Advanced Manufacturing Technology

This degree program provides you with the skills for a career centered on precision metal, composite and plastic fabrication. Using computers and other advanced manufacturing technology, you will gain a solid foundation to start you career in precision manufacturing.

This academic program is primarily designed for those who wish to enter the workforce immediately following graduation. The department has strong connections with several local industry leaders and an excellent job placement rate for graduating students.

The placement rate prior to graduating approaches 95 percent, while a number of companies in the region provide scholarships covering books, tuition and related fees. Career opportunities in the field.

This program is offered by the Engineering, Architecture and Manufacturing Department.

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Apprenticeship

The program fulfills the educational requirements for a four-year apprenticeship program for machinist, CNC machinist, moldmaker, toolmaker and tool and die maker offered through the NYS and federal Departments of Labor.

Capstone

During the second year of study, students work collaboratively on a capstone project, which showcases the skills they have learned.

Facilities and Equipment

The college's Gene F. Haas Center for Advanced Manufacturing Skills is a new $14.5 million, 37,000 square foot building that is one of the leading advanced manufacturing training centers in the US.

Workforce Partners

The program has relationships with dozens of regional manufacturers who routinely hire our students and graduates. Often, they provide scholarships and part-time positions that lead to full-time employment.

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NOTE: Additional educational requirements and/or certifications may be needed for some careers.

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Transfer and Career Services and Resources

The Center for Careers and Transfer provides career resources and services and help in identifying your skills and interests and how they connect to career possibilities. Transfer counseling services are also available and a list of transfer agreements are posted.

"The college's manufacturing program has been the best return on investment for our company. If you’re a manufacturing industry leader and believe that people are the most important asset, then you need to be sponsoring students in this program."

David William Davis, President & Chief Operating Officer - Simmons Machine Tool Corporation