Everett Community College’s Advanced Manufacturing Training & Education Center (AMTEC) offers state-of-the-art training to Snohomish County and the region.
Opened in 2014, Everett’s 54,000 square foot AMTEC training center offers certificates and degrees in the latest manufacturing technologies, with faculty going beyond the typical classroom to engage students, mentoring them in hands-on collaborative projects and preparing them for a future with cutting-edge regional manufacturers.
In addition to industry-recognized education, AMTEC offers assistance with internships and employment, industry tours and networking events, collaboration in the classroom and the lab and exposure to the entirety of the manufacturing cycle, from idea to design to manufacture and testing. AMTEC programs include Precision Machining, Mechatronics, Engineering Technology, Composites and Welding tracks. Learn about AMTEC’s exceptional facilities and programs by signing up for an upcoming AMTEC facility tour and information session.
AMTEC machining students recently made the news as they departed for the Clash of the Trades reality show competition in North Carolina where they’ll compete for a national title and a $100,000 prize. The competition will premiere on YouTube this month–keep an eye on this blog for more.
AMTEC staff work closely with students and employers to place graduates into good-paying, fulfilling roles in industry. Employment facilitators meet individually with students to tailor resumes, research companies, and jobs, as well as practice interviewing. From job readiness workshops to using social media to network, AMTEC ensures students are prepared to transition from the classroom to the workplace.
AMTEC’s Precision Machining program offers certificates that can be earned in as little as six months, with students learning how to operate and optimize CNC machines, write programs to create tool paths and apply advanced blueprint reading and industrial safety.
The Mechatronics program trains students to be Maintenance Technicians responsible for repairing industrial equipment. Mechatronics integrates skills in electrical mechanics, automation, hydraulics, mechanics, fluid power, controls and sensors, machine controllers and machine maintenance.
The Composites program is designed to prepare students to fabricate, assemble, and repair composite materials on aircraft. Skills learned include tooling, fabrication, machining, assembly, quality assurance, repair, lay-up, vacuum bagging, and cure processing of wet laminating.
Gain skills and knowledge in a variety of technical design subjects at AMTEC’s Engineering Technology program, including computer-aided design software such as CATIA, Solid Works and AutoCAD.
EvCC’s welding and fabrication program teaches all major welding and cutting processes, including SMAW, GMAW, FCAW, FCAW-S, GTAW, OAC, PAC; welding on mild steel, stainless steel and aluminum; hand and machine torch cutting; and field welding techniques. The emphasis in the welding program is not only on welding skills but also on fabrication techniques.
In partnership with AJAC, AMTEC offers apprenticeship programs for Machinists, Precision Metal Fabricators, Industrial Maintenance Technicians, Industrial Manufacturing Technicians and Plastic Process Technicians. Potential apprentices should contact AJAC directly to inquire about apprenticeships.
MORE ON AMTEC:
Watch Boeing’s recent AerosPACE project video featuring EvCC faculty member Mike Patching.
Read about the Association of Washington Business’ tour of AMTEC in June and Impact Washington’s tour of AMTEC in 2023.
Read and watch more about AMTEC at The Clipper, EvCC’s student newspaper.
Review a 2021 aerospace roundtable featuring United States Congressman Rick Larsen (WA-02).