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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Industrial Automation and Electronic Controls Certificate
Ends
06/14/19, 08/16/19, 12/11/19, 03/25/20, 06/19/20
Categories
Advanced Materials Manufacturing
Electronics
Description
The Industrial Automation and Electronic Controls Certificate prepares students for immediate employment, and future advancement, in companies or government organizations that manufacture, service, sell, design or support electrical and electronic systems that control machinery, automation, and/or processes. This certificate qualifies graduates for job titles such as Industrial Machinery Mechanic, Industrial Electrician, Electrical and Electronics Repairer for Commercial and Industrial Equipment. Credits range from 58-61.
Skill Sets
- Identify and apply technical concepts and terms used in industrial energy and control.
- Ability to troubleshoot robotic systems, using knowledge of programmable controllers, electronics, circuit analysis, mechanics, sensor or feedback systems, hydraulics, or pneumatics.
- Locate, evaluate, and apply relevant information from various sources to address workplace problems.
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North Seattle College
Advanced Design for Manufacturing Certificate
Award Type
Short-Term Certificate
Ends
06/14/19, 08/16/19, 12/11/19, 03/25/20, 06/19/20
Categories
Computer-Aided Drafting/Technical Design
Description
This program has been designed for the student that wants to pursue a career in Mechanical Engineering as a Mechanical Drafter or Commercial/Industrial Designer. The student will use computer programs that relate to CAD (Computer Aided Design) including SolidWorks to construct rapid prototypes from basic 3D part creation to advanced surfacing models used in industries such as Aerospace. This certificate qualifies graduates for job titles such as Mechanical Drafter, Commercial and Industrial Designer, or Engineering Drafter.
Skill Sets
- Demonstrate the ability to identify, formulate and solve engineering problems.
- Complete a comprehensive design project using advanced engineering design programs as required by industry standards.
- Describe the role and purpose of codes and standards as they pertain to the life, health, and safety of the public.
- Perform the necessary steps to transform an idea or need into a completed project.
- Perform and support design and estimating functions, including, costs, labor requirements, equipment, and scheduling functions.
Aviation Electronics 1 - Wire Assembly Certificate
Award Type
Short-Term Certificate
Ends
06/14/19, 08/16/19, 12/11/19, 03/25/20, 06/19/20
Description
This certificate is designed to provide students with the basic knowledge, skills and abilities to meet minimum requirements for employment as an entry-level wire assembly technician in aerospace-related technologies. This certificate qualifies graduates for job titles such Wire Assembler, Factory Assembler, or Avionics Factory Worker. Credits range from 29-30.
Skill Sets
- Identify and apply technical concepts and terms used in the avionics field.
- Perform basic wiring and termination common to avionics.
- Locate, evaluate, and apply relevant information from various sources to address workplace problems.
Aviation Electronics II: Electronics Technician Certificate
Ends
06/14/19, 08/16/19, 12/11/19, 03/25/20, 06/19/20
Description
This certificate is designed to provide students with the basic knowledge, skills and abilities (KSA’s) to meet minimum requirements for employment as an entry-level electronics technician in aerospace-related technologies. This certificate qualifies for graduates for job titles such as Electronics Technician, Repair Technician and Electrical and Instrument Mechanic. Credits range from 60-64.
Skill Sets
- Identify and apply technical concepts and terms used in the avionics field.
- Perform basic wiring and termination common to avionics.
- Locate, evaluate, and apply relevant information from various sources to address workplace problems.
Avionics Technician Certificate
Award Type
Short-Term Certificate
Ends
06/14/19, 08/16/19, 12/11/19, 03/25/20, 06/19/20
Description
This certificate is designed to provide students with the basic knowledge, skills and abilities to meet minimum requirements for employment as an entry-level avionics technician in aerospace-related technologies. This program is intended as a supplement for Aviation Maintenance Technicians. This certificate qualifies graduates for job titles such as Avionics Technician, Aircraft Electrical System Specialist, or Avionics Installer.
Skill Sets
- Identify and apply technical concepts and terms used in the avionics field.
- Perform basic wiring and termination common to avionics.
- Locate, evaluate, and apply relevant information from various sources to address workplace problems.
Computer-Aided Design (CAD) for Design & Construction
Award Type
Short-Term Certificate
Ends
06/14/19, 08/16/19, 12/11/19, 03/25/20, 06/19/20
Categories
Computer-Aided Drafting/Technical Design
Description
This certificate prepares students for a growing number of entry-level jobs in engineering, construction, and architectural firms. Our laboratory is equipped with industry-standard computer-aided design (CAD) systems to provide state-of-the-art graphics training. Course work includes instruction and hands-on training in basic engineering, architectural, and drafting practices. This certificate qualifies graduates for job titles such as Mechanical Drafter, Architectural Drafter, or Drafter.
Skill Sets
- Demonstrate knowledge of drafting conventions including symbols, line types, line weights and dimension styles as applicable to the design discipline.
- Read architectural prints, solve common architectural problems, and produce 2-D and 3-D drawings by hand and using CAD software.
- Complete a comprehensive design project using architectural drawings suitable for planning division approval and structural drawing to industry standards.
- Describe the role and purpose of building codes and standards as they pertain to the life, health and safety of the public.
- Illustrate the construction process from the transformation of an idea or need into a completed project.
- Perform and support estimating functions, including national quantity, types, costs, labor requirements, equipment, and scheduling functions
Electronics Engineering Technology AAS-T
Ends
06/14/19, 08/16/19, 12/11/19, 03/25/20, 06/19/20
Description
This two-year program of study prepares students for admission to a Bachelor of Science (BS) degree program in Electronics Engineering Technology at Central Washington University (CWU) as well as for the workplace. If students goal is to complete the BS at CWU it is recommend they speak to the EET Coordinator for details prior to starting this program. If you want to go to work immediately upon completion of the North Seattle College program –whether you continue into advanced training or not – you will find that the course work has given you an excellent foundation in applied engineering. Our program is popular among employers because graduates are skilled in practical engineering applications. This degree qualifies graduates for job titles such as Electronics Technician, Electronics Engineering Technician, Engineering Aide, or Failure Analysis Technician. Credits range from 103-107.
Skill Sets
- Understand technical concepts and terms used in the electronics field.
- Analyze and troubleshoot electronic systems using standard instrumentation and or software simulation.
- Use, configure, and troubleshoot computer hardware, operating systems and basic networks.
- Repair, maintain and install electronic and electrical systems.
- Locate, evaluate and apply relevant information from various sources.
- Use standard business software as a communications tool.
Electronics Technology AAS
Ends
06/14/19, 08/16/19, 12/11/19, 03/25/20, 06/19/20
Description
This program provides opportunities for students interested in the operation, maintenance and repair of a wide array of electronics-based equipment. The Electronics Technology AAS degree program provides a broad foundation in electronics training. Instruction emphasizes a hands-on approach, use of sophisticated test equipment, and a solid base of information concerning computer hardware and software for technical applications. This program offers job training directed toward immediate employment and future advancement with companies specializing in manufacturing or servicing all types of electronic equipment. Our graduates are preferred by industry employers and perform better in advanced training. This degree qualifies graduates for job titles such as Electronics Technician, Electronics Engineering Technician, Engineering Aide, or Failure Analysis Technician. Credits range from 108-112.
Skill Sets
- Identify and apply technical concepts and terms used in the field.
- Analyze and troubleshoot electronic systems.
- Use and configure computer hardware, operating systems and basic networks.
- Use word processing and electronic circuit simulation software
- Repair, maintain and install electronic and electrical systems.
- Locate, evaluate, and apply relevant information from various sources to address workplace problems.
Electronics Technology Certificate
Ends
06/14/19, 08/16/19, 12/11/19, 03/25/20, 06/19/20
Description
This program provides opportunities for students interested in the operation, maintenance and repair of a wide array of electronics based equipment. The Electronics Technology Program provides a broad foundation in electronics training. Instruction emphasizes a hands-on approach, use of sophisticated test equipment, and a solid base of information concerning computer hardware and software for technical applications. This program offers job training directed toward immediate employment and future advancement with companies specializing in manufacturing or servicing all types of electronic equipment. Our graduates are preferred by industry employers and perform better in advanced training. This certificate qualifies graduates for job titles such as Electronics Technician, Repair Technician, or Electrical and Instrument Mechanic. Credits range from 65-69.
Skill Sets
- Identify and apply technical concepts and terms used in electronics.
- Install, analyze and troubleshoot electronic systems.
- Use and configure computer hardware, operating systems and basic networks.
- Use electronic circuit simulation software for circuit design and analysis.
- Locate, evaluate, and apply relevant information from various sources to address workplace problems.
Industrial Power and Control AAS
Ends
06/14/19, 08/16/19, 12/11/19, 03/25/20, 06/19/20
Categories
Advanced Materials Manufacturing
Electronics
Description
Industrial Power and Control is a two-year program that prepares students for immediate employment and future advancement in companies or government organizations that manufacture, service, sell, design or support electrical and electronic systems that control machinery, automation, and/or processes. This degree qualifies graduates for job titles such as Industrial Machinery Mechanic, Industrial Electrician, Electrical and Electronics Repairer for Commercial and Industrial Equipment.
Skill Sets
- Identify and apply technical concepts and terms used in industrial energy and control.
- Analyze and troubleshoot industrial energy generation, conversion and control systems.
- Use electronic circuit simulation software for circuit design and analysis.
- Repair, maintain and install electronic and electrical control systems.
- Locate, evaluate, and apply relevant information from various sources to address workplace problems.
IT Controlled Electronics Systems Certificate
Ends
06/14/19, 08/16/19, 12/11/19, 03/25/20, 06/19/20
Categories
Electronics
Information Technology (IT)
Description
This certificate is intended for students who already have an Associates of Bachelor’s degree, or substantial professional experience, in an information technology related field. The certificate prepares students for employment as electronic systems application of facilities engineers, security and field technicians, systems and sales consultants, technical support staff. Typical duties include installation, maintenance, and monitoring information technology systems and IT-controlled electronic systems such as security systems, entertainment systems, and HVAC systems. This certificate qualifies graduates for job titles such as Security Systems Technician/Installer, Fire Alarm Technician, Electronic Systems Technician.
Skill Sets
- Understand technical concepts and terms used in the electronics and IT fields.
- Troubleshoot electronic systems, hardware, and network problems.
- Install, configure and test networking devices, servers, workstations, electronic and electrical systems.
- Interact and communicate effectively with users and coworkers to identify network problems and needs for upgrades.
- Integrate IT and electronic systems.
- Locate, evaluate and apply relevant information from various sources.
IT- Controlled Electronics AAS
Ends
06/14/19, 08/16/19, 12/11/19, 03/25/20, 06/19/20
Categories
Electronics
Information Technology (IT)
Description
Description The IT Controlled Electronic Systems Associate of Applied Science degree is a 2-year degree focused on developing skills needed to install, maintain, and monitor information technology systems and IT-controlled electronic systems such as security, entertainment, and HVAC systems. Course work in electronics and computer networking is emphasized along with building the interpersonal skills necessary to work with customers and co-workers. This degree qualifies graduates for job titles such as Security Systems Technician/Installer, Fire Alarm Technician, Electronic Systems Technician.
Skill Sets
- Understand technical concepts and terms used in the electronics and IT fields.
- Troubleshoot electronic systems, hardware and network problems.
- Install, configure and test networking devices, servers, workstations and electronic and electrical systems.
- Interact and communicate effectively with users and coworkers to identify network problems and needs for upgrades.
- Integrate IT and electronic systems. 6. Locate, evaluate and apply relevant information from various sources.
Mechatronics AAS
Starts
06/14/19, 08/16/19, 12/11/19, 03/25/20, 06/19/20
Categories
Advanced Materials Manufacturing
Electronics
Description
Mechatronics is a two-year program that prepares students for immediate employment and future advancement in companies or government organizations that manufacture, service, sell, design or support electro-mechanical systems that control machinery, automation, and/or processes. This degree is offered jointly with Shoreline Community College. Students must take classes at both North Seattle College and Shoreline Community College in order to complete this degree. This degree qualifies graduates for job titles such as Industrial Machinery Mechanic, Electrical and Electronics Repairer for Commercial and Industrial Equipment, Robotics Technician, Electro-Mechanical Technician, Millwright. Credits range from 96-105.
Skill Sets
- Identify and apply technical concepts and terms used in industrial energy and control.
- Ability to troubleshoot robotic systems, using knowledge of microprocessors, programmable controllers, electronics, circuit analysis, mechanics, sensor or feedback systems, hydraulics, or pneumatics.
- Ability to repair, maintain and install industrial production or processing machinery or equipment – both electrical and mechanical.
- Locate, evaluate, and apply relevant information from various sources to address workplace problems.
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