2021-2022 Catalog [Aug. 2021-Aug. 2022] [Archived Catalog]
Engineering Technology (Advanced Manufacturing) (2320) (A.S.)
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Associate in Science
Mission/Purpose
The mission of the Engineering Technology (Advanced Manufacturing) A.S. degree is to provide a high quality and relevant degree preparing students for distinctive success in the installation, repair, and maintenance of industrial/manufacturing environments. This hands-on program is designed to respond to the needs of regional businesses. This program provides industrial/manufacturing related technical skills for the industry.
The Program
The Engineering Technology (Advanced Manufacturing) program specializes in the computer-controlled systems for manufacturing applications. Training will include electronics, industrial components, various computer control software and hardware applications, industrial control circuits, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), CNC, hydraulics, and pneumatics. Students will also receive specialized courses in automated manufacturing systems such as automated process control, which prepares you to work in the manufacturing, food, chemical, paper pulp, and pharmaceutical industries.
A minimum grade of C or better must be achieved in all professional coursework.
Embedded Certificate(s)
Five technical certificates available within this degree program: Advanced Manufacturing (Automation) (6040) (T.C.) , CNC Machinist/Fabricator (6041) (T.C.) , Engineering Technology Support Specialist (6042) (T.C.) , Pneumatics, Hydraulics and Motors for Manufacturing (6043) (T.C.) , and Mechatronics (6044) (T.C.) . Students may pursue the A.S. degree and earn technical certificates while completing the requirements for the degree, or pursue one or more certificates to develop or upgrade their skills in a particular field. Contact an advisor to determine the career education path that is best for you.
Please note that by being enrolled in this degree program you may automatically meet the requirements for one of the aforementioned technical certificates. If you meet the requirements for a technical certificate, as a result of being enrolled in this degree program, you may automatically be awarded the technical certificate(s) upon meeting their requirements as well. If you choose to opt out of this automatic awarding of a technical certificate, please contact an advisor to do so.
Need More Information? Contact:
Career Education Department, Downtown Campus, (904) 598-5618 or amt@fscj.edu
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