Advanced Manufacturing
The Advanced Manufacturing program prepares you for a variety of skills used in the manufacturing process, making you a valued employee!
About this Program
Advanced Manufacturing students develop integrated skills in machining, welding, instrumentation and automation, electrical, electronics, fluid power, mechanical systems, and programmable logic control. Modern manufacturing processes have created a demand for multi-skilled workers who have strong abilities in more than one field.
Advanced Manufacturing Majors
Building Automation
About this Major
A comprehensive system designed to monitor, control, and optimize various functions within a building, such as heating, ventilation, air conditioning (HVAC), lighting, security, and energy usage. Leveraging sensors, actuators, and centralized control systems, it gathers real-time data on environmental conditions and occupant activities to make intelligent decisions aimed at enhancing comfort, safety, and efficiency. Through sophisticated algorithms and machine learning techniques, it adjusts settings dynamically to meet desired performance objectives while minimizing energy consumption and operational costs. Additionally, it often includes remote access capabilities, allowing facility managers to monitor and manage building operations from anywhere, thus facilitating proactive maintenance and troubleshooting.
Licensure / Certifications
- NC3 Building Automation Systems
- NC3 BAS 2- Automation
*One certification paid by Francis Tuttle. Additional, optional certifications are available at student expense.
Courses
- HVAC Basics 50 hours
- DDC-Direct Digital Controls 150 hours
- Lighting Controls 50 hours
- Hydronic Heating Systems 90 hours
- Systems Integration 140 hours
Mechatronics is required as a prerequisite
Tuition & Costs
Costs for High School Students
Licensure/Certifications
- NC3 Building Automation Systems
- NC3 BAS 2- Automation
Tuition & Fees
N/A
Textbooks, Supplies, and Certifications (Estimated)
One certification paid by Francis Tuttle
Additional, optional certifications are available at student expense
Total Estimated Costs for High School Students
None
Costs for In-State Adult Students
Costs for Out-of-State Adult Students
Instrumentation and Process Control Technician
About this Major
Students in Francis Tuttle’s Advanced Manufacturing Program develop integrated skills in the fields of machining, welding, instrumentation and automation, electrical, electronics, fluid power, mechanical systems, and programmable logic control. These skills have traditionally been developed in separate, stand-alone training programs; however, modern manufacturing processes have created a demand for multi-skilled workers who have strong abilities in more than one field.
Licensure / Certifications
- NC3
- Siemen’s Automation
- Universal Robotics
- ISA CST Associate
- Starrett
*One certification paid by Francis Tuttle. Additional, optional certifications are available at student expense.
Courses
- Industrial Electronics 120 hours
- Instrumentation and Control I 120 hours
- Instrumentation and Control II 120 hours
- Control Systems 120 hours
Mechatronics is required as a prerequisite
Tuition & Costs
Costs for In-State Adult Students
Costs for Out-of-State Adult Students
Mechatronics
About this Major
Students in Francis Tuttle’s Advanced Manufacturing Program develop integrated skills in the fields of machining, welding, instrumentation and automation, electrical, electronics, fluid power, mechanical systems, and programmable logic control. These skills have traditionally been developed in separate, stand-alone training programs; however, modern manufacturing processes have created a demand for multi-skilled workers who have strong abilities in more than one field.
Licensures / Certifications
- NC3
- Siemen's Automation
- Starrett
- OSHA 10 - General Industry
*One certification paid by Francis Tuttle. Additional, optional certifications are available at student expense.
Financial Aid is available for those who qualify.
Courses
- Industrial Mechanics 150 hours
- Industrial Electricity 90 hours
- Electromechanical Devices 150 hours
- Fluid Power 90 hours
- Programmable Logic Control Programming 150 hours
- Programmable Logic Controller Interfacing 155 hours
- Programmable Applications 175 hours
Tuition & Costs
Costs for High School Students
Certifications are given at no charge to the student.
Licensures/Certifications
- NC3
- Siemen's Automation
- Starrett
- OSHA 10 - General Industry
Textbooks, Supplies and Certifications
- Casio Scientific Calculator (optional) - $26.00
- Digital Multimeter (optional) - $56.00
Total Estimated Cost
High School Students - up to $82.00
Costs for In-State Adult Students
Costs for Out-of-State Adult Students
Robotic Systems Technician
About this Major
In the Robotic Systems Technician career major, students will learn to install, maintain, troubleshoot and repair robots and automated systems. They work with both mechanical and electrical components of robots, as well as the control systems that govern their operation.
Licensure / Certifications
- Universal Robotics
- NC3
- Siemen’s Automation
- Starrett
*One certification paid by Francis Tuttle. Additional, optional certifications are available at student expense.
Courses
- Robotics & Troubleshooting 120 hours
- PLC & Robotics 120 hours
- Servo Motors 120 hours
- Automation 120 hours
Tuition & Costs
Costs for High School Students
Licensure / Certifications
- Universal Robotics
- NC3
- Siemen’s Automation
- Starrett
Tuition & Fees
N/A
Textbooks, Supplies and Certifications
One certification paid by Francis Tuttle
Additional, optional certifications are available at student expense
Total Estimated Cost
No cost
Costs for In-State Adult Students
Costs for Out-of-State Adult Students
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