This course provides the graduate with the entry-level skills needed to secure employment in the advanced manufacturing industry, Skills learned will include mechanics, electrical, fluid power, electronics, PLC’s and preventive maintenance.

• Demonstrate an understanding of technology.
• Demonstrate an understanding of Design for Manufacturing (DFM).
• Demonstrate an understanding of workplace safety and workplace organization.
• Demonstrate an understanding of workplace communication skills and teamwork
• Demonstrate an understanding of basic machine tools.
• Demonstrate the ability to read and interpret blueprints and schematics.
• Demonstrate an understanding of graphic design by generating and interpreting computer-aided drawings.
• Demonstrate proficiently in the use of quality assurance methods and quality control concepts.
• Demonstrate proficiency in using measurement tools, instruments and testing devices related to proper quality assurance methods.
• Demonstrate an understanding of modern business practices and enterprise systems.
• Demonstrate an understanding of and be able to select production processes.
• Demonstrate an understanding of computer-aided manufacturing and flexible manufacturing planning and control.
• Demonstrate the ability to identify properly, organize, plan, allocate resources, document and produce a mass-produced product via a master project.
• Demonstrate an understanding of industrial tools and processes inclusive of Manual Milling (Optional), CNC machines, and Welding (Optional).
• Demonstrate proficiency in computer control and robotics.
• Demonstrate an understanding of mechanisms.
• Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of AC/DC electrical and electrical control.
• Demonstrate a fundamental understanding of Programmable Logic Control.
• Demonstrate an understanding of fluid power.
• Demonstrate the abilities to use and maintain technological products and systems.
• Demonstrate an understanding of employability skills and career opportunities in the fields of advanced manufacturing and engineering technologies.
• Conceive, design, and present a project(s) that encompass all the skills learned in the Advanced Manufacturing Technology program.
• Plan, organize and carry out a project plan.
• Formulate strategies to properly manage resources.
• Use tools, materials, and processes in an appropriate and safe manner

Create a project portfolio describing the project, including drawings and specifications, the tasks and rationale, process journal, budget report, and the results.