Automotive Manufacturing & Automation

Program Information

Competitive business models, engineering designs, and integrated manufacturing systems are creating great career and employment opportunities for well-prepared students. New ideas for products require new systems that integrate mechanics, electronics, electrical, information technology, and outstanding people. Socio-technical processes are constantly increasing complexity, efficiency, and effectiveness, delivering continuously improved products.

Manufacturing & Automation is a rapidly growing industry with high demand for skilled workers. Trenholm State offers leading-edge programs to prepare students to become the Multi-Craft Technicians that the diverse and dynamic manufacturing industry is seeking. Students may choose from critical technology programs such as metrology, welding, electrical, programmable logic controllers, machine tool, troubleshooting assembly lines, and robotics maintenance. Our instructors are well-prepared and know how to address the diverse learning styles of today’s students. Our lab facilities include relevant, up-to-date modern equipment, enriching the student learning environment. The students work on specific lab projects that enhance their lectures and reading assignments, ensuring a total learning experience.

The Multi-Craft Technician is responsible for setup, installation, preventive maintenance, troubleshooting, as well as test and repair of complex electro-mechanical equipment, including automatic machines and process controls, motor control systems, computer control systems, human/machine interface systems, and basic plant electrical equipment systems. At Trenholm State, the Manufacturing & Automation program equips students with the skills and technical knowledge needed for success in this interesting and growing field.

Occupational Choices

Manufacturing & Automation graduates should find exceptional job opportunities in this field. The demand for skilled and qualified Multi-Craft employees will increase as the economy grows. Demand for technicians will grow as the number of vehicles in operation increases, reflecting continued growth in the number of multi-car families. Growth in demand will be offset somewhat by slowing population growth and the continuing increase in the quality and durability of automobiles, which will require less frequent service. Additional job openings will be due to the need to replace a growing number of retiring technicians, who tend to be the most experienced workers.

Source: Bureau of Labor and Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, 2022-2032 Edition, 2022 Survey.

Program Contact

Nicholas Daniel
Instructor
334-420-4854
Location:  Patterson Site - Bldg. Q

The College regularly evaluates student learning outcomes for each program as part of ongoing planning and evaluation.

Estimated Program Length & Cost *

* Tax not included. Prices are subject to change without prior notice; the cost of books may vary considerably among suppliers. The cost of general education books is in addition to the total listed above. The length of the program is based on full-time status of 12-15 credit hours per term. Enrollment in transitional-level general education courses will alter the length of the program.