Advanced Manufacturing and Workforce Skills Training Center

CoMeT (Consortium of Machining Education Training) 

CoMeT is a hybrid work-based apprenticeship program where students attend classes two days a week while simultaneously working for an industry partner. This "earn while you learn" education model combines cutting-edge curriculum that supports advanced manufacturing technology and paid working experience. Students also learn highly sought after business principles and best practices of a world class manufacturer.

East Alabama FAME (Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education)

The FAME program includes a two-year technical Associate degree that combines cutting-edge curriculum that supports advanced manufacturing technology, paid working experience, along with learning highly sought after business principles and best practices of a world class manufacturer. 

Electronic Engineering Technology

Two Associate in Applied Science degrees as well as a certificate are offered in Electronic Engineering Technology. Students are trained as entry-level technicians in many fields, including industrial controls technician, electronic communications technician and biomedical equipment technician. Students should have a good math and science background. The program is located on the Ayers and East Broad campuses.

Industrial Automation Technology

The Associate in Applied Science degree in Industrial Automation Technology prepares students for employment as an industrial technician. Course work focuses in the technical areas of hydraulics, pneumatics, industrial mechanics, motor controls, electrical wiring, programmable logic controls, welding, machine tool production, preventive maintenance, safety practices, AutoCAD and HVAC. A certificate and short-term certificate are available in the program located on the East Broad Campus.

Mechanical Design Technology

Students in Mechanical Design Technology are trained to be skilled technicians who can use computer-aided drafting software and equipment. The curriculum is designed to give students training in the most widely used AutoCAD software, Pro-Engineer, SolidWorks and other software. Drafting and design standards are taught in the development of technical engineering prints in designing machinery and equipment, consumer products, buildings, fabrications, installation, sales and production. The program, located on the East Broad Campus, offers an associate degree, certificate and short-term certificate.

Mechatronics, Robotics & Automation 

Mechatronics, Robotics and Automation is a multidisciplinary field that prepares students for employment in the advanced automated manufacturing industry. Mechatronics is one of the world’s largest high-tech manufacturing fields that incorporates electrical, mechanical, and electronics. Mechatronics will teach you about electronics, motors, automation, robotics, programmable logic controllers, hydraulics, pneumatics, and troubleshooting which will make the program graduates competitive for many high wage, high demand jobs. The program is taught on the Ayers and East Broad campuses.

Precision Machining

The Precision Machining Program offers a certificate, short-term certificate and an Associate in Applied Science degree. Emphasis is placed in safety, math, measuring tools and instruments, hand and bench tools, blueprint reading, lathe operations, milling operations, layout, grinding machine operations and computer numerical control. Precision Machining is offered on the Ayers and East Broad campuses.

Welding Technology

Students in Welding Technology are prepared for entry-level employment in various welding careers. Emphasis is placed on safety, blueprint reading, math and hands-on training. Intermediate and advanced training are available. The program is offered on the Ayers and East Broad campuses. Certificates and short-term certificates are available.

The new Advanced Manufacturing and Workforce Skills Training Center on the East Broad Campus