Forsyth Tech Workplan - The Manufacturing Institute

NAM-Endorsed Skills Certification System

Implementation Plan

Submitted to Emily Stover DeRocco, President

The Manufacturing Institute

June 3, 2009

TABLE OF CONTENTS

Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 3

Task 1 ........................................................................................................................................... 3

Task 2 ........................................................................................................................................... 9

Task 3 ......................................................................................................................................... 12

Task 4 ......................................................................................................................................... 14

Task 5 ......................................................................................................................................... 16

Task 6 ......................................................................................................................................... 16

Task 7 ......................................................................................................................................... 16

Task 8 ......................................................................................................................................... 17

Task 9 ......................................................................................................................................... 18

Task 10 ....................................................................................................................................... 18

Task 11 ....................................................................................................................................... 20

Task 12 ....................................................................................................................................... 21

Task 13 ....................................................................................................................................... 22

Task 14 ....................................................................................................................................... 23

Task 15 ....................................................................................................................................... 24

Appendices ................................................................................................................................. 26

Appendix 1 ........................................................................................................................... 27

Appendix 2 ........................................................................................................................... 29

Appendix 3 ........................................................................................................................... 30

Appendix 4 ........................................................................................................................... 52

Forsyth Technical Community College | June 3, 2009 2

I

NTRODUCTION

Forsyth Technical Community College (Forsyth Tech) has developed a workplan for the implementation of the NAM-Endorsed Skills Certification System. Eleven of our programs will be aligned with NAM-

Endorsed Skills Certifications with a gradual roll-out, beginning with our Machining Technology diploma program. These programs were chosen because they focus on training students for careers in manufacturing. We believe that our eleven programs fall in to two groups:

1.

2.

Programs already closely aligned with an AWS or NIMS skills certification, include Welding,

Machining, Industrial Systems Technology and Mechanical Engineering Technology will be compared to the AWS or NIMS certification competencies (modularized content to be provided by Pearson). Any gaps identified will be addressed by the faculty. In addition, WorkKeys testing, leading to a Career Readiness Certificate (CRC), will be offered to students prior to program completion. Further training through KeyTrain, which is free to low-income students, or college credit classes will be available to students wanting to achieve improved results and a higher level CRC. Attainment of a minimum of a bronze level CRC, an AWS or NIMS certification, and a diploma or associates degree will be established as expected credentialing outcomes.

The remaining seven programs (Race Car Technology, Graphic Arts and Imaging Technology,

Computer Engineering Technology, Electronics Engineering Technology, Biotechnology,

Nanotechnology and Global Logistics) are not closely related to the MCCS, AWS or NIMS certifications. WorkKeys testing leading to a CRC will be offered in these programs, as described above. Credentialing outcomes will be established to include a minimum of a bronze level CRC and a diploma or associates degree.

While the stackable credentials offered by the NAM-Endorsed Skills Certification System are relevant for all Forsyth Tech students in the eleven identified programs, our outreach will target at least four categories of low-income youth: high school students, existing college students, GED students and unemployed/underemployed job seekers.

We have addressed the NAM provided task list and developed a timeline for planning and implementation in the following report.

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At the community college level, the workplan will detail the following tasks to execute:

TASK 1: Using real-time data on occupational, employment, and industry outlooks provided by EMSI (Economic Modeling Specialists, Inc.), complete a validation of the job availability and growth patterns within the regional economy served by the community college (available to the zip code level);


1.

Define your Manufacturing Region:



Our region is the Winston-Salem Metropolitan Statistical Area (WS-MSA) which consists of

Davie, Forsyth, Stokes, and Yadkin counties in North Carolina.



The service area for Forsyth Tech is determined by the legislature and includes Forsyth and

Stokes counties, two of the four counties that make up the WS-MSA. Demographic information on Forsyth County and on Forsyth Tech’s students can be found in Appendix 1.



Forsyth Tech programs respond to the needs of employers in the Piedmont Triad which encompasses 12 counties.

Status: Completed

Completion date:

Cost estimate:

June 2009

Administration (see TASK 15 below)

2. Review North Carolina LMI information:

Occupational Trends

Manufacturing Employment in 2006 and Projected to 2016

Northwest Piedmont WDB, (Davie, Forsyth, Rockingham, Stokes, Surry, and Yadkin Counties)

Total Total Annualized

Industry

Manufacturing Total

Computer and Electronic Product Manufacturing

Transportation Equipment Manufacturing

Machinery Manufacturing

Primary Metal Manufacturing

Petroleum and Coal Products Manufacturing

Plastics and Rubber Products Manufacturing

Food Manufacturing

Nonmetallic Mineral Product Manufacturing

Employment

2006

46,290

2,430

1,230

2,240

950

30

2,580

2,150

970

Employment

2016

35,050

3,400

1,560

2,300

960

30

910

2,470

2,050

Growth

Rate

-2.70

3.40

2.40

0.30

0.10

0.00

-0.40

-0.50

-0.60

Wood Product Manufacturing

Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing

Miscellaneous Manufacturing

Chemical Manufacturing

Paper Manufacturing

Printing and Related Support Activities

1,240

3,400

1,100

800

1,350

1,150

1,640

1,160

3,100

1,000

710

1,170

940

1,060

-0.70

-0.90

-0.90

-1.20

-1.40

-2.00

-4.30

Electrical Equipment, Appliance, and Component

Manufacturing

Textile Mills 9,560 5,750 -5.00

Beverage and Tobacco Product Manufacturing

Furniture and Related Product Manufacturing

Apparel Manufacturing

*Source: Employment Security Commission of North Carolina

5,890

1,620

4,970

3,450

700

1,660

-5.20

-8.00

-10.40


Occupational Employment and Wages

Production Occupations, 2008

Winston-Salem Metropolitan Statistical Area, (Davie, Forsyth, Stokes, and Yadkin Counties)

Occupation

Production Occupations Total

Team Assemblers

Packaging & Filling Machine Operators & Tenders

Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers & Weighers

First-Line Supervisors/Managers of Production and

Operating Workers

Electrical and Electronic Equipment Assemblers

Welders, Cutters, Solders, and Brazers

Machinists

Sewing Machine Operators

Textile Bleaching & Dyeing Machine Operators and Tenders

Textile Knitting and Weaving Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters,

Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Printing Machine Operators

Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Computer-Controlled Machine Tool Operators, Metal and

Plastic

Coating, Painting, and Spraying Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and

Plastic

Structural Metal Fabricators and Fitters

Bakers

Mixing and Blending Machine Setters, Operators, and

Tenders

Woodworking Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Cutting and Slicing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Butchers and Meat Cutters

Textile Cutting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and

Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Job Printers

Food and Tobacco Roasting, Baking, and Drying Machine

Operators and Tenders

Tool and Die Makers

Sawing Machine Setters, Operators & Tenders, Wood

Painting, Coating, and Decorating Workers

Assemblers and Fabricators, All Other

Tailors, Dressmakers, and Custom Sewers

Water & Liquid Waste Treatment Plant & System Operations

21,900 $9.19 $15.13 $13.61 $18.11

2,470 $8.38 $12.42 $11.34 $14.44

1,860 $8.90 $19.19 $14.76 $24.34

1,550 $9.47 $13.44 $12.14 $15.43

1,430 $15.40 $23.84 $22.43 $28.05

1,030 $10.59 $12.69 $12.64 $13.75

730

690

680

640

580

500

440

340

320

230

200

180

170

150

140

140

130

120

100

100

90

90

90

90

80

80

80

$13.93

$12.60

$7.45

$8.86 $11.95 $11.81 $13.49

$8.50 $11.41 $11.49 $12.87

$10.70

$9.22

$9.70

$12.62

$12.21

$8.45

$11.06

$18.21

$17.46

$9.69

$14.75

$18.15

$17.87

$9.66

$13.97

$20.35

$19.89

$10.81

$16.60

$7.81 $10.67 $10.79 $12.10

$9.82 $13.11 $12.91 $14.75

$7.70

$0.00

$9.01

$9.24

$12.55

$13.46 n/a

$18.59

$8.42

$6.87

$7.44

$9.02

$12.93

$16.04

$14.02

$14.30

$16.95

$15.51

$10.95

$10.33

$0.00

$12.90

$11.03

$14.41

$16.45 n/a

$21.57

$10.88

$9.86

$10.58

$11.83

$16.55

$16.77

$13.28

$13.83

$17.04

$14.86

$10.34

$9.15

$0.00

$13.42

$10.70

$13.49

$16.45 n/a

$21.96

$10.00

$9.20

$10.75

$12.17

$15.52

$18.71

$16.42

$16.59

$19.11

$17.17

$12.21

$11.64

$0.00

$14.84

$11.92

$15.35

$17.94 n/a

$23.05

$12.11

$11.35

$12.15

$13.24

$18.36


Food Batchmakers

Grinding, Lapping, Polishing, and Buffing Machine

Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders,

Metal and Plastic

Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and


Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and


Welding, Soldering, and Brazing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders

Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners

Numerical Tool and Process Control Programmers

Heat Treating Equipment Setters, Operators, and Tenders,

Metal and Plastic

Upholsterers

Stationary Engineers and Boiler Operators

Medical Appliance Technicians

Painters, Transportation Equipment

70

60

60

40

30

30

30

20

20

$9.85 $12.70 $12.31 $14.13

$7.95 $11.98 $11.64 $13.99

$9.82 $13.49 $12.53 $15.32

$12.78 $15.49 $15.41 $16.84

$10.54 $13.20 $11.82 $14.52

$12.91 $15.01 $14.26 $16.06

$12.22 $15.70 $16.54 $17.44

$19.74 $24.27 $24.75 $26.53

$11.80 $15.52 $15.64 $17.38

20

20

20

20

$13.69 $14.77 $14.83 $15.31

$13.00 $18.23 $15.42 $20.84

$9.91 $12.45 $12.14 $13.72

$12.59 $17.95 $17.45 $20.63

Bindery Workers

Prepress Technicians and Workers

Laundry and Dry-Cleaning Workers

Pressers, Textile, Garment, and Related Materials

Cabinetmakers and Bench Carpenters

Photographic Process Workers

*

*

*

*

*

*

$8.44 $12.04 $12.19 $13.84

$11.92 $17.42 $17.11 $20.17

$7.19 $9.07 $9.08 $10.01

$7.31 $9.37 $9.66 $10.41

$8.58 $11.29 $10.57 $12.64

$7.45 $10.96 $8.99 $12.72

*Source: Employment Security Commission of North Carolina

Status: Completed


Cost estimate:

June 2009


3. Verify the EMSI Report

EMSI data shows the decline of the manufacturing sector in the WS-MSA. However, manufacturing represented more than 10% of the jobs in 2008 and accounted for 26% of earnings. Data from the

Employment Security Commission of North Carolina (ESC) verifies the EMSI Report. We continue to work with the ESC to collect data.

Status:

Cost estimate:


Started May 2009

June 2009


Manufacturing Data from EMSI Report

Winston-Salem Metropolitan Statistical Area, (Davie, Forsyth, Stokes, and Yadkin Counties)



Industry Size & Growth

Sector 2006 Regional Jobs 2008 Regional Jobs Growth % Growth 2009 EPW

Manufacturing 31,543 29,130

Source: Economic Modeling Specialist, Inc. (EMSI) Spring 2009

-12,414 -8% $70,718




Manufacturing Overview

Sector

Manufacturing

2006 Regional Jobs

31,543

% Regional Jobs

11.6%

Source: Economic Modeling Specialist, Inc. (EMSI) Spring 2009

2006 State Jobs

570,755



Manufacturing Detail—Fastest Growing Sub Sectors 2006-2008

NAICS 2006

Code Description Jobs

2008

Jobs

325211 Plastics material and resin manufacturing

333924 Industrial truck, trailer, and stacker mfg.

325212 Synthetic rubber manufacturing

327211 Flat glass manufacturing

332323 Ornamental and architectural metal work mfg.

335314 Relay and industrial control manufacturing

332998 Enameled Iron and metal sanitary ware mfg.

332812 Metal coating and non-precious engraving

804

389

297

39

1,675

834

705

418

333 656

1,807 2.113

<10

794

278

1,065

% State Jobs

10.9%

Change

871

445

408

379

323

306

271

Change

%

108%

114%

138%

976%

97%

17%

34%

333412 Industrial and commercial fan and blower mfg 132 382 250 190%

331528 Other nonferrous foundries, axe. die-casting 516 762 246 48%

Source: EMSI Complete Employment-Spring 2009



Largest Productions Occupations—2006-2011

SOC Code Description

2006

Jobs

2011

Jobs Change

%

Change

New

&

Rep.

Jobs

%

New

&

Rep.

2009

Median

Hourly

Earnings

2,527 2,226 (301) (12%) (71) (3%) $11.35 51-2092 Team assemblers

51-9111

Packaging and filling machine operators and tenders

51-9198 Helpers··Production workers

1,968 1,450 (518) (26%) (316) (16%) $14.76

1,942 1,550 (392) (20%) (185) (10%) $11.74

51·9061

51-1011

Inspectors, testers, sorters, samplers, and weighers

First -line supervisors/managers of production and operating workers

1,676 1,329 (347) (21%) (191) (11%) $12.17

1,543 1,315 (228) (15%) (78) (5%) $22.24

51-2022

Electrical and electronic equipment assemblers

51-6031 Sewing machine operators

1,073 814 (259) 247%) (63) (6%) $12.64

1,015 556 (459) (45%) 334) (33%) $9.90

51-4121 Welders, cutters, solderers, and brazers 772 783 11

51-6061

Textile bleaching and dyeing machine operators and tenders

1% 90 12% $17.62

723 413 (310) (43%) (190) (26%) $11.81

51-4041 Machinists 691 647 (44) (6%) 15 2% $17.85

51-6063

51-9196

Textile knitting and weaving machine setters, operators, and tenders

Paper goods machine setters, operators, and tenders

51·4072

Molding, coremaking, and casting machine setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic

51-5023 Printing machine operators

51-3023 Slaughterers and meat packers

673 531 (142) (21%) 19

541 654 113

500 494 (6)

464 411 (53)

372 342 (30)

21%

(1%)

3% $11.52

247 46% $15.24

80

(11%) 9

(8%) 22

16% $16.77

2%

6%

$13.43

$12.46


51-4031

51-4011

51-3022

51-9121

51·4023

Cutting, punching, and press machine setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic

Computer-controlled machine tool operators, metal and plastic

Meat, poultry, and fish cutters and trimmers

Coating, painting, and spraying machine setters, operators, and tenders

Roiling machine setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic

342 308 (34) (10%) 26 7% $13.83

307 313 6

251 264 13

2% 29 9% $17.04

5% 53 21% $12.41

246 212 (34) (14%) 2

222 192 (30) (14%) 1

1% $14.79

1% $10.34

Source: EMSI Complete Employment-Spring 2009

Status:


Started May 2009

June 2009

Validate statistics with local wisdom 4.

Members of Forsyth Tech’s faculty and staff have regular contact with local manufacturers as we provide customized training to meet their needs, work together to place students in internships or for permanent positions, and seek feedback to keep our programs relevant. Manufacturers in our area have been hard hit by the recession. More than twice as many people in our two county service area were receiving unemployment checks in April 2009 than in April 2008. However, businesses continue to tell us that they need industrial maintenance technicians, welders and CNC machinists. Brian Alley, the training manager at Kobe-Wieland, recently commented that while they have cut back on production hours and “aren’t hiring,” they need well-trained CNC machinists to run the new machinery they are in the process of installing. TurboCare, a major employer of graduates of our Machining diploma program, continues to have difficulty finding people with the right skills to replace its predominantly retirement- aged CNC machining workforce.

We will validate the statistics and the feedback that we have received to date from the manufacturers we work with regularly through our relationships with the Winston-Salem Chamber of Commerce, the

Piedmont Triad Partnership Advanced Manufacturing cluster, the Northwest Piedmont Work Force

Development Board, the local Employment Security Commission office, and the JobLink Career Centers in order to construct an accurate assessment of our local manufacturing job market. Each of the eleven participating programs has an industrial advisory committee that meets twice each year. Our assessment will be updated based on information shared at upcoming advisory committee meetings.

Status:


Started May 2009

December 2009


5. Look at real-time job opening

Search of Manufacturing Jobs as of June 1, 2009, in Winston-Salem, North Carolina

Search Engine

W-S Chamber of

Commerce (Triad Jobnet)

Keyword Search:

Manufacturing

0

Category Search:

Manufacturing

3

( 2 of which are WFUBMC

and FMC advertisements)

Search distance from 27103

30 miles

Monster.com

Career Builder

W-S Journal

(Redirect to Yahoo! Hot

Jobs)

36

87

33

106

11

33

11

29

30 miles

30 miles

Winston-Salem Area

Metro Area

Within

Last Days

60

Job.com

Craigslist

(Greensboro)

Craigslist

(Winston-Salem)

81 4

41

50

Winston-Salem Area

12 - Greensboro

16 - High Point

3 - Triad Area

1 - Winston-Salem

2 - Mocksville

3 - Welcome

44 - High

Point/Greensboro

60

30

30

Indeed.com jobs

(pulls from all online resources to form search list)

150

(with staffing agencies)

25 miles

Careerjet

(pulls from all online resources to

form search list)

SimplyHired

(pulls from all online resources to

form search list)

75 Greensboro

88 25 miles

Status:


Started May 2009

June 2009

TASK 2: Convene appropriate program cluster faculty and staff to provide details on the

NAM-Endorsed Skills Certification System;

1.

2.

NAM/MI to provide list of employers that have endorsed the approach.

Describe the faculty orientation process



Programs that prepare students for careers in manufacturing have been selected to implement the NAM-Endorsed Skills Certification System. Each program is led by faculty who meet the standards set by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools and have the appropriate academic and industry qualifications. The programs selected are:

15

30

60

30

60





May 2009

Identify early adopters and leaders o Machining Diploma program: We believe this program is closely aligned with NIMS competencies. Program Coordinator Donny Ratledge recently came from manufacturing and is excited about the NIMS certification process. There is tremendous demand locally for the CNC machinists who complete the program. o Machining Technology o Industrial Systems Technology o Mechanical Engineering Technology o Welding Technology o Race Car Technology o Graphic Arts and Imaging Technology o Computer Engineering Technology o Electronic Engineering Technology o Biotechnology o Nanotechnology o Global Logistics Technology

Status: Completed o Mechanical Engineering Technology associate degree program: We believe this program is closely aligned with NIMS competencies. Program Coordinator Todd Bishop is enthusiastic about offering NIMS certification in his program. o Welding Diploma program: We already have one instructor who is a CWI/CWE and member of AWS. We believe the program is closely aligned with AWS competencies.

Status:


Completed

May 2009



Identify programs for early deployment

Deployment stages for the college credit programs are as follows:

1.

January, 2010 (Spring Semester)

Machining Technology

Mechanical Engineering Technology

Welding Technology


2.

August, 2010 (Fall Semester)

Industrial Systems Technology

Race Car Technology

Graphic Arts and Imaging Technology

Computer Engineering Technology

Electronics Engineering Technology

3.

January, 2011 (Spring Semester)

Biotechnology

Global Logistics Technology

Nanotechnology

Status: Completed

Completion date: May 2009



The deans will be responsible for the faculty orientation process. A draft orientation agenda will include: o Conduct meetings by program clusters o Introduce the launch of the new NAM-Endorsed Manufacturing Skills Certification

System sponsored by the National Association of Manufacturers (NAM) and the

Manufacturing Institute o Describe the “wheel approach” to level of competencies

 Personal Effectiveness Competencies

 Academic Competencies

 Workplace Competencies

 Industry-Wide Technical Competencies o Explain aligning education to the skills certifications

 Education Path

 Career Path

 Certification o Introduce the certification partners

 ACT, Inc.

 National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS)

 The American Welding Association (AWS)

 The Society of Manufacturing Engineers (SME) o Discuss the integration of NAM-Endorsed Skills Certification within current curriculum/assets or new programs of study

 Stand-alone approach

 Interdisciplinary approach

Status:


To begin in August 2009

December 2009




Industry representatives (to be identified from MI’s list of manufacturers who endorse this approach) will be invited to meet with faculty to communicate the importance of this initiative. Faculty buy-in will be dependent on a strong show of local industry support of these certifications. through September 2010 for the final group

TASK 3: With MI, begin industry outreach and engagement;



Faculty in the eleven programs, their deans, advisory committees and the Piedmont Triad

Partnership Advanced Manufacturing cluster will develop a strategy for how to proceed across education and industry and engage the leadership in a dialogue of skills for the future.

Status:


To begin in June 2009

September 2009 (for programs to be implemented in January 2010)

1.

Status:


Will begin when list is received from MI

August 2009

NAM/MI will provide a list of employers that have endorsed the approach. We will contact and work with these employers throughout the planning and implementation process. In addition, we have identified the following manufacturers that currently work with Forsyth Tech and/or may become partners:



R. J. Reynolds



Hanesbrands, Inc .



Sara Lee Corp.



Deere-Hitachi



Cook Medical



Kobe-Weiland



Dell



Douglas Battery Manufacturing Co.



Liberty Hardware



Rock-Tenn



Ingersoll-Rand



Richard Childress Racing



B. E. Aerospace



TurboCare



Johnson Controls, Inc.



Atrium Windows and Doors



Kaba Access



LIMCO - Piedmont (Piedmont Aviation)



Best Services Group



Industries for the Blind



Carolina Narrow Fabric


2.

3.

4.

5.





Triumph Group (Frisbee Aerospace)



Carswell Distribution



Advanced Turbo Components

Grass America



Smurf-Stone Container Corporation



Hayward Industries



Motion Industries



Krispy Kreme



Corning Cable Systems, Inc.



Tyco Electronics Corp.

The identification of a key employer to serve as a regional champion will be made in conjunction with MI, based on MI’s list of employers who endorse this approach, with the assistance of the

Piedmont Triad Partnership Advanced Manufacturing cluster and the Winston-Salem Chamber of

Commerce. Businesses that we currently work with that might be considered for this role are:





Richard Childress Racing



Deere Hitachi





Cook Medical

Kobe-Weiland

TurboCare

Employer outreach materials provided by NAM will be supplemented with materials created by

Forsyth Tech’s marketing department (see Marketing Plan in Task 10).

Engage with employer networks through:



Piedmont Triad Partnership o Advanced Manufacturing cluster o Logistics and Distribution cluster o Creative Enterprises cluster



Winston- Salem Chamber of Commerce



CEO Roundtable



North Carolina Community College System BioNetwork



North Carolina JobLink Career Center



College credit programs’ advisory committees



North Carolina Biotechnology Center



Winston-Salem Society for Human Resources Management



Northwest Piedmont Workforce Development Board

A list of key industry meetings to attend will be compiled with the help of faculty, the Winston-

Salem Chamber of Commerce and the Piedmont Triad Partnership.

Status:


To begin in June 2009

September 2009


TASK 4: Conduct a comprehensive audit of the college’s current manufacturing programs of study/training content against the NAM-Endorsed Skills Certification System;

Our current career pathways and certification utilization have been outlined in Appendix 2. Forsyth

Tech is a WorkKeys test center and offers KeyTrain for preparation and remediation at no cost to low income individuals. CRC certification is available to all of our students but has mainly been marketed to our non-credit students. Through June 1, 2009, Forsyth Tech has issued CRC’s to 259 individuals. We believe that all eleven of our manufacturing related programs can be modified to offer students a CRC in addition to a diploma or an associate degree. Offering the CRC in these programs is picking the low hanging fruit because 1) we are already conducting WorkKeys testing and awarding CRCs, and 2) the workplace competencies necessary for a CRC are an essential part of our curriculum to prepare students for manufacturing careers. The following example of Machining Technology diploma program illustrates the courses that teach competencies necessary for the various CRC components:



Reading for Information: RED 070 Essential Reading Skills

RED 080 Intro to College Reading

RED 090 Improved College Reading

BPR 111 Blueprint reading

BPR 121 Blueprint reading: Mech

ISC 113 Industrial Specifications



Locating Information BPR 111 Blueprint reading

BPR 121 Blueprint reading: Mech




Applied Mathematics MAT 060 Essential Mathematics

MAT 070 Introductory Algebra

MAT 120 Geometry and Trigonometry

MAC 151 Machining Calculations

Our Machining, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Welding and Industrial Systems Technology programs are designed to prepare students for the demands of manufacturing careers but have not included AWS or NIMS certifications. However, these programs are within our Engineering

Technologies division which has significant experience with industry certifications: our Electronics

Engineering Technology program has been ABET certified since 1978 (recertified in 2008); our

Automotive Systems Technology program has been certified by NATEF since 2003 (recertified in 2008).

With the proper resources (Pearson’s modularized content to address each competency will be critical), our faculty will revise their programs to be in line with the NAM-Endorsed Skills Certification System.

Faculty will identify gaps and modify curriculum to address these. An example for our Machining

Technology diploma program follows:


Machining Diploma program alignment with NIMS

There are three levels of NIMS testing for the machining trade, the first two of which are appropriate for our Machining Technology diploma students. There are multiple credentials in each level: Level 1 has 11 and Level 2 has nine. This is a synopsis of how the machining program would align with the levels and what course would cover the skills necessary to pass the test.

BPR 111 Blueprint Reading*

L EVEL 1

Benchwork

BPR 121 Blueprint Reading: Mech*

MAC 111A Machining Technology IA

MAC 111B Machining Technology IB

MAC 112A Machining Technology IIA

MAC 112B Machining Technology IIB

MAC 113 Machining Technology III

Layout

Milling

Drill Press

Surface Grinding

Turning - Between Centers

Turning - Chucking

CNC Milling

CNC Turning

L EVEL 2

MAC 122 CNC Turning

MAC 124 CNC Milling

MEC 110 Intro to CAD/CAM

MAC 151 Machining Calculations*

MAT 120 Geometry and Trigonometry*

MEC 142 Physical Metallurgy*

* would apply to all areas

Turning - Between Centers

Turning - Chucking

Milling - Precision Locations

Grinding - Flats and Angles

Cylindrical Grinding

EDM - Plunge EDM

EDM - 2-Axis Wire EDM

CNC Turning

CNC Mill

This type of audit will be undertaken by the program coordinators of each of the 11 programs with the timing based on the program’s anticipated roll-out date:



The Machining Technology audit is complete in anticipation of a January 2010 implementation.



Mechanical Engineering Technology and Welding Technology will complete audits by

September 2009 for certification deployment in January 2010.



Industrial Systems Technology, Race Car Technology, Computer Engineering Technology,

Electronics Engineering Technology and Graphic Arts and Imaging Technology will complete audits by December 2009 for certification deployment in August 2010.




Biotechnology, Global Logistics Technology and Nanotechnology will complete audits by

March 2010 for certification deployment in January 2011.

Detailed information on each of the 11 programs can be found in Appendix 3.

Status:


Started in May 2009

March 2010

TASK 5: Map the Skills Certification System competency, standards, curriculum and performance expectations against any currently used curriculum, programs of study, courseware;

Each of Forsyth Tech’s 11 manufacturing programs has completed a map of its learning outcomes.

Faculty will compare their existing maps to the relevant certification competencies (using the Pearson modularized content) and make necessary revisions. The map for Machining Technology has been revised to include a CRC (bronze level or better) and NIMS levels 1 and 2 certification as credential outcomes (see Appendix 4).

Status:


To begin as soon as Pearson modularized content is available

December 2009

TASK 6: Determine need for new program of study or integration with current

curriculum/assets being used by the college;

We currently expect to be able to integrate the NAM-Endorsed Skills Certification System within programs offered at Forsyth Tech. We will confirm that this is the case on completion of Tasks 4 and 5.

The project leadership will continually review opportunities for new programs that may emerge from dialogue with employers, NAM, and other project partners.

Status:


To begin when TASKS 4 and 5 are completed

On-going

TASK 7: Complete necessary curriculum standard application and/or program application for submission to state board or state system;

In the North Carolina Community College System (NCCCS), there are state curriculum standards for each program area. Colleges have approved local programs of study that are derived from the state curriculum standard. Courses included on state curriculum standards are chosen from the NCCCS’s

Combined Course Library.

At Forsyth Tech, any changes to a local program of study must be approved by our Curriculum Review

Committee by November of one year to become effective for the fall semester (August) of the following year. The November approval requirement would be waived to accommodate changes for the NAM-

Endorsed Skills Certifications. New or revised programs of study are only made effective for the fall semester.


The creation of a new state curriculum standard typically takes 24 months.

The creation of a new course to be added to the Combined Course Library typically takes 12 months. It is possible to expedite new courses. The earliest a new course would be available in any Forsyth Tech approved program of study would be the fall of 2010.

As stated in Task 6, we believe that the NAM-Endorsed Skills Certification System can be integrated into our existing programs. We can begin implementation in January 2010 without changes to our local programs of study. Changes to local programs of study that may be necessary can be made effective by

August 2010.

Status:


Start date is dependent on outcome of TASK 6

August 2010

TASK 8: Develop realistic timeline for completion of each step in approval and deployment process;

TASK TIMELINE

1.

Validate ESMI report

2.

Convene appropriate faculty and staff

May 2009 through December 2009

May 2009 through September 2010

3.

Begin industry outreach and engagement

4.

Audit programs vs. NAM-Endorsed Skills

June 2009 through September 2009

May 2009 through March 2010

5.

Map certifications vs. programs ?? through December 2009

6.

Determine need for new program of study January 2010 and on-going

7.

Complete curriculum approvals

8.

Create timeline

9.

Identify barriers/challenges

10.

Identify roll-out steps

As needed through August 2010

June 2009 – completed

May 2009 and on-going


11.

Assess faculty capabilities

12.

Assess capacity-building needs

13.

Develop partnerships with certification agencies

14.

Determine benchmarks, metrics and program tracking measures

15.

Ascertain any “uncovered” costs




June 2009 through December 2009


Status:


Complete

June 2009


TASK 9: Identify barriers/challenges to approval process and/or actual roll-out;

In our work thus far, we have identified two significant barriers: buy-in and cost. The success of this program will rest on strong endorsements from local businesses which will encourage the buy-in of other businesses, our faculty and our students. Buy-in from these three groups is essential. A second barrier that has been identified is the cost associated with both the planning and implementation of the

NAM-Endorsed Skills Certification System. We anticipate substantial initial and reoccurring costs to train and certify faculty, students and the College, to review and revise curriculum, to build capacity, and to administer the program. Our success will be contingent on our finding adequate funding sources to cover these new expenses.

Status: Started May 2009

Completion date: On-going

TASK 10: Identify necessary steps for roll-out, including but not limited to marketing program of study/credential to both employer base and prospective student population;

1.

Faculty engagement

Dr. Gary M. Green, Forsyth Tech’s president, Dr. Conley F. Winebarger, VP of Instruction, and the deans will be responsible for faculty engagement. To insure faculty buy-in to the NAM-Endorsed Skills

Certification System, industry partners will be called on to meet with faculty to discuss the importance of these certifications and their implications for students’ employability.

2.

Student engagement

Using materials provided by NAM and created by our marketing department (see bullet 3 below), we will target our outreach to low income students:



We have a mutually supportive relationship with the local schools through our work together on a number of fronts including dual-enrollment classes, Middle College and Early

College. While approximately one-third of the high school students in our two county service area are categorized as “needy” (qualified for a free or reduced cost student lunch), low-income students make up more than 50% of the student body at six schools: Griffith

Alternative School, Carter Vocational School, Carver High School, Winston-Salem

Preparatory Academy, Parkland High and Meadowbrook School. We will leverage our relationships with the school districts to target these specific schools when marketing the skills certification program’s benefits.



Among our existing students, our efforts will be directed to Pell grant recipients.

Approximately 57% of our 10,365 students in college credit programs were between 16 and

26 years of age in the 2007-2008 school year. Twenty-two percent of these younger students received Pell grants and can therefore be classified as low income. Of the 1,264 students in our target age range who received Pell grants, more than half were minorities.

Through our student e-mail system, we can invite students who are in our target group to


join us to learn more about how the NAM-Endorsed Skills Certification System can help them. Our Minority Male Mentoring program and Shugart Women’s Center will also be used to reach students in our target group.



Forsyth Tech serves approximately 2,300 GED seeking students each year. While we do not have income statistics on these students, most are unemployed or underemployed and many are in the 16 to 26 age group. We will develop a marketing plan to specifically address this group of students.



Our Corporate and Continuing Education division hosts a satellite JobLink Career Center and works closely with the local Employment Security Commission office. We will leverage these relationships to work through these organizations to reach low income, out-of-school job seekers.

3.

School marketing and enrollment services departments

Marketing:



Planning



Recruitment Materials: o Student brochure (including creative, copy writing, printing and project management) o Posters (including creative, copy writing, printing and project management) o Presentation/PowerPoint (including creative for template development, copy writing, project management) o Website (including creative for design concepts, copy writing, technical implementation, promos, project management) o Video (including creative, script writing, casting, production, project management; can be posted on YouTube)



Corporate Brochure (including creative, copy writing, printing and project management)



Publicity (Press releases, media coordination, social networking)



Advertising

Enrollment Services: Dr. Green and Dr. Winebarger will brief the VP of Student Services on the NAM-

Endorsed Skills Certification System. We will then schedule meetings to brief our guidance counselors and Student Success Center staff.

4.

WIBs, CBOs supporting low income adults

In addition to support services that Forsyth Tech offers through our Minority Male Mentoring program, guidance counselors, Student Success Center and Shugart Women’s Center, we will leverage our relationships with organizations in the community that serve low income individuals to make referrals to meet students’ housing, transportation and childcare needs. Several examples are: the Housing


Authority of Winston-Salem offers a scholarship for low income youth who live in public housing; the

Department of Social Services and ESR help with transportation, housing and childcare needs, as does the Prosperity Center.

Status:


Started May 2009

December 2009

TASK 11: Assess faculty capabilities;

Deans and program coordinators in each of the 11 program areas will review faculty capabilities to teach the necessary competencies and deliver the relevant certifications.

Some or all of our faculty in each area may need to obtain industry certifications. Examples for our

Welding, Machining, Mechanical Engineering Technology and Industrial Systems Technology faculty are included below:



Program of Study: Welding Technology

Program Coordinator: Rod Smith

Certification Agency: American Welding Society (AWS)



Programs of Study: Machining Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Industrial

Systems Technology

Prepared by: Todd Bishop

Certification Agency: National Institute for Metalworking Skills, NIMS

Status:


Started May 2009

On-going


TASK 12: Assess capacity-building needs;

We will assess the needs of each program in advance of its intended implementation of the NAM-

Endorsed Skills Certification System to determine capacity building needs. Possible resources that we will draw on to meet these needs are:





State appropriations.

Private donations: our Welding program recently purchased $200,000 in new equipment with donated funds.



Industry assistance: our business partners may help with capacity building needs, though the economy may need to turn around first to make this possible.



Grant funding: Forsyth Tech has been successful with manufacturing project grant applications to both the Duke Energy Foundation and the GoldenLeaf Foundation.

An initial example of capacity building will be receiving accreditation by AWS and NIMS. Funds will need to be secured to cover out-of-pocket costs listed below in addition to faculty release time.

A second part of capacity building will be the assessment of our equipment and facilities versus certification needs for each of the 11 programs. The following analysis of our Machining Technology

Program was prepared by program coordinator Todd Bishop:



Equipment and Facilities:

At present in Machining Technology we have the equipment that would accommodate most of NIMS level 1. We lack enough CNC equipment to give students sufficient time to become proficient to pass the CNC turning and milling certifications. The proficiency level that will be needed to pass the level 2 certification in CNC milling and turning will require more sophisticated equipment. Some of our manual mills and lathes also need to be replaced. We are experiencing repeated break downs due to the age of the machines and student error.

I propose replacing five old lathes and five old manual milling machines. This will give the

College 10 lathes and 10 manual milling machines which will support 20 students. At present we have one CNC milling machine and two CNC lathes. I propose adding four (4) CNC milling machines and three (3) CNC lathes. Also, we will need to add ten (10) CNC trainers. Along with this equipment we will need to upgrade the computer lab in the machining department and expand the lab from 10 to 20 computers. We will also need to have computers at all

CNC machines and support equipment such as tooling and storage.

Currently, the machining program is housed in 3000 square feet of space including its computer lab and classroom. It will need approximately 2,500 more square feet of space to accommodate new equipment and increase student capacity.

Status:


Started May 2009

On-going


TASK 13: Develop partnership arrangements with industry skills certification/credentialing bodies to ensure processes are in place for assessment, testing and credentialing and cost of credential deployment is addressed;

Forsyth Tech faculty and administrators will work with ACT, AWS and NIMS to plan for and implement the NAM-Endorsed Skills Certification System. We will leverage the existing relationships:



Forsyth Tech is a WorkKeys test center and already confers CRCs. We will work with ACT to explore options that will make the CRC affordable for our students.



We have one welding faculty member who is a long-time member of AWS and is a Certified

Welding Inspector and a Certified Welding Educator. He will be able to guide the practical aspects of implementing AWS certifications.

We will also partner with both AWS and NIMS in developing a process that leads to certification and to make certification affordable for our students.

Status: Started May 2009

Completion date: December 2009

TASK 14: Determine appropriate benchmarks, metrics (e.g., completion and employment), and programmatic tracking including demographic profiles of participants;

Our Institutional Effectiveness Department will determine the appropriate metrics and the assessment tools to be used to track program effectiveness. We expect to use data collected in our surveys of employers, recent graduates, alumni and the Community College Survey of Student Engagement

(CCSSE). A timeline will be prepared for benchmarking, setting program goals and beginning program data collection. We anticipate collecting the following information on our target low-income youth:



Graduate Satisfaction: o Very satisfied with the academic program o Would attend Forsyth Tech if they had to do it all over again



Community College Survey of Student Engagement Questions among students receiving public assistance, grants, or scholarships: o College contributing to a broad general education o College contributing to job or work-related knowledge and skills o Would recommend college to a friend or family member o Evaluate entire educational experience as "Good" or “Excellent"



At time of graduation: o Job directly or closely related to courses completed at Forsyth Tech



Graduates one year after graduation: o Employed full-time in a job directly or closely related to program of study o Would enroll in same program if they had to do it all over again



Employer satisfaction one year after graduation:


o Overall preparation for employment o Very likely would hire another graduate from the program



Retention and Graduation Rates



Fall-to-Spring Retention of first-time students receiving Pell



Fall-to-Fall Retention of first-time students receiving Pell



Three-Year Graduation Rate of first-time students receiving Pell



Three-Year Graduation Rate of first-time full-time students receiving Pell

Status:


Started June 2009

December 2009

TASK 15: Ascertain any “uncovered” costs of implementation.

In addition to costs that have been outlined in previous tasks, the cost to administer this program, faculty release time for training and testing for certifications, and the cost of student certifications are significant. Funds will need to be secured to cover these costs for the NAM-Endorsed Skills Certification

System to move forward at Forsyth Tech.



Administrative time to plan and implement program: o 16 hours/week



Faculty release time: o We will be working with individual faculty members to determine how much time each will need to successfully complete required exams. This will be the basis for our release time cost calculation.



Cost of student certifications: o Initially, certifications should be free to students to encourage participation while the local market (both businesses and the community) are being educated on their value.



Assumptions: o CRC testing

 Three WorkKeys tests per student

 20 students per program for 11 programs, totaling 220 students each year o NIMS testing:

 One-time fee for on-line test registration

 20 students per program for 3 programs (Machining, MET, IST), totaling 60 students each year

 Students testing for level 1 will take 11 tests

 Students testing for levels 1 and 2 will take 20 tests


o AWS testing:

 20 students per year in day program, 10 students per year in evening program for a total of 30 students completing each year

Status:


Started May 2009

On-going


A

PPENDICES

To

NAM-Endorsed Skills Certification System

Implementation Plan


Appendix 1 – Demographic Information

Age

<20

20-24

25-29

30-34

35-39

40-44

Gender

Male

Female

Ethnicity

American Indian

Asian or Pacific Islander

Black, non Hispanic

2007-2008 College Credit Student Demographics

Source: Business Objects

Forsyth

Tech

12%

34%

NCCCS

18% 45-49

32%

Age

50-54

15%

10%

8%

7%

14%

10%

8%

6%

55-59

60-64

65-69

70+

Forsyth

Tech

36%

64%

NCCCS Pell Recipients

37%

63%

Forsyth

Tech

0%

1%

28%

NCCCS Ethnicity

2% Hispanic

2% Other/Unknown/Mult

25% White, non Hispanic

Forsyth

Tech

24%

Forsyth

Tech

4%

3%

64%

Forsyth

Tech

6%

4%

2%

1%

0%

0%

NCCCS

5%

3%

2%

1%

0%

0%

NCCCS

28%

NCCCS

4%

5%

63%


Census Demographics

Source: Census

Population, percent change, April 1, 2000 to July 1, 2008

White persons, percent, 2007 (a)

Black persons, percent, 2007 (a)

American Indian and Alaska Native persons, percent, 2007 (a)

Asian persons, percent, 2007 (a)

Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander, percent, 2007 (a)

Persons reporting two or more races, percent, 2007

Persons of Hispanic or Latino origin, percent, 2007 (b)

White persons not Hispanic, percent, 2007

Living in same house in 1995 and 2000, pct 5 yrs old & over

Foreign born persons, percent, 2000

Language other than English spoken at home, pct age 5+, 2000

High school graduates, percent of persons age 25+, 2000

Bachelor's degree or higher, pct of persons age 25+, 2000

Homeownership rate, 2000

Housing units in multi-unit structures, percent, 2000

Median value of owner-occupied housing units, 2000

Persons per household, 2000

Median household income, 2007

Per capita money income, 1999

Persons below poverty, percent, 2007

Black-owned firms, percent, 2002

American Indian and Alaska Native owned firms, percent, 2002

Asian-owned firms, percent, 2002

Native Hawaiian and Other Pacific Islander owned firms, percent, 2002

Hispanic-owned firms, percent, 2002

Women-owned firms, percent, 2002

Retail sales per capita, 2002

Persons per square mile, 2000

Forsyth

County

North

Carolina

USA

12.1%

70.8%

26.1%

0.4%

1.5%

0.1%

1.2%

10.3%

61.8%

52.5%

6.5%

9.2%

14.6%

74.0%

21.7%

1.2%

1.9%

0.1%

1.1%

7.0%

67.5%

53.0%

5.3%

8.0%

82.0%

28.7%

65.6%

78.1%

22.5%

69.4%

80.4%

24.4%

66.2%

24.3% 16.1% 26.4%

$114,000 $108,300 $119,600

2.39 2.49 2.59

$46,561 $44,772 $50,740

$23,023 $20,307 $21,587

14.1%

9.0%

14.3%

8.1%

13.0%

5.2%

1.0%

2.8%

F

1.2%

0.9%

2.1%

0.0%

1.4%

0.9%

4.8%

0.1%

6.8%

27.4% 27.1% 28.2%

$14,599 $10,686 $10,615

746.5 165.2 79.6

8.0%

80.0%

12.8%

1.0%

4.4%

0.2%

1.6%

15.1%

66.0%

54.1%

11.1%

17.9%


Appendix 2 – Career Pathways and Certification Utilization

Associate Degree with Specialty

Diploma &

Specialty

College

Certificate

College Placement

Test

National Career

Readiness

Certificate

And / or

National Certifications

NIMS, AWS, MSSC, etc.

12 in 6

Initiative

And / or

Careers

NOW

Curriculum

High School Diploma

Continuing Education

GED


Appendix 3 – Detailed Program Information

Program

Career Description

Careers Available

Entry-Level Salary

Course of Study

M A C H I N I N G T E C H N O L O G Y

 Diploma, Certificate Programs

 Certificate in Machining Technology and CNC

 Machining Technology Diploma: 5 semesters (evening only)

 Certificate in Machining Technology and CNC: 4 semesters (evening only)

 Admission Cycle: Fall semester (recommended due to prerequisites)

 Maximum Number Admitted Annually: 14-18

Machinists are considered skilled workers who are capable of operating all standard machine tools found in a machine shop. They must be able to read technical drawings and use the latest precision measuring instruments. A CNC Machinist would be required to see that CNC machine tools are properly set up and used in order to achieve maximum quality through mass production of parts produced.

Employment opportunities for machining technicians exist in manufacturing industries, public institutions and governmental agencies and in a wide range of specialty jobs. A person can choose from a wide variety of career paths depending on his or her interests and abilities.

$24,000 - $32,000/yr.

Students will learn to interpret blueprints, set up manual and CNC machines, perform basic and advanced machining operations and make decisions to ensure that work quality is maintained. A good technical background, which allows you to perform any bench, layout, or machine tool operation and includes knowledge about mathematics, metallurgy, and heat treating, which is essential for a machinist.

Strong math skills and g ood mechanical skills.

Recommended

Courses and Skills

Helpful Personal

Attributes

Program Contact

Ability to work in a team environment, organized and detail-oriented and a problem solver.

How To Get Started

If you would like additional information about the Machining Technology Program, contact

Donny Ratledge, Program Coordinator, Machining Technologies, at (336) 734-7400 or dratledge@forsythtech.edu.

You may pick up an application at the Admissions Office, 123 Allman Center on the Forsyth

Tech Main Campus, 2100 Silas Creek Parkway in Winston-Salem. You may also request an application by calling (336) 734-7253, or you may apply online at www.ForsythTech.edu.


Machining Technology

The Machining Technology curriculum is designed to develop skills in the theory and safe use of hand tools, power machinery, computerized equipment, and sophisticated precision inspection instruments.

Students will learn to interpret blueprints, set up manual and CNC machines, perform basic and advanced machining operations, and make decisions to ensure that work quality is maintained.

Employment opportunities for machining technicians exist in manufacturing industries, public institutions, governmental agencies, and in a wide range of specialty machining job shops.

Diploma

Certificate

Fall Semester

BPR 111 Blueprint Reading

MAC 111A Machining Technology I

MAC 124 CNC Milling

MAC 151 Machining Calculations

Spring Semester

BPR 121 Blueprint Reading: Mechanical

MAC 111B Machining Technology I

MAC 122 CNC Turning

MAT 120 Geometry and Trigonometry

Summer Term

MAC 112A Machining Technology II


Fall Semester

ENG 115 Oral Communications

MAC 112B Machining Technology II

Select one:

COE 111 Co-op Work Experience I


Spring Semester

MAC 113 Machining Technology III

MEC 142 Physical Metallurgy

Fall Semester

BPR 111 Blueprint Reading

MAC 111A Machining Technology I

Spring Semester

MAC 111B Machining Technology I

MEC 142 Physical Metallurgy

Summer Term

MAC 112A Machining Technology II

Fall Semester

MAC 112B Machining Technology II

Total Credit Hours: 17


Additional Information

One unit of algebra and geometry are recommended.

If you would like additional information about the Machining Technology Program, contact Donny

Ratledge, Program Coordinator, Machining Technologies, at (336) 734-7400 or dratledge@forsythtech.edu

.


Program





Recommended



Attributes



M E C H A N I C A L E N G I N E E R I N G T E C H N O L O G Y



Associate of Applied Science (AAS), Certificate Programs

 Certificate in Mechanical Engineering Technology - CAD

 AAS Day Program: 5 semesters, including 1 summer term

 Certificate Day - CAD: 3 semesters, including 1 summer term



Admission Cycle: Fall

 Maximum Number Admitted Annually: 20

Mechanical engineering technicians are deeply involved in the design and manufacture of products used in virtually every aspect of modern life, from transportation and communication to housing and health care. Mechanical technicians are helping to solve the most pressing problems of the 21st century, from eliminating the dependence on fossil fuels to creating medical devices to treat deadly diseases. The industries and career paths open to mechanical engineering technology students are many and hold no bounds.

Engineering Technician, Detailer.

$24,000 - $40,000/yr.

The Mechanical Engineering Technology associate degree program at Forsyth Tech is thoroughly aligned with advanced industry standards and practices. No drafting boards here! Students learn and work with state-of-the-art design and prototyping software and equipment and students have to option to a work-study experience, solving real-world problems at one of many manufacturing companies in the Triad area.

High school geometry and algebra.

Creativity, p roblem-solving ability, hands-on learning style and a strong appreciation for math.

If you would like additional information about the Mechanical Engineering Technology

Program, contact Todd Bishop, Program Coordinator, at (336) 734-7274 or tbishop@forsythtech.edu.




Mechanical Engineering Technology

The Mechanical Engineering Technology curriculum prepares graduates for employment as technicians in the diversified mechanical and manufacturing engineering fields. Mechanical Engineering technicians assist in design, development, testing, process design and improvement, and troubleshooting and repair of engineered systems. Emphasis is placed on the integration of theory and hands-on application of engineering principles.

In addition to course work in engineering graphics, engineering fundamentals, materials and manufacturing processes, mathematics, and physics, students will study computer applications, critical thinking, planning and problem solving, and oral and written communications.

Graduates of the curriculum will find employment opportunities in the manufacturing or service sectors of engineering technology. Engineering technicians may obtain professional certification by application to organizations such as ASQC, SME, and NICET.

Associate in Applied Science

Fall Semester

ENG 111 Expository Writing

DFT 121 Intro to GD & T

DFT 151 CAD I

MAT 121 Algebra/Trigonometry I

Fall Semester

DDF 211 Design Process I


MEC 112 Machine Processes II

MEC 251 Statics WLD 112 Basic Welding Processes

___ ___ Humanities/Fine Arts Elective PSY 150 General Psychology

Spring Semester Spring Semester

DFT 152 CAD II

ENG 114 Prof Research & Reporting

DDF 212 Design Process II

DFT 254 Interme Solid Model/Render

MAC 124 CNC Milling MAT 122 Algebra/Trigonometry II

MEC 111 Machine Processes I

MEC 180 Engineering Materials

MEC 252 Strength of Materials

MEC 276 Capstone Design Project

Summer Term

DFT 154 Intro to Solid Modeling

Select one:


HYD 110 Hydraulics/Pneumatics I

PHY 131 Physics - Mechanics

COE 121 Co-op Work Experience II

CIS 111 Basic PC Literacy



Humanities/Fine Arts Electives – Select one: ART 111, HUM 110, HUM 120, HUM 170, HUM 220, MUS

110, PHI 215, or PHI 240. Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.


OR

OR

Program





Recommended



Attributes



W E L D I N G T E C H N O L O G Y

 Program Length: 1 year

 Diploma Day Program: 3 semesters, includes 1 summer term

 Diploma Night Program: 6 semesters including 2 night terms

 Certificate Day Program: 2 semesters

 Certificate Night Program: 3 semesters including 1 summer term

 Admission Cycle: Every semester depending on pre-requisites


This program provides students with a sound understanding of science, technology and applications essential for successful employment in the welding and metal industry.

Graduates of the Welding Technology curriculum may be employed as entry-level technicians in welding and metalworking industries. Career opportunities exist in construction, manufacturing, fabrication, sales, quality control, supervision, and welding related self-employment. According to the Wall Street Journal and the American Welding

Society (A.W.S), by the year 2010 there will be a shortage of over 200,000 welders worldwide and over 46,000 needed in the United States.

$25,000 - $30,000/yr.

$60,000 - 100,000/yr. in the oil fields

Instruction includes consumable and non-consumable electrode welding and cutting process. Courses in math, blueprint reading, metallurgy, welding inspection provides the student with industry standard skills developed through classroom training and practical application.

Strong math skills.

Able to work in a team environment at times but mainly enjoy working alone, be self motivated, be organized and detail oriented and enjoy working with hands.

If you like additional information about the Welding Technology Program, Contact Rodney

Smith, Department Chair, Manufacturing Technologies, at (336) 734-7527 or rtsmith@forsythtech.edu or Derrick Reeves, Welding Instructor, at (336) 734-7275 or dreeves@forsythtech.edu.




Welding Technology

The Welding Technology curriculum provides students with a sound understanding of the science, technology, and applications essential for successful employment in the welding and metal industry.

Instruction includes consumable and non-consumable electrode welding and cutting processes.

Courses in math, blueprint reading, metallurgy, welding inspection, and destructive and nondestructive testing provides the student with industry-standard skills developed through classroom training and practical application.

Successful graduates of the Welding Technology curriculum may be employed as entry-level technicians in welding and metalworking industries. Career opportunities also exist in construction, manufacturing, fabrication, sales, quality control, supervision, and welding-related self-employment.

Diploma Certificate

Fall Semester

DFT 119 Basic CAD

MAT 101 Applied Mathematics I

Fall Semester

WLD 110 Cutting Processes

WLD 121 GMAW (MIG) FCAW/Plate4


WLD 131 GTAW (TIG) Plate

WLD 121 GMAW (MIG) FCAW/Plate

WLD 131 GTAW (TIG) Plate

WLD 141 Symbols &Specifications

WLD 141 Symbols & Specifications

Spring Semester

Spring Semester

WLD 115 SMAW (Stick) Plate

Total Credit Hours: 18 ENG 101 Applied Communications I


WLD 115 SMAW (STICK) Plate

WLD 143 Welding Metallurgy

WLD 145 Thermoplastic Welding

Summer Term

WLD 116 SMAW (Stick) Plate/Pipe

WLD 261 Certification Practices


If you like additional information about the Welding Technology Program, Contact Rodney Smith,

Department Chair, Manufacturing Technologies, at (336) 734-7527 or rtsmith@forsythtech.edu or

Derrick Reeves, Welding Instructor, at (336) 734-7275 or dreeves@forsythtech.edu.


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I N D U S T R I A L S Y S T E M S T E C H N O L O G Y

 Degree, Diploma, Certificate Programs

 AAS Day Program: 5 semesters

 Diploma Day Program: 3 semesters

 Certificate Program: 2 terms

 Machine Operator Certificate

 Admission Cycle: Students may enter any semester, but some courses have prerequisites


The Industrial Systems Technology program is geared toward students who wish to gain employment as maintenance technicians in industrial settings.

Maintenance Technicians are employed by small and large manufacturers to maintain manufacturing equipment, conveyors and plant infrastructure.

$25,000 - $35,000/yr.

Students will study fundamentals of electricity and basic wiring methods. They will also study Programmable Logic Controllers and how they are used to control industrial equipment. Students study different welding processes including MIG and oxy-fuel systems. They will study heating and cooling systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems and machine shop practice. Students will study mechanical drive systems including gears, belts and pulleys and chains and sprockets. Students learn to use a wide variety of hand and power tools including machine tools.

Good math skills.

Ability to work in a team environment, problem solving skills and mechanical aptitude.

If you would like additional information about the Industrial Systems Technology Program, contact Robin Petree, Program Coordinator, at (336) 734-7406 or rpetree@forsythtech.edu.




Industrial Systems Technology

The Industrial Systems Technology curriculum is designed to prepare or upgrade individuals to safely service, maintain, repair, or install equipment. Instruction includes theory and skill training needed for inspecting, testing, troubleshooting, and diagnosing industrial systems.

Students will learn multi-craft technical skills in blueprint reading, mechanical systems maintenance, electricity, hydraulics/pneumatics, welding, machining or fabrication, and includes various diagnostic and repair procedures. Practical application in these industrial systems will be emphasized and additional advanced course work may be offered.

Upon completion of this curriculum, graduates should be able to individually, or with a team, safely install, inspect, diagnose, repair, and maintain industrial process and support equipment. Students will also be encouraged to develop their skills as life-long learners.


Fall Semester

ELC 112 DC/AC Electricity

ELC 113 Basic Wiring I


MNT 111 Maintenance Practices

Spring Semester


ELC 117 Motors and Controls

HYD 110 Hydraulics/Pneumatics I

ISC 112 Industrial Safety

MEC 130 Mechanisms

WLD 112 Basic Welding Processes

Summer Term

BPR111 Blueprint Reading


MAT 115 Mathematical Models

MNT 110 Intro to Maint Procedures

Fall Semester

AHR 112 Heating Technology

ELC 128 Intro to PLC

ENG

WLD

115 Oral Communication

COE 111 Co-op Work Exp I

ISC 113 IndustrialSpecifications

Select one:

PSY 118 Interpersonal Psychology

PSY 150 General Psychology*

121 GMAW(MIG) FCAW Plate

Spring Semester

AHR 113 Comfort Cooling

___ ___ Humanities/Fine Arts Elective

MEC 237 Instr and Control Systems

Select one:


Humanities/Fine Arts Electives - Select one: ART 111, HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 120, HUM

170,HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, PHI 240, or REL 110. Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.

*This course is recommended for students transferring to a four-year university.

If you would like additional information about the Industrial Systems Technology Program, contact

Robin Petree, Program Coordinator, at (336) 734-7406 or rpetree@forsythtech.edu.


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R A C E C A R T E C H N O L O G Y

 Associate of Applied Science (AAS)

 AAS Program: 5 semesters, including 1 summer

 Admission Cycle: Fall semester


An engine technician would perform the various machining processes, assemble the engine and test the performance on an engine dynamometer. A fabricator would be responsible for constructing race car chassis and body and smaller components such as control arms, oil tanks, crush panels and mounts. Other aspects of the racing industry include transmission and rear gear specialist as well as “on the road” duties perhaps, as an engine tuner or overthe-wall pit crew member.

Up racing teams, fabrication shops, engine shops, sports marketing, major race equipment suppliers, manufactures technical specialist. Self-employment and working on a contract basis are options.

$30,000 - $50,000/yr.

Students will take courses covering welding and cutting processes including MIG and TIG welding, race engine preparation, chassis fabrication, machine shop processes and race car set-up procedures.

Mechanical aptitude, a nalytical ability and manual dexterity.

Ability to work as a team member, pride in work, patience and sense of humor.

If you would like additional information about the Race Car Technology Program, contact

Randy Butner, Program coordinator, at (336) 757-3247 or rbutner@forsythtech.edu.




Race Car Technology

The Race Car Technology curriculum is designed to educate students in the art of building and maintaining all aspects of a racing car or truck. Students will also be able to demonstrate blueprint reading and perform basic welding skills.

Course work includes racing engine assembly, racing engine preparation, chassis fabrication, sheet metal fabrication, blueprint reading, welding, race car set-up, record keeping of race car technology, and other related topics. Students will develop skills through classroom and shop/lab activities.

Graduates should qualify for employment as an entry-level engine preparation specialist, engine assembly specialist, chassis fabricator and welder, chassis set-up technician, interior sheet metal fabricator, and general race car preparation technician.


Fall Semester



RCT 141 Basic Race CarSusp/Steer

RCT 151 Basic Race Car Brake Sys

RCT 161 Basic Race CarElect Sys

Spring Semester



RCT 115 Race Engines Fundamentals

RCT 121 Race Car MIG Welding

RCT 181 Perf EngineElect Sys

RCT 183 Perf Engine Fuel Sys

Summer Term

RCT 110 Introduction to Racing

RCT 131 Racing Man/Trans/Pwtrains


Select one:



Fall Semester

ENG 115 Oral Communications

RCT 231 Race Car TIG Welding

RCT 252 Racing Engine Preparation

RCT 253 Racing Engine Accessories

Spring Semester


RCT 254 Racing Chassis Fab

RCT 255 Racing Sheet Metal Fab

RCT 256 Race Car Setup



Humanities/Fine Arts Elective - Select one: ART

111, ENG 125, HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 121,

HUM 170, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 240, or REL

110. Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.

If you would like additional information about the Race Car Technology Program, contact Randy

Butner at (336) 757-3247 or rbutner@forsythtech.edu

.

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G R A P H I C A R T S A N D I M A G I N G T E C H N O L O G Y



Associate of Applied Science (AAS)

 AAS Day Program: 5 semesters, including 1 summer term



Admission Cycle: Fall semester (recommended due to prerequisites)



Maximum Number Admitted Annually: 20-24

The Graphic Arts field offers a wide range of employment opportunities in the printing, publishing, packaging and related industries. Highly skilled technical and professional careers are available in one of the largest industries in the nation .

Graduates may find positions as electronic pre-press specialists, computer graphic artists, plate makers, pressman, assistant pressman, packaging specialists, bindery operator, and screen printer. These positions may be in flexography, offset printing screen printing, and digital printing.

$25,000 - $30,000/yr.

Course work will include graphic design, computer graphics, image assembly and image carrier preparation, offset lithographic printing, flexography, screen printing, digital printing, finishing and packaging. This curriculum is one of only four of its type in North

Carolina and has official articulation agreements with Appalachian State University and

A&T State University.

C omputer and math skills.

Recommended



Attributes



Creativity, m echanical aptitude, visually and detail oriented.

If you would like additional information about the Graphic Arts and Imaging Technology

Program, contact Garry Day, Department Chair, at (336)734-7283 or gday@forsythtech.edu.




Graphic Arts and Imaging Technology

The Graphic Arts and Imaging Technology curriculum is designed to provide students with knowledge and skills necessary for employment in the printing, publishing, packaging, and related industries.

Students will receive hands-on training in computer publishing, imaging technology, offset lithography, screen printing, and emerging printing technologies. Training may also include flexography, graphic design, and multimedia.

Graduates should qualify for career opportunities within the printing and publishing industries.


Fall Semester

GRA 110 Graphic Arts Orientation

GRA 121 Graphic Arts I

GRA 151 Computer Graphics I

GRA 161 Computer Graphics App I

GRD 141 Graphic Design I

Select one:

CIS 110 Introduction to Computers*


Spring Semester


GRA 152 Computer Graphics II

GRA 162 Computer Graphics App II

GRA 221 Graphic Arts II

GRA 255 Image Manipulation I


Summer Term

GRA 112 Graphics Problem Solving

GRA 222 Graphic Arts III

GRA 256 Image Manipulation II


Fall Semester

ENG

GRA

PRN

PRN

PSY

PRN

114 Prof Research & Reporting

153 Computer Graphics III

155 Screen Printing I

221 Offset Press Operations

Select one:

118 Interpersonal Psychology


Spring Semester

GRA 257 Image Manipulation III

GRD 271 Multimedia Design I

131 Flexography I

Total Credit Hours: 68 - 69


Select one:

BUS

BUS

110 Introduction to Business*

230 Small Business Management

Humanities/Fine Arts Electives - Select one: ART 111, ENG 125, HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM 121, HUM

160, HUM 220, PHI 215, or PHI 240. Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.


If you would like additional information about the Graphic Arts and Imaging Technology Program, contact Garry Day, Department Chair, at (336)734-7283 or gday@forsythtech.edu.


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Attributes



C O M P U T E R E N G I N E E R I N G T E C H N O L O G Y

 Associate in Applied Science (AAS), Certificate

 Day Program: 5 semesters

 Evening Program: 7 semesters

 Admission Cycle: Fall and spring

 Maximum Number Admitted Annually: 36 in the fall, 18 in the spring

Install, service, and maintain computers, peripherals, networks, and microprocessor and computer controlled equipment. Requires knowledge of hardware, software and operating systems.

Graduates should qualify for employment opportunities in electronics technology, computer service, computer networks, server maintenance, programming, and other areas requiring knowledge of electronic and computer systems. Graduates may also qualify for certification in electronics, computers, or networks.

$25,000 - $35,000/yr

.

Students will install, configure, upgrade, troubleshoot and repair computers, selected computer system peripherals, computer networks and related operating systems.

Two units of high school math beginning with algebra; high school physics and keyboarding skills.

Enjoy working with computers, problem solving, and has good interpersonal skills.

If you would like additional information about the Computer Engineering Technology

Program, contact Dale Bujan, Program Coordinator, at (336) 757-3262 or dbujan@forsythtech.edu.




Computer Engineering Technology

The Computer Engineering Technology curriculum provides the skills required to install, service, and maintain computers, peripherals, networks, and microprocessor and computer controlled equipment.

It includes training in both hardware and software, emphasizing operating systems concepts to provide a unified view of computer systems.

Coursework includes mathematics, electronics, digital circuits, and programming, with emphasis on the operation, use, and interfacing of memory and devices to the CPU. Additional topics may include communications, networks, operating systems, programming languages, Internet configuration and design, and industrial applications.

Graduates should qualify for employment opportunities in electronics technology, computer service, computer networks, server maintenance, programming, and other areas requiring a knowledge of electronic and computer systems. Graduates may also qualify for certification in electronics, computers, or networks.


Fall Semester

ELC 131 DC/AC Circuit Analysis

ELC 131A DC/AC Circuit Analysis Lab

ELC 127 Software for Technicians

EGR 131 Intro to Electronics Tech



Spring Semester

CET

ELN

111 Computer Upgrade and Repair I

131 Semiconductor Applications

MAT 122 Algebra/Trigonometry II

NOS 110 Operating Systems

Select one:

Fall Semester

CET 211 Computer Upgrade/Repair II

CSC

ELN

ELN

ENG

134 C++ Programming

232 Intro to Microprocessors

237 Local Area Networks

114 Prof Research & Reporting

Spring Semester

CET 212 Integrated Mfg Systems

ELN 233 Microprocessor Systems

ELN 238 Advanced LANs






Summer Term

CET 222 Computer Architecture

ELN 132 Linear IC Applications

ELN 133 Digital Electronics


Humanities/Fine Arts Electives - Select one: ART 111, ENG 125, ENG 273, HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM

160, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, or REL 110. Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.


If you would like additional information about the Computer Engineering Technology Program, contact

Dale Bujan, Program Coordinator, at (336) 757-3262 or dbujan@forsythtech.edu

.


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Attributes



E L E C T R O N I C S E N G I N E E R I N G T E C H N O L O G Y

 AAS Degree, Certificate

 Program Length: Day – 5 semesters, Evening – 7 semesters

 Admission Cycle: Fall, spring

 Maximum Number Admitted Annually: 36 fall, 18 spring

Design, build, install, test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify developmental and production electronic components, equipment, and systems such as industrial/computer controls, manufacturing systems, communication systems , and power electronic systems.

Graduates should qualify for employment as engineering assistants or electronic technicians with job titles such as electronics engineering technician, field service technician, maintenance technician, electronic tester, electronic systems integrator, bench technician, and production control technician .

$26,000 - $39,000/yr.

Coursework will include basic electronics, semiconductor devices, linear and digital electronics, microprocessors and systems, industrial electronics and programmable logic controllers, local area networks and personal computer upgrade and repair. This program is accredited by the Accrediting Body for Engineering Technology.

Electronics, Math.

Problem solving skills, good communication skills, enjoy hands-on learning.

If you would like additional information about Electronics Engineering Technology, contact

Tom Roth, Program Coordinator, at (336) 734-7333 or troth@forsythtech.edu




Electronics Engineering Technology

The Electronics Engineering Technology curriculum prepares individuals to become technicians who design, build, install, test, troubleshoot, repair, and modify developmental and production electronic components, equipment, and systems such as industrial/computer controls, manufacturing systems, communication systems, and power electronic systems.

A broad-based core of courses, including basic electricity, solid-state fundamentals, digital concepts, and microprocessors, ensures the student will develop the skills necessary to perform entry-level tasks. Emphasis is placed on developing the student’s ability to analyze and troubleshoot electronic systems.

Graduates should qualify for employment as engineering assistants or electronic technicians with job titles such as electronics engineering technician, field service technician, instrumentation technician, maintenance technician, electronic tester, electronic systems integrator, bench technician, and production control technician.


Fall Semester

EGR 131 Intro to Electronics Tech

ELC 131 DC/AC Circuit Analysis

ELC 131 ADC/AC Circuit Analysis Lab

ELC 127 Software for Technicians



Spring Semester

CET 111 Computer Upgrade/Repair I

ELN 131 Semiconductor Applications



Select one:



Fall Semester

ELN

ELN 237 Local Area Networks

Spring Semester

ELN

229 Industrial Electronics

ELN 260 Prog LogicControllers


PHY 133 Physics - Sound & Light


ELN 232 Intro to Microprocessors


233 Microprocessor Systems

Summer Term

ELN 132 Linear IC Applications

ELN 133 Digital Electronics

MAT 223 Applied Calculus


Humanities/Fine Arts Electives: ART 111, ENG 131, ENG 273, HUM 115, HUM 160, HUM 220, MUS

110, REL 110, or REL 221. Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.


If you would like additional information about Electronics Engineering Technology, contact Tom Roth,

Program Coordinator, at (336) 734-7333 or troth@forsythtech.edu


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B I O T E C H N O L O G Y

 Associate in Applied Science (AAS)


 AAS Evening Program: 4 semesters

 Admission Cycle: Fall semester entry

 Maximum Admitted Annually: Open

The Biotechnology program is designed to meet the increasing demands of skilled laboratory technicians in various fields of biological and chemical technology.

Graduates may find employment in areas of industry of government, including research and development, manufacturing, sales and customer service.

$25,000 - $31,000/yr.

Course work emphasizes biology, chemistry, mathematics and technical communications.

High school algebra II, biology, chemistry and c omputer skills.

Ability to work as a member of a team, strong organizational skills, ability in science and mathematics.

If you would like additional information about the Biotechnology Program, contact Dr.

Lucas Shallua, Department Chair, at (336) 734-7575 or lshallua@forsythtech.edu.

How To Get Started You may pick up an application at the Admissions Office, 123 Allman Center on the Forsyth



Biotechnology

The Biotechnology curriculum, which has emerged from molecular biology and chemical engineering, is designed to meet the increasing demands for skilled laboratory technicians in various fields of biological and chemical technology.

Course work emphasizes biology, chemistry, mathematics, and technical communications. The curriculum objectives are designed to prepare graduates to serve in three distinct capacities: research assistant to a biologist or chemist; laboratory technician/instrumentation technician; and quality control/quality assurance technician.

Graduates may find employment in various areas of industry and government, including research and development, manufacturing, sales, and customer service.


Fall Semester

BIO 111 General Biology I


Select one:

CHM 131 Introduction to Chemistry

CHM 131A Introduction to Chemistry Lab

OR

CHM 151 General Chemistry I

Select one:

CIS 110 Introduction to Computers


Select one:

MAT 110 Mathematical Measurement


MAT 161 College Algebra*

MAT 175 Precalculus*

Spring Semester

BIO 112 General Biology II

Fall Semester

BIO 285 Research & Measurements

Select one:

BTC 288 Biotech Lab Experience


COE 112 Co-op WorkExperience II

Select one:

COM 231 Public Speaking*

ENG 112 Argument-Based Research

ENG 114 Prof Research & Reporting*

Total Credit Hours: 64 - 76


Technical Specialty Electives - Select a minimum of 15 credit hours: BIO 250, BIO

275, BTC 150, BTC 250, BTC 270, BTC 281,

BTC 282, BTC 283, BTC 285, BTC 286, or

CHM 263

CHM 132 Organic Chemistry

MAT 155

Select one:

Statistical Analysis

MAT 155A Statistics Analysis Lab



Summer Term

BTC 181 Basic Lab Techniques

WEB 110 Inter/Web Fundamentals


___ ___ Technical Specialty Elective


Humanities/Fine Arts Elective - Select one:

HUM 110, HUM 220, PHI 215, or PHI 240.

Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.


**Hours vary depending on course selection.



If you would like additional information about the Biotechnology Program, contact Dr. Lucas Shallua,

Department Chair, at (336) 734-7575 or lshallua@forsythtech.edu.


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Attributes



G L O B A L L O G I S T I C S

 Associate in Applied Science (AAS), Diploma, Certificate


 AAS Evening Program: 11 semesters, including 3 summer terms

 Diploma Day Program: 3 semesters

 Diploma Evening Program: 6 semesters, including 2 summer terms

 Certificate Day Program: 2 semesters

 Certificate Evening Program: 2 semesters

 Admission Cycle: Every semester

 Maximum Number Admitted Annually: Open

Logistics involves coordinating the transportation of goods, both domestically and internationally. Logistics professionals deal with issues involving buying, transporting, distributing, tracking and warehousing. In today’s global economy, the role of logistics is more vital than ever.

Planner, shipping/receiving clerk, transportation coordinator, distribution supervisor, inventory manager, logistics analyst, warehouse supervisor, supply chain analyst, buyer/purchasing agent, customer service manager, import/export manager, purchasing manager, and logistics planner.

$25,000 - $30,000/yr.

Coursework includes computer applications, accounting, business law, management and international business. Students will solve different levels of logistics-related problems through case studies and supply chain projects utilizing logistical hardware and intelligent software tools.

Strong math background (high school algebra strongly recommended).

Analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving, technical/computer skills, adaptability to various work environments and the ability to manage detailed projects and work in a team environment.

If you would like additional information about the Global Logistics Technology Program, contact Rick Yokeley, Program Coordinator, at (336) 734-7915 or ryokeley@forsythtech.edu.




Global Logistics Technology

The Global Logistics Technology curriculum prepares individuals for a multitude of career opportunities in distribution, transportation, and manufacturing organizations. Classroom instruction, field of study experiences, and practical laboratory applications of logistics management and global technology capabilities are included in the program of study.

Course work includes computer applications, accounting, business law, economics, management, industrial sciences, and international studies. Students will solve different levels of logistics-related problems through case study evaluations and supply chain projects utilizing logistical hardware and intelligent software tools.

Graduates should qualify for positions in a wide range of government agencies, manufacturing, and service organizations. Employment opportunities include entry-level purchasing, material management, warehousing, inventory, transportation coordinators, and logistics analysts.

Upon completion, graduates may be eligible for certification credentials through the Educational

Society for Resource Management (APICS) and the American Society of Transportation and Logistics

(AST&L).


Fall Semester

BUS 115 Business Law I

BUS 137 Principles of Management


LOG 110 Introduction to Logistics

Select one:

Fall Semester - 2nd Year

ACC 120 Prin of Financial Acct

DBA

BUS

LOG

110 Database Concepts

238 Integrated Management

235 Import/ExportManagement


MAT 140 Survey of Mathematics*

MAT

LOG

LOG

161 College Algebra*

Spring Semester

125 Transportation Logistics

215 Supply Chain Management

___ ___ Business Elective

LOG

INT

240 Purchasing Logistics

Select one:

110 International Business

ISC 131 Quality Management

ISC 135 Principles of Industrial Mgmt

Spring Semester - 2nd Year

CTS 130 Spreadsheet

LOG 250 Advanced Global Logistics

Select one:

CIS

CIS

110 Introduction to Computers*

111 Basic PC Literacy




Total Credit Hours: 64 Minimum Select one:

COM 120 Intro Interpersonal Com*

COM 231 Public Speaking*

ENG 114 Prof Research & Reporting*

ENG 115 Oral Communication

Select one:



** Hours will vary depending on course selection.

Business Electives: ACC 121, BUS 110, BUS 225,


PSY 150 General Psychology* COE 111, GIS 110, GIS 111, GIS 211, MKT 120, MKT

224

Humanities/Fine Arts Elective – Select one: ART 111, ENG 131, ENG 231, ENG 232, ENG 241, ENG 262,

ENG 273, HUM 110, HUM 121, HUM 220, MUS 110, PHI 215, PHI 240, or REL 110. Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives

If you would like additional information about the Global Logistics Technology Program, contact Rick

Yokeley, Program Coordinator, at (336) 734-7915 or ryokeley@forsythtech.edu

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N A N O T E C H N O L O G Y

 Associate in Applied Science (AAS)


 Admission Cycle: Fall

 Maximum Number Admitted Annually: Open

The Nanotechnology program prepares students to characterize and fabricate materials for biological, textile, chemical and electrical applications at the atomic level.

Students will be prepared for entry-level positions in engineering, manufacturing and/or medical research development.

$28,000 - $48,000/yr.

Course work includes biology, chemistry, physics, math, manufacturing engineering technology and advanced courses in nanotechnology.

High school algebra II, biology, chemistry and computer skills.

Recommended



Attributes



Ability to work as a member of a team, strong organizational skills and ability in science and mathematics.

If you would like additional information about the Nanotechnology Program, contact Kevin

Conley, Program Coordinator, at (336) 734-7389 or kconley@forsythtech.edu.




Nanotechnology

The Nanotechnology curriculum prepares students to characterize and fabricate materials for biological, textile, chemical, and electrical applications at the atomic level in entry-level positions in engineering, manufacturing and/or medical research and development.

Course work includes biology, chemistry, physics, mathematics, manufacturing engineering technology, and an extensive array of very detailed nanotechnology-specific courses, using high-tech equipment and complying with high-precision quality control and clean-room protocols.

Graduates should qualify for various positions of industry and government, including research and development, materials testing and processing, optics and sensors, electron microscopy, and emerging nanotechnology industries.

Associate of Applied Science

Fall Semester

NAN

ENG

BIO

BIO

CHM

111 Introduction to Nanotechnology

111 Expository Writing

Select one:

110 Principles of Biology*

111 General Biology I*

Select one:

CHM 131 Introduction to Chemistry*

CHM 131A Intro to Chemistry Lab*

OR

151 General Chemistry I*

Select one:


MAT 161 College Algebra*

Spring Semester



NAN 112 Fundamentals of Nanoscience

NAN 131 Materials, Safety & Equip

Select one:


Fall Semester

MEC 180 Engineering Materials

MEC 251 Statics

NAN 241 Nanofab of Mixtures

NAN 243 Atomic-Force Microscopy


Spring Semester


MEC 252 Strength of Materials

NAN 132 Controlled Materials

NAN 242 Nanofab of Thin Films

NAN 244 Electron Microscopy

Select one:




PHY 151 College Physics I*


Humanities/Fine Arts Electives - Select one: ART 111, ENG 131, ENG 273, HUM 110, HUM 115, HUM

220, MUS 110, PHI 215, PHI 240, or REL 110. Consult an academic advisor concerning other possible electives.


If you would like additional information about the Nanotechnology Program, contact Kevin Conley,

Program Coordinator, at (336) 734-7389 or kconley@forsythtech.edu.


Appendix 4 – Machining Technology Learning Outcomes Map


Forsyth Tech Workplan - The Manufacturing Institute

NAM-Endorsed Skills Certification System

Implementation Plan

Submitted to Emily Stover DeRocco, President

The Manufacturing Institute

NTRODUCTION

OMMUNITY

OLLEGE

ORKPLAN

EQUIREMENTS

1.

Define your Manufacturing Region:

Occupation

TASK TIMELINE

TASK 11: Assess faculty capabilities;

PPENDICES

To

NAM-Endorsed Skills Certification System

Implementation Plan

Appendix 1 – Demographic Information

Appendix 2 – Career Pathways and Certification Utilization

Associate Degree with Specialty

Diploma &

Specialty

College

Certificate

College Placement

Test

National Career

Readiness

Certificate

And / or

National Certifications

NIMS, AWS, MSSC, etc.

12 in 6

Initiative

And / or

Careers

NOW

Curriculum

High School Diploma

Continuing Education

GED

Appendix 3 – Detailed Program Information

Machining Technology

Diploma

Certificate

Total Credit Hours: 17

Total Credit Hours: 39

Associate of Applied Science (AAS), Certificate Programs

Admission Cycle: Fall

Mechanical Engineering Technology

Associate in Applied Science

Total Credit Hours: 71

Welding Technology

Diploma Certificate

Total Credit Hours: 39

Industrial Systems Technology

Associate in Applied Science

Race Car Technology

Associate in Applied Science

Total Credit Hours: 76

Graphic Arts and Imaging Technology

Associate in Applied Science

Total Credit Hours: 68 - 69

.

Computer Engineering Technology

Electronics Engineering Technology

Associate in Applied Science

Total Credit Hours: 73

Biotechnology

Associate in Applied Science

Total Credit Hours: 64 - 76

Global Logistics Technology

Nanotechnology

Associate of Applied Science

Total Credit Hours: 66

Appendix 4 – Machining Technology Learning Outcomes Map

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