MAT2 Presenters
Janene Erne
Director of Technology Programs and Apprenticeship
Oakland Community College
Auburn Hills MI 48093
jkerne@oaklandcc.edu
www.oaklandcc.edu/apprenticeship
The need for
CHANGE
Success in the New Economy
Video By: Kevin Fleming, Brainpower Task Force
http://www.mitalent.org/mat2/
Now Hiring!
Our industry
has been
depleted over
the years,
therefore, our
only hope is to
develop the
people of the
future.”
-Robert Pelachyk, President & CEO
Heller Machine Tools U.S
Michigan is #1 in
manufacturing and #2
in technology job growth
since 2010
Metro Detroit up 15% in
tech jobs.
Detroit is seen as a
national hub for tech
startups
Advanced Manufacturing in Michigan
•
Manufacturing accounts for 94% of Michigan’s exports
•
Michigan manufacturers employ 12.3% of the state’s
workforce
Source: National Association of Manufacturers
Unskilled
10%
4 YR Degree
20%
Unskilled
60%
4 YR Degree
33%
1960
2018
Skilled Trade
20%
Skilled Trade
57%
HARVARD UNIVERSITY STUDY
SOURCE: SUCCESS IN THE NEW ECONOMY, KEVIN FLEMING
What is MAT2?
Michigan Advanced Technical Training
A dual education system for
Students interested in
manufacturing or technology careers.
MAT 2 Program Overview
1 Standardization
7 Responsibility
6 Extendability
Combined Responsibility Michigan (state)
Enterprises,
Industry Diversity
Colleges ,
Government
different professions
…bachelors.. doctoratelevel
2 Credentials
Accepted Credentials
Associate’s
DoL Apprenticeship,
German certification
Holistic 3 Components
Theory and Practice
Working Competences
5 Duality Maturity
Content (Technical, Social,
Language,..)
Accredited
(National Accreditation
Committee)
Transferability
High schools
Colleges (MAT2) &
Universities
3 Portability
Independence
Education & Certification
4 Quality
MAT2: 7 Major Requirements to fulfill !
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Programs Offered
Mechatronics
Technical Product
Design
Information
Technology
Projected Growth &
Salary Data
Mechatronics
Mechanical Engineering Technician (Mechatronics)
5% growth 2012-2022
2012 Median Pay: $51,980 annually
Technical Product Design
Industrial Engineering Technicians (TPD)
7.5% growth 2010-2020
2012 Median Pay: $50,980 annually
Information Technology
Information Security Analysts, Web Developers, and Computer (IT Program)
15.9% growth 2010-2020
2012 Median Pay: $77,990 annually
Source: Michigan Labor Market Information, U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics
Mechatronic Technician
What will students learn during this program?
 A combination of electrical, mechanical and electronic skills to solve
systematic problems
 Learn basic solutions using a holistic approach
 How to support engineers, modify machines, make minor changes,
repairs, test, and provide maintenance for related equipment
Technical Product Design
What will students learn in this program?
 Prepares individuals for duties that create or modify product
design
 How to work with engineers, model makers, sales and
marketing staff and other skilled people
 Become competent in use and creation of internal/client
presentations, 2D drawings, technical documentation, 3-D
models, and computer simulations
Information Technology
What will students learn in this program?
 Technical, business, and customer areas of IT
 Installing, troubleshooting, maintaining and updating technologies
 Communicate to both internal and external customers
 Specialize in one of three tracks:
Software Infrastructure
IT Security Track
Student Benefits of MAT2
 College tuition paid by employer
 On-the-job training with pay
YR 1 $9.00 YR 2 $10.50 YR 3 $12.00
 Receive a $200 per week stipend during school sessions
 Associate’s Degree
 Student is hired by employer at start of program.
Employment is continued after graduation.
Student Benefits of MAT2
 Curriculum focused on performance, being able to
demonstrate skills learned
 Alternating class and work periods
 Professional work experience during the 3-year program.
School and Work Schedule
Year 4 &5
Full-time
Work
Year 1 ,2 and 3:
Work periods: 8 Weeks
School periods: 8 Weeks
School and Work Schedule
Year 1
Year 2
School
Work
School
Work
School
Work
Work
Work
School
Work
School
School
Work
Work
Work
School
School
Work
Year 3
Work
School
Academic Providers
Mechatronics
IT
Mechatronics
Technical
Product Design
Mechatronics
Technical Product Design
MAT 2 Industry Partners
Participating Companies
Borg-Warner
Eberspaecher
KOSTAL
Brose U.S.
EMAG
Pontiac Coil
Cadillac Products
Frimo
Secure 24
Automotive Parts
FTE
Siemens
Dasi
Jenoptik
Van-Rob Kirchoff
Duerr
Kern-Liebers
VW
Detroit Diesel
Kessler
ZF
Proper
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How to Become a MAT2 Student
STEP 1: Register as a Community College student
Needed to take COMPASS or Accuplacer test only
(Henry Ford CC, Oakland CC, Mott CC, Macomb CC)
STEP 2: Take COMPASS placement test, check local
community college for days and times
STEP 3: Register online www.mitalent.org/mat2
application
resume
COMPASS scores
letters of recommendations (optional)
STEP 4:
Student receives email
qualified OR remediation needed
not qualified
How to Become a MAT2 Student
STEP 5: Invitation to Company Fair
STEP 6: If selected by a company, 2nd interview
scheduled
STEP 7: Companies will choose students and
make offer to participate in MAT2
STEP 8: Student accepts offer
CONGRATULATIONS! You are a
MAT2 student!
Apply Now!
www.mitalent.org/mat2
Application Deadline
July 11
Company Fair
July 17
F.A.Q.
Q: Is there an application fee?
A: No, applying is free for the student
Q: Do I have to apply to the community college to take
COMPASS?
A: Yes, you must apply to the CC first, which has a 48 hour
processing time
Q: Can I start the application before I take the COMPASS
test?
A: It is advised that you take the COMPASS test first, then
apply at www.mitalent.com/ mat2
Q: I am a HS junior, can I apply to MAT2?
A: No, you must be a senior or graduated.
F.A.Q.
Q: Will I attend the college at which I take my Compass/Accuplacer
test?
A: No, academic provider assignment is based on the employer
Q: Is previous Career Technical Education experience required?
A: No, but it can be a benefit when speaking to companies
Q: How many slots are available for 2014?
A: 90-100 students will participate for 2014
Questions?
Contacts
Kim Rovinski
Orbitak International
248-990-3045
Kim.Rovinski@orbitak-international.com
Website Info:
www.mitalent.org/mat2