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ADVANCED INDUSTRIAL AND HEALTH TECHNOLOGIES

Advanced Industrial Technologies

The Advanced Industrial Technologies 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, autobody repair technology, building construction technology, computer engineering, electrical/electronics 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 Advanced Industrial Division, our web pages are an excellent place to start.

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Faculty & Staff of Advanced Industrial Technologies: 

Hauser, John D. 
Dean
A.A.S., Surry Community College; B.S.E.T., University of North Carolina at Charlotte; M.Ed.North Carolina State University
john.hauser@wilkescc.edu

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Advanced Industrial Technologies Division

 



Gardner, Bretta
Administrative Assistant

A.A.S. Wilkes Community College
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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Dollyhite, Ronald A.
Lead Instructor, Horticulture Technology
A.A.S., Surry Community College; B.T., Appalachian State University; M.A., Appalachian State University; North Carolina Association of Nurserymen Plant Professional; Certified Landscape Technician; NC Landscape Contractors
ronald.dollyhite@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.
Lead Instructor, Electrical/Electronics Technology
A.A.S., Wilkes Community College; B.S., Emory & Henry College
lyndell.duvall@wilkescc.edu
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Eller, Billy W.
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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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, Automotive Systems Technology.  SkillsUSA Advisor
A.A.S., Wilkes Community College; B.S. Eastern New Mexico State University/Professional Techncial Education; ASE Certified Master Automotive Technician; NC DAQ Instructor; NC DMV Certified Instructor.
hardin.kennedy@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
Director of Advanced Materials Technology
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, Autobody Repair
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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Smith, Ricky W.
Lead.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;
ricky.smith@wilkescc.edu

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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, NC Residential Contractor's license, NC Real Estate Broker's License, AutoCAD Certified Professional.
stacie.taylor@wilkescc.edu

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