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KTECH: a Workforce Initiative of the Kids to Love Foundation
This program offers training in the area of Mechatronics. Mechatronics is a combination of the subject of Electronics, Computers, Control Systems and Mechanical Systems. Basically, it's the study of the use of mechanical and electronic systems together. Mechatronics occur in the manufacturing industry more and more, from automated car assembly arms to machines that place parts onto the circuit boards of all our modern consumer electronics. Automated mechanical systems are in just about everything you buy. Requirements: You must be 18 years or older and a high school graduate. 2016 graduating seniors would qualify. Must be able to pass a drug test. Suggested Math ACT score of 17 or higher. Preference given to students who have been through foster care, have military connections, or have been through a technical program in high school. Click here for more information and to apply. Alabama F.A.M.E: Advanced Manufacturing Technician Program
The Alabama F.A.M.E. Advanced Manufacturing Technician Program (AMT) includes a two-year technical Associate degree that combines cutting-edge curriculum that supports advanced manufacturing technology, paid working experience, along with learning highly sought after business principles and best practices of a world class manufacturer. What Makes the AMT Program Different? Students earn a wage while attending college and gain priceless work experience with a global manufacturing leader. Over two years, students can earn as much as $33,500, which with planning can cover all of a student’s education expenses. There are also potential grants and financial aid. What About After Graduation? While not guaranteed, there will be opportunities for the sponsor company to hire graduates as full time employees. Graduates of the AMT program will be equipped with the needed skills and experience that many manufacturing companies are actively seeking. For more information contact: Collis Sims Program Coordinator [email protected] You can also visit the website for more information. Auburn University ROBO Camp | February 4, 11, 18, & 25
ROBO CAMP is a program developed by the Department of Computer Science and Software Engineering to introduce students to computer science and computational thinking concepts and hands-on applications using different computer and robotics programming frameworks. MIT App Inventor, Microsoft Kodu, Lego Mindstorms NXT, Lego EV3 and Lego Tetrix robots, and 3D printing will be only a few of the programming frameworks used for hands-on applications. ROBO Camp is intended for ages 10-17 and will be held during four Saturdays in February (4, 11, 18, & 25) from 9:30 a.m. - 2:30 p.m. Click here for more information and to register. |