Advanced Manufacturing Bachelor's Degree

Program Overview

The Bachelor of Science in Advanced Manufacturing at Harrisburg University prepares students for careers in the manufacturing industry through a focus on robotics, hands-on activities, and state-of-the-art technology. The program emphasizes problem-solving, communication, data analysis, and ethical decision-making, equipping graduates with the skills to develop and modify products and processes in the rapidly evolving manufacturing landscape.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

• Overview:
The Bachelor of Science in Advanced Manufacturing is a program centered around robotics and hands-on activities which provide a practical understanding of processes, equipment, software, and materials in manufacturing.
• Objectives:
• Produce simple and complex solutions to issues in manufacturing.
• Communicate research-based information in oral and written formats to both advanced manufacturers and non-manufacturers.
• Collect and analyze data gathered from industry and industrial-related issues.
• Evaluate the ability to analyze metallic and nonmetallic materials needed to produce prototypes and advanced manufacturing solutions.
• Create solutions that support global awareness and ethical decision-making when resolving issues
• Program Description:
The Advanced Manufacturing (ADMA) program at Harrisburg University integrates robotic and digital technologies into manufacturing, enabling the development and/or modification of new and existing parts/products/materials. This integration (currently slated as Industry 4.0 but moving towards Industry 5.0) allows for improvements in manufacturing processes with the use of state-of-the-art software and hardware tools that foster investigation, discovery, design, engineering, and development for those interested in robotics. The core focus areas in ADMA are:
• Robotics and Automation
• Design and Simulation
• the Manufacturing Process

Outline:

• Program Content and Structure:
• The program consists of 47 semester hours, including courses in the following areas:
• Introduction to Computers & Research in Manufacturing
• Manufacturing Technology & Society
• Metallic Materials & Manufacturing Processes
• Appld Analog & Digital Electronics
• Computer Assisted Drawing
• Basics of Manufacturing Simulation
• Computer Assisted Product Design
• Non-Metallic Materials & Processing
• Designing and Rapid Prototyping
• CAD/CAM and Industrial Robotics I
• CAD/CAM and Industrial Robotics II
• Computer-Aided Design and Drafting
• Programmable Logic Controllers and Integrations
• Manufacturing Automation Systems
• Simulation of Systems & Integration
• Advanced Manufacturing II
• Course Schedule:
• The program is typically completed in four years of full-time study.

Assessment:

• Assessment Methods:
• The program uses a variety of assessment methods, including:
• Exams
• Quizzes
• Projects
• Presentations
• Homework assignments
• Assessment Criteria:
• The program uses a variety of assessment criteria, including:
• Accuracy
• Completeness
• Clarity
• Originality
• Creativity

Teaching:

• Teaching Methods:
• The program uses a variety of teaching methods, including:
• Lectures
• Discussions
• Hands-on activities
• Simulations
• Case studies
• Faculty:
• The program has a team of experienced faculty with expertise in a variety of areas, including:
• Robotics
• Automation
• Design
• Simulation
• Manufacturing
• Unique Approaches:
• The program has a number of unique approaches, including:
• A focus on hands-on learning
• A state-of-the-art manufacturing lab
• Partnerships with local businesses and industries

Careers:

• Career Paths:
• Graduates of the program can pursue a variety of careers in the manufacturing industry, including:
• Manufacturing engineer
• Design engineer
• Production manager
• Quality control manager
• Research and development engineer
• Opportunities:
• The program provides graduates with a number of opportunities, including:
• Internships
• Cooperative education programs
• Job placement assistance
• Outcomes:
• Graduates of the program have a high rate of employment in the manufacturing industry.