Contact ALIC: alic@allegheny.edu
- A Branch Campus of Allegheny College:
- Bessemer Commerce Park, 764 Bessemer St.
The Manufacturing Foundations microcredential at ALIC is designed to equip learners with essential skills and knowledge required for success in modern manufacturing environments. Through four comprehensive courses—Practical Math for Manufacturing, Blueprint Reading and Tolerancing, Industrial Electrical Systems, and Shop Safety and OSHA—students gain hands-on experience and foundational understanding in key technical areas. They learn to solve real-world math problems using geometry, trigonometry, and algebra; interpret and create industry-standard blueprints with a focus on tolerancing and GD&T; understand and troubleshoot electrical systems and components; and apply workplace safety best practices in alignment with OSHA standards.
Upon completion, students will be able to confidently read technical drawings, perform accurate measurements and calculations, construct and evaluate basic electrical circuits, and identify and mitigate workplace hazards. The program emphasizes applied learning through projects, labs, and simulations, ensuring learners can transfer classroom knowledge directly to the shop floor. Whether entering the manufacturing workforce or advancing within it, students will leave with a strong, practical foundation and the confidence to operate safely and effectively in a variety of industrial settings.
