The Manufacturing Production Technician (MPT) certificate prepares students to become skilled production personnel who can function in today’s competitive manufacturing environments. Manufacturing companies require skilled machine operators that can use gauging, inspection, and operations techniques to produce high quality products in today’s global market. Students will be taught to understand the needs, processes, and activities used in today’s manufacturing environment. Additionally, students will learn to infuse contemporary business concepts such as time management, work ethic and attitude, team building, and problem solving into the manufacturing setting. Students who successfully complete the MPT program will earn and be awarded a college certificate. The MPT certificate offers a great way to gain employment or advance in a current job.
For department information or additional degree requirements, go to the Technology and Occupational Sciences, College of department page.
For related information from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, http://www.bls.gov/ooh/construction-and-extraction/home.htm