Manufacturing and Fabrication Technologies

This program prepares students or incumbent workers for careers in industrial production and fabrication. Students will learn the fundamentals of production tooling, fabrication, and additive manufacturing. They will understand the characteristics of metals, and how engineering designs move from concept to reality. Students will apply their skills in advanced metrology, fabrication and production in different manufacturing environments.

Program Map: Guide to program costs, careers, and classes.

Enrollment Point: Fall, Winter, Spring

Certificate of Completion

3 Quarters

44 Credits

Associate of Applied Science

6 Quarters

94 Credits

All program lengths are estimates and are not guarantees. For the most current program information, check with an adviser by calling (425) 235-5840.

Median Salary

$44,220

Projected Growth

Annual Job Openings

4,890

Federal Gainful Employment Information

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Tuition

At Renton Technical College, tuition is affordable and competitive.

Financial Aid

Federal aid is available for most students to help pay for school. Fill out your FAFSA now to get started.

Scholarships

The RTC Foundation offers scholarships to help pay the costs of attending school.

All costs are estimates and are not guarantees. For the most current program information, check with an adviser by calling (425) 235-5840.

Please see the online class schedule for day & time information.

Vince Phillips McLellan

Entry Requirements

Admission Requirements

Minimum ACCUPLACER Test Scores in Math (or completion of MATH 065 with a grade of 2.0 or higher):
- Classic: 30
- Next-Gen: A: 230-264, QRAS: 200-219
- A student with an ACCUPLACER math score of less than the minimum requirements may enroll in the first quarter, but must also co-register for BAST 092.
Students may need to co-enroll in BAST 091 to better prepare for English communication. Please speak to an adviser to determine if this or another course offering will help you prepare for your career in manufacturing.

Admission Recommendations

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Course Information

Requirements for Manufacturing Assembly Certificate:

Course #	Course Title	Credits
COL 101	College Success	2
MTEC 100	Machining Essentials	7
MTEC 161	Math for Manufacturing	4
MTEC 171	Communications I	1
MTEC 185	Human Relations	2
IPT 102	Lean Manufacturing	3
IPT 103	Quality Control	2
IPT 104	Introduction to Assembly	3
IPT 105	Introduction to Fabrication	5
	Total	29

Requirements for Manufacturing Tooling Certificate:

Course #	Course Title	Credits
COL 101	College Success	2
MTEC 100	Machining Essentials	7
MTEC 161	Math for Manufacturing	4
MTEC 171	Communications I	1
MTEC 185	Human Relations	2
IPT 218	Introduction to Production	5
IPT 219	Assembly Line Process & Planning	2
IPT 220	Precision Fabrication	3
IPT 221	Introduction to Measurement	3
IPT 222	Advanced Measurement	2
	Total	31

Requirements for Certificate of Completion:

Course #	Course Title	Credits
COL 101	College Success	2
MTEC 100	Machining Essentials	7
MTEC 161	Math for Manufacturing	4
MTEC 171	Communications I	1
MTEC 185	Human Relations	2
IPT 102	Lean Manufacturing	3
IPT 103	Quality Control	2
IPT 104	Introduction to Assembly	3
IPT 105	Introduction to Fabrication	5
IPT 218	Introduction to Production	5
IPT 219	Assembly Line Process & Planning	2
IPT 220	Precision Fabrication	3
IPT 221	Introduction to Measurement	3
IPT 222	Advanced Measurement	2
	Total	44

Requirements for AAS Degree:

Course #	Course Title	Credits
	Certificate of Completion	44
DFT 201	Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing	2
DFT 213	Parametric Modeling	5
MTEC 231	CNC Mill Setup & Operation	8
MTEC 232	CNC Lathe Setup & Operation	8
WELD 102	Oxyacetylene Welding and Brazing	7
AMATH 190	Financial Algebra or
AMATH 195	Advanced Applied Algebra or
MATH& 107	Math in Society or
MATH& 146	Introduction to Statistics	5
ANTH& 106	American Mosaic or
ANTH& 234	Religion and Culture or
PSYC& 100	General Psychology or
SOC& 101	Introduction to Sociology	5
CMST 280	Intercultural Communication or
CMST& 101	Introduction to Communication or
CMST& 220	Public Speaking or
HUM& 101	Introduction to Humanities or
MUSC& 105	Music Appreciation	5
COMP 100	Applied Composition or
ENGL& 101	English Composition	5
	Total	94

Optional Courses:

Course #	Course Title	Credits
BAST 091	Oral Communications for College and Career (optional)	(5)
BAST 092	Math for Technical Careers (optional)	(5)

Program Outcomes

Practice industry-standard, safe work habits in an industrial production environment.
Communicate effectively verbally and in writing with co-workers and supervisors.
Use mathematical concepts to accurately complete industrial production projects.
Identify and properly use appropriate instruments, tools and equipment for aerospace or industrial production.
Interpret measurements, blueprints and other data points to solve problems and create industrial products in aerospace and advanced manufacturing.
Demonstrate professionalism in all aspects of work, including attendance, interactions, appearance and demeanor.