MEMS (Micro Electromechanical Systems)

Be a part of one of the newest programs at West Shore and get in on the ground running for an exciting, and growing workforce.

Year 1 

Principles of Advanced Manufacturing
Introduces modern manufacturing organizations, technology, and problem solving. Covers Lean Manufacturing, quality systems and statistical process control, documentation and standard operating procedures, measurement, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, visualization, and graphics.

Manufacturing Operations
Develops practical knowledge and skills in production planning, quality control, and workplace safety. Emphasizes understanding manufacturing methods, equipment operation, and coordination of resources to efficiently produce goods. Includes hands-on monitoring of production lines, maintaining equipment, and implementing continuous-improvement practices.

Year 2

Introduction to Semiconductors
Provides a broad introduction to semiconductor and integrated-circuit manufacturing. Students learn cleanroom gowning and contamination-control procedures, inspect and maintain semiconductor equipment, and perform lab activities simulating work in multiple ISO cleanroom levels.

Automation Technologies
Focuses on automating manufacturing processes with robotics, programmable logic controllers (PLCs), and control systems. Students design, program, and troubleshoot automated work cells, configure sensors and actuators, and optimize robotic operations to improve efficiency and ensure safe, high-performance production.

College Credit: Students have the opportunity to earn college credit, upon completion of career-tech coursework and/or industry-recognized credentials, provided all program and grade requirements are met - at no cost to the students and families. 

Weighted Grading: CTAG aligned courses follow the same weighted grading scale as AP and CCP courses.

Industry-Recognized Credentials: IPC J-STD-001 Soldering, OSHA-10 

Work-Based Learning: Juniors participate in simulated work activities, within their career tech program, gaining real-world experience in their chosen field.  Seniors in good standing (strong grades, good attendance, professional skills, and on track to graduate) will be eligible to participate in an internship or job site placement aligned with their course of study, in lieu of attending their career-tech program. Approval from the WS Work-Based Learning (WBL) Specialist and Coordinator are required.

West Shore Career-Tech programs support student graduation requirements through Career Readiness Options and/or the Industry-Recognized Credential Seal. 

Future Career Opportunities: 

• Advanced Manufacturing Technician

• Industrial Maintenance Mechanic

• CNC Machinist/Programmer

• Electronics Manufacturing Technician

• Semiconductor Fabrication Technician

• Robotics/Automation Technician

• Quality Control/Process Technician

• Production Supervisor