About
The mission of the APPS Program is to increase the number of available skilled workers for existing and emerging manufacturing jobs, enhance worker skills, knowledge in manufacturing technologies and processes, help improve the productivity of the region’s manufacturing industry, increase manufacturer’s global competitive advantage, and provide manufacturing related technical assistance to local business and industry. This program offers three career paths: Robotics Automation, Additive Manufacturing, and Plastic Injection Molding. Training in these areas is related to the high-tech manufacturing industry of today’s economy. Completion of the program yields a Technician Diploma.
Overview
Information | Detail |
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Time Commitment | Full Time |
Typical Program Length | 12 Months |
Clock Hours | 1,296 |
Class Type | Day |
Credentials | Diploma |
Total Tuition/Fees | $4,320.00 |
Textbook/Supplies Cost | $547.00 |
Program Credentials
Campus Locations
Main Campus
P.O. Box 614
1233 East College Street
Pulaski, TN 38478
P.O. Box 614
1233 East College Street
Pulaski, TN 38478
Curriculum/Courses
First Trimester:
Worker Characteristic
Technology Foundations
Principles of Lean Manufacturing/Six Sigma
OSHA and Safety Fundamentals
Essential Fundamentals of Industry
Quality Fundamentals and Measurements
Introduction to CAD
Introduction to 3D Printing
Metrology Equipment Fundamentals
Industrial Components
Second Trimester:
Worker Characteristic
Basic Mechanical Theory and Lab
Basic Hydraulics Theory and Lab
Basic Pneumatics Theory and Lab
Industry 4.0 Fundamentals
Applied Principles of Industry 4.0
Advanced Hydraulics and Pneumatics
Manual Machining Fundamentals
Third Trimester:
Elective: Worker Characteristic
Injection Molding Theory and Lab
Advanced Molding Theory and Lab
Tool and Die
Elective: Worker Characteristics
Fundamentals of Materials
Technical Drawing Fundamentals
Data Processing of Manufacturing
CAD for 3D Printing
3D Scanning
Industrial 3D Printing
Design Project
Elective: Worker Characteristics
Industrial Robotic Theory and Lab
Advanced Robotic Programming and Troubleshooting
Industrial Robotic Maintenance
Certifications
Production Technician
Mechanical Systems Technician