Instructional Program Philosophy

The following statements describe the philosophy applied to the development and implementation of the Manufacturing Technology (MFG) program curriculum, as well as the acquisition of equipment, selection of teaching aids and student recruitment.

Continuous Improvement

• The MFG program and instructors are committed to continuous quality improvement as applied to lab equipment, supplies, and course content with a three year forecast for most major program changes, though this may occur on an informal basis.
• The MFG curriculum is a dynamic and flexible training system, improving daily, always adjusting to industry trends and student needs.
• MFG instructors will share all course content developed between fellow instructors to allow the greatest potential for improvement within the curriculum.

Student Development

• MFG instructors and staff are committed to creating a student friendly learning environment that allows students to attain the highest standards possible, in the least amount of time, thus making it possible to enter into more advanced manufacturing content. Easier is better than harder, if the high standards are maintained.
• It is the goal of MFG faculty to create entry-level courses that allow students to become successful whatever their level of experience or academic standing may be.
• Create a learning environment that has the greatest potential for student success, while also allowing the possibility to fail.
• MFG faculty is committed to providing the latest and most accurate information to students who are transferring to a four-year institution.
• MFG faculty and staff are committed to fostering the desire in all students to become independent learners and encouraging them to become life long learners.

Program Development

• The MFG program will integrate the technology and skills of design, manufacturing and quality control to create a seamless process throughout the curriculum.

• MFG faculty are committed to using the latest computer technology to present program/course content within the classroom in a way that allows for continuous improvement with clear concise multimedia presentations.

• MFG faculty will take full responsibility for recruiting students, not expecting anyone else to be able to communicate the potential of what we do and the value it holds.

• MFG program and student needs, will take priority over faculty professional interests.

Faculty and Staff Development

• MFG faculty consider themselves as students as well as instructors, thus they are ever committed to a lifetime of learning.
• Faculty will develop areas of expertise that will vary from instructor to instructor, giving diversity in manufacturing content throughout the program.
• The faculty are committed to staying abreast of current manufacturing trends and technologies, pursuing their personal development for program advancement.