MINNESOTA INNOVATION INSTITUTE HIGH PERFORMANCE CENTER Known as MI 2 Began in 2013.

Peter Aube “Closing the skills gap to remain competitive is one of the biggest challenges facing manufacturers today. Old methods of recruiting and on-the-job training are difficult, time consuming and costly. There is a better way” Plant Manager Potlatch Corp. Pete is one of the industry champions who said, there has to be a better way; we need help and we have to be part of the solution.

Private led Private Driven Formed by private industry with local economic development (GREATER BEMIDJI) agency to address: Need for time sensitive, flexible and cost effective educational programs (just enough, just in time) Stream line the workforce pipelines to get more people involved in working, preparing for work, going to work, staying at work Continually add value with industry partners MI2 has over thirty industry partners throughout Minnesota, and that number is growing each year. Our partners provide leadership direction and guide future program development.

Incumbent pipeline Adaptable Cost Effective Timely First address the needs of industry by building training that is: adaptable (right amount for each person), cost effective and timely (can be accessed 24/7, remotely)

High school/ entry level Create Interest Build Skills Place in Businesses Build pipelines into entry level employment thru first time workers and high schools; recruit talent by creating interest, build skills and place in area businesses

Mechatronics Currently our programs consistent of electrical, mechanical and mechatronics training. We have built curriculum that is flexible for both delivery on site in companies as well as in classrooms and labs at Northwest Technical College

CNC Computer numerical controls

Simulated learning

CNC Level 1 CNC Milling Operator Level 1 CNC Turning Operator Certification CNC Level 1 CNC Milling Operator Level 1 CNC Turning Operator Measurement, Materials & Safety Manual Drill Press Operator NIMS National Institute of Metalworking Skills MI2 training programs lead to certifications in industry-defined and federally-endorsed national standards. National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) and Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC) are the gold standard for front-line industrial training. Programs are industry validated, so individuals leave with skills and knowledge to be successful in companies right here in Minnesota and across the nation. MI2 has over thirty industry partners throughout Minnesota, and that number is growing each year. Our partners provide leadership direction and guide future program development.

Mechatronics Courses Mechanical Fabrication Assembly AC/DC Electrical Systems Basic & Intermediate Hydraulics Rotating Machines Mechanical Drives 1,2,3 & 4 Electric Motor Controls 1 & 2 Electro Fluid Power Programmable Logic Controls And customizable solutions to meet unique company needs.

CPT Safety CPT Maintenance Awareness CPT Quality Practices and Measurement CPT Manufacturing Processes and Production Certified Production Technician Certification MSSC Manufacturing Skills Standards Council

Greater Bemidji Driving Development Promoting Prosperity

THANK YOU! Dr. Mary Eaton Champion MI 2