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Embark on a comprehensive exploration of engineering essentials for manufacturing with this Basic Engineering microcredential! This is a uniquely larger microcredential informed by business and industry partnerships that gives you a jump-start on your Engineering Science degree while also helping you to move into the workplace more quickly with both foundational and specialized skills that apply in multiple manufacturing settings. You will study the engineering design principles that drive manufacturing including 3D modeling, CAD/CAM design, calculations, spatial analysis and prototyping. You will explore the advancements in robotics and automation and additive manufacturing or 3D printing. You will gain foundational knowledge of chemistry, physics and calculus as it relates to the manufacturing process. Successful completion of this microcredential prepares you for continued study, internships, apprenticeship, and to immediately apply for entry-level positions such as a manufacturing, engineering, or automation technician working under an experienced supervisor.
Credits earned in the completion of this microcredential can be applied toward completion of a related certificate or degree program. It is a building block that gives you a jump start to education and career success.
Each campus will confirm final costs. The estimated tuition shown above is based on NYS residency for this institution. Tuition can vary based on full- or part-time attendance, residency and whether the courses are undergraduate or graduate. Additional costs include fees and books. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
Each campus will confirm final cost. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
SUNY's microcredentials are setting the standard nationally and internationally for high-quality, stackable credentials designed for today's learner. All of SUNY's microcredentials are designed to be:
Academic quality is paramount in the development and approval of SUNY microcredentials.
Each microcredential has immediate value and, where possible, stacks together with other microcredentials.
Microcredentials are designed to meet current and emerging market needs and align with relevant industry standards.
Completion of our microcredentials is recorded on your transcript and/or highlighted in a digital badge so your accomplishments travel with you.
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