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Manufacturing Technology

Welcome to our manufacturing technology program. We offer a degree in manufacturing technology as well as two certificates. Let us prepare you for a rewarding career in manufacturing technology. Explore our site to discover how we can help you achieve your goals.

Associate in Applied Science Degree

Manufacturing Technology

The Manufacturing Technology program is designed to prepare graduates for supervisory or technical positions in manufacturing. Curriculum requirements are broad-based to enable graduates to obtain employment in a wide variety of manufacturing areas, such as quality control, production and inventory control, manufacturing processes and computer-aided manufacturing. The technician will develop a fundamental knowledge of materials, manufacturing process, quality processes, and computer, electrical, mechanical and machine control systems related to manufacturing disciplines.

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Courses

Total = 65 Hours
Fall Semester
IST 1291 - Basic Electronics for Technicians	5 Cr. Hrs.
IST 2230 - Introduction to PLCs	4 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1207 - Safety	3 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1210 - Quality Practices & Measurements	3 Cr. Hrs.
Total	15 Cr. Hrs.
Spring Semester
ENGL 1101 - Rhetoric and Composition I	3 Cr. Hrs.
MATH 1201 - Technical Mathematics	3 Cr. Hrs.
FLPR 1262 - Fluid Power Fundamentals	5 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1208 - Manufacturing Processes & Production	3 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1209 - Maintenance Awareness	3 Cr. Hrs.
Total	17 Cr. Hrs.
Fall Semester
CSCI 1101 - Introduction to Computers	3 Cr. Hrs.
IST 2231 - Advanced PLCs	3 Cr. Hrs.
MACH 1201 - Machine Technology I	4 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1230 - Blueprint Reading	3 Cr. Hrs.
WELD 1270 - Introduction to Welding Processes	4 Cr. Hrs.
Total	17 Cr. Hrs.
Spring Semester
COMM 1101 - Principles of Effective Speaking	3 Cr. Hrs.
MACH 1202 - Machine Technology II	4 Cr. Hrs.
IST 1250 - Electric Motors & Control Circuits	6 Cr. Hrs.
PSYC 2101 - Introduction to Psychology or PSYC 2106 - Human Relations	3 Cr. Hrs.
Total	16 Cr. Hrs.

Costs & How To Pay

Costs for this program

Tuition & Fees at RLC

Payments on student accounts must be made by the deadline included on the student statement.

Fall: July 15
Spring: December 15
Summer: May 15

Students who do not make payments by this deadline may be dropped from their classes.

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Program Outcomes

1. Demonstrate the ability to complete tasks in the manufacturing of plastics, fiberglass, rubber and steel products.

2. Complete the four critical production functions common to all sectors of manufacturing with MSSC credentialing.

3. Develop a fundamental knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and quality processes in the manufacturing field.

4. Develop a fundamental knowledge of computers, electrical, mechanical and machine control systems in the manufacturing field.

5. Demonstrate appropriate safety measures to identify occupational hazards.

6. Perform the mathematical functions of addition, subtraction, fractions, decimal and angular measurements.

Manufacturing Technology

The Manufacturing Technology program is designed to prepare graduates for supervisory or technical positions in manufacturing. Curriculum requirements are broad-based to enable graduates to obtain employment in a wide variety of manufacturing areas, such as quality control, production and inventory control, manufacturing processes and computer-aided manufacturing. The technician will develop a fundamental knowledge of materials, manufacturing process, quality processes and computer, electrical, mechanical and machine control systems related to manufacturing disciplines.

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Costs for this program

Tuition & Fees at RLC

Total = 32 Hours
Fall Semester
MACH 1201 - Machine Technology I	4 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1207 - Safety	3 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1210 - Quality Practices & Measurement	3 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1230 - Blueprint Reading	3 Cr. Hrs.
WELD 1270 - Introduction to Welding Processes	4 Cr. Hrs.
Total	17 Cr. Hrs.
Spring Semester
BUSI 1202 - Employability Skills	1 Cr. Hrs.
IST 2230 - Introduction to PLCs	4 Cr. Hrs.
MACH 1202 - Machine Technology II	4 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1208 - Manufacturing Processes & Production	3 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1209 - Maintenance Awareness	3 Cr. Hrs.
Total	15 Cr. Hrs.

Certified Production Technician

The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) industry-recognized credentialing system leading to a certified production technician covers the four critical production functions common to all sectors of manufacturing. This program provides the foundational knowledge and skill sets applicable for entry- to mid-level production technician jobs in the manufacturing industry. It is designed for individuals wanting to enter the manufacturing field as production line workers as well as experienced employees wishing to seek MSSC certification. Students must receive a "C" or better in all courses

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Costs for this program

Tuition & Fees at RLC

Total = 16 Hours
First Semester
MFG 1207 - Safety	3 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1210 - Quality Practices & Measurement	3 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1208 - Manufacturing Processes & Production	3 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1209 - Maintenance Awareness	3 Cr. Hrs.
Technical Elective(s)	4 Cr. Hrs.
Total	16 Cr. Hrs.
Technical Electives
IST 1230 - Intro To Robotics	3 Cr. Hrs.
MACH 1203 - Machine Technology III	3 Cr. Hrs.
MACH 1205 - Special Problems In Machining	3 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1200 - Manufacturing Employment Skills	3 Cr. Hrs.
WELD 1272 - Structural Shielded Metal Arc Welding	4 Cr. Hrs.
WELD 1282 - GMAW / GTAW Welding	4 Cr. Hrs.

Manufacturing Technology

The Manufacturing Technology program is designed to prepare graduates for supervisory or technical positions in manufacturing. Curriculum requirements are broad-based to enable graduates to obtain employment in a wide variety of manufacturing areas, such as quality control, production and inventory control, manufacturing processes and computer-aided manufacturing. The technician will develop a fundamental knowledge of materials, manufacturing process, quality processes and computer, electrical, mechanical and machine control systems related to manufacturing disciplines.

Plan Your Manufacturing Technology Certificate

Costs for this program

Tuition & Fees at RLC

Total = 32 Hours
Fall Semester
MACH 1201 - Machine Technology I	4 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1207 - Safety	3 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1210 - Quality Practices & Measurement	3 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1230 - Blueprint Reading	3 Cr. Hrs.
WELD 1270 - Introduction to Welding Processes	4 Cr. Hrs.
Total	17 Cr. Hrs.
Spring Semester
BUSI 1202 - Employability Skills	1 Cr. Hrs.
IST 2230 - Introduction to PLCs	4 Cr. Hrs.
MACH 1202 - Machine Technology II	4 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1208 - Manufacturing Processes & Production	3 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1209 - Maintenance Awareness	3 Cr. Hrs.
Total	15 Cr. Hrs.

Certified Production Technician

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Costs for this program

Tuition & Fees at RLC

Total = 16 Hours
First Semester
MFG 1207 - Safety	3 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1210 - Quality Practices & Measurement	3 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1208 - Manufacturing Processes & Production	3 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1209 - Maintenance Awareness	3 Cr. Hrs.
Technical Elective(s)	4 Cr. Hrs.
Total	16 Cr. Hrs.
Technical Electives
IST 1230 - Intro To Robotics	3 Cr. Hrs.
MACH 1203 - Machine Technology III	3 Cr. Hrs.
MACH 1205 - Special Problems In Machining	3 Cr. Hrs.
MFG 1200 - Manufacturing Employment Skills	3 Cr. Hrs.
WELD 1272 - Structural Shielded Metal Arc Welding	4 Cr. Hrs.
WELD 1282 - GMAW / GTAW Welding	4 Cr. Hrs.

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Scott Kieger, General Manager. Jason Meilott and Riley Wayne Brannan, Welders & Machinists, Lay’s Mining Service, Inc., Mt. Vernon, IL

Allison Allgaier, President, Phoenix Modular Elevator, Mt. Vernon, IL

Brandon Schulte, owner and Stephan Barton, Final Assembly, Schulte Industries Inc., Mt. Vernon, IL

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