Additive and Digital Manufacturing, AAS

Program Requirements

Program Information

General Requirements for Degrees, Diplomas, and Certificates

See Century College Policy 3.17.0.1

Program Note

The following courses are offered both at Century College and through consortium colleges within Minnesota State: CMAE 1514 , CMAE 1518 , CMAE 1522 , CMAE 1526 , RNEW 1507  and RNEW 2543 . See 360 Center of Excellence for more information. ADM 2780 - Internship in ADM  may also be completed in the Summer term. FACM 1001   is an acceptable substitute for CMAE 1514 . See instructor or counselor/advisor for assistance.

Transfer, Articulation Agreements, and Partnerships

See the Century College website for information regarding transfer.
This program is intended primarily for employment preparation rather than transfer to a four-year institution. Some courses may not transfer to a number of four-year colleges. If you are considering the possibility of transfer, you may wish to talk with your advisor, counselor, or program instructor before registering to discuss your goals, look at programs designed for transfer, and develop a plan.

Program Learning Outcomes

At the end of this program students will be able to:

• Apply knowledge of digital fabrication techniques and methods used in prototype and manufacturing.
• Create prototypes using digital fabrication techniques.
• Effectively use electronic diagnostic instrumentation.
• Develop technical specifications, detail and assembly schematics, and diagrams for machine automation & controls.
• Design and construct integrated computer controlled electrical, mechanical, and fluid systems to achieve proper system operation.
• Apply math, science, art and technology principles to solve problems.
• Communicate effectively in both oral and written form in an industrial/engineering/additive manufacturing environment.
• Document technical information through descriptive writing, sketches/diagrams mathematical expression, computation, and graphs
• Think logically and critically.
• Accurately measure and record values using common precision measuring equipment.
• Program robots and programmable logic controllers effectively, efficiently and safely.
• Articulate professional and ethical behavior and understand the consequences of irresponsible behavior and actions.

Program Contact Information

Randy Jasken 651.779.1722 Room 2699 East

Sample Plan

Please note that this is a sample course sequence. Individual schedules will vary depending upon student needs, goals, and availability. Students are recommended to meet with their advisor, counselor, or faculty program instructors to create an individualized plan that includes prerequisites and application requirements. For detailed program information see the Century College website. This information is subject to change.

Note

This information is subject to change. Changes and updates are posted on century.edu

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