Manufacturing Operations Certificate

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Program Start Date: Fall, Spring, Summer
Minimum Program Length: 16 academic weeks; 1 term; 9 credits
Curriculum Code: 61149

Program Description

This certificate prepares students for operator positions in a manufacturing environment. This certificate prepares students with the skills to understand the manufacturing environment, culture, processes, and values. Graduates will have sufficient skills to enter the workforce or continue in other industrial programs.

Practical Experience

Students gain basic skills in developing transportation plans and executing warehouse and distribution center operations and safety.

Professional Opportunities

Entry-level manufacturing operator.

Unique Aspects

Admission to this program requires selection by the sponsoring agency. Students will work part-time at the sponsoring agency while enrolled in the program.

EEDA Career Cluster:

Manufacturing

Course Requirements

MFG 101 - Introduction to Manufacturing Credits: 3
MFG 103 - Principles of Manufacturing Credits: 3
MFG 104 - Introduction to Continuous Improvement Credits: 3

Total Credits: 9

Semester Display

First Semester

MFG 101 - Introduction to Manufacturing Credits: 3
MFG 103 - Principles of Manufacturing Credits: 3
MFG 104 - Introduction to Continuous Improvement Credits: 3

Total Credits: 9

Program Learning Outcomes

Students will be able to:

Apply production principles to the manufacturing environment.
Employ safe work practices in the manufacturing environment.
Implement quality principles in the manufacturing environment.