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person in safety glasses working with cnc equipmentAdvanced manufacturing is the use of innovative technologies and methodologies for improved competitiveness in the manufacturing sectors. The aim of advanced manufacturing is to enhance output; create quality valued added products that respond to market need; reduce the time to market with improved materials while controlling inventory.  Courses include those that teach new technologies such as 3D printing as well as foundational courses such as Fundamentals of Metrology Concepts.  Courses under this section can be stacked into microcredentials, certificates or degrees.  There are many local companies looking to employ people with these skills.


Course Offerings


Certified Manufacturing Associate (CMfgA) Certification

This course leads to an entry level industry certification focused on basic manufacturing concepts, demonstrating and individuals potential for high-demand, entry-level manufacturing roles. Students will work on online modules independently and then meet with the instructor for three lab dates. At the end of the training students will sit for the certification exam. Students should make an appointment for the exam after the online content has been completed.

Este curso y examen está disponible en español.

DCB 2403 CRN 90489  Hybrid $599
10/2-12/1 Online Modules
10/20, 11/10 & 12/1 2:30-4:30pm In-person at KSU


Certified Production Technician (CPT)

SUNY Ulster has partnered with local manufacturers to offer this course to prepare job seekers and employees with the skills needed to work in a manufacturing environment. The Certified Production Technician (CPT) program recognizes, through certification, individuals who demonstrate mastery of the core competencies of manufacturing production: Safety, Quality Practices & Measurement; Manufacturing Processes & Production, and Maintenance Awareness. This course will raise the level of performance of production workers, assisting individuals in finding higher-wage jobs and helping employers ensure their workforce increases the company's productivity and competitiveness. Non-credit bearing course price does not include the MSSC registration fee and MSSC assessment fee for the four assessments to achieve certification. Students registering for the non-credit bearing course must also register for DCB 2346 to obtain the assessments needed for certification. Communication from SUNY Ulster and the student will be through SUNY Ulster email communication. You will be asked to monitor that email before and during this course.

MFG 101 T/R 9/26-12/7 9-11am (3-credit class) Hyflex

DCB 1786 CRN 90513 T/R 9/26-12/7 9-11am (non-credit bearing)  Hyflex $500 (lectures available to attend in person or remote)

DCB 2346 CRN TBA Registration Fee and Four Assessment Fees needed for Certification In-person assessment $300

Funding available for pre-apprentices for both the credit-bearing and the non-credit bearing courses. For more information contact reerb@sunyulster.edu 


CNC Fundamentals

This course introduces core theory and practice for the operation of CNC machines. Hands-on activities will provide opportunities for application of knowledge gained from theory lecture, discussion and homework. Topics covered include safe operation of CNC machines, writing and loading a basic program into a CNC machine, running a CNC machine to cut a basic shape and the use of precision measuring instruments. For a credit version of this class, register for MFG 140. There is no book required for this class.

MFG 140 T/R 9/26-12/7  3-5pm (3-credit class) SRC

DCB 2388 CRN 90511 T/R 9/26-12/7 3-5pm (non-credit bearing class) SRC $500

Haas Foundation Scholarships available to students in need. To learn how to apply, visit our Scholarship page.


CNC Operator I: Theory and Lab

This course introduces core theory and practice for the operation of CNC mill and lathe machines. Hands-on activities will provide opportunities for application of knowledge gained from theory lecture, discussion and homework. Topics covered include safe operation of CNC machines, writing and loading a basic program into a CNC machine, running a CNC machine to cut a basic shape and the use of precision measuring instruments. Communication from SUNY Ulster and the student will be through SUNY Ulster email communication. You will be asked to monitor that email before and during this course. For a credit version of this course, please register for MFG 105.

Required textbook (not included. Must be purchased by the student): CNC Control Setup for Milling and Turning, Peter Smid, ISBN 9780831133504

MFG 105  R 9/28-12/7 6-9:45pm (3-credit class) BOCES

DCB 2258 CRN 90514 R 9/28-12/7 6-9:45pm (non-credit bearing class) BOCES $686

No class on 10/5 & 11/16

Haas Foundation Scholarships available to students in need. To learn how to apply, visit our Scholarship page.


CNC Operator II

This course will enable CNC students to apply the fundamental principles and applications of setup and operation to a CNC Lathe and CNC Mill. The course will cover the creating and editing of advanced multi-axis CNC programs, setup, and create work-holding fixtures. Students will perform typical inspection processes and be able to produce a production run of parts to the given print tolerance. Prerequisite: MFG 105 or by permission of Technology Program Coordinator. Communication from SUNY Ulster and the student will be through SUNY Ulster email communication. You will be asked to monitor that email before and during this course.

Required textbook: CNC Control Setup for Milling & Turning, Smid, 9780831133504

MFG 205 R 9/28-12/7 6-9:45pm (3-credit class) BOCES

DCB2012 CRN 90515 R 9/28-12/7 6-9:45pm (non-credit bearing class) BOCES $686

No class on 10/5 & 11/16

Haas Foundation Scholarships available to students in need. To learn how to apply, visit our Scholarship page.


Fundamental Concepts of Metrology

This course teaches students to interpret the symbols and measurements that appear on technical drawings, necessary for machine operators, supervisors, inspectors, and other manufacturing personnel. Hands-on exercises, sketching, and group projects will be included in lessons. Topics covered: line types, basic symbols, basic multi-views, dimensions, tolerances, auxiliary views, assembly drawings, threads and fasteners, ANSI symbols, finishes, and sectional views. This course also covers basic measurement and math concepts required in a manufacturing environment. The application of fractions, decimals, metric and standard units, and algebra will be the initial focus, using industry-specific examples to develop students’ mechanical problem solving skills. Basic geometry and trigonometry for calculating unknown dimensions, angles, areas, weights, and volumes will be covered. The course will incorporate work readiness and teamwork skill training. Communication from SUNY Ulster and the student will be through SUNY Ulster email communication. You will be asked to monitor that email before and during this course.

Required textbook (not included. Must be purchased by the student): Print Reading for Industry, 11ed., Brown, Goodheart-Wilcox Publisher ISBN: 978-1-64564-672-3

MFG 109 T/R 9/26-12/7 12-2pm (3-credit class) Hyflex (lectures available to attend in person or remote)

DCB 2342 CRN 90508 T/R 9/26-12/7 12-2pm (non-credit bearing class) Hyflex $500 (lectures available to attend in person or remote)


Mastercam - Mill & Lathe Certification

Course is designed to instruct students on content needed to pass the Mastercam 2D Mill and Mastercam Lathe certifications.

Students will be instructed on workflow for creating 2D toolpaths, understand the workflow of taking a model and creating NC code, articulate the difference between standard and dynamic toolpaths, and understand the creation of geometry in Mastercam.

Students will be instructed on creating Lathe and C-axis toolpaths, understand the workflow of taking a model and creating NC code, articulate the difference between standard and dynamic toolpaths, and understand the creation of geometry in Mastercam.

This course can be taken multiple times until certification obtained.

Required textbooks: Mastercam 2023 Mill 2D ISBN 9781988766850 and Mastercam 2023 Lathe ISBN 9781988766881

DCB 2414 CRN 90518 M 9/11-11/6 6:30-8:30pm KSU $560


AutoCAD

This course covers the basics of CAD drawing using AutoCAD. Topics covered; Work Environment Setup, Entity Creation (LINE, ARC, CIRCLE, and POLYGON etc.), Entity Modification (ERASE, MOVE, COPY, ARRAY, MIRROR, etc.), LAYERs, Symbol Creation and Recall (BLOCK, WBLOCK, INSERT, etc.), Dimensioning Setup and Creation, Annotation (TEXT, DTEXT, MTEXT, and QLEADER), File Storage and Recall (SAVE, SAVEAS, OPEN). Students must have access to the Autodesk AutoCAD software. A free student version can be DOWNLOADED. Communication from SUNY Ulster and the student will be through SUNY Ulster email communication. You will be asked to monitor that email before and during this course. For a credit version of this class register for MFG 111.

Required materials: Autodesk AutoCAD software

Required textbook (not included. Must be purchased by the student): Beginning AutoCAD 2022 Exercise Workbook. Shrock/Heather, Industrial Press Inc. 2021 ISBN: 978-0-8311-3666-6

MFG 111 M/W 9/27-12/11 5:30-7:30pm (3-credit class)

DCB 2400 CRN 90520 M/W 9/27-12/11 5:30-7:30pm (non-credit bearing class) SRC $686


Commercial Sewing

This course teaches professional sewing techniques employed in the fashion business. Learn to sew and produce garments that are properly finished to industry standards. This course includes pattern layout, cutting, construction, and finishing of garments. Attendees will draft and utilize commercial patterns on a variety of projects utilizing industrial machinery and hand sewing. Fabric materials, core characteristics, and handling are also introduced in this course. Communication from SUNY Ulster and the student will be through SUNY Ulster email communication. You will be asked to monitor that email before and during this course. A credit version of this course is available by registering for MFG 130.

Required textbook: Industry Clothing Construction Methods, ISBN: 9781563677267

A material list of supplies needed for class will be provided once you register for the course.

MFG 130 W 9/27-12/6 9-12:45pm (3-credit class) SRC

DCB 3130 CRN 90519 W 9/27-12/6 9-12:45pm (non-credit bearing class) SRC $686

Scholarships may be available for this course. Please complete this online application if you are interested in applying.


Patternmaking

Starts Spring 2024 - To add your name to our waitlist, email us at cereg@sunyulster.edu


Fit Analysis

Starts Spring 2024 - To add your name to our waitlist, email us at cereg@sunyulster.edu 


 

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