Advanced Manufacturing Technology, AAS

Location(s): Ankeny

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The DMACC Advanced Manufacturing Technology AAS program prepares applicants for a wide variety of manufacturing tasks in industry. Successful applicants will learn the basic elements of welding, fabrication, computer numerical controlled machine operation, computer-aided drafting and design, machining and workplace skills. Graduates will be positioned for employment by a wide variety of manufacturers throughout the state and nation.

At the completion of this two-year Associate in Applied Science degree program, graduates will be prepared for a large number of skilled careers in the manufacturing industry. Opportunities exist in many different types of manufacturing.

Program Details

Pathway: Engineering & Manufacturing

More information on this Pathway.

Students start Fall semester

(If you wish to start the program in the Spring or Summer, please contact the program chair at 515-964-6452 to discuss proper sequencing of courses.)

Selected courses in this program are offered at other campuses.

Graduation Requirements

To earn an Advanced Manufacturing Technology AAS degree, a student must complete all coursework as prescribed and maintain a 2.0 grade point average.

Semester 1

SDV 108 - The College Experience Credits: 1
MAT 772 - Applied Math Credits: 3
MFG 121 - Machine Trade Printreading I Credits: 2
MFG 276 - Hand & Bench Machine Tools Credits: 1
WEL 228 - Welding Safety/Health: SENSE1 Credits: 1
WEL 233 - Print Read/Sym Inter: SENSE1 Credits: 3
WEL 262 - OFC-I Manual & Mech: SENSE1 Credits: 2
WEL 254 - Inspection/Test Princ: SENSE1 Credits: 1
WEL 266 - Thermal Cutting Processes II Credits: 1
WEL 244 - GMAW Sh Cir Transfer: SENSE1 Credits: 2
WEL 245 - GMAW Spray Transfer: SENSE1 Credits: 2

Semester 2

WEL 274 - SMAW 1: SENSE1 Credits: 3
WEL 275 - SMAW II: SENSE1 Credits: 3
WEL 280 - FCAW Self-Shielded: SENSE1 Credits: 2
WEL 281 - FCAW Gas Shielded: SENSE1 Credits: 2
MAT 773 - Applied Math II Credits: 3
MFG 105 - Machine Shop Measuring Credits: 3

Semester 3

WEL 251 - GTAW Carbon Steel: SENSE1 Credits: 2
WEL 252 - GTAW Aluminum: SENSE1 Credits: 1
WEL 253 - GTAW Stainless Steel: SENSE1 Credits: 1
MFG 260 - Mill Operations Theory Credits: 1
MFG 261 - Milling Operations Lab Credits: 2
MFG 250 - Engine Lathe Theory Credits: 1
MFG 251 - Engine Lathe Operations Lab Credits: 2

Semester 4

MFG 356 - CNC Lathe Programming Theory Credits: 2
MFG 354 - CNC Lathe Setup and Oper Lab Credits: 1
MFG 337 - CNC Mill Programming Theory Credits: 2
MFG 338 - CNC Mill Setup and Oper Lab Credits: 1
CAD 184 - SolidWorks for Die Design Credits: 3
Select three credits from Option 1 Credits: 3

Option 1 - Select 1 course

CAD 139 - Intro to CAD/CAM Credits: 3
CAD 119 - Intro Computer-Aided Drafting Credits: 3

Semester 5

WEL 341 - Fabrication I Credits: 6
MFG 132 - Machine Trade Printreading II Credits: 3
Any AAS Degree Communications General Requirement course Credits: 3

Semester 6

WEL 342 - Fabrication II Credits: 6
MGT 145 - Human Relations in Management Credits: 3

Total Credits Required to Complete this AAS Degree - 78

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$185.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

	Semester 1	Semester 2	Semester 3	Semester 4	Semester 5
Books (approximate)	300	700	100		120
Tools	570	50	150		200

Approximate total for program: $16,620**

**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost.

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

Use a wide variety of machine tools and precision measuring instruments.
Do production welding using jigs and fixtures.
Work from drawings, blueprints and other materials.
Work in a team-oriented environment.
Fabricate projects using welded and machined parts.

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

Apply technical skills in specific machine setups and operations.
Use precision measurement devices, input and interpretation of quality measurement data.
Read and interpret blueprints, including computer-generated drawings.
Use problem-solving skills.

What Else Should I Consider about this Program or Career Choice?

High demand for skilled manufacturing technicians.
Great variety of types of work and work environments in industry.
Average starting salary $37,500 (State of Iowa Average).
Class schedule usually 7:00 am - 3:00 pm Monday through Friday.

Program Competencies

Demonstrate the workplace basic skills of listening, writing, problem-solving, interpersonal relationships and leadership
Demonstrate the ability to setup, operate and adjust state of the art multiprocess welding power sources
Evaluate weld quality to an American Welding Society industry standard
Identify basic principles of electricity as it relates to welding
Demonstrate the ability to interpret weldment blueprints and symbols
Describe heat transfer as it relates to specific metal alloys and weld joints
Assess welding discontinuities to determine appropriate ways to solve problems
Demonstrate the safe and effective procedures and method in the proper use of tools, machines, and measuring tools
Interpret data to industry standards
Analyze industrial components using metrology to verify quality
Create components using standard and advanced machining processes to industry standards
Fabricate components using standard and advanced machining and welding processes to industry standards

AY 2023

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