Advanced Manufacturing Pre-apprenticeship Micro-Credential

Program Description

This credential consists of two courses:

MFG 109 Fundamental Concepts of Metrology 

MFG 101 Certified Production Technician - CPT 

This credential is stackable into the Manufacturing Certificate program.  Students may take this Micro-Credential as credit bearing or non-credit bearing.

Student Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Pre-Apprenticeship Micro-Credential, students will have achieved the following learning outcomes:

• Correctly interpret technical drawings for basic mechanical parts and assemblies
• Perform the basic measurements, calculations, and quantitative reasoning necessary in a manufacturing environment
• Describe the importance of safety practices in a manufacturing workplace
• Identify common quality systems and procedures found in manufacturing facilities including quality charts, technical drawings, and precision measurement tools
• Identify common manufacturing processes, materials, and equipment and explain basic production planning and workflow
• Describe the importance of preventative and predictive maintenance and common maintenance requirements in a manufacturing environment

Employment Potential

This Micro-Credential prepares students to be ready to enter the workforce at an entry level manufacturing position or as an apprentice in one of the advanced manufacturing trades.