Advanced Industrial Design and Technology, Associate of Applied Science
The Advanced Industrial Design and Technology program offers an Associate in Applied Science Degree. It is designed to prepare students for employment or advancement in the fields of fabrication, manufacturing, and industrial design, with an emphasis on emerging technologies and strategies. Students will be equipped to compete in today's job market, as the program combines traditional fabrication tools with modern design and fabrication processes including laser cutting, 3D printing, 3D scanning, and Computer-Numerically Controlled (CNC) machining.
This program is designed for individuals who have a career interest in manufacturing, industrial engineering, or design. Students must meet standard requirements of admission. An AAS degree is awarded to students who have a GPA of 2.0 or higher and complete the listed course pattern.
Program objectives
Upon completion of this program, students will be able to produce and/or demonstrate utilizing the following proficiencies:
- Follow all safety procedures;
- Use computer-aided design techniques;
- Manually create a precision working machined part;
- Demonstrate CNC programming techniques;
- Operate mills and grinders;
- Operate laser cutters, 3D printers, and CNC routers;
- Demonstrate 3D scanning, molding and casting, and basic electronics design;
- Use the problem-solving process to design a part to meet a specific requirement;
- Design and fabricate a comprehensive project that strategically utilizes complementary features of traditional and digital fabrication tools and processes;
- Incorporate next-generation manufacturing strategies into a finished product, including tool-free assembly, lean and green production, zero-waste, and flat-pack systems; and
- Describe and discuss the impact of next generation manufacturing strategies and principles in today's job market.
