PATRICIA A. HANNAFORD CAREER CENTER
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ADVANCED MANUFACTURING & ENGINEERING
PREPARE FOR A CAREER IN HIGH-TECH MANUFACTURING OR AS AN ENGINEER
Unlock your future in high-tech industries like aerospace, avionics, defense manufacturing, medical devices, robotics, and automation.
Are you someone who loves working with your hands, solving complex problems, and being at the forefront of technology? Do you want a career that offers stability, high wages, and endless opportunities for growth? If so, then our Advanced Manufacturing & Engineering program is the perfect fit for you!
In this cutting-edge lab, you'll design and innovate with state-of-the-art machinery, including Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines, 3D printers, laser, water-jet, plasma cutter, and advanced robotics. This program emphasizes hands-on training from day one. You'll work in a real-world, advanced manufacturing environment, gaining practical experience that will set you apart in the job market.
This two-year program focuses on precision metrology, Computer-Aided Design (CAD) and Manufacturing (CAM) techniques, CNC machining, and automation. Students will earn college credit and sought-after industry credentials while designing and building a variety of projects, diving deep into each aspect of fabrication, purchasing, machining, construction, testing, and project management. In their second year, students complete complex independent projects, honing advanced skills in coding, programming, machining, and fabrication. Students may also choose to showcase their skills by competing in a variety of competitions at SkillsUSA.
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GRADES 11-12 | HALF DAY | 120 MINUTES DAILY
COURSE DETAILS
RECOMMENDED PREPARATION
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Successful completion of an integrated math class
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Fine and gross motor skills
CREDITS EARNED
Based on two semesters:
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1 math credit
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1 science credit
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1 elective credit
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.5 option for design credit (MUHS only)
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.5 option for technology credit (VUHS only)​​
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Qualifying students can earn up to 12 CCV credits for manufacturing, engineering and design, and sketching, blueprint reading, geometric dimensioning, and tolerancing.
INDUSTRY RECOGNIZED CREDENTIALS (IRC) EARNED
Haas CNC Mill Operator
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Haas CNC Lathe Operator
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SME Certified Manufacturing Associate
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PROFESSIONAL SKILL BUILDING
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Design & Engineering
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Metal Fabrication
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CNC Programming
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Lathe Operation
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Grinding
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CNC Plasma Cutting
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Milling
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Project Testing
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Tool and Die Design
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CAD/CAM
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Blueprint Reading
CAREER AND TECHNICAL STUDENT
ORGANIZATION (CTSO)
