1. Certification Learning Network February 16, 2011 1

2. Agenda 1.Welcome and Introductions 2.Technical Topic: Implementation of the NAM-Endorsed Skills Certification System, Critical Components Driving Success a)National Context and Guidance b)State Implementation Overview - North Carolina c)Q & A d)Tools to Support Success 3.TAA SGA – Data to Support Application 4.Site Updates 5.Learning Network Survey 6.Webinar Schedule 2

3. A Case Study of Implementation of the NAM- Endorsed Manufacturing Skills Certification System in North Carolina 3

4. Critical Components Driving Success 1.Identify Regional Economic Demands (Data Validation) 2.Develop Implementation Timeline 3.Engage Industry Leaders 4.Engage Faculty 5.Audit Programs of Study 6.Map Certification to Programs (adjust as needed); 7.Develop Certification Partnerships 8.Deploy Dream It Do It (Student Recruitment) 9.Assess Faculty and Implement Professional Development 10.Develop Benchmarks 11.Driving a Policy Agenda 4

5. Next Generation Manufacturing in the Winston-Salem Region The Business Case for Adopting the NAM-Endorsed Skills Certification System 5

6. Manufacturing is a major economic driver in the region Winston-Salem Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) = Forsyth, Stokes, Davie, and Yadkin counties 582 companies 25,367 workers (12% of all jobs) Average wage of $50,960 (25% higher than workers in all other industries - $40,185) Manufacturing jobs are good, family-wage jobs. 6

7. Projected Top Growth Industries (2010-2015) 7 Organized by highest projected growth in absolute numbers, descending.

8. Emerging Opportunities 2010-2015 NAICS CodeDescription 2010 Jobs 2015 JobsChange% Change 3345Electronic instrument manufacturing7841,09831440% 3363Motor vehicle parts manufacturing1,0911,20211110% 3331Ag., construction, and mining machinery mfg.63173910817% 3261Plastics product manufacturing1,3801,4871078% 3399Other miscellaneous manufacturing3013666522% 3339Other general purpose machinery manufacturing567617509% 3364Aerospace product and parts manufacturing1361834735% 3312Steel product mfg. from purchased steel731194663%

9. SOC CodeDescription 2010 Jobs 2015 Jobs 5 year Demand Current Hourly Earnings 19-4021Biological technicians758523$16.41 17-3026Industrial engineering technicians170 23$21.77 17-3023Electrical and electronic engineering technicians13714319$24.39 19-4091Environmental science and protection technicians515818$15.25 17-3022Civil engineering technicians11512218$19.41 19-4031Chemical technicians36335$16.90 17-3029Engineering technicians, except drafters, all other25274$22.82 Regional demand for skilled manufacturing workers in top emerging industries - Associates Degree *The data highlight total demand for these high-skilled workers across all industries. Five year demand includes new and replacement workers.

10. Maximizing Flexibility 10 Foundational Skills + Cross-Cutting Technical Skills (and the industry-based credentials that support them) Electronic Instrument Manufacturing Motor Vehicle Parts Manufacturing Machinery Manufacturing Plastics Product Manufacturing Aerospace Product & Parts Manufacturing Steel Product Manufacturing

11. NAM Skills System Deployment Four focus program areas: Mechanical Engineering Technologies Machining Technologies Industrial System Technologies Welding Curriculum of all programs reviewed for alignment with industry certifications; gaps identified and filled

12. Alignment with Industry Requirements Industry Certifications Offered: –National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC) (Reading for Information, Applied Math, Locating Information) –Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC) (Maintenance Awareness) – American Welding Society (AWS) –National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) 12

13. A LIGNING E DUCATION, C ERTIFICATION AND C AREER P ATHWAYS For the Mechanical and Engineering Fields at Forsyth Technical Community College, Winston Salem, NC

14. Credentialing Results National Career Readiness Certificate 165 Certificates issued 1 platinum 37 gold 104 silver 23 bronze National Institute for Metalworking Skills 48 Certifications issued 24 Measurements, Materials, and Safety 24 Job Planning, Benchwork, and Layout American Welding Society 12 D1.1 certifications have been issued Manufacturing Skill Standards Council 9 MSSC Maintenance Awareness certifications

15. 15 Future Economic Opportunity Positioning the Region

16. Forsyth Implementation and Benchmarking 16 Learning Exchange Learning Exchange: Costs Structure Advocacy Success

17. State-wide Asset Map 17 Manufacturing

18. Manufacturing Programs in North Carolina Aerostructure Manufacturing and Repair Alternative Energy Technology: Biofuels Applied Engineering Technology Automation Engineering Technology Biopharmaceutical Technology Bioprocess Technology Biotechnology Boat Building Boat Manufacture and Service Chemical Technology Computer Technology Integration Computer-Aided Drafting Technology Electrical / Electronics Technology Electrical Engineering Technology Electronics Engineering Technology Furniture Production Technology Global Logistics Technology Industrial Engineering Technology Industrial Management Technology Industrial Systems Technology Laser and Photonics Technology Machining Technology Machining Technology / Tool, Die and Mold Making Manufacturing Technology Manufacturing Technology / Composites Manufacturing Technology / Integrated Operations Manufacturing Technology / Plastics Materials Science Technology Mechanical Engineering Technology Mechatronics Engineering Technology Mechanical Drafting Technology Nanotechnology Nondestructive Examination Technology Pulp and Paper Technology Sustainability Technologies Welding Technology 18

19. SuperCIP 19 Lead CIP College Energy Environmental SciencesEngineering and Applied Tech Transportation Building Sciences

20. Maximizing Economic Returns Talent development is a key pillar of any regional economy’s competitiveness agenda. Developing the high performance manufacturing workforce will help stabilize and grow manufacturing industries currently located in your region AND be “an attraction” asset for new manufacturers and job creators. Integration of these manufacturing credentials into your education system is an opportunity to develop the pipeline of manufacturing talent, rebuild North Carolina’s technical workforce, and attract new jobs to your region. 20

21. Required Actions Policy makers and investors must call for and invest in alignment of educational and career pathways in postsecondary education. Education leaders must align educational pathways in degree programs of study to nationally portable, industry-recognized skill credentials, creating more “on and off ramps” in postsecondary education and producing the talent manufacturers need to succeed. Manufacturing employers must recruit, screen, and hire individuals who successfully achieve the credentials. 21

22. Tools to Support Success 22

23. Tools to Accelerate Deployment 23 institute.nam.org National Tools The Manufacturing Institute has developed a set of National Tools to accelerate deployment of the Skills Certification System. So, whether you are an educator, manufacturer, human resources executive, workforce developer, legislator, or thought leader, there is a tool for you to start impacting your community. Tools on the Website

24. TAA SGA Support Update 24

25. Learning Network Survey http://www.surveymonkey.com/s/HXHLVYP 25

26. 2011 Schedule of Webinars Webinars will be from 12:00-1:30 p.m. Eastern Time March 23 April 27 (updated) May 18June 15 July 20August 17 September 21October 18 November 16 26