Recent Community College Graduates Matrix
From Aerospace and Advanced Manufacturing Programs
This tool is meant to make hiring easier for Washington’s aerospace and advanced manufacturing companies.
This is an ongoing list of Washington’s community and technical colleges that have aerospace and advanced manufacturing programs. Each listing details credits, program descriptions, skill sets (as taught in each program), contact information, and graduation dates.
Aerospace and advanced manufacturing industry companies can contact the community and technical college nearest to them and speak directly to an instructor about graduating students.
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Machining Technician CP
Award Type
Certificate of Proficiency
Categories
CNC Machining
Machine Maintenance
Precision Machining
Description
Clark College's Machining Technology program offers instruction in numerous machine processes including the set-up and operation of the engine lathe, surface grinders, vertical mill, CNC lathes, EDM and CNC milling machines. All shop theory subjects have a direct bearing on the student's skill, safety, and attitude. In addition to shop theory and practice, the student studies math, blueprint reading, metallurgy, safety, and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) programming. MasterCAM programming classes teach basic CAM programming for mills, lathe, EDM, etc. The basic CNC class involves writing programs and learning to safely operate the HAAS CNC mills.
Skill Sets
- Demonstrate compliance of all machine shop safety regulations.
- Interpret blueprints and perform inspection of machined parts.
- Perform entry-level skills for setup and operation of manual machines.
- Perform entry-level skills to program, operate, and set up CNC machine tools.
- Communicate and interact in a team/group environment to perform multiple tasks in a professional and ethical manner.
- Communicate with various audiences using a variety of methods as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
- Demonstrate interpersonal/human relations skills as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
- Solve quantitative problems and interpret the solutions as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
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Flux Core Arc Welding CA – Vancouver, WA
Award Type
Certificate of Achievement
Description
The Welding Technology program prepares students for entry-level welder employment in production, job shop, or maintenance positions. Students master basic and advanced welding skills while operating heavy industrial fabrication equipment and state-of-the-art welding equipment. The curriculum places equal focus on the development of fabrication skills and techniques. Student will be expected to not only demonstrate their proficiency with various weld processes but their ability to fabricate projects within specified tolerances using those processes.
The multiple certificates and degree options available within this program allow students the option to stop-out and enter the workforce, and re-enter the program as needed, or complete their program of study without stopping. Students enrolled in a welding program will have the opportunity to earn multiple American Welding Society certifications.
Skill Sets
- Demonstrate Welding Technology principles of operation, terminology and safe practices related to Flux Core Arc Welding (FCAW) and cutting processes.
- Explain the use of FCAW electrodes.
- Demonstrate the functions of FCAW power sources, electrical parameters, output characteristics and auxiliary controls.
- Describe the criteria for visual inspection of FCAW weldments.
- Demonstrate Oxy Fuel Cutting and Plasma Arc Cutting principles of operation
Gas Metal Arc Welding CA – Vancouver, WA
Award Type
Certificate of Achievement
Description
The Welding Technology program prepares students for entry-level welder employment in production, job shop, or maintenance positions. Students master basic and advanced welding skills while operating heavy industrial fabrication equipment and state-of-the-art welding equipment. The curriculum places equal focus on the development of fabrication skills and techniques. Student will be expected to not only demonstrate their proficiency with various weld processes but their ability to fabricate projects within specified tolerances using those processes.
The multiple certificates and degree options available within this program allow students the option to stop-out and enter the workforce, and re-enter the program as needed, or complete their program of study without stopping. Students enrolled in a welding program will have the opportunity to earn multiple American Welding Society certifications.
Skill Sets
- Demonstrate Welding Technology principles of operation, terms and safe practices related to Gas Metal Arc Welding (GMAW) and cutting processes.
- Explain the use of GMAW electrodes.
- Describe the functions of GMAW power sources, electrical parameters, output characteristics and auxiliary controls.
- Describe the criteria for visual inspection of GMAW weldments.
Gas Tungsten Arc Welding CA – Vancouver, WA
Award Type
Certificate of Achievement
Description
The Welding Technology program prepares students for entry-level welder employment in production, job shop, or maintenance positions. Students master basic and advanced welding skills while operating heavy industrial fabrication equipment and state-of-the-art welding equipment. The curriculum places equal focus on the development of fabrication skills and techniques. Student will be expected to not only demonstrate their proficiency with various weld processes but their ability to fabricate projects within specified tolerances using those processes.
The multiple certificates and degree options available within this program allow students the option to stop-out and enter the workforce, and re-enter the program as needed, or complete their program of study without stopping. Students enrolled in a welding program will have the opportunity to earn multiple American Welding Society certifications.
Skill Sets
- Demonstrate Welding Technology principles of operation, terms and safe practices related to Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW) and cutting processes.
- Explain the use of GTAW electrodes.
- Describe the functions of GTAW power sources, electrical parameters, output characteristics and auxiliary controls.
- Describe the criteria for visual inspection of GTAW weldments.
- Demonstrate Plasma Arc Welding and Plasma Arc Cutting principles of operation.
Instrumentation/ Control Automation AAT
Description
Mechatronics technology is a complex interdisciplinary field that combines the study of mechanics, electronics, automation and computers. Clark College's Mechatronics program proposal is designed with two certificate tracks, both of which lead to a corresponding AAT degree. Each of the certificate and degree tracks provides multiple stop out and entry points to accommodate various workforce demands.
Skill Sets
- Collect data based on sensory input and system performance to analyze and interpret process capabilities.
- Operate, measure, and modify software-driven industrial control systems.
- Communicate with colleagues, supervisors, clients, using written and verbal technical and/or nontechnical language.
- Actively participate as an effective team member, completing prescribed project tasks and meeting project goals.
- Use computational skills to analyze physical parameters within automated processes and systems.
- Communicate with various audiences using a variety of methods as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
- Demonstrate interpersonal/human relations skills as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
- Solve quantitative problems and interpret the solutions as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
Instrumentation/ Control Automation CA
Award Type
Short Term Certificate
Description
Mechatronics technology is a complex interdisciplinary field that combines the study of mechanics, electronics, automation and computers. Clark College's Mechatronics program proposal is designed with two certificate tracks, both of which lead to a corresponding AAT degree. Each of the certificate and degree tracks provides multiple stop out and entry points to accommodate various workforce demands.
Skill Sets
- Troubleshoot problems in automated processes and systems.
- Communicate with colleagues, supervisors and clients, using written and verbal technical and/or nontechnical language.
- Actively participate as an effective team member, completing prescribed project tasks and meeting project goals.
Instrumentation/ Control Automation CP
Award Type
Certificate of Proficiency
Description
Mechatronics technology is a complex interdisciplinary field that combines the study of mechanics, electronics, automation and computers. Clark College's Mechatronics program proposal is designed with two certificate tracks, both of which lead to a corresponding AAT degree. Each of the certificate and degree tracks provides multiple stop out and entry points to accommodate various workforce demands.
Skill Sets
- Operate, measure, and modify software-driven industrial control processes and systems.
- Operate and program servo and non-servo robotic equipment.
- Troubleshoot problems in automated processes and systems.
- Use computational skills to analyze physical parameters within automated processes and systems.
- Communicate with colleagues, supervisors and clients, using written and verbal technical and/or nontechnical language.
- Actively participate as an effective team member, completing prescribed project tasks and meeting project goals.
- Communicate with various audiences using a variety of methods as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
- Demonstrate interpersonal/human relations skills as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
- Solve quantitative problems and interpret the solutions as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
Machining Technologies AAS
Categories
CNC Machining
Machine Maintenance
Precision Machining
Description
Clark College's Machining Technology program offers instruction in numerous machine processes including the set-up and operation of the engine lathe, surface grinders, vertical mill, CNC lathes, EDM and CNC milling machines. All shop theory subjects have a direct bearing on the student's skill, safety, and attitude. In addition to shop theory and practice, the student studies math, blueprint reading, metallurgy, safety, and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) programming. MasterCAM programming classes teach basic CAM programming for mills, lathe, EDM, etc. The basic CNC class involves writing programs and learning to safely operate the HAAS CNC mills.
Skill Sets
- Demonstrate compliance of all machine shop safety regulations.
- Interpret blueprints and perform inspection of machined parts.
- Perform entry-level skills for setup and operation of manual machines.
- Perform entry-level skills to program, operate, and set up CNC machine tools.
- Communicate and interact in a team/group environment to perform multiple tasks in a professional and ethical manner.
- Communicate with various audiences using a variety of methods as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
- Demonstrate interpersonal/human relations skills as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
- Solve quantitative problems and interpret the solutions as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
- Demonstrate progress toward healthier behaviors as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
- Analyze, interpret, and evaluate works and ideas in the Humanities within appropriate global and historical contexts as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
- Evaluate, analyze, and explain events, behaviors, and institutions using perspectives and methods in the Social Sciences as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
- Apply fundamental principles and relationships from the Natural Sciences to solve problems as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
Machining Technologies AAT
Categories
CNC Machining
Machine Maintenance
Precision Machining
Description
Clark College's Machining Technology program offers instruction in numerous machine processes including the set-up and operation of the engine lathe, surface grinders, vertical mill, CNC lathes, EDM and CNC milling machines. All shop theory subjects have a direct bearing on the student's skill, safety, and attitude. In addition to shop theory and practice, the student studies math, blueprint reading, metallurgy, safety, and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) programming. MasterCAM programming classes teach basic CAM programming for mills, lathe, EDM, etc. The basic CNC class involves writing programs and learning to safely operate the HAAS CNC mills.
Skill Sets
- Demonstrate compliance of all machine shop safety regulations.
- Interpret blueprints and perform inspection of machined parts.
- Perform entry-level skills for setup and operation of manual machines.
- Perform entry-level skills to program, operate, and set up CNC machine tools.
- Communicate and interact in a team/group environment to perform multiple tasks in a professional and ethical manner.
Manual Machining CP
Award Type
Certificate of Proficiency
Categories
CNC Machining
Machine Maintenance
Precision Machining
Description
Clark College's Machining Technology program offers instruction in numerous machine processes including the set-up and operation of the engine lathe, surface grinders, and vertical mill, CNC lathes, EDM and CNC milling machines. All shop theory subjects have a direct bearing on the student's skill, safety. and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) programming. MasterCAM programming classes teach basic CAM programming for mills, lathe, EDM, etc. The basic CNC class involves writing programs and learning to safely operate the HAAS CNC mills.
Skill Sets
- Demonstrate compliance of all machine shop safety regulations.
- Interpret blueprints and perform inspection of machined parts.
- Perform entry-level skills for setup and operation of manual machines.
- Communicate and interact in a team/group environment to perform multiple tasks in a professional and ethical manner.
- Communicate with various audiences using a variety of methods as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
- Demonstrate interpersonal/human relations skills as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
- Solve quantitative problems and interpret the solutions as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
Mechanical Automation AAT
Description
Mechatronics technology is a complex interdisciplinary field that combines the study of mechanics, electronics, automation and computers. Clark College's Mechatronics program proposal is designed with two certificate tracks, both of which lead to a corresponding AAT degree. Each of the certificate and degree tracks provides multiple stop out and entry points to accommodate various workforce demands.
Skill Sets
- Assimilate/interpret technical and nontechnical descriptions to form a solution.
- Design, operate, and troubleshoot automation processes and systems.
- Communicate with colleagues, supervisors, and clients, using written and verbal technical and/or nontechnical language.
- Actively participate as an effective team member, completing prescribed project tasks and meeting project goals.
- Use computational skills to analyze physical parameters within automated processes and systems.
- Communicate with various audiences using a variety of methods as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
- Demonstrate interpersonal/human relations skills as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
- Solve quantitative problems and interpret the solutions as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
Mechanical Automation CA
Award Type
Short Term Certificate
Description
Mechatronics technology is a complex interdisciplinary field that combines the study of mechanics, electronics, automation and computers. Clark College's Mechatronics program proposal is designed with two certificate tracks, both of which lead to a corresponding AAT degree. Each of the certificate and degree tracks provides multiple stop out and entry points to accommodate various workforce demands.
Skill Sets
- Troubleshoot problems in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
- Communicate with colleagues, supervisors and clients, using written and verbal technical and/or nontechnical language.
- Actively participate as an effective team member, completing prescribed project tasks and meeting project goals.
Mechanical Automation CP
Award Type
Certificate of Proficiency
Description
Mechatronics technology is a complex interdisciplinary field that combines the study of mechanics, electronics, automation and computers. Clark College's Mechatronics program proposal is designed with two certificate tracks, both of which lead to a corresponding AAT degree. Each of the certificate and degree tracks provides multiple stop out and entry points to accommodate various workforce demands.
Skill Sets
- Operate and maintain electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment in an industrial environment.
- Troubleshoot problems in electrical, mechanical, hydraulic and pneumatic equipment.
- Use computational skills to analyze physical parameters within automated processes and systems.
- Communicate with colleagues, supervisors and clients, using written and verbal technical and/or nontechnical language.
- Actively participate as an effective team member, completing prescribed project tasks and meeting project goals.
- Communicate with various audiences using a variety of methods as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
- Demonstrate interpersonal/human relations skills as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
- Solve quantitative problems and interpret the solutions as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
Shielded Metal Arc Welding CA – Vancouver, WA
Award Type
Certificate of Achievement
Description
The Welding Technology program prepares students for entry-level welder employment in production, job shop, or maintenance positions. Students master basic and advanced welding skills while operating heavy industrial fabrication equipment and state-of-the-art welding equipment. The curriculum places equal focus on the development of fabrication skills and techniques. Student will be expected to not only demonstrate their proficiency with various weld processes but their ability to fabricate projects within specified tolerances using those processes.
The multiple certificates and degree options available within this program allow students the option to stop-out and enter the workforce, and re-enter the program as needed, or complete their program of study without stopping. Students enrolled in a welding program will have the opportunity to earn multiple American Welding Society certifications.
Skill Sets
- Demonstrate Welding Technology principles of operation, terms and safe practices related to Shielded Metal Arc Welding (SMAW) and cutting processes.
- Explain the use of SMAW electrodes.
- Describe the functions of SMAW power sources, electrical parameters, output characteristics and auxiliary controls.
- Describe the criteria for visual inspection of SMAW weldments.
- Demonstrate Plasma Arc Welding and Plasma Arc Cutting principles of operation.
Welding Technology AAT – Vancouver, WA
Award Type
Certificate of Proficiency
Description
The Welding Technology program prepares students for entry-level welder employment in production, job shop, or maintenance positions. Students master basic and advanced welding skills while operating heavy industrial fabrication equipment and state-of-the-art welding equipment. The curriculum places equal focus on the development of fabrication skills and techniques. Student will be expected to not only demonstrate their proficiency with various weld processes but their ability to fabricate projects within specified tolerances using those processes.
The multiple certificates and degree options available within this program allow students the option to stop-out and enter the workforce, and re-enter the program as needed, or complete their program of study without stopping. Students enrolled in a welding program will have the opportunity to earn multiple American Welding Society certifications.
Skill Sets
- Examine work pieces for defects and measure work pieces with straightedges or templates to ensure conformance with specifications.
- Interpret blueprints and specifications.
- Operate automatic CNC plasma cutting equipment.
- Apply material classifications and identifications to metal fabrication methods.
- Apply physical metallurgy oriented toward the metalworking trades.
- Operate manual, semi-automatic, and automatic welding equipment to fuse metal joints.
- Perform manual and semi-automatic oxyfuel cutting and plasma cutting operations required by skilled welders.
- Communications: Communicate with various audiences using a variety of methods as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
- Human Relations: Demonstrate interpersonal/human relations skills as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
- Computational Skills: Solve quantitative problems and interpret the solutions as appropriate for a career and technical education program.
Clark College
Clark College
1933 Fort Vancouver Way,
Vancouver, WA 98663
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