Harper College
Manufacturing Technology

Associate in Applied Science

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Earn your degree in advanced manufacturing technology

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  • Mechatronics/automation
  • Precision machining
  • Metal fabrication
  • Supply chain management

Prepare for a career in the modern manufacturing world with this AAS degree program, which will teach you how to operate, troubleshoot and maintain high-tech manufacturing equipment. Choose from four specializations in mechatronics/automation, precision machining, metal fabrication and supply chain management.

Learn a variety of skills, including manufacturing and safety, inventory management, demand planning, welding, advanced blueprint reading, manufacturing processes, prints and schematics, properties of materials, industrial electronics maintenance and more. All courses are taught by skilled instructors who are experts in the manufacturing technology field.

At Harper, you’ll get hands-on experience working with and programming state-of-the-art manufacturing machinery. You may be eligible to graduate debt-free and with guaranteed employment through the CNC Precision Machining Apprenticeship.

A.A.S. degree program plans and outcomes

The Associate in Applied Science in Advanced Manufacturing Technology offers specializations in Mechatronics/Automation, Precision Machining, Metal Fabrication, Supply Chain Management. Students may complete ONE specialization (click to expand):

This 60 credit-hour Advanced Manufacturing Technology degree is designed to prepare students for the modern manufacturing environment. This program will prepare students for employment with companies that have implemented team-oriented design, production, quality and maintenance systems within the manufacturing environment. American manufacturers are increasingly using high-tech equipment that involves multiple integrated systems. It is critical that these companies be able to recruit and employ individuals who know how to operate, troubleshoot and maintain this high-tech equipment.

This sequenced degree plan is one of four options that students may pursue to earn the Advanced Manufacturing Technology Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.

Program Overview

This 60 credit-hour Advanced Manufacturing Technology degree is designed to prepare students for the modern manufacturing environment. This program will prepare students for employment with companies that have implemented team-oriented design, production, quality and maintenance systems within the manufacturing environment. American manufacturers are increasingly using high-tech equipment that involves multiple integrated systems. It is critical that these companies be able to recruit and employ individuals who know how to operate, troubleshoot and maintain this high-tech equipment.

This sequenced degree plan is one of four options that students may pursue to earn the Advanced Manufacturing Technology Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.

NumberCourse TitleCredits
First Semester
MFT 102Introduction to Manufacturing and Safety4
MFT 104Quality and Measurement2
MFT 108Manufacturing Processes3
MFT 109Introduction to Manufacturing Maintenance2
MTH 100Applied Math for Technical Careers13
Hours14
Second Semester
ELT 110Introductory Electronics4
ELT 120Introductory Industrial Electronics Maintenance2
ENG 101Composition I3
MFT 119Manufacturing Internship2
Technical electives 25
Hours16
Third Semester
AAS General Education elective(s) +6
ELT 135Optics and Sensors2
ELT 140Introduction to Programmable Logic Controllers2
ELT 143Commercial Wiring2
ELT 145Variable Frequency Drives2
Hours14
Fourth Semester
AAS General Education elective(s) +3
ELT 144AC and DC Motors2
ELT 215Industrial Control Systems4
ELT 240Advanced Programmable Logic Controllers4
Technical elective 23
Hours16
Total Hours60
1

Students make take MTH 100 or higher.

2

Select courses not listed as required that have one of the following prefixes: ELT, MFT, MNT, SCM, or WLD.

+

At least one of the AAS General Education electives must meet the World Cultures and Diversity graduation requirement. See full list of AAS General Education Electives.

Program learning outcomes

Upon completion of the AAS in Advanced Manufacturing Technology, students should:

  • Be familiar with the types of careers in manufacturing.
  • Recognize and maintain a safe manufacturing workplace.
  • Be able to explain the key elements of a quality system.
  • Identify the major components of the production process.
  • Understand the various processes used in manufacturing.
  • Understand basic measurement in manufacturing and geometric dimensioning and tolerance.
  • Read basic drawings for manufacturing.
  • Identify the key elements of production and production planning.
  • Identify how tools and equipment are used in manufacturing.
  • Explain the purpose of preventive and predictive maintenance.
  • Understand the career ladder available for them in manufacturing.
  • Be skilled and knowledgeable in electronic control systems, programmable logic controllers, infrared emitters and detectors, laser systems, and automated robotic systems.
  • Be familiar with and understand how they can personally impact lean manufacturing on the job.

This 60 credit-hour Advanced Manufacturing Technology degree is designed to prepare students for the modern manufacturing environment. This program will prepare students for employment with companies that have implemented team-oriented design, production, quality and maintenance systems within the manufacturing environment. American manufacturers are increasingly using high-tech equipment that involves multiple integrated systems. It is critical that these companies be able to recruit and employ individuals who know how to operate, troubleshoot and maintain this high-tech equipment.

This sequenced degree plan is one of four options that students may pursue to earn the Advanced Manufacturing Technology Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.

Program Overview

This 60 credit-hour Advanced Manufacturing Technology degree is designed to prepare students for the modern manufacturing environment. This program will prepare students for employment with companies that have implemented team-oriented design, production, quality and maintenance systems within the manufacturing environment. American manufacturers are increasingly using high-tech equipment that involves multiple integrated systems. It is critical that these companies be able to recruit and employ individuals who know how to operate, troubleshoot and maintain this high-tech equipment.

This sequenced degree plan is one of four options that students may pursue to earn the Advanced Manufacturing Technology Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.

NumberCourse TitleCredits
First Semester
MFT 102Introduction to Manufacturing and Safety4
MFT 105Machining Processes I3
MFT 132Dimensional Metrology3
MFT 134Print Reading for Industry3
MTH 100Applied Math for Technical Careers13
Hours16
Second Semester
ENG 101Composition I3
MFT 120Machining Processes II3
MFT 121Machining Processes III3
MFT 140Quality Assurance3
Technical elective 23
Hours15
Third Semester
AAS General Education elective(s) +3
MFT 123Introduction to CNC Machining4
MFT 125CNC Lathe Operation and Programming4
MFT 210Computer Integrated Manufacturing3
Hours14
Fourth Semester
AAS General Education elective(s) +6
MFT 128CNC Mill Operation and Programming4
MFT 220Computer Aided Manufacturing3
Technical elective 22
Hours15
Total Hours60
1

Students may take MTH 100 or higher.

2

Select courses not listed as required that have one of the following prefixes: ELT, MFT, MNT, SCM, or WLD

+

At least one of the AAS General Education electives must meet the World Cultures and Diversity graduation requirement. See full list of AAS General Education Electives.

Program learning outcomes

Upon completion of the AAS in Advanced Manufacturing Technology, students should:

  • Be familiar with the types of careers in manufacturing.
  • Recognize and maintain a safe manufacturing workplace.
  • Be able to explain the key elements of a quality system.
  • Identify the major components of the production process.
  • Understand the various processes used in manufacturing.
  • Understand basic measurement in manufacturing and geometric dimensioning and tolerance.
  • Read basic drawings for manufacturing.
  • Identify the key elements of production and production planning.
  • Identify how tools and equipment are used in manufacturing.
  • Explain the purpose of preventive and predictive maintenance.
  • Understand the career ladder available for them in manufacturing.
  • Be skilled and knowledgeable in CNC and conventional mills, lathes, and turning centers.
  • Be familiar with and understand how they can personally impact lean manufacturing on the job.

This 61 credit-hour Advanced Manufacturing Technology degree is designed to prepare students for the modern manufacturing environment. This program will prepare students for employment with companies that have implemented team-oriented design, production, quality and maintenance systems within the manufacturing environment. American manufacturers are increasingly using high-tech equipment that involves multiple integrated systems. It is critical that these companies be able to recruit and employ individuals who know how to operate, troubleshoot and maintain this high-tech equipment.

This sequenced degree plan is one of four options that students may pursue to earn the Advanced Manufacturing Technology Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.

Program Overview

This 61 credit-hour Advanced Manufacturing Technology degree is designed to prepare students for the modern manufacturing environment. This program will prepare students for employment with companies that have implemented team-oriented design, production, quality and maintenance systems within the manufacturing environment. American manufacturers are increasingly using high-tech equipment that involves multiple integrated systems. It is critical that these companies be able to recruit and employ individuals who know how to operate, troubleshoot and maintain this high-tech equipment.

This sequenced degree plan is one of four options that students may pursue to earn the Advanced Manufacturing Technology Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.

NumberCourse TitleCredits
First Semester
MFT 102Introduction to Manufacturing and Safety4
MFT 104Quality and Measurement2
MFT 108Manufacturing Processes3
MFT 109Introduction to Manufacturing Maintenance2
MTH 100Applied Math for Technical Careers13
Hours14
Second Semester
AAS General Education elective(s) +6
MFT 119Manufacturing Internship2
MFT 134Print Reading for Industry3
WLD 110Welding I3
WLD 210Welding II3
Hours17
Third Semester
ENG 101Composition I3
WLD 211Welding III4
WLD 212Welding IV4
WLD 240Cutting Processes3
Hours14
Fourth Semester
AAS General Education elective(s) +6
WLD 225Advanced Blueprint Reading2
WLD 245Welding Fabrication I4
WLD 250Welding Fabrication II4
Hours16
Total Hours61
1

Students may take MTH 100 or higher.

+

At least one of the AAS General Education electives must meet the World Cultures and Diversity graduation requirement. See full list of AAS General Education Electives.

Program learning outcomes

Upon completion of the AAS in Advanced Manufacturing Technology, students should:

  • Be familiar with the types of careers in manufacturing.
  • Recognize and maintain a safe manufacturing workplace.
  • Be able to explain the key elements of a quality system.
  • Identify the major components of the production process.
  • Understand the various processes used in manufacturing.
  • Understand basic measurement in manufacturing and geometric dimensioning and tolerance.
  • Read basic drawings for manufacturing.
  • Identify the key elements of production and production planning.
  • Identify how tools and equipment are used in manufacturing.
  • Explain the purpose of preventive and predictive maintenance.
  • Understand the career ladder available for them in manufacturing.
  • Be skilled and knowledgeable in arc, oxy-acetylene, mig, and tig welding.
  • Be familiar with and understand how they can personally impact lean manufacturing on the job.

This 60 credit-hour Advanced Manufacturing Technology degree is designed to prepare students for the modern manufacturing environment. This program will prepare students for employment with companies that have implemented team-oriented design, production, quality and maintenance systems within the manufacturing environment. American manufacturers are increasingly using high-tech equipment that involves multiple integrated systems. It is critical that these companies be able to recruit and employ individuals who know how to operate, troubleshoot and maintain this high-tech equipment.

This sequenced degree plan is one of four options that students may pursue to earn the Advanced Manufacturing Technology Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.

Program Overview

This 60 credit-hour Advanced Manufacturing Technology degree is designed to prepare students for the modern manufacturing environment. This program will prepare students for employment with companies that have implemented team-oriented design, production, quality and maintenance systems within the manufacturing environment. American manufacturers are increasingly using high-tech equipment that involves multiple integrated systems. It is critical that these companies be able to recruit and employ individuals who know how to operate, troubleshoot and maintain this high-tech equipment.

This sequenced degree plan is one of four options that students may pursue to earn the Advanced Manufacturing Technology Associate in Applied Science (AAS) degree. While there are multiple specializations, this particular degree can be awarded only once.

NumberCourse TitleCredits
First Semester
MFT 102Introduction to Manufacturing and Safety4
MFT 104Quality and Measurement2
MFT 108Manufacturing Processes3
MFT 109Introduction to Manufacturing Maintenance2
MTH 100Applied Math for Technical Careers13
Hours14
Second Semester
AAS General Education elective(s) +3
ENG 101Composition I3
SCM 101Supply Chain Management3
SCM 122Inventory Management3
SCM 126Demand Planning3
Hours15
Third Semester
AAS General Education elective(s) +6
SCM 120Production Control3
SCM 226Advanced Planning and Integration3
Technical elective 23
Hours15
Fourth Semester
MFT 119Manufacturing Internship2
SCM 123Transportation3
SCM 124Warehouse Operations3
SCM 125Procurement3
Technical electives 25
Hours16
Total Hours60
1

Students may take MTH 100 or higher.

+

At least one of the AAS General Education electives must meet the World Cultures and Diversity graduation requirement. See full list of AAS General Education Electives.

2

Select courses not listed as required that have one of the following prefixes: ELT, MFT, MNT, SCM or WLD.

Program learning outcomes

Upon completion of the AAS in Advanced Manufacturing Technology, students should:

  • Be familiar with the types of careers in manufacturing.
  • Recognize and maintain a safe manufacturing workplace.
  • Be able to explain the key elements of a quality system.
  • Identify the major components of the production process.
  • Understand the various processes used in manufacturing.
  • Understand basic measurement in manufacturing and geometric dimensioning and tolerance.
  • Read basic drawings for manufacturing.
  • Identify the key elements of production and production planning.
  • Identify how tools and equipment are used in manufacturing.
  • Explain the purpose of preventive and predictive maintenance.
  • Understand the career ladder available for them in manufacturing.
  • Be skilled and knowledgeable with planning, inventory control, production control, purchasing, receiving, and distribution.
  • Be familiar with and understand how they can personally impact lean manufacturing on the job.

Related programs

Students interested in manufacturing technology may also be interested in:

For more information about the manufacturing technology program at Harper College, contact Admission Outreach at 847.925.6700, or submit a request information form. You can also apply online.

Last Updated: 9/30/26