Course

Manufacturing as A Career

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Full course description

Course Overview

Do you have an interest in a job in Manufacturing? This course will help you understand what Manufacturing is and isn’t. 

Course Outcome:

This course awards a microcredential, "Manufacturing As A Career.” 

Course Sections:

Section 1 - CAR-2001 Manufacturing - A Future Worth Exploring

Description

Manufacturing jobs are on the rise in the U.S. This course discusses the benefits of working in manufacturing. 

Learning Outcomes

  • Describe the current workforce needs in manufacturing and how that number is projected to grow over the next decade.

  • Describe how manufacturing outpaces all other industries in salary, benefits, and opportunity for growth.

  • Explain the history and evolution of manufacturing in the U.S.

  • Describe the varied opportunities and career paths available in manufacturing.

  • Explain why companies are choosing to bring manufacturing jobs back to the U.S.

Completion Time

Estimated completion time (hours):    1.0

Section 2 - CAR-2002 Manufacturing - Components of Production

Description

A manufacturing plant requires many components and teams of people to get a product made. It is truly amazing to see people, equipment, and machines all working together in a sort of symphony. In this course, you’ll learn all the working parts of a manufacturing plant, paying close attention to the production component, as this is the department where most manufacturing employees get their start.  

Learning Outcomes

By the end of this module, you will be able to

  • Define the six major components of production in manufacturing

  • Identify and explain the different careers that each of these concentrations can offer

  • Explain the benefits of cross training

Completion Time

Estimated completion time (hours):    0.8

Section 3: CAR-2003 Manufacturing - Credentials and Competencies

 Course Description

 Although a college degree is not typically required for a production job, a solid academic and skill base is required. In this course, you’ll learn about what skills are necessary for manufacturing jobs and how you can distinguish yourself from other job candidates.                                                                                       

By the end of this course, you will be able to

  • Explain the value of getting credentials

  • Define STEM

  • Identify the various competency levels for employment in manufacturing

  • Describe various education and training programs available to job seekers

Estimated completion time (hours): 1.2

Section 4: CAR-2004 Manufacturing - Career Planning and Resources

Course Description

In this course, you’ll learn the twelve major subindustries of manufacturing and some resources that can help you navigate career planning.

By the end of this course, you will be able to

  • Describe twelve major subindustries in manufacturing

  • Explain the benefits of networking

  • Use the best online job posting sites for manufacturing

  • Find manufacturing job descriptions

  • Find salary and job growth information

Estimated completion time (hours): 1.2