Manufacturing Technology
The manufacturing technology program prepares graduates for supervisory or technical positions in manufacturing. Curriculum requirements are broad-based so that graduates can obtain employment in a wide variety of manufacturing areas. Some include quality control, production and inventory control, manufacturing processes, and computer-aided manufacturing. The technician will develop a fundamental knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, quality processes, computer, electrical, mechanical and machine control systems related to manufacturing disciplines.
Degrees & Certificates in Manufacturing Technology
APPLIED SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY DIVISION
MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY — Degree
Associate in Applied Science Degree
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.
Total = 64 Hours
First Semester (16 Cr. Hrs.)
Second Semester (18 Cr. Hrs.)
Third Semester (13 Cr. Hrs.)
Fourth Semester (17 Cr. Hrs.)
1 Prerequisite course(s) may be required based on test scores.
MANUFACTURING TECHNOLOGY — Certificate
Occupational Certificate
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.
Gainful Employment Information
► Total = 32 Hours
First Semester (17 Cr. Hrs.)
Second Semester (15 Cr. Hrs.)
CERTIFIED PRODUCTION TECHNICIAN — Certificate
Occupational Certificate
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 skillsets 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.
Gainful Employment Information
► Total = 16 Hours
First Semester (16 Cr. Hrs.)
- MFG 1207 Safety (3)
- MFG 1210 Quality Practices & Measurement (3)
- MFG 1208 Manufacturing Processes & Production (3)
- MFG 1209 Maintenance Awareness (3)
- Technical Elective(s) (4)
Manufacturing Technology Brochures
Program Outcomes
Manufacturing Technology
- Demonstrate the ability to complete tasks in the manufacturing of plastics, fiberglass, rubber and steel products.
- Complete the four critical production functions common to all sectors of manufacturing with MSSC credentialing.
- Develop a fundamental knowledge of materials, manufacturing processes, and quality processes in the manufacturing field.
- Develop a fundamental knowledge of computers, electrical, mechanical and machine control systems in the manufacturing field.
- Demonstrate appropriate safety measures to identify occupational hazards.
- Perform the mathematical functions of addition, subtraction, fractions, decimal and angular measurements.
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INA, Ill. (Feb. 26, 2020) — Rend Lake College machining students will have new equipment to work with thanks to a generous donation from an area business.
Bennett Metal Products, Inc., located in Mt. Vernon, recently contributed an Okuma CNC LB15 Lathe along with a monetary donation to purchase toolboxes for RLC’s Machining program.
(From left) Rend Lake College President Terry Wilkerson, Dean...
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INA, Ill. (Feb. 26, 2020) — Students and businesses from around the region got a firsthand look at how apprenticeships benefit the local workforce Wednesday at Rend Lake College.
RLC hosted Apprenticeship Works! — a program that showcased how local businesses have worked with the college to give students on-the-job training that will benefit them during their future careers.
Current students...
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INA, Ill. (Feb. 10, 2020) — The Rend Lake College Machining Program is taking applications for the Gene Haas Foundation Scholarships. The amount of the scholarships will vary based upon the number of applications, with the minimum award being $1,000 for the FY21 Academic Year (Aug. 2020-May 2021). This application process will be open to students enrolling to complete the Basic Machining...
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Phone Extension: 1292
Building: Advanced Technology Division
Office: 138
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Administrative Assistant | Applied Science & Technology Division
Phone Extension: 1261
Building: Advanced Technology Center
Office: 139
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