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Get a great head start in engineering technology, robotics, advanced manufacturing, or welding.

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

Other ManuWeld Program Details

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.

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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.

PROGRAM TEACHER

Jessica Russell

jrussell@plcc.edu

330-896-8260

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Schedule a Tour

We take pride in our facility and welcome the opportunity to show it off!  You would never buy a car without looking at it first.  Choosing the place to give you a head start on a successful path in life should be no different.  We invite you to schedule a tour of our beautiful campus.  We’re pretty sure you’ll be impressed!

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.

Portage Lakes Career Center is accessible to visitors with physical disabilities. Visitors should contact the Main Office at 330-896-8200 prior to arrival for parking instructions and other information.