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Additive Manufacturing Technology

Calhoun Community College

Short-Term Certificate

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Additive Manufacturing Technology Short-Term Certificate provides foundational training in 3D printing and additive manufacturing processes.

Credits

15 credits

Format

In-Person

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Locations

Where this program is offered

  • Alabama

    Alabama

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Skills & Competencies

Skills developed through this program

Auto-populated·from O*NET via SOC 17-3027.00

Skills

Active ListeningComplex Problem SolvingSpeakingOperations MonitoringCritical ThinkingReading ComprehensionWritingJudgment and Decision MakingProgrammingMonitoringSystems AnalysisMathematics

Knowledge

Engineering and TechnologyDesignMathematicsMechanicalEnglish LanguageProduction and ProcessingComputers and Electronics

Abilities

Oral ComprehensionWritten ComprehensionInformation OrderingNear VisionProblem SensitivityCategory FlexibilityOral ExpressionDeductive ReasoningInductive ReasoningSpeech RecognitionPerceptual SpeedMathematical ReasoningVisualizationSelective Attention

Tasks

  • Assemble or disassemble complex mechanical systems.
  • Interpret engineering sketches, specifications, or drawings.
  • Calculate required capacities for equipment of proposed system to obtain specified performance and s
  • Determine the sequence of machine operations, and select the proper cutting tools needed to machine
  • Analyze job orders, drawings, blueprints, specifications, printed circuit board pattern films, and d
  • Observe machines on trial runs or conduct computer simulations to ensure that programs and machinery

Technology

Computer aided design CAD softwareComputer aided manufacturing CAM softwareAnalytical or scientific softwareObject or component oriented development softwareIndustrial control softwareEnterprise resource planning ERP softwareEnterprise application integration softwareVideo conferencing software

Tools

Absorption dynamometersAccelerometersAdjustable wrenchesAir compressorsAnalytical balancesAnemometersAngle grindersArc welding equipmentArc-joint pliersBand sawsBelt sandersBench grindersBend test fixturesBinocular compound microscopesBore gaugesAdjustable squaresComputer numerical control CNC grindersComputer numerical control CNC lasersComputer numerical control CNC notchersComputer numerical control CNC press brakesComputer numerical control CNC punch pressesComputer numerically controlled CNC lathesCoodinate meauring machines CMMDial indicatorsDigital angle gaugesDigital calipersDigital height gaugesDigital micrometersDrill presses

Work Values

SupportWorking ConditionsRelationshipsAchievementRecognitionIndependence
Career Pathways

Occupations this program prepares you for

  • Mechanical Engineering Technologists and Technicians17-3027.00
  • Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers51-9162.00
What You'll Learn

Key competencies developed through this program

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Mastery: emerging (Level 1)(based on Short-Term Certificate)

  • Engineering sketches and basic drawings — read and interpret under direct supervision to identify key dimensions and tolerances on entry-level mechanical projects.
  • Hand tools and standard fasteners — use to assemble straightforward mechanical subassemblies following written step-by-step procedures in a shop environment.
  • Test equipment and gauges — operate under guidance to record baseline measurements of mechanical components during scheduled inspection routines.
  • Engineering specifications and parts lists — review with supervisor direction to verify that fabricated components match blueprint requirements on a production floor.
  • Basic drafting software or CAD tools — create simple detail sketches or part drawings to support drafting room completion requests under technician oversight.
  • Mathematical formulas for capacity and load — apply with direct guidance to perform entry-level calculations for proposed mechanical system sizing.
  • Test result data and observation logs — compile accurately using provided templates to support engineering personnel review after standard component tests.
  • Safety protocols and equipment handling procedures — follow consistently when setting up or breaking down mechanical test rigs in a supervised laboratory setting.
  • Office suite and spreadsheet software — use to organize and present collected mechanical data under supervision for inclusion in technical documentation packages.
  • Technical vocabulary and engineering terminology — apply accurately when listening to and relaying instructions between shop personnel and engineering staff.

Some details on this page are auto-populated from public workforce data sources: O*NET (opens in new tab), BLS (opens in new tab), College Scorecard (opens in new tab), DOL Training Provider Results (opens in new tab), NSX (opens in new tab). Provided in partnership with LER.me Career Intelligence.

Student Outcomes

Performance metrics for this program

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Completion Rate
52%
Placement Rate
81%