Overview and Award Outcomes
Overview
The Production Technologies certificate will expose students to the training, education, and skills to build basic knowledge of manufacturing processes and plant operations, generally for entry-level positions. Students can use the knowledge gained in this certificate to build upon a manufacturing career path leading to higher-level careers in Mechatronics/Automation. Students will receive introductory training in industry practices for safety, manufacturing processes, maintenance, and quality control including lean principles, Industry 4.0 and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT).
Award Outcomes
- Apply appropriate safety procedures
- Analyze manufacturing processes and procedures
- Analyze quality systems and components
- Demonstrate maintenance procedures