advanced manufacturing

If you like building, designing, or figuring out how things work, the Advanced Manufacturing pathway is for you! This pathway focuses on using mechanical skills to create all kinds of products, from everyday items to high-tech machines. Careers in this area include engineering, robotics, industrial machinery, automation, and roles that make sure products are safe and high-quality. Students develop hands-on skills while exploring exciting, in-demand jobs that keep our world running smoothly.

Suggested 4 year Pathway Program

Recommended Pathway Electives

Geometry Calculus Physics
AP Art & Design Drawing Computer Applications
Trigonometry Intro to Engineering Woodworking Design & Production (Gr 10-12)
Robotics/Coding Digital Photography Intro to Woodworking
Computer Aided Design & Drafting Advanced Woodworking (Gr 10-12)

Tomorrow's Careers

JOBS AFTER HIGH SCHOOL

Machinists
Metal Fabricator
Inspectors/Testers
Machine Feeders
Heavy Equipment Mechanics

CERTIFICATE/ASSOCIATES

CNC Machinist / Operator
Welding Technician
Electronics Assembler
Robotics Technician
Mechanical Engineering Technician
Manufacturing or Production Technician
Quality Control Technician

COLLEGE

Industrial, Aerospace, Chemical Engineers
Mechanical Engineer
Manufacturing Engineer
Electrical Engineer
Production or Operations Manager
Automation / Robotics Engineer
Materials Engineer
Engineering Manager

clubs & activities

Carbon Club
Envirothon
Robotics Club
DECA

Job Shadow Experiences & Local Business

Local factories and production plants Food and beverage processing facilities
Electronics or machinery companies Engineering or design firms
Robotics and automation companies College or technical school labs
Public works or transportation departments Workforce training and apprenticeship programs
Tool and die shops Metalworking or fabrication shops
Packaging and assembly companies 3D printing or prototyping labs

next steps

Take career inventories on SCOIR
Discuss career plans and class schedule with your counselor
Meet with career coordinator for career-related opportunities in your area of interest