Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW/MIG)

Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus 173 Skirmisher Lane, Middletown, VA, United States

This class will focus on gas metal arc welding, commonly known as MIG welding. Learning with carbon steel and .045 wire, students will learn from industry professionals proper welding techniques and disciplines.  MIG welding will be practiced using three positions, flat (1G), horizontal (2G), and vertical (3G).  An emphasis will be placed on welding and […]

CDL-A Weekday Class

Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus 173 Skirmisher Lane, Middletown, VA, United States

With a national driver shortage of more than 200,000, trucking companies are hiring! Local, regional, and over-the-road companies are calling Laurel Ridge for their CDL graduates and most students have job offers before they graduate! Professional training and job placement assistance are available to students. Our instructors have many years’ experience in trucking, with many […]

Mechatronics: Fundamentals of Mechanical Systems

Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus 173 Skirmisher Lane, Middletown, VA, United States

The driving force behind most industrial applications is Mechanical Systems. Gears, drives, bearings, pulleys, and more are found in nearly everything that moves. The Mechanical Systems course covers the installation, use, maintenance, and troubleshooting of mechanical drive components and systems. Class time is based on practical, hands-on tasks to build know-how in operating and maintaining […]

CDL-A Weekend Class

Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus 173 Skirmisher Lane, Middletown, VA, United States

With a national driver shortage of more than 200,000, trucking companies are hiring! Local, regional, and over-the-road companies are calling Laurel Ridge for their CDL graduates and most students have job offers before they graduate! Professional training and job placement assistance are available to students. Our instructors have many years’ experience in trucking, with many […]

CompTIA A+ Prep and Certification

Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus 173 Skirmisher Lane, Middletown, VA, United States

In this course, we will cover both the Core 1 and Core 2 exam objectives. With this highly interactive course, you will learn the IT essentials needed to successfully pass the CompTIA A+ Certification Exam. Your first module (220-1101) will concentrate on PC hardware and peripherals, mobile device hardware, and learning how to troubleshoot hardware […]

Mechanical Schematics Drawing and Reading

Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus 173 Skirmisher Lane, Middletown, VA, United States

This class will help the maintenance technician interpret basic shop drawings including: mechanical, part prints, electrical, architectural, and what a print spells out. The course also covers conventional symbols such as electrical, hydraulic, and pneumatics.   This class is a prerequisite to the Metal Machining Lathe/Milling course.

Trades Open House

Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus 173 Skirmisher Lane, Middletown, VA, United States

This FREE information session is an open house-style event that will introduce you to a variety of trades professions." Whether you are planning to register for an upcoming class or you are on the fence about your next career step, come and join us to gain more information. This can be the first step towards an […]

Getting Started in Trucking: First steps to your CDL

Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus 173 Skirmisher Lane, Middletown, VA, United States

Have you thought about getting a Commercial Driver’s License? CDL Drivers are in high-demand and Laurel Ridge Community College can help you get your Class A Commercial Driver's license and get started in a new exciting and rewarding career. This free class will give you an overview of the trucking industry and is taught by […]

CDL-B Weekday

Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus 173 Skirmisher Lane, Middletown, VA, United States

Our 120-hour Class B Vehicle training program equips you with the skills to confidently inspect and operate CDL Class B non-combination vehicles. You’ll cover key topics such as vehicle inspections, cargo handling, size and weight regulations, range maneuvers, general maintenance, motor carrier safety regulations, hours of service, trip planning, and accident prevention. Upon completion, you’ll […]

CDL-A Weekday Class

Laurel Ridge Middletown Campus 173 Skirmisher Lane, Middletown, VA, United States

With a national driver shortage of more than 200,000, trucking companies are hiring! Local, regional, and over-the-road companies are calling Laurel Ridge for their CDL graduates and most students have job offers before they graduate! Professional training and job placement assistance are available to students. Our instructors have many years’ experience in trucking, with many […]