Feb 10, 2026  
2026-2027 Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Catalog

Advanced Manufacturing AAS Degree


Schoolcraft program code # AAS.00135

The Associate of Applied Science Degree in Advanced Manufacturing is designed to provide learners with growth and development in a variety of manufacturing processes, to expose them to materials and methods of production, make them aware of quality systems and tools and introduce them to tool and die making. This degree is designed to enable individuals the opportunity to continually expand and upgrade their applied skills as well as to maintain a thorough mastery of evolving manufacturing technologies. Protective shop clothing and eye protection supplies are required for the program, and will be purchased by the student.

Students who satisfactorily complete all college and program requirements qualify for an Associate of Applied Science Degree.

Program Outcomes

  • Perform basic machining applications to manufacture products according to specifications
  • Determine the manufacturing process necessary to make a part
  • Apply precision and semi-precision measuring tools and applications to manufacturing and quality assurance
  • Assess the effect of material properties on manufacturability
  • Convert 3rd party software designs to the appropriate pathway for CNC machine processing
  • Read blueprints

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Creating Your Academic Plan

Not all courses are offered each semester. Students should work with an academic advisor to develop a schedule that will work for them. Students planning to transfer should check the transfer institution’s requirements/guides or discuss their options with an academic advisor. Number of credits may vary depending on the course selection.

Sample Schedule of Courses


First Year


Fall Semester


Total Credits: 12

Spring Session


  • Elective - Select from list below Credits: 3
  • Natural Science  - Select General Education Science course Credits: 3-5
Total Credits: 6-8

Second Year


English Communication - Credits: 3

Select first General Education English Communication  courses.

Social Science - Credits: 3-4

Select General Education Social Science  course.

Total Credits: 15-16

Winter Semester


English Communication - Credits: 3

Select second General Education English Communication  course.

Humanities - Credits: 1-4

Select General Education Humanities  course.

Total Credits: 11-14

Program Total: 60-68 Credits


Prior Learning Credit


Often students select a program for which they possess prior knowledge.  In some cases, students can earn college credit for this knowledge, to replace one or more courses in the program. Please see the Prior Learning Credits webpage for more information.  At least one external licensure or certification has been identified for this program meeting these criteria.

Articulation Agreement


This program has an articulation agreement. Articulation agreements create seamless transitions to 4-year colleges or universities. They may ensure the transferability of an entire associate’s degree, allow for transferring extra credits, or provide guaranteed admission. Terms and transferable credits vary by program and institution. For more details, visit the Articulation Agreement web page.