Advanced Manufacturing Technology
Production – Advanced Manufacturing prepares individuals to apply basic manufacturing principles and technical skills to the identification and resolution of production problems in the manufacturing of products. The program includes instruction in machine operations, production line operations, systems analysis, instrumentation, physical controls, automation, manufacturing planning, quality control, and informational infrastructure.
Modern Manufacturing prepares individuals to apply basic manufacturing principles and technical skills to the identification and resolution of production problems in the manufacturing of products. The program includes instruction in machine operations, production line operations, systems analysis, instrumentation, physical controls, automation, manufacturing planning, quality control, and informational infrastructure.
Quality Engineering – Quality Engineering incorporates all of the basic manufacturing principles and technical skills and adds intensive Quality Engineering education and training in order for individuals to establish careers in the quality field. Quality engineers play a crucial role in various industries including manufacturing, automotive, aerospace, and healthcare. The education received will help individuals analyze system processes and products to identify areas of improvement, implement quality assurance measures and develop strategies to prevent defects or errors. The courses provided will help with career responsibilities that include conducting tests, audits, inspections as well as working with cross-functional teams to address quality issues. The training focuses on developing strong analytical skills, critical thinking, attention to detail, and a commitment to continuous improvement in order to succeed in this field of study.
DOL SOC Codes – There are no “quality engineering” codes in the DOL description. There are two that come close.
15-1253 – Software Quality Assurance Analysts and Testers
17-2190 – Miscellaneous Engineers 17-2199 – Engineers, All Other
When is the program offered?
Courses are taught year round during the day and evening to accommodate a wide range of schedules for full-time and part-time students.
Educational Options
- Associate in Applied Science Modern Manufacturing Technology – Production
- Certificate Modern Manufacturing Technology – Production
- Associate in Applied Science Modern Manufacturing Technology – Quality Engineering
- Certificate Modern Manufacturing Technology – Quality Engineering
What can I earn?
The national average for annual earnings is $32,344 and the hourly earnings is $16.73. The top 10% annual earnings is $50,730 and the hourly earnings is $24.39.
Your Future
The Alabama Department of Labor, Labor Market Information Division has identified team assemblers and computer-controlled machine tool operators (metal and plastic) as high demand in its most recent 10-year labor market projection. Regionally, team assemblers and computer-controlled machine tool operator (metal and plastic) related occupations are also categorized as high demand by West Alabama Works (State of the Workforce Report: West Alabama Works, 2017). Occupational forecast data from the Alabama Department of Labor indicates employers in West Alabama will need to fill over 500 production related positions annually (Alabama Department of Labor Market Information 2012-2022).
