Welding Technology grant 2013 by Morgan County, Alabama Career Pathway

PART II FORM I

Application for Workforce Development Funding Checklist Date: Dec. 4, 2013

Brief Description of Project: Welding Technology

Requesting Organization: Snead State Community College PART A: The application package must be submitted in original and one photo copy and will include each completed form, the project narrative, and attachments (if applicable) in the order listed below: x Form I: This Checklist x Form II: Project Proposal Cover Page and Signatures x Form IIA: Regional Council Certification Statement (Signed by the Chairperson for each Region) x Form III: Project Summary (Not to exceed 3 pages) x Form IV: Project Budget x Form IVA: Project Budget Backup x Form V: Project Narrative (Not to exceed 10 pages) PART B: The application should specifically address the following criteria: 1. Y / N / NA Does this application address priorities identified by regional WFD council strategic plan (Attach a signed certificate from each regional council affected; cite the strategy or strategies in the regional council strategic plan addressed by the proposed activities) 2. Y / N / NA Does the relationship of proposed actions and outcomes directly address the solicitation for grant proposals (Applicable only if RFP was issued in solicitation by the Governor’s Office of Workforce Development) 3. Y / N / NA Evidence is attached or otherwise declared that the stated need is based on objective and current data 4. Y / N / NA Evidence is attached or otherwise stated that the applicant is capable and willing to carry out planned activities with maximum efficiency and effectiveness. (Use past performance on WFD projects/grants, if applicable.) 5. Y / N / NA Evidence is attached or otherwise declared that community resource leveraging is available to maximize impact of grant funds on application 6. Y / N / NA Evidence is attached or otherwise acknowledged that the project is part of an overall workforce development plan and that there is collaboration with regional and community service providers and stakeholders GOWD Form I (Version – February 29, 2012) Page 1 of 2

7. Y / N / NA Evidence is attached or otherwise declared that the activities can be sustained by the grant recipient beyond the grant period. Not applicable for dual enrollment applications. 8. Y / N / NA Evidence is attached demonstrating support for the application from area employers, economic developers, and elected officials 9. Y / N / NA Evidence is attached or otherwise declared that the proposed activities are practical and will effectively address the stated needs 10. Y / N / NA Anticipated outcomes align with stated needs 11. Y / N / NA Do proposed performance measures and target levels of performance address meaningful and realistic goals (e.g., number obtaining employment, number retaining employment, average wage increases). Remarks: ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ ________________________________________________________________________________________ __________________________________________________________ GOWD Form I (Version – February 29, 2012) Page 2 of 2

FORM IIA: WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT COUNCIL CERTIFICATION NOTE: If project covers multiple workforce development regions, certification must be provided by all regional councils. The exception is for a state-wide project application, which requires certification from one regional council - typically the council where the project is headquartered.

I certify that the Welding Technology (name of project) proposed by Snead State Community College (service provider/fiscal agent) addresses workforce development priorities, strategies, and targeted occupations identified by the Region 2 Workforce Development Council or addresses immediate priority training needs not initially identified through the strategic planning process. I also certify that the Region 2 Workforce Development Council or its applicable committee has reviewed the project application and recommends funding the proposed activities. This project directly addresses workforce development in the following industry and targeted occupations identified as priorities in the regional council’s strategic plan: Industry or industries: Target occupation(s): This project directly addresses the following strategy or strategies identified in the regional workforce development strategic plan: The Regional Council assigns this application a priority rating of (ranging from 0-5, using the ranking system below): 5 – Meets strategies and targeted occupations identified as critical (limited to 2 applications per funding cycle) for this Fiscal Year (FY) and has excellent projected outcomes to address our WFD needs. 4 - Meets strategies and targeted occupations identified as very important for this FY and has very good projected outcomes to address our WFD needs. 3 – Meets strategies and targeted occupations identified as important for this FY and has good projected outcomes to address our WFD needs. 2 – Meets strategies and targeted occupations identified but is less important for this FY. 1 – Meets strategies and targeted occupations identified but is not important for this FY. 0 – Does not meet strategies or targeted occupations identified for this FY.

NOTE: Regardless of whether the application is not approved and/or receives a 0 rating, please send this statement to the Governor’s Office of Workforce Development for documentation purposes. Proposal recommended in the amount of $ by Region 2 Council.

_____________________________________ Printed or Typed Name & Date

_____________________________________ Signature Regional workforce development council chair or designee (must be voting member of the regional council)

GOWD Form IIa (Version – February 29, 2012)

FORM III: PROJECT SUMMARY Provide a brief overview of the project, responding to each item listed below. Summary must be no more than three (3) pages and must provide a clear, concise, well-constructed, and to-the-point description of the project in areas indicated. I.

Project title: Welding Technology

II.

Service provider/fiscal agent: Snead State Community College

III.

Total funds requested: $ 47,377

IV.

Estimated start date of training (based on start of semester, receipt of equipment, etc.) and length of course(s): Training is ongoing and length of training is 15 weeks

Identify the industry sector(s) and targeted occupation(s) and how this project will address each: (Must meet the strategies identified in the regional council’s strategic plan)

(Projects are funded on FY basis, Oct1 – Sep30)

Region 2’s Vision Statement is “A well-educated and trained workforce to meet the current and future needs of business and industry”. Snead’s Welding Training is included in two of Region 2’s Top Target Industries list, Manufacturing and Construction. It is also included in three of the Top 10 Occupations: Production, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, and Construction & Extraction. The Workforce Development and Education Goals of Region 2 are to “Provide a workforce that is confident, capable and competitive.” Welding technology is a critical technical skill that is common in today’s manufacturing and construction sectors of our economy. By training students in a technical welding skill students will become more capable and competitive in the job market and help fill a workforce need for Region 2’s employers. The Partnership Goal is to “Maximize resources by creating mutual and productive relationships among Region 2 and stakeholders in order to fulfill our vision.” One of the strategies in achieving this Goal is to “Develop relationships regionally and county specific between business and industry, education, K-12, secondary, adult education, continuing education, non-profits, economic development groups, government, and community leaders.” The partnership between Snead and Marshall Technical School is helping meet these goals by bridging the gap between education, secondary and postsecondary, and successful employment. One of Region 2’s Success Indicators is “How do we measure our success? By increasing enrollment leading to a technical field.” Access to a skilled workforce is imperative to the success of our local business community and economic development. Welding is a new career technical field that Snead is offering that can help fill the workforce development needs of our service area and beyond. VI.

Target population(s) to be addressed by proposed activities (e.g. High School, Dislocated Worker, Adult, Youth, Other): Snead State will offer the program to address training for the following demographics: 5

Transitional workforce: dislocated workers, unemployed, obsolete skill sets; Emerging workforce: recent high school graduates or those currently not in the labor force, technical school, GED graduates and in-process, and part-time workers; Current workforce: underemployed, employed but needing training to be competitive and/or to move to higher paying, higher-skilled jobs; Incumbent workforce: employees of partnering business and industry who need additional skills to maintain their employment or improve their current skills to advance into a higher paying position. VII.

Proposed activities: (Summarize how this project addresses specific and immediate training needs in the service provider’s area, documented demand data, hiring and expansion announcements, etc., if applicable): Snead State’s Welding Technology course will be taught at the Marshall Technical School and will be 15 weeks in length at 30-40 hours per week for a total of 480 hours. The National Center for Construction Education and Research (NCCER) curriculum will be taught. The curriculum consists of the following modules: Basic Safety, Introduction to Construction Math, Introduction to Hand Tools, Introduction to Power Tools, Introduction to Construction Drawings, Basic Rigging, Basic Communication Skills, Basic Employability Skills, Introduction to Materials Handling, Welding Safety, Oxyfuel Cutting, Plasma Arc Cutting, Base Metal Preparation, Weld Quality, SMAW-Equipment and Setup, Shielded Metal Arc Electrodes, SMAW-Beads and Fillet Welds, Joint Fit-Up and Alignment, SMAW-Groove Welds with Backing, SMAW-Open VGroove Welds, Welding Symbols, Reading Welding Detail Drawings, Physical Characteristics and Mechanical Properties of Metals, Preheating and Postheating of Metals, GMAW and FCAWEquipment and Filler Metals, GMAW and FCAW Plate, GTAW-Equipment and Filler Materials, GTAW Plate, and GMAW-Aluminum Plate. NCCER maintains a portable and nationally recognized credentialing and certification system through it National Registry. This Registry assures portability of skills by providing, transcripts, certificates, and wallet cards to students who successfully complete the NCCER curriculum through an accredited sponsor. Marshall Technical School, our secondary partner, is providing space for the training and is in the process of becoming an Accredited Training and Education Facility through Alabama Department of Education as the sponsor. The virtual reality arc welding trainer was also purchased to be used as an additional educational tool and is designed to allow students to practice their welding technique in a simulated environment. This exciting, hands-on training experience reduces the material waste associated with traditional welding training and allows the student to transfer their welding skills to the real welding booth. With this tool the goals are to:  Recruit and train the next generation of skilled welders.  Improve the image of welding.  Make welding education fun.  Train welders faster.  Reduce material cost.  Create a green welding program.

VIII.

Anticipated outcomes and targeted levels of performance (based on start date & ending 30Sep): 6

State the applicable outcomes (Respond with NA where appropriate): a. Total number of participants to be served: 13 b. Of those in a. above, Completers 11, 84% of those participating c. Of those in b. above, Completers earning college credits NA e. Of those in a. and b. above, Entered related employment 9, 81% of completers f. Of those in e. above, Retained related employment 9, 81% of completers g. Of those in b. thru f. above, Continuing education or training ____# ____% of completers h. Of those in b. above, Currently employed - Skills upgrade only ____# ____% of completers i. Equipment installed or upgraded ___________ date(s) (Only if critical to this project.) j. Credential(s) to be earned by completers: Alabama Career Readiness Certificate, Alabama Certified Work and NCCER Certification IX.

Is there expressed legislative interest in this specific proposal? No (If answered Yes, please identify the legislator(s) and corresponding House and/or Senate district(s).)

Has there been or will there be other funding solicited from other sources for this project (i.e. Perkins funds, line item or earmark in ETF, etc)? No (If answered Yes, please provide background to include the source, amount, date requested, outcome if known, etc.)

XI.

Identify all anticipated sources of revenue and estimated amounts (e.g. tuition/fees paid by Individual Training Accounts (ITA), Pell Grant, Scholarships, etc.) NA GOWD Form III (Version – February 29, 2012)

FORM IV: PROJECT BUDGET

Provide a detailed project budget in the categories listed. Include requested grant funds and leveraged funds, and total funds by line item. Leave blank if no funds are budgeted for a particular line item. See Form IIIA for a description of each line item. Budget Item

Cost (Requested)

Salaries Benefits Individual Training (scholarships/tuition/fees) Staff Development/Training Travel In State Computers/Technology Public Relations/Outreach Materials/Supplies Renovation/Construction Equipment Books Other *Projected Revenue TOTAL

NOTES:

Leveraged/Donated (Non-requested)

$4,026.20 $43,350.00

XXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXXX $ 47,376.20

*List all sources of projected revenues (tuition, fees, other grants, etc.) – does not include funds requested in this application. Unused budget lines and/or line item titles may be changed to reflect items unique to projects. Additional budget line Items may be added as needed.

GOWD Form IV (Version – February 29, 2012)

FORM IVA: PROJECT BUDGET BACKUP Each budget line item on Form III must be supported by a detailed description. This form explains what budget details are required for each line item. Complete the budget backup providing as much detail as possible. All staff costs listed should include title/function, salary/wage, and percentage of time charged to project. Other costs should be detailed by type of activity, unit cost, and total units. I.

Program Staff Salaries (Position title/function of staff assigned to project-specific program services activities, salary/wage, percentage of time charged to project.)

II.

Program Staff Benefits (Type and cost of fringe benefits for each position included in project budget.)

III.

Cost of Individual Training (Scholarships, tuition, training fees; and other costs related to training of individuals. Indicate the projected cost of the course(s), regardless if requesting funding)

IV.

Staff Development/Training (Detail of consultants; tuition/fees, other costs related to providing and/or attending; staff members attending training for new equipment, etc.)

In-State Travel (Costs and justification of mileage, lodging, meals and other travel-related expenses.)

VI.

Computers and Technology (Itemized listing of computer hardware & software and how it is used in relation to the proposed activities.)

VII. Public Relations, Outreach (Details of media advertising and other public outreach costs, e.g., newspapers, radio/TV, direct mail, etc.) VIII. Materials & Supplies (Office supplies, training supplies and materials, other supplies required to carry out project, detailed by type and costs, and the intent for retention/accountability of durable items.) 1 chop saw will be purchased for $215; electrical supplies for installation is $3,811.20 IX.

Renovation / construction costs (Itemized estimate of building expenses, if applicable.)

Equipment (If applicable, attach a vendor price & specifications sheet for proposed equipment purchases for use during negotiation phase and indicate the intent for reusing durable items in subsequent classes.) 2 Clean Air units and accessories will be purchased for $19,960; 4 Lincoln Powerwave C300 welders will be purchase for $25,000

XI.

Books (attach itemized list if applicable).

XII. Other (Other items and related costs not included in the above line items that are required to implement the project included as a grant funded item in the budget page.) XIII. Projected revenue (list all sources of projected or potential revenues, e.g., tuition, fees, other grants â&#x20AC;&#x201C; does not include funds requested in this application) 9

GOWD Form IVa (Version – February 29, 2012)

FORM V: PROJECT NARRATIVE Respond to each item as directed. Respond with NA if an item is not applicable to the proposed project. Responses must be in the order of the items listed and labeled as each item is labeled. The narrative must be no more than ten (10) pages. Attachments, including letters of support and data documentation, should follow the project narrative and be separately labeled. An index listing attachments and page numbers is recommended if attachments are referenced in the project narrative. I.

Statement of Need a. Describe the needs to be addressed by the proposed project; include applicable data and research-based information. (Recommend: Expansion and hiring announcements, regional workforce development council strategic plan, the Alabama State of the Workforce Report available at www.owd.alabma.gov/downloads.htm , and Labor Market Information available at http://www2.dir.state.al.us/vlmi/.) b. Describe how the proposed project will address the needs. c. Provide a list of businesses/organizations for prospective job placement and attach letters of support from area employers (letters are not counted against the 10 page maximum). Manufacturing is one of Region 2’s Top Target Industries. The State of the Workforce Report V: Region 2 states by sector manufacturing is one of the top five employers in the region. Manufacturing is also one of the two leading employers and paid higher wages than the region’s monthly average of $3,304. Manufacturing will be one of the sectors that continue to dominate the employment in the region. From the report it reads, “Skill and education requirements for jobs keep rising. In the future, more jobs will require postsecondary education and training at a minimum. Improving education is important because (i) a highly educated and productive workforce is a critical economic development asset, (ii) productivity rises with education, (iii) educated people are more likely to work, (iv) it yields high private and social rates of return on investment. Higher incomes that come with improved educational attainment and work skills will help to increase personal income for the region as well as raise additional local tax revenues.” The 2008 to 2018 occupational projections indicate that future jobs will require postsecondary education and training at a minimum. From the Alabama Labor Market Information, welding or jobs requiring the skill is listed in the Region 2 Employment and Annual Average Job Openings by Occupation 2010-2020. The welding profession can be found in the following SOC codes: 512000, 512099, 470000, 474799, 472061, 119021, 472000, 271013, 471011, 491011, 511011, 519022, 490000, 499799, 499071, 514000, 514199, 499044, 474000, 499000, 472152, 493043, 472211, 472221, 512041, 471000 and projects a total growth rate of 34.19% or 3,360 positions in the field of welding, including new and replacement positions. The proposed welding project will allow the students to receive postsecondary education and training to advance into a skilled technical position that assist with filling the workforce needs of our area employers. Improved education and skill set will lead to higher income potential, a higher standard of living for the students and raise the local tax revenues. Snead also can provide 10

customized training for incumbent business and industry employees to maintain their employment and assist with the ever changing business environment. Numerous business and industry partners have been notified of the addition of the welding program. All are very supportive and/or have agreed to be included in the prospective employer list. Many have also submitted letters of support and expressed interest in using the training to improve the skill of their current workforce. II.

Project Activities a. Provide a timeline and description of project activities, including purchases, recommended training provider(s), start date of training, etc. b. Provide the Classification Instructional Program (CIP) codes for training activities involving “for credit” courses. c. Describe the skills, knowledge, and abilities that will be gained by the targeted group. Training began in September, 2012 and will complete in December, 2012 accommodating a max class size of 12. The Virtual Reality Welder is scheduled to be delivered in late December and set up and staff training will be held in January, 2012. A new session is scheduled to begin in January, 2013 and can accommodate a max class size of 13. With the addition of this newly requested equipment it is anticipated in Fall 2013 the class size can increase to 17 students. Students who complete the Snead State Welding Technology training program will receive postsecondary education and training to enter into employment in a basic welding position. Customized training for incumbent business and industry employees can be taught to help to maintain employment and/or advance into a more skilled technical position.

III.

Individuals and Industries Served a. Identify the population(s) to be served by the project. b. Identify the industry sectors and occupations to be served by the project. c. Describe how those businesses or industry sectors will benefit from the project. The populations to be served by the project include dislocated workers, recent high school graduates, GED graduates, underemployed adults, incumbent workers, and those eligible for WIA funding. Snead’s Welding Training will serve two of Region 2’s Top Target Industries list, Manufacturing and Construction and three of the Top 10 Occupations: Production, Installation, Maintenance & Repair, and Construction & Extraction. Business and industry partners will benefit by having a trained pool of skilled welders to meet their workforce needs and a local training source to enhance the skill of their incumbent workers.

IV.

Project Outcomes and Performance Targets a. State the anticipated outcomes of the project in measurable terms. Include a target level of performance for each outcome. b. Describe how it will be known if the proposed project was an overall success. 11

The training includes industry tours, employer presentations and a list of potential employers will be given to the students. It is anticipated that 11 students will complete the training and 9 will acquire employment. Student’s job placement will be tracked and documented at 6 months and again after one year. It is anticipated that the virtual welder simulator will have a positive impact on enrollment, allow students to learn more quickly, reduce training supply costs and will allow teaching to be done in an eco-friendly manner. Virtual reality welding is environmentally friendly. It can greatly reduce electrical consumption, base material usage, scrap and waste, welding consumable usage, and cost associated with capturing and filtering welding fumes and gases. The training will provide a pool of trained, skilled craftsmen to enter into employment with our local business and industry partners. V.

Non-duplication a. Describe how the service provider and the regional workforce development council have ensured that the proposed activities do not unnecessarily duplicate activities in area. Evidence must be given that funds will be used efficiently and that duplication is avoided. b. Explain if this is a capacity building expansion of an existing program (describe current capacity, how much will this project expand current capabilities, how will the current class schedule change (e.g. Currently the lab has 12 welding booths, adding these 12 additional booths will double our training capacity; Propose to add a night class) In Snead’s service area there are no other welding training programs currently being taught. This is a new program for Snead and will add to the non-credit career technical offerings. GOWD Form V (Version – February 29, 2012) Page 1 of 2

VI.

Collaboration a. Identify other stakeholders and workforce development partners and describe their roles in meeting the goals of this project. b. Describe how this project was planned with active involvement from stakeholders, particularly the regional workforce development council(s). The partnerships between education, both secondary and postsecondary, and business and industry have been discussed throughout this proposal. Attached are letters of support from businesses, legislators, education, organizations and economic development showing the need and importance of the addition of this program. A business and industry advisory committee has been established to ensure the skills being taught are appropriate for their needs.

VII. Leveraged Resources

a. Describe other programs, organizations, and resources that will be supporting this project State specifically what aspects of the project will be supported by these leveraged resources. Assign a monetary value to each resource. b. Describe other funding sources that will support this project (e.g. DOL grants, corporate donations, Perkins funds, etc.) In addition to Snead State, Marshall Technical School will be supporting this project. They will provide the facilities, electricity, internet access and classrooms. Marshall Technical School has provided labor to install electrical and air at $10,000, floor preparation at $2,842 and light installation, restroom renovation, painting, and cleaning floors at $20,109.

VIII. Sustainability a. Describe how the benefits or activities of this project will be sustained beyond the funding period. NOTE: Funding is for current fiscal year only. The program is WIA approved, which is the funding source for the non-credit training. Additional revenue can be generated by providing customized training for incumbent workers of business and industry. For the future, a degree program could be added. At that time the equipment can then be used by both credit and non-credit training during the day and evening. Marshall Technical School can also use the equipment for competitions and the virtual welder for training and recruiting. It is anticipated that the virtual welder simulator will have a positive impact on enrollment, allow students to learn more quickly, reduce training supply costs and will allow teaching to be done in an eco-friendly manner. It can greatly reduce electrical consumption, base material usage, scrap and waste, and welding consumable usage, thus helps with program costs and sustainability. IX.

Capacity of Service Provider a. If applicable, describe the outcomes that were realized with grant funds provided by the Department of Postsecondary Education or otherwise through the Governor’s Office of Workforce Development over the past three years. Describe the degree to which the goals of the funded projects were achieved. Snead State has received a Ready to Work grant for the past five years. The success rate for 201112 was 69.11% and the goals were met and exceeded, this year and in previous years. Snead’s Ready to Work program is one of the most successful in the state. Snead’s Nursing has received three grants for simulators. The addition of simulation has increased student preparation prior to completing direct patient care in the hospital setting. That goal will be achieved at a rate of 100% in our newest incoming fall 2012 class. Latest job placement for Snead’s nursing students is 100%. Snead has received dual enrollment grants for the past three years and provided high-demand training to high school students giving them skills to go straight into the workforce. Snead has academic and student services personnel working directly with the high schools to assist with the admission, advising, and enrolling process. Our newly established partnership with Marshall Technical School, who serves five different area high schools, has given us the opportunity to offer math, English and Nursing Assistant dual enrollment classes at their site. 13

Snead also received two grants in 2012 to purchase the initial startup equipment for the Welding Technology and a Virtual Reality Welding Trainer. The first class was started in September, 2012 and will complete in December, 2012. We are currently enrolling for an additional class starting in January, 2013. X.

Marketing Strategy a. Describe the public relations, promotion and outreach plan to meet enrollment goals, promote job placement for completers, ensure public awareness, etc. Numerous business and industry partners have been notified of the addition of the welding program. All were very supportive and have agreed to be included in the prospective employer list. Many have also submitted letters of support and expressed interest in using the training to improve the skill of their current workforce. Snead Workforce Development Division will partner with the Career Center to recruit potential students. Staff will market the program to those who are WIA eligible, attending the Ready to Work classes and to business and industry. Snead State Recruiters will promote the training while in the high schools, parent nights, and career-technical fairs, etc. Marshall Technical School staff is also committed to seeing the welding become a success. They will actively market to their students and to those who inquire about the program. The virtual welder will also be used to promote the career of welding at Snead’s annual Career Expo and Marshall County College Day, as well as other events.

XI.

Special Characteristics of Project a. Describe any unique characteristics of the proposed project that are not addressed above. This may include characteristics such as: 1. Measures of employer benefits or other exceptional levels of employer participation and commitment. 2. Unique inter-program coordination relationships. 3. Development of career pathways or more effective practices. 4. Addresses an immediate hiring or training demand.

GOWD Form V (Version – February 29, 2012) Page 2 of 2

MARSHALL COUNTY LEGISLATIVE OFFICE Judy Miller, Executive Director 412-A Gunter Avenue Guntersville, Alabama 35976 Phone (256) 582-0619 -- Fax (256) 582-7049 Email: jmiller@mclo.org

District No.9 CLAY SCOFIELD

November 30, 2012

District No. 27 WES LONG District No. 26 KERRY RICH

Dr. Robert Exley, President Snead State Community College P. O. Box 734 Boaz, AL 35957 Dear Dr. Exley: The partnership between Marshall Technical School and Snead State Community College's welding program is the ideal example of the kind of collaboration we want to see across the state. Workforce development is first and foremost about creating jobs. But it is also about efficiency and developing and expanding the assets we have in order to meet new and growing demands. With Marshall Technical School providing facilities for Snead instructors to utilize, we are better able to meet the local and regional demand for welding skills. We are pleased that Snead has recognized that welding technology is a critical technical skill needed in the construction and manufacturing sectors of our local and regional economy. Access to a skilled workforce is imperative to the success of our local business community and future economic development. As we continue to recruit automotive suppliers and other industry, it will be a huge asset to have skilled people with which to fill those kinds of high-wage jobs. We totally support efforts to accommodate more students in the new welding program and will strongly encourage the state's favorable consideration of this grant to expand the successful new welding program in Marshall County. Sincerely,

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December 13, 2012 Teresa Walker, PHR Director of Community Education Workforce Development Division Snead State Community College P.O. Box 734 Boaz, AL 35957 Dear Teresa, I am very pleased to hear about your plans to expand the welding program. Welding is an important skill that is very much in demand. Many companies that we work to recruit to Marshall County ask about the availability of qualified welders. The Marshall County Economic Development Council wholeheartedly endorses the expansion of this program. If there is anything we can to do to help, please do not hesitate to give me a call.

Sincerely,

Matthew M. Arnold President & CEO

2208 Ringold Street • Suite 1-A • Guntersville, Alabama 35976 • 256-582-5100 • 800-865-5129 • Fax: 256-582-8700 • info@marshallteam.org

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December 4, 2012

QUOTE 12-219 Clean Air America proposes the following Weld Station Booth System to Snead State CC in Guntersville, AL for weld smoke removal from the welding lab.

Item # 31101-5-5 – LEAF Dual Weld Station

List Price: $12,500.00

(1 Dual station accommodates 2 students) 2 2 2 2

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$17,000.00

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750.00

FREIGHT IS INCLUDED IN THIS QUOTE

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EDT AIRGAS USA, LLC 101 TYSON DR ALBERTVILLE AL 35950-8537 Phone : (256) 593-3130 Fax : (256) 593-3131

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2102122 SNEAD STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE C/O BUSINESS OFFICE BOOKSTORE / CENTRAL RECEIVING PO Box 734 BOAZ AL 35957-0734 256-840-4114

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QUOTATION

Part No.

Quote No.

2001346659

Date

12/06/2012

Account Manager :

MATT BIRD

Created By

Matt Bird

PO Number

Chop Saw Quick Change

PO Date

00000000

Release Number

Description

Order Qty

Customer Part No.

Customer Description

Plant

SAW CHOP 14 INCH ABRASIVE 15.0 AC/DC AMPS WITH KEYLESS BLADE CHANGE SYSTEM DEWALT SAW CHOP 14" ABRSV 15.0 AC/DC W/ KLS BLD

DEWD28715

1.00

U/M

Unit Price

215.00

Currency

USD

215.00

SOC2

Ext Price

215.00 0.00 215.00