for working adults. LEAP into Ranken’s evening classes starting May 9th. Visit ranken.edu to get started.

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3M is pleased to partner with NC3 to provide scholarships to students interested in pursuing skilled trades careers, especially those students who are from underrepresented populations. These scholarships will encourage and support students to pursue their dreams. Submissions are due by Friday, March 25, 2022, at 5:00 pm CST. for the Skilled Trades - 3M Transformational Scholarship. Please use this link for application information: https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSd5n93UHjgel6ZHGsX0m92MqWa4xxqDVfvCzl5M80cfLB2fXw/viewform

Combine the skills of an electrician with those of an information technology specialist in Ranken’s professional security system training courses. Learn more today about this exciting program. https://ranken.edu/programs/alarm-systems-technology/

Between the high number of job openings, the impressive starting salaries and the great long-term potential, there’s never been a better time to get a vocational degree and enter a technical field. Find your career path at Ranken.
https://ranken.edu/find-your-career-path/

Brian Pohl graduated from Ranken’s Industrial Electricity program in May 1995. He is the Owner and Operator of Affordable Seamless Gutters. Since opening in 2001, Brian explains “We have seen just about every possible problem or unique situation a customer can have with gutters. We have proudly served St. Charles, Lincoln, Warren and St. Louis Counties for 20 years.”

Brian says, “Although I did not follow through with the trade I received a degree in, I learned important skills that I still use today. I feel Ranken laid the foundation for my being the business person I am today. My favorite memories while attending Ranken are the friendships I made with classmates and hanging out with them.” Brian’s nephew, Greg Rich, also attended Ranken. He graduated from the Control Systems Technology program in 2005.

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Merry Christmas! Classes starting soon. January 5, 2022

For the best in electrical training, learn how to become an electrician at Ranken Technical College. Classes start January 5, 2022.

https://ranken.edu/divisions/electrical/

Tri Tech Automation, based in Moscow Mills, MO, is Dedicated to Perfecting American Manufacturing. Tri Tech has generously supported the Ranken West Endowed Scholarship Fund, while fully 33% of their staff are Ranken graduates. In this video, President James Maisel (whose father Darrell is a 1972 Ranken alumnus and Senior Vice President at the company) describes the vital contribution his Ranken staff make. In addition, interviews are conducted with four Ranken alumni currently at Tri Tech: Andrew Gardocki, Jacob Becker, Kyle Waelde, and Jon Willi. All four have associate’s degrees in Electrical Automation Technology and/or Control Systems Technology and talk about their personal Ranken experiences. Their individual journeys are described, along with the positive impact of their education, the practical knowledge of their instructors, and their solid footing in the job market. Andrew tells anyone thinking about enrolling at Ranken Technical College “Don’t hesitate. . .get into it!”

Video Link: https://youtu.be/0KYHNTWjaUE
Learn more at https://ranken.edu/find-your-career-path/
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Tri Tech Automation, based in Moscow Mills, MO, is Dedicated to Perfecting American Manufacturing. In the video link we talk with Jon Willi.

Video link:https://youtu.be/Q2ZltuhSejY
Learn more at https://ranken.edu/find-your-career-path
https://tritechamerica.com

For the best in electrical training, learn how to become an electrician at Ranken Technical College.
https://ranken.edu/divisions/electrical/