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Additive and Digital Manufacturing

Century College
3300 Century Avenue N.
White Bear Lake, MN 55110
 Phone: (651) 779-3300 or (800) 228-1978
Program: Additive and Digital Manufacturing
Digital Manufacturing technologists use principles and theories of science, technology, engineering art, and mathematics (STEAM) to solve technical problems in today¿s manufacturing environments. An engineering technician, today, will combine fundamental principles of mechanical engineering technology, digital technology, and computer automation knowledge utilizing electrical and electronic circuits to design, develop, test, and manufacture systems. Advanced digital manufacturing, typically called 3D printing, is expanding new dimensions found in traditional manufacturing settings. Increasingly our high-technology economy is dependent on having a supply of qualified and skilled ¿digital workers¿ who possess skills in computer-based design/simulation, electronics, programming, mechanics, 3D printing, and manufacturing automation to develop and maintain advanced digital-based manufacturing systems used in business and today¿s industry. This program prepares students to work as applied digital technologists in industries where manufacturing process utilize systems of control and automation in manufacturing. Graduates of the Additive Digital Manufacturing program may develop and test industrial process control systems, supervise the building and testing of prototypes including 3D printing, supervise and conduct the installation and operation of automated machine systems, and work in the rapidly growing IoT (Internet of Everything) field. Graduates will be able to calibrate and control automated machine cells, assist in applied research under the direction of scientists and engineers, and set up and operate specialized diagnostic equipment in order to test, trouble shoot, and analyze performance. The program has an emphasis on communication, leadership, project management, and digital manufacturing ecosystems.
https://www.century.edu/programs/additive-and-digital-manufacturing
Program Code:
06-404-2016 		Total Credits:
60
Award:
AAS - AAS 		 
Location:
Not available. 		Emphases:
Not available.
Workforce Innovation and Opportunity Act Participant Qualifies for WIOA Credentialed Training: Yes
 Majors (Fields of Study):

1500 - Engineering Technology, General
Delivery Methods:
Classroom
 Delivery Comments:
Program Costs:
Tuition: $9,924.00
Cost Comments:
Estimated total Minnesota resident tuition and fees for all program required courses are shown. Tuition and fees for developmental courses or prerequisite courses are not included. Books and supply expenses are not included. Depending upon the courses taken, students may also be assessed differential tuition, online/distance differential tuition or course specific fees. Visit the college or university website to find more information about program costs.
Prerequisites or off-site requirements for this program?
No 		Program Requirements:
N/A
Completion of this program leads to the following External Certifications or Licensures:
N/A 		Institution Completion Rate:
47.1% (613 / 1301)
Program Contact Information:
Not available. 		Program Accrediting Body:
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