Manufacturing Technology

Manufacturing Technology Student

Program Description

The Manufacturing Technology degree introduces students to the principles and practices of manufacturing in today's global marketplace.


Students in the program:

  • Learn skills on manufacturing management practices
  • Learn to work with manufacturing materials and processes
  • Learn how to do research and development
  • Learn about quality assurance
  • Practice machining processes
  • Learn about CAD/CAM and CNC processes
  • Learn team leadership and research development technician

Composites Program Information - (pdf)

Skills Students Develop

The Manufacturing Technology degree program is focused on new technology that is used in industry today. Skills learned include:

  • Machining set-ups and operations
  • Ability to machine different materials such as metal, plastics and ceramics
  • Ability to read blueprints and transfer them to a CAD program
  • Ability to do research and development as a technician
  • Ability to make prints with AutoCAD programs
  • Performing operations on CNC, Lathes, Milling Machine, CNC Punch and Brake Press
  • Demonstrating machine and shop safety practices
  • Operating PLCs and other Industrial machines
  • Learning quality assurance skills for inspecting parts

Degree Requirements

Associate Degree in Manufacturing (A50320) - (pdf)

Associate Degree in Manufacturing-Composites (A5032D) - (pdf)