Metals and Manufacturing Technology Program Highlights

Metalworking is one of the fastest growing industries locally and nationwide. The National Tooling and Machining Association states there is a growing need for toolmakers, diemakers and moldmakers throughout the United States.

The Metals Technology College Tech Prep program is sponsored by Guilford County Schools, Guilford Technical Community College, North Carolina A & T State University, area metals manufacturers, and the Piedmont Triad Center for Advanced Manufacturing (PTCAM). The program offers students in grades 9 – 12 a program of study that will help them prepare for a variety of careers in metals machining and engineering. Students have the opportunity to gain valuable technical training that will prepare them for successful careers and continuing education in a two-year or four-year degree program.

PROGRAM BENEFITS

• Continue your education by pursuing a degree through a two or four-year institution.
• Understand the variety of globally recognized technical certifications available and position yourself to receive them.
• Prepare for a career in a rapidly growing field.
• Prepare to obtain national industry-standard certifications. (NIMS)
• Learn valuable skills through an optional paid apprenticeship program while still in high school.
• Have the option of continuing the apprenticeship program on a full-time basis after high school or part-time while completing a two or four-year degree program.

WHAT IS METALS APPRENTICESHIP?

This program combines classroom instruction with on-the-job work experience as students balance theory and study with hands-on interaction using state-of-the-art technology.

HOW CAN YOU PARTICIPATE IN THE METALS TECHNOLOGY COLLEGE TECH PREP APPRENTICESHIP PROGRAM?

Students who are at least 16 years of age and enrolled in this College Tech Prep course of study have the option of applying for an apprenticeship position. The requirements are:

• Have an interest in the Metals Technology field
• Earn and maintain a minimum GPA of 2.0 with emphasis on the courses leading to careers in the Metals field.
• Maintain a good attendance record.
• Enroll in and complete courses listed in the Metals Technology College Tech Prep course of study.
• Earn a C or better in:
  • Algebra I
  • Metals Technology I
  • Metals Technology II
• Complete an application and interview with sponsoring businesses. (Some businesses may require a criminal records check, drug screening and fingerprinting prior to employment.)

WHAT CAREER OPPORTUNITIES ARE AVAILABLE IN THE METALS TECHNOLOGY FIELD?

• Industrial Engineer
• Machinist
• Manufacturing Engineer
• Moldmaker
• Design Engineer
• CAD Drafter
• Technology Education
• Toolmaker
• CNC Programmer
• Metal Fabricator
• Sales & Marketing
• Inspector
• Production Manager
• Supervisor
• Production Scheduler
• Foreman

SCHOLARSHIPS

Students completing Metals College Tech Prep course of study are eligible to apply for two years tuition at GTCC through the CTP Tuition Assistance Scholarship.

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