Program Information
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Location: Downtown Milwaukee Campus
- Pathway: STEM
- Program Code: 10-664-2
- Offering: In-class
- Degree Type: 2-Year Degree (Associate)
- Start Dates: August
About the Program
Description
Gain skills related to the latest manufacturing technology, sometimes known as Smart Manufacturing or Industry 4.0, which requires a skill set related to microprocessor-driven equipment, sensors and processes.
The outlook for the advanced manufacturing industry is strong. This program addresses employers' needs for manufacturing technicians capable of working with today’s complex manufacturing equipment and processes.
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Detailed Program Information
2020-21 Curriculum
| Semester | Course | Course Name | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|
| (1) | ADVMFG-100 | Introduction to Industrial Control Systems | 2 |
| (1) | ADVMFG-110 | Introduction to Mechatronics | 2 |
| (1) | ADVMFG-113 | Advanced Manufacturing DC/AC Circuits 1 ‡ | 3 |
| (1) | ADVMFG-115 | Interpret Engineering Drawings | 2 |
| (1) | MATH-115 | College Technical Mathematics 1 ‡ (or) Any 200-level MATH course |
5 |
| (2) | ADVMFG-102 | Advanced Manufacturing Motor Controls ‡ | 3 |
| (2) | ADVMFG-105 | Introduction to Robotics ‡ | 2 |
| (2) | ADVMFG-114 | Advanced Manufacturing DC/AC Circuits 2 ‡ | 3 |
| (2) | ADVMFG-120 | Introduction to Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) ‡ | 2 |
| (2) | ADVMFG-130 | Advanced Manufacturing Digital Electronics | 4 |
| (2) | ECON-195 | Economics (or) Any 200-level ECON course |
3 |
| (2) | ENG-195 | Written Communication (or) ENG-201 English 1 ‡ |
3 |
| (3) | ADVMFG-111 | Advanced Manufacturing Machine Mechanisms ‡ | 3 |
| (3) | ADVMFG-116 | Introduction to Manufacturing Quality Control Systems ‡ | 2 |
| (3) | ADVMFG-117 | Advanced Manufacturing Materials and Processes ‡ | 2 |
| (3) | ADVMFG-121 | Vision and Smart Sensors ‡ | 2 |
| (3) | ADVMFG-196 | Advanced Manufacturing PLC System Basics ‡ | 3 |
| (3) | ENG-196 | Oral/Interpersonal Communication (or) Any 200-level ENG or SPEECH course |
3 |
| (4) | ADVMFG-112 | Fundamentals of Machining Processes ‡ | 3 |
| (4) | ADVMFG-122 | Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Project Management ‡ |
2 |
| (4) | ADVMFG-190 | Advanced Manufacturing Design Problems ‡ | 2 |
| (4) | ADVMFG-192 | Advanced Manufacturing Fluid Power ‡ | 3 |
| (4) | ADVMFG-198 | Advanced Manufacturing PLC System Applications ‡ | 2 |
| (4) | PSYCH-199 | Psychology of Human Relations (or) Any 200-level PSYCH course |
3 |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 64 |
( ) Semester order for full-time students.
‡ Prerequisite required.
Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.
This Associate in Applied Science program will transfer to one or more four-year institutions.
Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements.
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Program Outcomes
- Apply state and national safety rules to the manufacturing systems environment
- Analyze automation within a complex manufacturing system
- Manage advanced manufacturing systems for operational efficiency and cost control
- Analyze technical specifications for implementation of manufacturing systems, modules, and components
- Explore a Proportional Integral Derivative (PID) control system to achieve a desired outcome in a manufacturing outcome
- Integrate industrial control systems into manufacturing processes
- Apply electronic principles to devices within a complex manufacturing systems
Career Outlook
The outlook for the advanced manufacturing industry is strong. This program addresses employers' needs for manufacturing technicians capable of working with today’s complex manufacturing equipment and processes.
Possible Careers
Advanced Manufacturing Technician
Integration Technician
Robotics Technician
This program is being developed as a Career Pathway. Contact an MATC advisor for information.
Admission Requirements
One year of high school-level algebra or equivalent.
Scholarships
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