Regional Skilled Trades Solution Center

Western Piedmont Community College

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Location:

Morganton, NC

Size

16,000 SF

Architect

Morris-Berg Architects

The Western Piedmont Community College Regional Skilled Trades Solution Center is the result of a collaborative effort between the Design-Build team. This initiative strategically addresses the growing demand for skilled construction jobs in rural Western North Carolina. Funded by North Carolina and a $1.5 million grant from the Golden Leaf Foundation, the center serves as a central hub for trade certification. Boasting a 16,000 SF facility with cuttingedge classrooms, hands-on labs, and advanced simulators, the project aims to align training programs with industry needs.

The two-story entry, prominently featuring the WPCC logo, adds distinction to the facility. This collaborative effort not only enhances education but also acts as a recruitment tool, providing dedicated spaces for training and learning to contribute to the long-term growth of the region’s construction industry.

Higher Education

  • Forsyth Technical Community College

  • Institute For Advanced Learning And Research

  • UNC School Of The Arts

  • Elon University

  • New College Institute

  • North Carolina A&T State University