In collaboration with the Westerly Education Center and Electric Boat, CCRI enrolls
students in maritime rigging courses that prepares students to work at Electric Boat.
This course will prepare participants with the rigging skills and knowledge for industry
employment requiring the application of basic rigging knowledge in maritime manufacturing
environments.
The course covers the topics of safety, relevant tools and equipment, binding, chafing
gear, hardware for rigging, hoists, pendant cranes, rigging calculations, and slings.
Participants will also learn and apply the companion skills of critical thinking,
teamwork, communication, leadership as well as readiness to work with an emphasis
on completing work that is procedurally compliant, on time, and within budget.
In order to participate in this program you must apply to Electric Boat and be hired
as a Outside Rigger. This is a post employment training program for Electric Boats
Quonset Point facility and is funded through Real Jobs Rhode Island, please apply
here.
Real Jobs Rhode Island
In order to participate in our Eastern Connecticut Workforce Investment Board (EWIB)
program you may apply here. This program is a pre-employment program and funded through
EWIB.
Eastern Connecticut Workforce Investment Board Program
Details
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Cost - No charge! This program is free for all that qualify and are accepted.
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Time Commitment - 80 hours, schedule varies.
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Contact - Alyssa Menard, Tel: 401.584.0400, E-mail: amenard1@ccri.edu