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Educational Objectives

The Manufacturing Technology Program's educational objectives are best framed in terms of the following goals for its graduates. 
  1. First and foremost, CSU, Chico manufacturing technology graduates will have a thorough understanding of how products are designed, produced, and tested.
  2. They will have a thorough understanding of contemporary manufacturing processes, particularly for parts consisting of metals and polymers.
  3. They will understand the fundamental behavior of various materials and the testing used to determine material properties.
  4. They will have an understanding of project management, quality assurance methods, and the economic issues involved in manufacturing.
  5. They will be familiar with contemporary computer applications and process automation, including the use of sensors, actuators, and controllers to automate machines and processes.
  6. They will be practiced at communicating their ideas in oral, written, and graphical form.
  7. They will be able to function effectively as team members.