Contact ALIC: alic@allegheny.edu
- A Branch Campus of Allegheny College:
- Bessemer Commerce Park, 764 Bessemer St.
The Manufacturing Innovations microcredential introduces students to cutting-edge technologies shaping the future of industrial production. Through courses in Additive Manufacturing Fundamentals and Robotic Integrations and Automation, learners explore emerging tools and techniques that are redefining efficiency, customization, and automation in manufacturing environments. Students gain hands-on experience with 3D printing technologies—learning to design, slice, calibrate, and troubleshoot printed parts—while also understanding the performance characteristics of materials and real-world applications across industries. They also dive into the fundamentals of robotics and automation, working with sensors, actuators, robotic arms, PLCs, and HMI systems to design integrated automation setups that mirror real production lines.
By completing this microcredential, students develop both the mindset and technical skills to work with modern manufacturing systems. They leave equipped to build functional prototypes, fixtures, and industrial-grade parts using additive manufacturing and to design and operate entry-level automation systems. Projects and simulations reinforce learning and encourage creative problem-solving, helping learners understand not just how technologies work, but how they can be implemented to drive innovation and process improvement. With the upcoming addition of the Manufacturing Material Science course offering an even deeper view into how materials and advanced technologies interact, this microcredential will prepare students to lead and adapt in dynamic, tech-forward manufacturing environments.
