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In the ManuWeld (formerly Engineering Processes ) program, you will be engaged in the design, prototyping, and manufacturing of products & devices that drive modern life. This program is the first step in preparing you for a number of professional fields including engineering, drafting, CNC machining, welding, product design, manufacturing and more. As a NIMS (National Incident Management System) accredited school, students can expect to be learnimg a variety of skills making them an incredibly versatile employee with the skills needed to succeed in modern industry.
Career Technical Skills
AutoCAD
2D and 3D Design
Schematics
Windows 7
Mechanical engineering design
CNC Programming
Machining
Basic Welding Fundamentals
Teamwork
Problem solving skills
Hands-on projects
Industry Recognized credentials
AutoCAD User
FANUC-Handling Tool Operation & Programming
Certified Solid Works Associate
American Welding Society (AWS) - Welding Qualification (GMAW)
NIMS: Measurement, Materials & Safety
NIMS: CNC Mill Operations
NIMS: CNC Lathe Operations
Fork-lift Certification
OSHA 10
Bleeding Control Basic
CPR Certification
Possible future
careers
Mechanical Drafters
Civil Drafters
Architectural Drafters
CAD Designers
Industrial Designers
Engineers
Welder
Welder
CNC Machinist
Enrollment
PLCC ManuWeld program is a full-time program for high school juniors and seniors. Students will have the opportunity to visit and apply during the sophomore year. Class size is limited to 20 students.
Scope, Sequence, & Curriculum
The Scope, Sequence, and Curriculum document is updated annually with input and ultimate approval from the program’s Advisory Committee of industry professionals. This document contains detailed information about all that the program has to offer its students including the program goals, program alignment with state curriculum standards, a detailed description of each course taught within the program, program grading scale, industry credentials, and college credit opportunities specific to the program, and the program teacher’s own notes and input.
Student Organization
Program Fees
$100/year
College Credit Potential
All programs at PLCC have the potential for either direct articulated credits at select colleges and/or universities or are able to acquire college credits through career technical assurance guides (CTAGs) in cooperation with the Ohio Department of Higher Education.
On The Job Training
During the senior year, students who have met the requirements and have received a recommendation by their program instructor, have the opportunity to go on School-to-Work Job Placement. We work with our students and local employers to place them in a job that is related to their program of study, giving them real-life experience while simultaneously earning school credit.
Jessica Russell
jrussell@plcc.edu
330-896-8260
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If you are a high school student, please note that you will have several opportunities to visit PLCC during your sophomore year.
Once we receive your request, a PLCC staff member will follow up directly. Thank you for your interest, we look forward to seeing you soon.
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