Overview and Award Outcomes
Overview
The Production Technologies certificate will provide students with training, education, and skills to build a base knowledge of manufacturing processes and plant operations, generally for entry-level positions. Graduates can use the knowledge gained in this certificate to build upon a manufacturing career path leading to higher-level careers like Automation, Machining, and Welding. Students will receive training in industry practices for safety, manufacturing processes, maintenance, and quality control including lean principles. Interpreting mechanical drawings and applying technical mathematics will be included along with workplace computer skills and career success skills.
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Award Outcomes
Apply appropriate safety procedures
Apply technical mathematic skills to production processes
Analyze and apply specific manufacturing process procedures
Analyze quality systems and components
Interpret mechanical drawings
Model career success skills
Career Opportunities
According to Minnesota’s Department of Employment and Economic Development, manufacturers are projected to have over 1,500 jobs available in automation, machining, and welding each year for the next 10 years, and those projects are expected to grow.