Course Details

Introduction to Manufacturing explores common manufacturing processes and how they work together, including automation, machining, composites, and welding. During this course, you will become familiar with measuring tools, hand tools, power tools, and blueprints that are currently used in the various industries through hands-on labs. You will be required to demonstrate personal and machine safety as you complete a variety of activities.

Blueprint reading for machinists will familiarize students with how to read and interpret mechanical blueprints. Topics covered in this course include the alphabet of lines, interpreting title block data, reading dimensions, tolerances, and surface finish, and interpreting multiple-view drawings, with sectional, auxiliary and projected views.

Composite Basics introduces the basic materials, tools, vocabulary, and safety practices used in the composites industry. Throughout this course, you will examine various composite materials, chemicals, tools, and the procedures and processes of fabrication. You will also practice proper shop etiquette and cleaning.

Maintenance Basics introduces the basic concepts and terminology used in Automation and Robotics. Throughout this course, you will study basic electrical, Electrical Motor Controls, Programmable Logic Controllers (PLC), HVAC, Pneumatics, Hydraulics, Robotics and Troubleshooting skills.

Welding for Manufacturing includes the basic knowledge of Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) and Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW). During this course, you will study welding safety; protection, accident prevention, and troubleshooting. You will practice set-up, operation of equipment, positions, executions, and the workmanship needed for a basic weld.

CNC Machining for Manufacturing will cover the basic procedures to run a CNC mill and Lathes encountered in the machine shop. During this course, you will study topics including instruction in machine startup, loading programs, setting tool offsets, work offsets and basic G code programming. We will also cover basic Programming using a CAM program topic will include basic part creation and programming.

The Manufacturing Technology program prepares students for high-tech manufacturing careers. In addition to learning how to produce industrial products, students will get hands-on experience in automation, robotics, composite materials technology, and welding. Graduates will have foundational skills required for entry-level employment or may continue their education to specialize in any of the instructional areas.