Manufacturing and Production Technology

The Manufacturing and Production program provides virtual online training in Advanced Manufacturing topics: Safety, Quality and Precision Measurement, Production Processes and Operations, and Maintenance Awareness. Students will be scheduled to go on a live manufacturing plant tour and attend hands-on sessions in partnership with Mach 1 Mechatronics Academy for future opportunities in the Mechatronics. The foundational components of this program will prepare candidates to go directly into an apprenticeship after course completion or can be used to improve the awareness and flexibility of current employees.  

Program Benefits Include:

  • Receive Industry-Recognized Certificate as an MSSC Certified Production Technician (CPT) (must pass 4 exams to be certified by MSSC) (160hrs)
  • Plant Tour(s) / In-Person Lab
  • Workplace Ethics (16hrs)
  • Financial Literacy (20hrs)
  • Optional OSHA 10 Card Add-On

Program Schedule

  • Program can be completed in 10-weeks. Includes e-learning modules, online instruction with live lectures and live tours of different manufacturing processes and hands-on activities.

Student Requirements

  • An individual must be 18 years of age or older, a U.S. citizen or eligible non-citizen and registered with Selective Service (if applicable).
  • All students welcome; Student should possess a high mechanical aptitude and interest in manufactory technology.

Career Opportunities

  • Manufacturing /Production Technician. Starting at $20.00/hourly.
  • Welding Technician. Starting at $20.00/hourly.
  • Quality Inspection. Starting at $20.00/hourly.
  • Safety Supervisor. Starting at $15.00 – $21.00/hourly.