Bachelor of Science in Automated Manufacturing Engineering Technology

University of Akron

Program fundamentals

This application-oriented program provides the solid technical foundation necessary to work in the computer-based manufacturing industry. Students learn to work and communicate with engineers, scientists, and production personnel. Students graduate with an Associate of Applied Science in Advanced Manufacturing Engineering Technology Engineering.

The core curriculum covers such topics as:

manufacturing management techniques

work measurement

safety procedures

plant layout

quality Control

robotics

computer-aided drawing

computer-aided manufacturing

computer numerical control

Students have the option to continue and earn a Bachelor's Degree in Automated Manufacturing Engineering Technology.

Career Opportunities

This degree leads to careers in the following areas:

manufacturing engineering technician

robotics technicians

manufacturing supervision

methods (production, planning, methods and engineering)

work measurements (time study, motion study, and standards)

controls (production, quality, inventory)

plant facilities and design

industrial relations (union relations, workers’ compensation)

purchasing

safety and industrial hygiene

estimating

quality control and assurance

Outlook

Advanced technologies, coupled with the need to update and improve manufacturing facilities and product design, fuels the demand for well-trained professionals in this field.