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.