M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials found in Resources byResources the M-SAMC Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium US DOL SPONSORED TAACCCT GRANT: TC23767 RELEASE DATE6/29/2015 VERSIONv 001 PAGE1 of 23 PRIMARY DEVELOPER – M-SAMC Innovation Team 1 US D EPARTMENT OF L ABOR M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM US D EPARTMENT OF L ABOR M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM M-SAMC I NNOVATION T EAM 1 MANUFACTURING S YSTEMS D EGREE M ODEL

M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials found in Resources byResources the M-SAMC Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License Bridge to Career Certificate TECHNICAL CORE Bridge to Employment Certificate Machining Automation Welding Leadership M-SAMC MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS DEGREE MODEL: OVERVIEW

M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials found in Resources byResources the M-SAMC Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License Bridge to Career TECHNICAL CORE Bridge to Employment Machining Automation Welding Leadership Potential Points of Entry + 12 welding credits Incumbent worker with experience Incumbent welder Incumbent worker with experience (on management track) TAA or TAA-like (displaced worker, unemployed, underemployed) Incumbent worker High school graduate or GED TAA or TAA-like High school graduate or GED M-SAMC MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS DEGREE MODEL: ENTRY POINTS

M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials found in Resources byResources the M-SAMC Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License Bridge to Career TECHNICAL CORE Bridge to Employment Machining Automation Welding Leadership Potential Points of Completion Academic Pathway + 12 welding credits AAS Mfg. Systems Machining Specialty AAS Mfg. Systems Welding Specialty AAS Mfg. Systems Automation Specialty AAS Welding AAS Mfg. Systems Leadership Specialty Bridge to Career Certificate Bridge to Employment Certificate Manufacturing Systems Level 2 Certificate Machining Certificate Electrical (Automation) Certificate Advanced Welding Certificate Basic Welding Certificate Manufacturing Systems Level 1 Certificate M-SAMC MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS DEGREE MODEL: COMPLETION POINTS

M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials found in Resources byResources the M-SAMC Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License Bridge to Career TECHNICAL CORE Bridge to Employment Machining Automation Welding Leadership Potential Points of Completion Industry Recognized Credentials + 12 welding credits NIMS AWS Certification - Basic International Society of Automation CST Associate AWS Certification - Advanced Six Sigma Green Belt MSI Manufacturing Technician Level 1 MSSC Certified Production Technician NIMS National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) M-SAMC MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS DEGREE MODEL: CREDENTIALS FMA Certified Precision Sheet Metal Operator – Level I Six Sigma Yellow Belt Lean Bronze Certification Lean Silver Certification PMMI Mechatronics Certification Exams

M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials found in Resources byResources the M-SAMC Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License  Companies and students choose which academic pathways suit their needs  Model allows for students’ and employers’ needs to change  Changing career / personal situations may require students to leave before an AAS degree is complete  Several entry and exit points  students can complete credentials along the way to an AAS degree  Mobility between specializations up until final year will not delay degree completion  Learners can move laterally or vertically in their careers  Vertical mobility  specialization stays the same, level of education increases  Lateral mobility  level of education stays the same, just changing (or adding) specialization (s) M-SAMC MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS DEGREE MODEL: JUSTIFICATION

M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials found in Resources byResources the M-SAMC Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License  Embedded or Stand Alone certificates add an extra degree of flexibility  Employers can send employees to learn only what they need on the job using stand alone certificates  Employers are able to retrain and adapt their current workforce to meet changing production needs  Accommodates current students’ or potential students’ changing life situations or careers  Certificates carry credit, motivating students to pursue higher levels of education (AAS degree)  Possibility for lateral or upward mobility encourages lifelong and adaptive learning M-SAMC MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS DEGREE MODEL: JUSTIFICATION

M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials found in Resources byResources the M-SAMC Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License  All degree model content is subject to change based on  National trends as manufacturing clusters develop around emerging technology (e.g. additive manufacturing: 3D Printing)  State and regional requirements for academic programs  Local industrial environment (sectors, types of manufacturing processes, in-demand occupations)  Local industry partner feedback M-SAMC MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS DEGREE MODEL: JUSTIFICATION

M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials found in Resources byResources the M-SAMC Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License Bridge to Career Certificate 17 – 19 Credits TECHNICAL CORE Credits M-SAMC MANUFACTURING SYSTEMS DEGREE MODEL: CREDIT RECOMMENDATION SPECIALIZATION Credits GENERAL EDUCATION COURSES 15 Credits AAS DEGREE Credits

M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials found in Resources byResources the M-SAMC Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License Bridge to Employment (BTE) Content Topic Recommended Credits MSSC Safety0 – 1 MSSC Quality Concepts & Measurement0 – 1 MSSC Manufacturing Processes & Production0 – 1 MSSC Maintenance and Awareness0 – 1 NCRC Applied Math0 – 1 NCRC Reading for Information0 – 1 NCRC Locating Information0 – 1 Digital Literacy – Applications0 – 3 TOTAL0 – 10 M-SAMC BRIDGE TO EMPLOYMENT MODEL: OVERVIEW Bridge to Employment Certificate

M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials found in Resources byResources the M-SAMC Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License  USA manufacturing employers are experiencing a lack of entry-level talent, with the knowledge and skills needed to perform on the job  Purpose  Up-skill individuals who are chronically unemployed, so that they may re-enter the workforce  Provide underemployed a “new lease on life”  Provide a “springboard” for individuals looking to begin an academic or career pathway  Prepare individuals to enter the workforce, or enter into a college program  BTE can be a stand-alone certificate or can initiate an academic pathway  Upon completion, students will have the skills to find an entry level position (esp. in manufacturing)  Basic skills in math / reading allow students to pursue more education, likely BTC next (see below) M-SAMC BRIDGE TO EMPLOYMENT MODEL: JUSTIFICATION

M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials found in Resources byResources the M-SAMC Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License  Inclusion of two national credentials (MSSC CPT, NCRC) at participating colleges  Enhance students’ immediate employability Provide third-party validation of curriculum  Accelerated completion of credential to fill student and employer needs  BTE Content  Content is rooted in MSSC and NCRC certifications  Colleges that don’t utilize MSSC or NCRC certifications can deliver BTE using the certificates as content guideline M-SAMC BRIDGE TO EMPLOYMENT MODEL: JUSTIFICATION

M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials found in Resources byResources the M-SAMC Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License Bridge to Career (BTC) Content TopicRecommended Credits Safety (OSHA 30)2 Technical Math0 (incl. in gen. ed.) Integrated Systems2 Introduction to Lean, Quality, Teamwork3 (1 cr. each) Digital Literacy – Applications3 You choose 4-6 credits* (based on state credit requirements) from: Blueprint Reading3 Introduction to Electricity3 Fluid Power6 Mechanical Power Transmissions5 Materials & Processes4 College Success0 TOTAL17 – 19 Bridge to Career Certificate M-SAMC BRIDGE TO CAREER MODEL: OVERVIEW * Selecting credits that also appear in the Technical Core will allow for students to more easily transition into an associates' degree pathway

M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials found in Resources byResources the M-SAMC Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License  Purpose  Enhance skill set of incumbent employees for internal promotions  Prepare students (new or returning) for college-level work  Move students from jobs into career pathways  Empower workers to confidently and quickly make decisions on the plant floor  BTC can be a stand-alone certificate or part of a degree pathway  4-6 open credits can be chosen from those in the degree pathway, accelerating completion of a degree  Open credits allow customization of the certificate to regional need  Use Prior Learning Assessment tools to award appropriate credits using exams or skill set verification M-SAMC BRIDGE TO CAREER MODEL: JUSTIFICATION

M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials found in Resources byResources the M-SAMC Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License  Level the playing field for  Incumbent workers in manufacturing that may be able to earn credit for prior learning of BTC content  Individuals looking to enter the manufacturing field and re-enter an educational/career pathway  Industry needs to invest in human resources to ensure a positive and efficient work environment  BTC Content  Contains a balance of “hard skills and soft skills” (all inclusive: Success Skills)  Companies do well in “hard” skills training, but are also looking for employees with a commitment to quality, timeliness, communication, and civility  Individual effort leads to Team Success and Companies’ ability to compete globally  Contains the skills necessary for employees to be successful in a modern manufacturing environment M-SAMC BRIDGE TO CAREER MODEL: JUSTIFICATION

M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials found in Resources byResources the M-SAMC Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License Bridge to Career Certificate TECHNICAL CORE M-SAMC DEGREE MODEL: TECH CORE OVERVIEW Technical Core Content TopicRecommended Credits Safety (OSHA 30)2 Tech Math0 (incl. in gen. ed.) Digital Lit3 Blueprint3 Intro to Electricity3 Fluid Power6 Mechanical Power Transmissions5 Materials and Processes4 College Success0 (incl. in gen. ed.) Lean, Quality, Teamwork Intro3 Integrated Systems2 TOTAL31

M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials found in Resources byResources the M-SAMC Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License  Purpose  To provide a solid core of knowledge base and skill set for all students pursuing work in the manufacturing field  Skill set that is broadly applicable to the majority of manufacturing career pathways and sectors  Provide required skill set for students to obtain entry- to mid-level jobs in manufacturing  Tech Core can be a stand-alone certificate or part of a degree pathway  Recommended that completion of the Tech Core result with a Manufacturing Systems certificate  BTC and Tech Core can and should overlap completely based on course selection  Important for advisors to be knowledgeable about BTC and Tech Core to properly advise students M-SAMC DEGREE MODEL: TECH CORE JUSTIFICATION

M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials found in Resources byResources the M-SAMC Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License M-SAMC DEGREE MODEL: MACHINING SPECIALIZATION OVERVIEW Machining Specialization Content TopicRecommended Credits Basic Machining Practices6 Subtractive Manufacturing12 OR Tool and Die12 OR Advanced CAD12 OR Additive Manufacturing12 TOTAL18 Machining

M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials found in Resources byResources the M-SAMC Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License M-SAMC DEGREE MODEL: AUTOMATION SPECIALIZATION OVERVIEW Automation Specialization Content TopicRecommended Credits Motor Controls / Relay Logic4 PLC54 Robots4 Networking2 Systems3 TOTAL18 Automation

M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials found in Resources byResources the M-SAMC Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License M-SAMC DEGREE MODEL: AUTOMATION SPECIALIZATION OVERVIEW Welding Specialization Content TopicRecommended Credits Weld Joint Design & Preparation3 Shielded Metal Arc Welding3 Gas Tungsten Arc Welding4 Gas Metal Arc Welding2 Weld Metallurgy3 Pipe Welding3 TOTAL18 Welding

M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials found in Resources byResources the M-SAMC Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License M-SAMC DEGREE MODEL: AUTOMATION SPECIALIZATION OVERVIEW Leadership Specialization Content TopicRecommended Credits Organizational Structure & Development3 Logistics I (Supply Chain)3 Finance3 Lean, Quality, and Leadership I3 Critical Thinking, Problem Solving3 Lean, Quality, and Leadership II4 OR Logistics II4 OR Human Resource Development4 OR Customer Service4 TOTAL19 Leadership

M ULTI -S TATE A DVANCED M ANUFACTURING C ONSORTIUM _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials _v001_m-samc_degree_model_and_credentials found in Resources byResources the M-SAMC Multi-State Advanced Manufacturing Consortium is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License. Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License  Driven by evolving technologies for production in modern manufacturing systems  Provides specialized education and training for agile adjustment to industry needs  Allows industry & education to form concurrent develop strategies at point of awareness  Adding, modifying, or removing specializations keeps degree programs industry aligned  Provides educated workforce for integrated, highly specialized manufacturing systems  Facilitates turnaround for incumbent retraining as production systems change  Provides learner with flexible choice based on a solid common technical core  Lowers punitive effect of credits & time lost if student changes their specialization  Reduces resource impact for returning student and educational institution M-SAMC DEGREE MODEL: SPECIALIZATION JUSTIFICATION

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