Course Details
Exploring Advanced Manufacturing
This course is designed to expose students to career opportunities and the exciting advances in today’s modern field of advanced manufacturing. This course was developed through a partnership between two National Science Foundation Centers for the Advancement of Technological Education:
Recommended Prerequisites
Basic Reading Comprehension, Basic Computer Skills, Basic Internet Browsing Skills
What You’ll Learn
Course Module Listing
Introduction and Overview
Course Introduction and Overview
Exploring Advanced Manufacturing
What is Manufacturing?
Manufacturing Sectors
Careers in Manufacturing
Module Summary
Manufacturing Career Clusters
Introduction
Production
Maintenance, Installation and Repair
Quality Assurance
Logistics and Inventory Control
Process and Product Development
Health, Safety and Environmental Assurance
Module Summary
A Hands-on Virtual Experience
Exploring a Virtual Advanced Manufacturing Environment
Next Steps
Next Steps toward a Career in Manufacturing
EducateWorkforce Courses
Educational Opportunities Near You
FLATE Interviews
Additional Information
Review
Course Survey