Manufacturing Technology - Applied Manufacturing Certificate

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Program Code:

AMC

Degree:

Certificate

This program may be completed at QCC Worcester (Main Campus).
This program may be completed face-to-face.
This program may be completed 50% or more online.

Connections:

Credits from this certificate can be applied to the following associate degree(s):

Manufacturing Technology - Applied Manufacturing Option

Program Contact Email:

Manufacturing@qcc.mass.edu

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Goals

Program Goals:

The goal of the Applied Manufacturing Certificate is to prepare highly skilled technicians and front-line supervisory personnel for the advanced manufacturing workforce. This program encourages graduates of the Manufacturing Advancement Center Workforce Innovation Collaborative (MACWIC) apprentice program to continue their education. The program has been designed to incorporate credentials earned through the MACWIC credentialing system, provide some college credit for successful competency development, and build on students’ knowledge and skills to further their education.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

Apply mathematical and scientific concepts to solve manufacturing problems.
Practice safe working protocols to nurture ethical responsibilities.
Use modern precision measurement systems to verify product conformance.
Use modern tooling, skills, and techniques for effective manufacturing systems practice.
Safely operate, program, and setup a variety of CNC equipment.
Communicate technical information both verbally and in written form.
Understand management systems and principles of project management.
Use modern computers and software to provide digital documentation.

Classes

Curriculum:

Course Title	Course #	Semester Offered	Credits	Prerequisites
Apply and get accepted to this program (Program Code: AMC). Meet with Career Services Representative to credential 14 credits from MACWIC certifications.
Upon successful completion of MACWIC Levels 1, 2, and 3, 14 credits credentialed			14
		Total	14
Semester 1 Part-time students should meet with Academic Advisor to plan schedule. Meet with a Career Services Representative for Job Search Assistance services. Submit an Intent to Graduate Form, located on The Q.
Introduction to Microcomputer Applications	CIS 111	F/S/SU	3
Composition I	ENG 101	F/S/SU	3	ENG 091 with a grade of "C" or higher, ENG 096 with a grade of "C" or higher; or approp place score
College Algebra	MAT 100	F/S/SU	3	MAT 099 with a grade of "C" or higher; or approp place score
Introduction to Business	MGT 101	F/S/SU	3	ENG 091 with a grade of "C" or higher, ENG 096 with a grade of "C" or higher; or approp place score
Project Management or	MGT 205	F/S	3	ENG 101
Principles of Management	MGT 211	F/S/SU	3	ENG 091 with a grade of "C" or higher, ENG 096 with a grade of "C" or higher; or approp place score
		Total	15
Total Credits Required:			29

Elective Information

Cost & Requirements

Admissions Requirements:

Students should note that some first semester courses carry minimum prerequisites. Refer to the program grid.

High School Diploma or GED/HiSET.
Manufacturing Advancement Center Workforce Innovation Collaborative (MACWIC): Level 3 Completion/Evidence of Certification.
Students must present their MACWIC Level 3 Certificate.
Students should note the following accompanying conditions:
- Admitted students will receive 14 credits for prior learning for MACWIC Level 3 completion.
- Students will work through QCC’s Career Placement Services Office for prior learning credit.
- See the Additional Cost section for information regarding credentialing fees.
- Learn more about MACWIC at www.macwic.org/training/credentials/.

Admissions Process:

Admissions inquiries should be directed to admissions [at] qcc.mass.edu. Prospective students may apply to the program of their choice by following the enrollment steps at www.QCC.edu/enrollment-steps.

Technical Performance Standards:

See the Technical Performance Standards page. (Note: Not all programs have technical performance standards).

Credit for Prior Learning:

Students enrolled in this program may be able to earn academic credit for prior learning. Please contact Career Services & Credit for Prior Learning (Room 272A) at careerservices [at] qcc.mass.edu or 508.854.4439.

Applicants to this program should note that 14 credits are being granted through articulation as per the terms of the agreement between Manufacturing Advancement Center Workforce Innovation Collaborative (MACWIC) and QCC for this certificate.
While students enrolled in this program may be able to earn additional academic credit for prior learning, it should be noted that a minimum of 15 credits must be completed at QCC in order to meet the residency requirement.

CORI, SORI, Finger Printing & Drug Testing:

Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) checks are not required. Finger printing and drug testing are not required.

Additional Cost:

See the Program Fees page.

Students are required to pay the current QCC credentialing fee for the 14 college credits granted through this agreement; see www.QCC.edu/services/experience-based-education/credentialing.
Students should anticipate additional expenses for professional certification examinations.

Career

Career Outlook:

Please consult the Massachusetts Career Information System at https://masscis.intocareers.org/ or the Occupational Outlook Handbook at www.bls.gov/ooh/ for specific occupational information. The CIP code for this program is 48.0510.

Transfer Articulations & Opportunities:

Prospective students may learn more about transfer articulation agreements at www.QCC.edu/agreements. More information regarding transfer opportunities is available at www.QCC.edu/transfer.

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