Make innovation your future

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Advanced Manufacturing Pathway

Are you a detail-oriented problem solver?

In Advanced Manufacturing careers, you get to drive innovation by creating new products and using technology to improve manufacturing processes. This pre-engineering trade and technical program teaches manufacturing materials and processes, automated systems, manufacturing technologies, mechanical systems, electronics, welding, and sometimes robotics and automation. 9.4% of Missouri’s total employment is in manufacturing and the industry is growing!

Skills you'll learn

Industrial safety

Learn to maintain a safe, efficient work environment through following proper guidelines and continuous safety training.

Machining

Operating key tools such as lathes, grinders, drilling machines, measuring instruments, and hand tools to implement metal projects.

Computer-aided manufacturing & automation

Experience with 2D and 3D CAD technology, 3D printing, engraving/cutting, as well as Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs) and automated robotic systems.