BCMC Incumbent Worker Training
Learn more about the training available to
start your career in advanced manufacturing.
What education or training do I need to
get started in a career in manufacturing?
• High school diploma or GED
•
Specific technical training
If I’m still in high school, what can I do
to prepare for a career in manufacturing?
• Plenty. First, start by strengthening your
math skills. A solid understanding of math
and sciences will lay a strong foundation
to build your career upon.
• Second, look into career-specific technology training provided by the local Career
and Technical Schools, such as Butler County Area Vocational Technical School
and Lenape Technical School. Butler County Vocational-Technical School has
articulation agreements with Butler County Community College that allows for
varying numbers of credits to transfer from Butler Vo-tech to BC3 in the areas of
Machine Technology, CAD, HVAC, and Computer Networking and
Telecommunications.
• Third, ask if your school has access to Career Cruising – an excellent career
exploration software package. If they do, start cruising! And learn more about the
many careers available that can match with your own likes and interests.
If I am out of high school, what training is available to me?
• Butler County Community College offers excellent certificate and degree
programs designed to help launch your career. Technology programs include:
CAM/CNC Technology
Computer Aided Drafting
CNC / Machine Technology
Electronic Technology
Instrumentation and Maintenance Technology
Machine Drafting and Design
Metrology
Quality Management Technologies
Robotics Engineering Technology – Associates degree starting Fall ‘09
• local universities such as Slippery Rock University, Robert Morris University, and
DeVry University provide education leading to Bachelors and Masters degrees that
are utilized in manufacturing. Degrees in areas such as Safety Science,
Manufacturing Engineering, and Electronics Engineering Technology, just to name
a few.
• CareerLink – provides a 90 hour training program leading to a
“Work Certified” certificate
• other technical training schools such as
University of Pittsburgh’s Manufacturing Assistance Center (MAC)
• Industry provided on-the-job training and apprenticeships - many employers offer
on-the-job learning and training.
