Tooling U-SME Blog

Using Online Classes to Create Digital Learning Environments: Insights from CTE Instructors

Date: April 21, 2020
Posted by:Chad Schron, Senior Director, Tooling U-SME

Today is the first in a five-part series, and we are pleased to welcome Conrad Mercurius, Coordinator of Advanced Manufacturing Technology from Raritan Valley Community College (RVCC) in Bridgewater, New Jersey. Read More.

Meeting Demand for Skilled Welders Requires New Training Solutions

Date: April 14, 2020
Posted by:Chad Schron, Senior Director, Tooling U-SME

Demand for welders is on the rise. From rebuilding bridges to manufacturing cars, skilled welders are needed to advance the economy. But what happens if there aren’t enough welding experts to do the job?

It’s concerning that the United States will need more than 450,000 welding professionals by 2022, according to the American Welding Society (AWS). Read More.

Facing the COVID-19 Crisis: Problem-Solving is in Manufacturers’ DNA

Date: April 08, 2020
Posted by:Jeannine Kunz, Vice President, Tooling U-SME

This is an unprecedented time in world history, which heavily impacts the manufacturing industry. Yet, at times of national crisis — and through daily challenges — the manufacturing industry has always gotten creative. Problem-solving is in manufacturers’ DNA. Read More.

CTE Support Resources Available

Date: March 20, 2020
Posted by:Chad Schron, Senior Director, Tooling U-SME

Tooling U-SME, the leading provider of online manufacturing training, understands that educators are facing new challenges daily and are being forced to quickly rethink, redesign, and reallocate resources. Due to the recent circumstances, many schools are asking instructors to teach virtually. We understand that moving to online instruction is not like flipping a switch, but we are here to help. Read More.

Find Manufacturing Training Solutions at tuX

Date: March 04, 2020
Posted by:Jeannine Kunz, Vice President, Tooling U-SME

It’s tuXperience time. If you want to learn how to fill your worker pipeline and align your training program to maximize your bottom line (and who doesn’t?), then this event is for you.

We invite you to join us June 1-3, 2020 at the Omni William Penn Hotel and the nearby David L. Lawrence Convention Center in downtown Pittsburgh. This year, we are excited to be back, co-located with SME’s Smart Manufacturing Experience, a timely event focused on Industry 4.0. Read More.

Why Manufacturers are Investing in CNC Machinist Training Programs

Date: February 27, 2020
Posted by:Chad Schron, Senior Director, Tooling U-SME

Does our company need a Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machinist training program? It’s a question facing many manufacturers as they confront a shortage of skilled CNC operators — along with a lack of experienced job candidates. According to the Tooling U-SME Industry Pulse: Manufacturing Workforce Report, approximately two-thirds (59%) of manufacturers are currently looking to hire CNC machinists. Read More.

Increasing the Manufacturing Talent Pipeline with Pre-Apprenticeships

Date: February 13, 2020
Posted by:Conrad Mercurius, Coordinator of Advanced Manufacturing Tech, Raritan Valley Community College

Today we welcome Conrad Mercurius, Coordinator of Advanced Manufacturing Tech at Raritan Valley Community College, who joins us to discuss how to attract young talent to the manufacturing workforce and engage them in exciting careers. Read More.

Part II: Ask These Questions Before Launching an Elearning Program

Date: February 04, 2020
Posted by:Katie Strand, Client Success Manager, Tooling U-SME

Recently, we posted the first installment of our two-part series about the essential questions you should ask before launching an elearning program. This is a subject that stirs up a lot of conversation. Read More.

SME Education Foundation Scholarships Available

Date: January 29, 2020
Posted by:Rob Luce, Vice President, SME Education Foundation

Today we welcome Rob Luce, Vice President of the SME Education Foundation, for insights into the Foundation’s crucial role in addressing the manufacturing skills gap. Read More.

Part I: Ask These Questions Before Launching an Elearning Program

Date: January 21, 2020
Posted by:Katie Strand, Client Success Manager, Tooling U-SME

Leadership has green-lighted a new elearning program, and you are excited to roll it out. You smile thinking about the productivity gains which will lead to cost savings. You know offering this training benefit will motivate your teams and build loyalty. Read More.