Skill Certifications

Targeted workforce training

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Mechanical Engineering Technology Certificate (C40320)
The primary objective of the Certificate Program of the Mechanical Engineering Technology curriculum is to introduce students to the employment opportunities in mechanical engineering technology. The objective is fulfilled through the study and application of mechanical engineering technology courses. All courses in the certificate can be used in the Mechanical Engineering Technology Associate in Applied Science Degree program.

Machining Technology
(CNC) Computer Numerical Control and (CAM) Computer Aided Manufacturing Certificate (C50300M3)
This curriculum is designed to give an individual entry level skill needed to gain employment as a machinist or (CNC) Computer Numerical Control Programmer. It is recommended that students have the necessary math and reading skill before enrollment in this program.

The courses taken in this certificate program can be counted toward the machinist diploma or A.A.S. program.

Machining Technology
(CNC) Turning and Milling Certificate (C50300M2)
This curriculum is designed to give an individual entry level skill needed to gain employment as a machinist or (CNC) Computer Numerical Control Programmer. It is recommended that students have the necessary math and reading skill before enrollment in this program.

Industrial Engineering Technology
Certificate (C40240)
The Industrial Engineering Technology curriculum prepares graduates to perform as technical leaders in manufacturing and service organizations. The curriculum incorporates the study and application of methods and techniques for developing, implementing and improving integrated systems involving people, material, equipment and information.

The objectives of the Industrial Engineering Technology Certificate Program are to introduce students to industrial engineering quality and productivity improvement techniques and to enhance the training of currently employed manufacturing and service employees.

The objectives are fulfilled through the study and application of industrial engineering techniques including process analysis, SPC, safety training and productivity analysis.

All courses in the Certificate Program can be applied to the Associate in Applied Science degree in Industrial Engineering Technology.

Industrial Engineering Technology
Bioprocessing Engineering Technology - Certificate (C40240D)
The Bioprocessing Engineering Technology Certificate program is intended to provide the student with a subset of the courses required in the Industrial Engineering Technology Associate in Applied Science (Bioprocessing Option) degree program.

These five courses provide the technical skills to meet the needs of manufacturing employees entering product and service biotechnology fields in business and industry.

All courses in the Certificate Program can be applied to the Associate in Applied Science Degree in Industrial Engineering Technology (Bioprocessing Option).

Industrial Engineering Technology
Industrial Management Technology Certificate (C40240C)
The objectives of the Industrial Management Technology Certificate Program are to introduce students to industrial management practices and to enhance the training of currently employed individuals in leadership and management skills.

The objectives are fulfilled through the study and application of industrial management techniques including inventory management, production planning and management processes.

All courses in the Certificate Program can be applied to the Associate in Applied Science degree in Industrial Engineering Technology.

Industrial Engineering Technology
Production Technology Certificate (C40240A)
The Production Technology Certificate curriculum is designed to provide beginning students with the basic knowledge and skills to function effectively in introductory assignments in industry. A core of courses introduces the student to engineering technology and an understanding of production concepts.

The objective of the Production Technology Certificate program is to enhance the training of currently employed manufacturing and service employees in production fundamentals. The objective is fulfilled through the study of courses in engineering graphics, manufacturing processes, industrial safety and leadership.

All courses in the Production Technology Certificate program can be applied to the Associate in Applied Science degree in Industrial Engineering Technology.

Industrial Engineering Technology
Quality Engineering Technology Certificate (C40240B)
The Quality Engineering Technology Certificate program is intended to provide the student with a subset of the courses required in the Industrial Engineering Technology Associate in Applied Science degree program. These six courses provide the technical and communication skills to meet the needs of manufacturing employees entering product and service quality fields in business and industry.

All courses in the Certificate Program can be applied to the Associate in Applied Science degree in Industrial Engineering Technology.

Industrial Systems Technology
Certificate (C50240)
This curriculum is designed to give the individual basic skills and related information needed to gain limited employment in the Industrial Systems field.

The courses taken in this certificate program count as credit toward the full Industrial Systems Technology program.

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