Career Opportunities
The Manufacturing Technology program provides training in a wide variety of skill areas of product manufacturing and services. The four degree options in the program are:
- Automated Manufacturing Systems
- Drafting and Design
- Manufacturing Technology
- Manufacturing Engineering Technology
The Automated Manufacturing program option prepares the student for careers in computer-aided manufacturing, robotics and numerical control. The Drafting and Design degree option prepares the student for careers in the drafting and computer-aided design areas.
The Manufacturing Technology degree option provides the student with a broad background in the areas of machining, drafting and fluid systems in order to prepare them for entry-level positions as machine operators, machine maintenance personnel and quality control personnel. The Manufacturing Engineering Technology degree option prepares students for entry-level engineering technician positions in manufacturing.
The program also offers a mechanical drafting certificate that prepares students for entry-level mechanical drafting positions.
Transfer opportunities for students wishing to complete a bachelor's degree are available.
Program Requirements
Please consult a faculty member listed below before beginning your coursework. View Program Guide
Degrees
The Manufacturing Technology program provides training in a wide variety of skill areas of product manufacturing and services. View degree information for the following options:
- Automated Manufacturing Systems
- Drafting/Design
- Manufacturing Technology
- Manufacturing Engineering Technology
Certificates
View certificate information for the following options:
- Manufacturing Skills Standards certificate
- Manufacturing Technology certificate
- Automated Manufacturing Systems certificate
- CNC Operations certificate
- Drafting/Design certificate
- Computer-Aided Design certificate
Related Degrees
The Integrated Mechatronics and Manufacturing Technology degree is designed to meet industry needs for multi-functional technicians competent in manufacturing, electro-mechanics, and electronics technology. View degree information for the following options:
- Integrated Mechatronics and Manufacturing Technology
Employment Information
View information about this program, including estimated cost and employment opportunities.
- Automated Manufacturing Systems
- Manufacturing Drafting and Design
- Manufacturing Technology
- Mold Making
- Tool and Die
Faculty
- Lanagan, Thomas - Instructor, lanagant@cod.edu, TEC 1055, (630)942-2038.
- Tumavich, James - Assistant Professor, tumavich@cod.edu, TEC 1053, (630)942-2532.
Faculty
If you are considering this program as an area of study, consult with a faculty member in this field. To send an email, click on the name of the faculty member you wish to reach:
Peter Deeman, Program Advisor
Technical Education Center (TEC), Room 1047, (630) 942-2548
Bridget McFarland, Program Support Specialist
Technical Education Center (TEC), (630) 942-8419
Business and Applied Technology Division
Technical Education Center (TEC), Room 1034, (630) 942-2592