These programs provide students the skills and knowledge needed in various manufacturing procedures and operations, including lathe and mill operations and manual and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining operations.

Programs include classroom and laboratory instruction in safety, proper use of hand and power tools, blueprint reading and sketching, precision measuring and layout, setup, operation, clean-up and basic maintenance of lathes, milling machines and surface grinders with extra emphasis on CNC set up and operation.

Degree and Certification Programs

Associate of Applied Science, Machining Technology (Machining & Manufacturing Technology)	65 Credit Hours	Kansas Promise Eligible
Technical Certificate, Machining Technology (Machining & Manufacturing Technology)	35 Credit Hours	Kansas Promise Eligible
Technical Certificate, Multi Axis Machining (Machining & Manufacturing Technology)	53 Credit Hours	Kansas Promise Eligible
Technical Certificate, CNC Operator (Machining & Manufacturing Technology)	20 Credit Hours	Kansas Promise Eligible

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Formerly known as Electromechanical Systems, the Industrial Automation Machining Maintenance program provides the solid foundational knowledge and skills necessary to succeed in the mechanical and automated manufacturing environment.

Graduates will learn to analyze, troubleshoot, and align mechanical and automated industrial machinery.  Program course work includes electronics, industrial wiring, motor controls, programmable logic controls, instrumentation, industrial fluid power, manufacturing automation concepts and robotics.

Degree and Certification Programs

Associate of Applied Science, Industrial Machine/Maintenance Technology	63 Credit Hours	Kansas Promise Eligible
Technical Certificate, Industrial Machine/Maintenance Technology (Cert A)	28 Credit Hours	Kansas Promise Eligible
Technical Certificate, Industrial Machine/Maintenance Technology (Cert B)	44 Credit Hours	Kansas Promise Eligible
Technical Certificate, Industrial Machine/Maintenance Technology (Cert C)	51 Credit Hours	Kansas Promise Eligible

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In this program, students learn the fundamental principles of logistics and transportation.  Students study the procurement, movement, storage, and processing of materials and information across the entire supply chain. Students will study the process from the acquisition of raw materials and components through manufacturing to delivery of finished products to end users.

Special attention is given to the roles of technology and customer service in the supply chain. Additional courses in project and business management, ethics and 15 credits of general education will provide the student with the depth and breadth of knowledge needed to succeed in this growing field.

Degree and Certification Programs

Associate of Applied Science, Logistics and Supply Chain Management	60 Credit Hours	Kansas Promise Eligible
Technical Certificate, Logistics and Supply Chain Management	30 Credit Hours	Kansas Promise Eligible

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The Quality Assurance Inspection program offers students the foundational skills to excel in various manufacturing environments. This program is designed for individuals aiming to ensure that products meet industry standards and customer expectations, focusing on quality control and inspection techniques. Through courses such as Quality Documentation, students will learn the importance of meticulous record-keeping in maintaining quality assurance standards. The Material Testing and Analysis course introduces students to various testing methods to assess material properties and detect potential defects. Additionally, the Root Cause Analysis course empowers students to investigate failures and implement effective solutions to improve manufacturing processes. Students will delve into essential topics such as Traceability, ensuring every component can be traced throughout its lifecycle, and Precision Measuring, which is critical for verifying product specifications. Understanding Human Factors helps students recognize the influence of human behavior on quality outcomes, while Metrology teaches them the principles of measurement necessary for quality control.

This program incorporates two applied learning opportunities, providing students with hands-on experience in real manufacturing settings. By the end of the program, graduates will possess the skills to carry out thorough inspections, conduct tests, and ensure products are produced to the highest quality standards, ready to support diverse manufacturing sectors.

Degree and Certification Programs

Associate of Applied Science, Quality Assurance Inspection	63 Credit Hours	Kansas Promise Eligible
Technical Certificate, Quality Assurance Inspection	26 Credit Hours

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The WSU Tech Robotics program provides graduates with industry aligned courses designed to prepare them for entry into the highly technical field of Industrial and Collaborative Robotics. The program is a joint effort between WSU Tech and Wichita State University’s National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR). 

All students will experience a core curriculum focused on the foundational skills of robotics including usage, programming, design for application and implementation of robotic equipment and automated equipment to support manufacturing automation in areas such as welding, advanced coatings, and material handling.

Working with industry recognized visual programming environments and a state-of-the-art robotics laboratory, students will apply cutting edge robotics research and electronic and mechanical systems to support the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT). Students will gain the skills that support the design, build, implementation and data collection of IIoT using electronic sensors, small computer hardware and applications to collect, translate and deliver data to analytical business systems. 

Students will learn to program Programable Logic Controllers (PLC’s), communicate between PLC’s and robots, set up HMI’s (human machine interface) to control and monitor the process, and even explore new advancements in Smart Factory environments such as machine learning and AI.

Degree and Certification Programs

Associate of Applied Science, Robotics	64 Credit Hours	Kansas Promise Eligible
Technical Certificate, Robotics	40 Credit Hours	Kansas Promise Eligible

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Degree and Certification Programs

Associate of Applied Science, Tooling and Fixture Fabrication	67 Credit Hours
Technical Certificate, Tooling and Fixture Fabrication	52 Credit Hours

The Welding Technology program allows students to gain knowledge and skills in cutting, shielded metal arc welding (SMAW), gas metal arc welding (GMAW) and gas tungsten arc welding (GTAW) and provides some exposure to oxy-acetylene cutting and welding.

Program includes classroom and lab instruction in safety; blueprint reading and sketching; tools and materials used in the various forms of welding; machine adjustments and rod selection; skill requirements for various welding positions; weld testing and qualifications; and fabrication and layout of various welding projects.

Degree and Certification Programs

Associate of Applied Science, Welding Technology	61 Credit Hours	Kansas Promise Eligible
Technical Certificate, Welding Technology Level 1	17 Credit Hours	Kansas Promise Eligible
Technical Certificate, Welding Technology Level 1 (GMAW)	17 Credit Hours	Kansas Promise Eligible
Technical Certificate, Welding Technology Level 1 (SMAW)	17 Credit Hours	Kansas Promise Eligible
Technical Certificate, Welding Technology Level 2	39 Credit Hours	Kansas Promise Eligible

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