WyoTech Archives
August 2011
Education, Experience Can Be Keys to Keeping a Job, Survey Suggests
Most employers consider an applicant's education and experience when hiring for a new job. But education and experience can also be the most important factors in keeping the job you already have.
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Powerboat Industry is Powering Back to Life
The powerboat industry, which had all but run aground during the Great Recession, is once again revving back to life, according to a recent report published by CNBC.com.*
Marine Specialist Training Offered at WyoTech in Daytona
Interested in working in the marine watercraft industry as a marine specialist? Check out WyoTech's Marine Specialist program at its Daytona campus.
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"Hot Rod Eruption" Scheduled for August 28 in Toutle, Wash.
An old school-style hot rod drag racing event is scheduled for Sunday, August 28 at the Riverdale Raceway in Toutle located in central Washington. Called "Hot Rod Eruption," the event is described as "a chance to get your traditionally-styled hot rod or custom out on the track and do some heads-up racing."
Harley Davidson – Train to Work on One of the World's Most Famous Brands
When William S. Harley and Arthur Davidson produced their very first motorcycle in 1903, little could they have imagined how famous their names and their motorcycle would eventually become.
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Speed Week 2011 Underway at Bonneville Salt Flats
Speed Week 2011 is currently underway at the Bonneville Salt Flats just northeast of Wendover, Utah, bringing together more than 15,000 racers, crews and spectators in a celebration of speed and power
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Plumbers Rock! Enroll in WyoTech's Long Beach Plumbing Technology Program
For many, the plumbing industry holds a number of career opportunities. If you're interested in where our Plumbing Technology program can help take you, contact us today for more information.
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Automotive News - August 12, 2011
Chrysler to expand Toledo, Ohio, plant operations. GM to reduce its development platforms to trim costs. 1960s-era "pope-mobile" parade car going up for auction. These another industry stories of interest in this week's Automotive News.
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Automotive-Diesel Combo Helps Students Acquire Additional Skills
To prepare tomorrow's automotive technicians for the challenges ahead, WyoTech’s Laramie campus offers an Automotive-Diesel combination elective as part of its Automotive Technology and Diesel Technology programs.
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What is Horsepower?
Since the invention of the automobile, we have measured an engine's power in terms of horsepower. But why horsepower? How much power does a horse actually have? And what does a horse's power have to do with automobiles?
WyoTech in Long Beach Uses Mock Houses to Train Tomorrow's Electricians
These simulated half-finished houses and commercial buildings were created to provide WyoTech's Electrician students with real-world environments where they can learn and perfect the electrician's craft.
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Relay for Life — WyoTech in Daytona Supports American Cancer Society's Efforts
On June 4-5, WyoTech's Daytona campus fielded two teams to participate in the Ormond Beach, Fla., "Relay for Life" event to help benefit the American Cancer Society.
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Become Immersed in Marine Technology at WyoTech in Daytona Beach
If you're interested in working in the marine technology field as a marine specialist, WyoTech in Daytona Beach offers a program that can help amplify your career potential.
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Angry Cars
Pixar's 2006 hit "Cars" and its 2011 sequel feature cars and trucks with human-like eyes and mouths. Well, it turns out most consumers see "faces" in cars — and they prefer those who appear angry and aggressive.
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Chris Murphy2007 Graduate"WyoTech gave me the experience to be able to fix problems and troubleshoot. That's the number one thing. And the instructors were great."
Jessi Combs - Extreme 4x42004 Graduate
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Co-host of Spike TV's "Xtreme 4X4"
"At WyoTech, I received the skill set necessary to take me as far as my imagination will lead me."
Jessi Combs' motto, "It's not how big you are in the fight; it's how big the fight is in you," has taken her a long way...

