Manufacturing Technology

Program Code:

MP

Degree:

Associate in Science

This program may be completed at QCC Worcester (Main Campus); other local locations may be used to enhance the educational experience of the student.
This program may be completed face-to-face.

Connections:

The following certificate(s) can be completed along with this associate degree:

Manufacturing Technology - CNC Technologies Certificate

Manufacturing Technology - Computer Aided Design Certificate

Manufacturing Technology Certificate

Program Contact Email:

Manufacturing@qcc.mass.edu

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Goals

Program Goals:

The Manufacturing Technology associate degree program is designed to prepare graduates to enter the field of advanced manufacturing. Students will gain an understanding of materials and manufacturing processes, as well as the quality systems in place in modern industry. Using safe working practices, students will learn to operate and maintain a variety of production equipment. Since there is a strong focus on applied mathematical and scientific knowledge in advanced manufacturing, students will obtain an advanced understanding of electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic systems. Use of PCs, communication skills, CNC machine tools, and CAD/CAM software will allow successful graduates to enhance their ability to add value to any manufacturing environment. Graduates will be able to apply lean principles and automation techniques to improve process and product efficiency and quality.

Student Learning Outcomes:

Upon completion of the program, graduates will be able to:

Apply mathematical and scientific concepts to solve manufacturing problems.
Understand the process of product development through design and experimentation.
Supervise and manage a variety of manufacturing systems.
Work in multicultural and multidisciplinary teams to assess and improve system performance.
Practice safe working protocols to nurture ethical responsibilities.
Communicate technical information both verbally and in written form.
Use modern tooling, skills, and techniques for effective manufacturing systems practice.
Understand the behavior of a variety of material properties as they relate to manufacturing processing.
Apply accurate design methodology and use industry standard CAD/CAM software to improve quality and production.
Identify problems before they occur and design a solution.
Understand and manage product variability as defined by quality systems.
Apply advanced methods of analysis, synthesis, and control of manufacturing systems.
Safely operate, program, and set up a variety of CNC equipment.
Measure manufacturing process variables and draw credible technical conclusions.
Apply lean principles in the operation and development of production systems.

Classes

Curriculum:

Course Title	Course #	Semester Offered	Credits	Prerequisites
Semester 1 Apply and get accepted to this program (Program Code: MP). Register for and successfully complete all courses to graduate in four semesters. Complete MAT 123 and MAT 124 for transfer goal; Complete MAT 147 and MAT 148 for employment goal. Complete MNT 101 and MNT 108. MNT 100 and MNT 108 include certification exams.
Introduction to Microcomputer Applications	CIS 111	F/S/SU	3
College Mathematics I: Pre-Calculus or	MAT 123	F/S/SU	3-4	MAT 100 or approp place score
Mathematics for Technicians I	MAT 147	F/S/SU	3-4	MAT 095 with a grade of “C” or higher or approp place score
Manufacturing Safety	MNT 100	F/S	3	Placement into college level English, MAT 095 with a grade of “C” or higher or approp place score
Mechanical CAD I	MNT 101	F/S	3	MAT 095 with a grade of “C” or higher or approp place score
Basic Machine Operation	MNT 108	F/S	3	MAT 095 with a grade of “C” or higher or approp place score
		Total	15-16
Semester 2 Meet with a QCC Career Services Representative and attend Workshops. See www.QCC.edu/career-services. Complete ENG 101. Complete MNT 106 and MNT 115.
Composition I	ENG 101	F/S/SU	3	Placement into college level English
College Mathematics II: Trigonometry or	MAT 124	F/S/SU	3-4	MAT 123 or approp place score
Mathematics for Technicians II	MAT 148	F/S/SU	3-4	MAT 147
Quality	MNT 106	F/S	3
Manufacturing Materials and Processes	MNT 110	F/S	3	MAT 095 with a grade of “C” or higher or approp place score
Maintenance and Instrumentation in Manufacturing	MNT 115	F/S	3
		Total	15-16
Semester 3 Meet with Program Coordinator to discuss readiness for MNT 299. Meet with a Career Services Representative for Job Search Assistance services. Complete MNT 103 and MNT 210. Complete PHY 101. MNT 103, MNT 210, and MNT 217 include certification exams.
Pre Cooperative Education Seminar	CPS 298	F/S	0
Composition II or	ENG 102	F/S/SU	3	ENG 101
Technical Writing	ENG 105	F/S/SU	3	ENG 101
Solid Modeling	MNT 103	F/S	3	ERG 101 or MNT 101
CNC Programming	MNT 210	F	4	Coreq: MNT 101, MNT 108
Process Automation & Robotics	MNT 217	F	3	CIS 111, Coreq: MNT 115
Physics I	PHY 101	F	4	MAT 148 or Coreq: MAT 124
		Total	17
Semester 4 Complete MNT 215 and MNT 216. Complete MNT 299 (with Program Coordinator approval). MNT 215 and MNT 218 include certification exams. Submit an Intent to Graduate Form, located on The Q.
Computer-Aided Manufacturing	MNT 215	S	4	MNT 101, MNT 210
Manufacturing Capstone Project	MNT 216	S	4	MNT 102 or MNT 103, MNT 210
Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma	MNT 218	S	3	MNT 106
Cooperative Work Experience & Seminar	MNT 299	F/S/SU	3	CPS 298, Approval of Program Coordinator
Physics II	PHY 102	S	4	PHY 101
		Total	18
Total Credits Required:			65-67

Elective Information

Cost & Requirements

Program Admissions Requirements:

Students should note that some first semester courses carry minimum prerequisites. Refer to the program grid.

High School Diploma or GED/HiSET.

Admissions Process:

Admissions inquiries should be directed to admissions [at] qcc.mass.edu. Prospective students may apply to the program of their choice by following the enrollment steps at www.QCC.edu/enrollment-steps.

Technical Performance Standards:

See the Technical Performance Standards page. (Note: Not all programs have technical performance standards).

Credit for Prior Learning:

Students with certifications or over five years of major-related work experience may be eligible to earn credit for prior learning. To apply students must complete a profile at https://myexperiencecounts.mass.edu/

To evaluate technical prior learning credit, students should contact the Program Coordinator.

CORI, SORI, Finger Printing & Drug Testing:

Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) checks are not required. Finger printing and drug testing are not required.

CORI/SORI checks, finger printing, and drug testing may be required of students enrolled in MNT 299.

Additional Cost:

See the Program Fees page.

Graduates may be required to meet at off-campus locations and are expected to provide their own transportation to these venues. Types of venues used vary each semester, but may include company tours outside of class and/or training at other local educational facilities.
Students should anticipate additional expenses for professional certification examinations.

Additional Information:

The courses in this program are aligned with national standards as set by National Association of Manufacturers (NAM), Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC), and the statewide standards as defined by the Manufacturing Advancement Center Workforce Innovation Collaborative (MACWIC).
During the course of this program, students will be required to take industry prescribed certifications. See program grid for details.
Certifications:
- Manufacturing Advancement Center Workforce Innovation Collaborative (MACWIC Level 1-3): www.macwic.org/.
- Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA 30): www.osha.com.
- Certified Education Robot Training (FANUC CERT) - Handling Tool Operations and Programming: http://robot.fanucamerica.com.
- Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA): www.solidworks.com/sw/support/796_ENU_HTML.htm?pid=446.

Career

Career Outlook:

Please consult the Massachusetts Career Information System at https://masscis.intocareers.org/ or the Occupational Outlook Handbook at www.bls.gov/ooh/ for specific occupational information. The CIP code for this program is 15.0613.

Transfer Articulations & Opportunities:

Prospective students may learn more about transfer articulation agreements at www.QCC.edu/agreements. More information regarding transfer opportunities is available at www.QCC.edu/transfer.

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Contact QCC Admissions at 508.854.4262 for more information.

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