has been a full-time Manufacturing instructor at Hartford Job Corps Center since 2017. He has extensive knowledge from working at Pratt & Whitney for more than 45 years and from serving as a combat engineer in the Army. After seven years of retirement, James decided to go into teaching, where he can use his skills and years of knowledge to shape the future generations of machinists and engineers.
Manufacturing Technology
On the job, you will …
- Read detailed drawings or files, such as blueprints, sketches, and those for computer-aided design (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM)
- Set up, operate and disassemble manual, automatic and computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools
- Monitor the feed and speed of machines
Some of the career options you will have:
Most Manufacturing Technology graduates go to work for manufacturing companies, or in plants or small machine shops. Manufacturing technicians detect malfunctions and ensure the quality of all products.
The credentials you will earn:
In the Advanced Manufacturing training area, you can earn industry-recognized credentials from such organizations as:
- American Welding Society (AWS)
- National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS)
Students should also earn a state-issued learner’s permit and driver’s license upon completion of the program.
What you’ll need to start training:
- Have a high school diploma or equivalent (can be earned at all Job Corps centers)
- Completion of all introductory and career preparation courses
- Passing scores on all written and performance tests
- Meet academic (math and reading) requirements
Advanced Manufacturing
Job Corps offers training in the following advanced manufacturing areas. Get started today.
Manufacturing Technology professionals set up, operate and disassemble manual, automatic and computer numerically controlled machine tools.