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INDUSTRIAL AND WORKFORCE DEVELOPMENT DIVISION
The Industrial and Workforce Development Division includes departments of Architectural & Building Construction Technology, Engineering Technology, Transportation Technology, Advanced Manufacturing & Materials, and Horticulture & Bio-Agriculture Technology. Rapid growth of technology and material science in our region makes this an exciting time to be a part of WCC. The faculty have widely-varied technical interests, but share the common goal of educating the best engineering technologists possible. The division offers associate in applied science, diploma, and certificate degrees with a stimulating and friendly educational and critical thinking environment.
A few of the many areas of study provided by the division include architectural technology, automotive systems technology, collision repair & refinishing technology, building construction technology, computer engineering, electronics engineering, heavy equipment and transportation technology, horticulture technology, industrial systems technology, and welding technology. Whether you are a high school student considering an engineering technology career, an industry employee interested in an advanced degree, or a member of the region simply interested in learning more about the Industrial and Workforce Development Division, our web pages are an excellent place to start.
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Hauser, John D.
Vice President. Industrial and Workforce Development Division
A.A.S., Surry Community College;
B.S.E.T., University of North Carolina at Charlotte;
M.Ed.North Carolina State University
Ed.D. Appalachian State University
john.hauser@wilkescc.edu
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Industrial and Workforce Development Division
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Gardner, Bretta
Administrative Assistant
A.A.S. Wilkes Community College
336-838-6218
bretta.gardner@wilkescc.edu
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Casey, Keith
Lead Instructor, Computer Engineering Technology
A.A.S., Forsyth Technical Community College;
T.H.B., Andersonville Baptist Seminary
keith.casey@wilkescc.edu |
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Doyle, Robert E.
Lead Instructor, Electronics Engineering Technology
A.A.S., Wilkes Community College;
B.T., Appalachian State University;
Graduate Study, Appalachian State University
robert.doyle@wilkescc.edu |
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Duvall, Lyndell D.
Chair. Applied Engineering Technologies; Instructor
A.A.S., Wilkes Community College;
B.S., Emory & Henry College
lyndell.duvall@wilkescc.edu
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Eller, Billy W.
Lead Instructor, Heavy Equipment and Transport Technology
A.A.S., Wilkes Community College,
Cummins School on Electronics and Engines,
Detroit Computer Electronics School,
Kenworth Factory Air Conditioning School,
Fuller-Eaton Transmission and Thermoking Refrigeration School,
Rear End Update School
billy.eller@wilkescc.edu |
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Gantt, Jayden
Lead Instructor, Welding Technology
jayden.gantt@wilkescc.edu |
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Hartzog, J. Dwight
Lead Instructor, Building Construction Technology
A.A.S, Wilkes Community College;
North Carolina Electrical Contractor License;
North Carolina Plumbing Contractor License;
Qualified North Carolina General Contractor
dwight.hartzog@wilkescc.edu |
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Lackey, Timothy H.
Lead Instructor, Architectural Technology
A.A., Wilkes Community College;
B.S., Appalachian State University
tim.lackey@wilkescc.edu |
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Kennedy, Hardin C.
Chair: Transportation Technologies; Instructor, SkillsUSA Advisor
A.A.S., Wilkes Community College;
B.S. Eastern New Mexico State University/Professional Technical Education;
ASE Certified Master Automotive Technician;
NC DAQ Instructor; NC DMV Certified Instructor.
hardin.kennedy@wilkescc.edu |
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Little, Dan
Director, Small Business Center
A. A., Wingate College; B.S., Pfeiffer University
dan.little@wilkescc.edu
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McNeil, Mark G.
Lead Instructor, Automotive Systems Technology
A.A.S Wilkes Community College;
ASE Master Certified.; mark.mcneil@wilkescc.edu
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O'Connell, Johnny
Instructor, Automotive Systems Technology
A.A.S., Wilkes Community College;
ASE Certified Master Automotive Technician, NC DMV Certified Instructor.
johnny.oconnell@wilkescc.edu
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Pierce, Mike
Chair, Workforce Development, Lead Instructor, Advanced Materials
A.A.S.NE Alabama State Junior College;
B.S., Athens State College;
M.A., Auburn University;
Rural Economic Development Institute/NC Rural Economic Dev Center,
Essentials of Economic Development/NC School of Government,
Certified Composites Tech/ACMA,
Certified Program Planner/LERN Institute,
Human Performance Improvement Certificate /ASTD, Targeted Selection Systems/DDI.
mike.pierce@wilkescc.edu
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Reavis, Jamie
Lead Instructor, Collision Repair & Refinishing Technology
A.A.S., Wilkes Community College;
PPG/R-M Paint Finishes Certification;
SEM/Duramix Repair Material Certification;
Car-O-Liner Cartronics Frame Certification;
MACS Air condition Certification
jamie.reavis@wilkescc.edu
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Riddle, Donna
Lead Instructor, Horticulture/Gardener
A.A.S., Wilkes Community College;
B.A.,
Towson State University; NC Certified Pesticide Applicator; NC Certified Plant Professional, Certified Greenhouse Operator; Certified Landscape Technician - Interiors and Exterior Installation
donna.riddle@wilkescc.edu
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Smith, Ricky W.
Instructor, Heavy Equip/Transport Technology Diploma and A.A.S., Wilkes Community College;
B.S., Columbia Southern University;
Cummins School on Electronics and Engines,
Detroit Computer Electronics School,
Kenworth Factory Air Conditioning School,
Fuller-Eaton Transmission and Thermoking Refrigeration School,
Rear End Update School,
Ryder Preventative Maintenance School,
Ryder Electrical and Troubleshooting School,
Mack Engine School, Motivair Air A/C Training,
Cat Electronic Engine Training,
Detroit Diesel Electronic Engine Training,
NAPA Institute Hydraulic and Braking Systems Training, and ASE Refrigeration and Recovery and Recycling Training;
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Stone, Richard F.
Lead Instructor, Industrial Systems Technology & Welding Technology
A.A.S., Wilkes Community College;
B.T., Appalachian State University;
North Carolina Electrical Contractor License
richard.stone@wilkescc.edu
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Taylor, Stacie B.
Instructor, Architectural Technology & Building Construction Technology
A.A.S., Wilkes Community College,
B.S. East Carolina University,
NC Residential Contractor's license,
NC Real Estate Broker's License,
AutoCAD Certified Professional. LEED Green Associate Stacie.taylor@wilkescc.edu
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