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Make a Big Difference It can be scary getting ready to send your child off to college, especially when your child is the first in the family to do so. College, however, will offer your children opportunities and experiences you may not have had. How do you help them succeed? And how do you calm your own concerns? First there’s a financial incentive. According to the US Bureau of Labor Statistics, over a lifetime,
a person with a 4-year degree will make about $1 million more than someone with only a high school diploma. The more educa-
You may wonder: Is my student smart enough for college? Most likely, yes! The skills that helped your student succeed in high school are very similar to those needed in college – the ability to study, listen and take notes, read books and do assignments. And many colleges offer support to help students that need it. Students willing to work hard will do just fine.
Isn’t college for rich kids, or at least families with money? Not so much. There are so many different educational options these days, right here locally, plus with available financial aid, nearly any young person determined to get there, and with the right support from you, can make it.
Will I “lose” my child if she goes to college? Some parents fear their child will change when the go to college and, in fact, your child will mature. But you can remain an important part of the life by staying active in this new stage. Be involved in how they choose their college of choice, help them visit campuses and ask questions. Be their partner and encourage their success. It may be difficult to sacrifice income your child might contribute to the household temporarily, as many young people help support their families. But that 1-, 2- , 4-year or more investment will pay off in higher earnings than available with just a high school diploma.
tion after high school a student gets, they higher their earnings are likely to be. Additionally, they are less likely to be laid off in tough economic times. In the recent economic slump, those with more education had a lower incidence of unemployment. And studies show that college grads are healthier, work under more pleasant conditions, live longer, are smarter consumers and have more varied interests than those who don’t go on to college. But what about the costs? Don’t let the cost of college stop your child from applying. There are financial aid programs to help students who can’t pay the full expenses. First, focus on getting admitted, then on searching out financial aid. Federal and state governments offer grants (based on need), scholarships (based on performance) and low interest loans. Colleges have additional scholarships, aid packages and workstudy programs. Check with your employer and see if they offer scholarship opportunities for your children. The most important way you can help your child at this stage is by completing the FAFSA application (see page 20). (You should never have to pay for help applying for or searching financial aid programs.) Also, a little advance planning can help defray some of those costs. See page 7 to learn about dual credits; these are transfer-
able credits for work completed at the high school level and the opportunity. Encouragement can make the difference between success and failure. Helping your child succeed in college starts early, as early as junior high. It’s a good time to consider how to leverage high school coursework to propel your student in college. Courses required for a high school diploma are not the always the same as those required for a particular college. Talk to school counselors, teachers and the principal; they’ll have good advice on how you can support your child’s college plans. Look for after-school, summer enrichment or community service programs that help build a stronger resume and provide experiences that can help your child cope with changes and challenges. Try not to make demands that interfere with your child’s studies; offer them a quiet place to do homework. Help your child find a mentor – additional support from somebody that will take a personal interest in his or her success. Help them find the right school that fits their needs, talents and concerns best. Help your child stay motivated with your positive feedback. Expect them to work hard, work smart and spread their wings. [paraphrased from act.org]
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Earlham College has been awarded a $1 million grant from Lilly Endowment Inc. to create new opportunities for high-impact student learning in partnership with 30 organizations across Indiana. Designed specifically to keep graduates in Indiana, the College’s “Indiana Pathways” grant program will bring together experiential learning and the liberal arts to build bridges from college to career.
“The Endowment has seen firsthand that colleges and universities have the ability and desire to help improve the job prospects of college graduates in Indiana, and we wanted to give them the resources to be even more strategic and ambitious,” says Sara B. Cobb, vice president for education at the Endowment.
With the grant, earlham is positioned
to provide students with opportunities to engage with professionals from across Indiana that will allow for realworld discovery of wide-ranging career paths.
“Earlham is committed to strengthening relationships with organizations across Indiana to create new post-graduation career trajectories for our students,” President David Dawson says. “The Endowment’s support will reinforce Earlham’s new paradigm for a liberal arts education that integrates classical liberal arts education with vocational discernment and imaginative career planning. “We are excited that internships and other programs funded by the Endowment grant will increase the likelihood that more Earlham graduates will stay in Indiana and thrive in their personal and civic lives,” he says. Statewide, the Endowment is providing $62.7 million to Indiana’s 39 accredited colleges and universities through its Initiative to Promote Opportunities Through Educational Collaborations.
For more than a decade, the Endowment has awarded grants to Indiana colleges and universities to pursue activities that improve the job prospects of college graduates in the state. While progress has been made, particularly through expanded internship opportunities and more robust career placement offices, Indiana college graduates continue to have difficulty finding jobs within the state that are suitable to individuals holding a bachelor’s degree.
“Despite a steady supply of four-year college graduates, Indiana ranks very low among the states in the percentage of its adult working-age population that has a bachelor’s degree, and the state’s average per capita income ranking also is unacceptable,” Cobb says. “The Endowment has become increasingly concerned about the implications of these statistics and their potential impact on the state’s future prosperity. The grant comes at a fitting time as the College continues to implement a new strategic plan that connects the College’s strengths as a leading national liberal arts college with a more deliberate focus on career development.
With the grant, Earlham is positioned to provide students with opportunities to engage with professionals from across Indiana that will allow for real-world discovery of wide-ranging career paths. Locally, Earlham will partner with Reid Hospital, Cope Environmental Center, the Wayne County Foundation and other organizations. Outside of Richmond, the College will partner with Riley Hospital for Children, Conner Prairie Interactive History Park, The Nature Conservancy, Patriot Engineering and Environmental, Inc., Hoosier Environmental Council, the Indianapolis Museum of Art, and other businesses, government and non-profit agencies.
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Chamber recognizes Earlham with ’Buy local’ award Earlham College’s commitment to working with local contractors amid a $60 million investment in its future has been recognized by the Wayne County area Chamber of Commerce. The Chamber on Friday named the College the recipient of the Bob Rosa Buy Local Award, now in its third year, during its annual dinner and awards event at the Kuhlman Center. “Bob Rosa was Mr. Buy Local before people even said ’buy local’ and Earlham College, by working with local contractors and strengthening its relationship with community businesses, is a great example of the kinds of partners they have become,” Chamber CEO Amy Holthouse says. “I hope this award is another feather in the cap for Earlham so people recognize all the efforts that are being made there.” Earlham Director of Facilities Ian Smith says about $18 million of the more than $34 million in direct-cost dollars associated with recent projects on campus were awarded to Wayne County-based firms. They include the completed renovations to Stanley and Tyler halls and new construction of the Center for Visual and Performing Arts, which will open in August. Stanley Hall represents the largest contribution to the local economy with nearly 80 percent of the direct-cost dollars for that project going to Wayne County businesses, Smith says. If specialties are factored out with no local providers, he says, nearly 90 percent of the project was completed by local businesses. Additionally, about $700,000 of the $1.6 million cost to build the new Randal R. Sadler Stadium baseball complex was also awarded to local companies. Future projects, including an expansion of Stanley Hall, the home of the sciences, will begin this spring. “Earlham College is deeply committed to buying local whenever possible, no matter how high the stakes,” Smith says. “We believe that local construction companies are competitive with other regional firms, even with technically challenging projects, such as these.”
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Boys and Girls CluB honors Earlham Earlham College was recognized Thursday by the Boys & Girls Clubs of Wayne County for its long-standing partnership and commitment to serving area youth. The College is the recipient of the Earl and Kathryn Mayer Award, which is given annually to a partner that improves the lives of Wayne County youth. The College is a long-standing provider of volunteers and financial resources for programming. “Earlham College’s students have a passion for service and a desire to make a difference in the community,” says Boys & Girls Clubs of Wayne County Executive Director Bruce Daggy. “They are also really happy to work with our kids and create relationships, which is where they leave the biggest impact on the work that we do. That is especially true of their Bonner Scholars.” Earlham College provides more than 30,000 hours of community service annually to 70 area service agencies. The Boys and Girls Club has five sites across Wayne County. Many of those volunteers are Bonner Scholars, who complete service-learning projects as they earn a degree, and student-athletes who play a role in the Club’s programs and annual Christmas Shop event. Throughout the College’s partnership with the Club, several Earlham graduates have found meaningful employment opportunities after graduation. They include Director of Education Stacey Steele ’02, Jeffers Unit Director Alicia Painter ’11, Director of Outcomes Measurement and Grants David Woolpy ’86, and Education Coordinator Kyle Fischer ’13. Fisher is employed at the Club by Americorps. Earlham Vice President of Community Relations Avis Stewart also serves on the Club’s board of directors and was recognized as Rookie Board Member of the Year in 2013. “Earlham College and Wayne County enjoy a mutually beneficial connection and our relationship with the Boys & Girls Clubs of Wayne County is evidence of that,” Stewart says. “Our students are driven to making a difference in the communities they live in while earning their degrees. This award is validation that their contributions are providing the lasting contributions necessary to make Wayne County a better place to live.”
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Earlham College has once again been recognized by national publications as one of the country’s best values for a private liberal arts education. In September, Earlham is one of only 40 national liberal arts colleges listed among “Great Schools at a Great Price” in the 2014 U.S. News and World Report rankings. This category, based on academic quality in comparison with the cost of attendance, comprises only institutions with strong overall institutional rankings, including such national liberal arts colleges as Bowdoin, Earlham College has once again been Middlebury, Pomona, Carleton, Wellesley, Vassar and others. Earl- recognized by national publications ham ranked 39th in this list. as one of the country’s best values The College also ranked 11th for a private liberal arts education. among national colleges known According to Kiplinger’s, Earlham exemplifies the attributes parents and for “Best Undergraduate Teaching.” This category highlights nastudents look for in higher education, including small class sizes, a good tional colleges where faculty has “an unusually strong commitment freshman retention rate and a high four-year graduation rate. to undergraduate teaching” based on peer institutions’ assessments. Institutions to make this list include Amherst, Carleton, Williams and Kiplinger’s criteria include the student admission rate (the number of Swarthmore. students accepted out of those who apply), the test scores of incoming freshmen, the ratio of students to faculty members, and the four- and fiveKiplinger’s Personal Finance includes Earlham in the Top 100 of private year graduation rates. On the cost side, Kiplinger’s measures the sticker colleges nationwide that provide high-quality academics at a reasonprice, the availability and average amount of need-based and merit-based able cost. financial aid, and the average student debt at graduation. This is the second time this year that Earlham has been recognized for its value on a national level. “These distinctions reinforce Earlham’s standing as a national leader in liberal arts education,” Earlham President David Dawson says. “We pay careful attention to the concerns of For more information about these distinctions, visit students and parents about college costs, and this recognition verifies www.kiplinger.com/links/college and www.usnews.com. that we are on track in offering the essential benefits of a liberal arts education with a valued approach.”
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Try on these College Options
“Going to college” often means a four-year degree at a university, but not always. You might decide a better option is to start at a community college and earn an associate degree or begin an apprenticeship. You may need two years or less to get the job you want. Or you may want a master’s, doctorate or professional degree which could take much longer. College planning is all about the fit. Try on some of these options:
Four Year Degree? Earning a college degree from a four-year college or university can offer students independence, academic challenge and a brand new social life — not to mention a college degree. Just make sure you’ve carefully weighed the costs and benefits of each college you’re considering because they can vary widely. Start with a solid plan to graduate in four years with at least
Everyone needs an education beyond high school. Ninety-nine percent of the fastest growing careers of the future require postsecondary training or education. College graduates make more money, are less likely to be unemployed and are even more likely to live longer, healthier lives than men and women who only have a high school diploma. But going to college isn’t a one-size-fits-all path to success, and not everyone needs the same kind of education.
a few ideas of career goals. College is too expensive and too important not to take it seriously from the start. Two-year colleges like Ivy Tech Community College and Sinclair Community College are surging in popularity. Tuition is affordable and you can finish your degree in less time (saving big bucks) and perhaps live at home for even more cost savings. You can transfer to a four-year degree program at a different college campus or start working in two years or less. Your local community college and school counselor can point you toward programs that will get you a degree — and a career — in less time for less money. Career and technical colleges may also help you get workready credentials. Looking at one of the many for-profit proprietary schools advertising on TV? Carefully check tuition price and job placement record. You may want to shop
around.
Learn & earn a paycheck Ready to work? One option is apprenticeships — a great way to learn in-demand skills and earn a paycheck and work experience. Indiana trade unions and associations prepare electricians, tool and die makers, carpenters, plumbers, sheet metal workers and other hands-on workers on whom our economy depends. Most apprenticeship programs require an admissions test. Many have limited space and want high school graduates who have taken Core 40 courses in math, science and English. Most apprenticeships take you into the classroom as well as on the job site, and you may earn an associate degree, too. The military has been preparing our nation’s leaders for generations through the Army, Air Force, Coast Guard, Marines and
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Navy. All offer recruits pay, money for college and healthcare. College can — and should — still be part of your plan. You can combine college and military service with ROTC and the Indiana National Guard.
Still not sure? See your school counselor, who can point you in the right direction to explore your options. And let everyone — teachers, counselors, family, friends, coaches and adults in your community — know that you’re serious about your next step. Tap into their experience and advice as you find the right fit for your future. [paraphrased from indnext.com]
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$160,451
First Professional Degree
2. Registered Nurse
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3. Physical Therapist
$76,627
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4. Dental Hygenist
$65,707
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5. Computer Software Engineer
$72,197
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6. Postsecondary Teacher
$60,237
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7. Plumber
$50,856
Long-Term on the job training
8. Pharmacist
$110,053
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9. Operating Engineer
$49,920
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10. Medical Services Manager
$75,691
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11. Cost Estimator
$56,555
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12. Construction Supervisor
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13. Social Worker
$52,478
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14. Marketing Specialist
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15. Graphic Designer
$36,005
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Visit netsolutions.dwd.in.gov/hh50/. It’s your opportunity to get the inside scoop on each of the Hot 50 Jobs in Indiana from real Hoosiers in today’s workforce. Take a moment to explore the profiles of each position. Inside each job listing you’ll meet a Hoosier who will give you an inside look at the position, along with salary information and education/training requirements. Thats right - watch video interviews from real Indiana professionals and learn their path to success.
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Small Classes, Real World Partnerships Provide World-Class Education Purdue is Here Purdue University and its College of Technology have been
offering degree programs in the Richmond community over 45 years. In fact, Richmond was the first of 10 locations established by the College of Technology to deliver locally relevant degree programs. The degree and certificate offerings in Richmond have evolved with the needs of industry in the Richmond area. The location currently offers bachelor’s degrees in industrial technology, computer graphics, engineering technology and organizational leadership and supervision. Students can also earn an associate degree in computer graphics technology and organizational leadership and supervision. Students can also earn an associate degree in computer graphics technology or mechanical engineering technology. The degree programs are direct extensions of the programs offered at Purdue’s main campus in West Lafayette. When students graduate, they earn a Purdue degree.
Partnerships Purdue and the College of Technology have had a cooperative relationship with Indiana University East for 40 years. Purdue students
pay the same tuition and fees as IU East students (including in-state tuition for residents of several Ohio counties), have access to campus services and student life activities, and are able to take IU courses. Purdue’s offices, classrooms and laboratories are located in Tom Raper Hall. Purdue University’s relationship with Ivy Tech Community College has also continued to grow over the years. More classes than ever now transfer to make it easier to earn an Ivy Tech associate degree in engineering technology and then transfer into Purdue’s engineering technology bachelor’s degree program. In addition, many Ivy Tech business graduates progress on to Purdue’s organizational leadership bachelor’s degree program. The Richmond College of Technology location has long partnered with local businesses and industries, from Ford/Visteon to Ahaus Tool and Engineering. Each semester, Purdue University employs
area businesses and industry leaders as instructors. Purdue students gain useful, practical skills that employers recognize and value. Much of Purdue’s coursework deals with “real world” situations and practices that can make an immediate impact in the work place. The small class sizes at Purdue University College of Technology at Richmond provide an optimal learning environment. Purdue University is an important business, industry and economic development partner with East Central Indiana and West Central Ohio. It provides a world-class education and highly skilled technical problem-solvers to the area’s workforce. Over 80 percent of the College of Technology at Richmond graduates stay in the area, contributing to local technologies.
Purdue Rankings • U.S. News & World Report ranks Purdue 23rd among the nation’s public universities. • SmartMoney magazine ranks Purdue eighth nationally in its “payback” survey. • A Wall Street Journal survey of corporate recruiters in 2010 ranked Purdue fourth nationally in preparing its students for the workforce. • Purdue ranked 61st in the 2011 Academic Ranking of World Universities (ACWU). In ACWU specialty rankings, Purdue ranks 14th in engineering and technology (among more than 2,000 institutions).
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Purdue Degree + Ahaus Scholarship
Purdue University has been offering degrees in Richmond over 45 years, since it began its Mechanical Engineering Technology program on the campus of Earlham College in 1966. Purdue moved to the Indiana University East campus in 1971.
Ahaus Tool and Engineering Scholarships Ahaus Tool and Engineering, Inc. offers scholarships to students enrolling in the bachelor of science in engineering technology program at the Purdue University College of Technology at Richmond. Kevin Ahaus, president of Ahaus
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Make a Winning Combination
“I was attracted to Purdue at Richmond because the small campus offers more chances for one-on-one interaction and the ability to be a person, as well as a student.” Derek Guthrie New Paris, OH Computer Graphics, 2009
More information on the BSET program is available at:
Purdue University is made up of eleven colleges, such as the Colleges of Agriculture, Engineering and Veterinary Medicine. Purdue’s College of Technology is the 4th largest college of the Purdue University system and is the only one to offer Purdue degrees at locations statewide. Tool and Engineering, provided 10 $1,000 scholarships and is challenging others in the Richmond community to match the scholarship money to bring a total of 20 students into the new program. “Purdue University College of Technology at Richmond is vital to the existing and future growth of our community,” Ahaus said. “Ahaus Tool and Engineering has used the college to help advance several employees to the next level in their careers. From toolmaker to manager, designer to project engineer and student to owner, Ahaus employees have com-
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pleted degrees in Richmond. Purdue is a great asset and is moving in the right direction with the new bachelor of science in engineering technology degree.” The program is designed to give students an opportunity to earn a Purdue degree while staying close to home and to provide trained workers for specific community needs. The focus of the degree program at each location will be determined by the work force and economic needs of the region. The BSET program builds upon six core College of Technology technical
disciplines: computer graphics, computer and information technology, electrical and computer engineering technology, industrial technology, mechanical engineering technology, and organizational leadership and supervision. The curriculum has been developed over two years with input from community and business leaders, county and city officials, state work force development personnel, and faculty. “The design of the BSET program will allow Purdue to be more nimble and responsive to the needs of the communities, such as Richmond, that the College of Technology serves,” said Duane Dunlap, associate dean. “Support like that being provided by Ahaus Tool and Engineering shows that we’re on the right track with the BSET program. We appreciate the company’s willingness to step up and help students get started on their degree.”
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Industries Seek Out Purdue Engineers Engineering Technology Degree
Computer Graphics Technology Degree Purdue’s College of Technology at Richmond challenges its computer graphics students to combine artistic and technical skills to design, analyze and communicate ideas visually. Successful students in the program can expect to move on to a career in education, business, advertising, gaming, entertainment and beyond.
(including game development, web technologies, and new media applications), technical animation, manufacturing graphics, and construction graphics.
The field of computer graphics technology offers several career options that range from the familiar computer animation to more surprising areas like healthcare training and construction graphics. The plan of study for the program is designed to expose students to key concepts that can be used in all areas of the computer graphics before they decide on a more specific course for their talents.
In Indiana and across the country, there is an increasing need for employees with computer graphics skills, and for those who are broadly educated in related interdisciplinary skills.
The Purdue College of Technology at Richmond offers a bachelors degree in computer graphics technology. Students work in computer labs developing their graphics skills, techniques, concepts, and management ability through individual and team-based projects.
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Purdue continues to offer an associates degree in computer graphics in Richmond, also. Graduates of the associate degree program work as graphics practitioners to produce engineering drawings, technical manuals, multimedia products, technical illustrations and web pages. A graphics technician can expect employment in manufacturing, service, and information industries as CAD drafters, illustrators, page layout/ designers, and multimedia producers.
The Purdue bachelor’s degree allows students to study several skills in yet greater depth, including interactive multimedia
Designed with employment in mind, the engineering technology degree program at Purdue’s College of Technology at Richmond provides students with a broad range of exciting experiences. The designers of the program have worked closely with local employers and industry leaders to create an academic experience that will translate to career opportunites after graduation. The core coursework of the program addresses today’s lean workplace environment, where employees are valued for a broader range of skills. Students may then use electives to concentrate in areas of specialization, such as healthcare/biomedical technology, alternative and hybrid energy, nanotechnology, or food production and distribution. The program is geared toward real world application of ideas, theories and innovation. With a strong foundation in core subject areas such as science, technology, engineering and mathematics, this degree program has a flexible curriculum to meet existing and future local workforce needs.
locations in Indiana. Purdue President Frances A. Cordova spoke at the event announcing the new degree. “Indiana’s future rests, in part, with a work force that is skilled in the latest technological advances. This program offers traditional and and non-traditional students a new path to a degree close to home. It will provide the state with talent needed to maintain a competitive edge in the global marketplace while responding to local economic and employment needs.,” she said. As the program evolves, students are able to choose a concentration of 18 credit hours based on their interests as well as the economic needs in the region. Graduates of the engineering technology program are skilled for employment at companies across the technological, construction, distribution, healthcare and engineering spectrum. They are bes suited to areas that deal with application, production, implementation, engineering operation, sales and distribution as opposed to the conceptual design and research functions performed by typical engineering graduates.
The degree was rolled out in 2010 at four
What you’ll learn: Discover creative and management aspects of computer graphics production. Work collaboratively in computer labs to master techniques, concepts and management skills. Potential job titles of graduates: Animator, Architectural Illustrator, Computer Game Developer, Design Engineer, Graphic Consultant, Graphic Designer, Multimedia Developer, Technical Animator, Visual Designer find out more: www.tech.purdue.edu/TLI/academics/undergraduate/IT/
What you’ll learn: Engineering technology students learn design, implementation, and problem solving in a variety of engineering disciplines, with the opportunity to specialize in concentrated areas. Potential job titles of graduates: Positions in product design, testing, development, systems engineering, field engineering or production, technical operations and quality control are all common positions for graduates. find out more: http://www.tech.purdue.edu/Statewide/bset/
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Industrial Technologists Master Efficiencies Industrial Technology From improving quality and safety to cutting costs, graduates of the industrial technology program find themselves as leaders in a wide variety of manufacturing and technical settings. The industrial technology (IT) Bachelor’s degree program at Purdue’s College of Technology at Richmond is designed to prepare students in both technical and management areas for careers in business, industry, and government. It brings a management focus to technical fields. In today’s economy, the topics of lean manufacturing and enterprise, continuous improvement and Six Sigma Quality techniques are popular ideas studied in the program. Course work includes: • Production Planning • Industrial ergonomics and safety • Quality control and productivity • Manufacturing facilities planning and material handling • Automated manufacturing systems • Automatic identification and data capture • Computer simulation Students can choose to begin the
MET Degree Holders Find Solutions Mechanical Engineering Technology
degree program at Purdue, or they can transfer into the program with previous academic experience. The college has transfer agreements with Ivy Tech Community College and Sinclair Community College to make the transition smooth. In fact, the program is able to accept a wide variety of academic credits. Interested students should talk with a student services coordinator to find out how their previous college coursework transfers. An 18-hour IT certificate is also available. The job outlook is very promising for graduates of the IT major. Many entry level positions for industrial technologists will occur as automation and modernization continue to be applied in business and industry. An increased demand for interdisciplinary technologists in manufacturing support is also expected. IT majors are also in demand in a variety of industries such as healthcare and amusement parks because of their planning and operations managment skills.
What you’ll learn: Gain a broad perspective on manufacturing and management topics and position yourself for a career within a wide range of technical and/or managerial postions. Potential job titles of graduates: Facilities Planner, Industrial Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Production Manager, Production/Process Planner, Quality Assurance Engineer, Safety System Specialist, Technical Manager
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Analyzing and solving problems is at the core of the mechanical engineering technology degree offered at Purdue’s College of Technology at Richmond. As students learn to see and address production programs, they work to design systems and operations that improve and streamline the manufacturing process.
to quality cost analysis. With this solid technical foundation, graduates are able to adapt readily to a wide variety of careers.
Students in mechanical engineering technology (MET) deal with mechanical and fluid energy and the design and production of tools, machines and their products. The Purdue program is intended to prepare specialists in: • the development of machines and products • the installation and maintenance of machines • producation processes • solving engineering problems
The MET bachelor’s degree is offered at the College of Technology on Purdue’s West Lafayette campus, at Columbus, Kokomo or in Indianapolis at IUPUI. The Purdue bachelor’s degree allows students to study several skills in greater depth. Students who complete the B.S. program may pursue a master of science degree in Technology, also available through Purdue University.
MET is more than machinery. It involves methods, materials, machinery and manpower coming together to solve industrial problems. It is the application of scientific and engineering principles to all aspects of the production process, from development
The Purdue College of Technology offers an associates degree in mechanical engineering technology or a certificate. Students who complete the two-year degree can stay at Richmond to complete a bachelor’s degree in organizational leadership and supervision, industrial technology or engineering technology.
With an associate degree, graduates are job ready and typically accept jobs as engineering technicians, engineering aides, plant maintenance personnel, layout staff, production assistants and technical salespeople. With additional experience, signigicant promotion to many positons is possible.
What you’ll learn: Solve mechanical problems and gain insights into the manufacturing production and design process through the application of engineering principles. Potential job titles of graduates: Design Engineer, Development Engineer, Manufacturing Engineer, Mechanical Engineer, Process Engineer, Product Design Engineer, Production Supervisor, Tooling Engineer, Quality Engineer
find out more: www.tech.purdue.edu/MET/academics/undergraduate/MET/
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People-Centered Leadership Key to Business Success Organizational Leadership and Supervision With a focus on people and purpose, a degree in organizational leadership and supervision helps graduates apply leadership and contemporary management practices to help an organization reach its goals. Organizational leadership and supervision (OLS) integrates the worlds of business and the people who bring it success. The Purdue University College of Technology’s program takes a highly individualized, practical, people-oriented approach to supervision. It provides a long-term educational emphasis on real-world work concepts and principles of enlightened leadership, rather than short-term supervisory approach. The Purdue College of Technology offers an associate and bachelor’s degrees in OLS. The majority of each OLS degree program includes leadership techniques than can have an immediate impact on the quality and productivity of the workplace. The balance of the coursework consists of technical electives, allowing the student to specialize in a specific area. Specializations could include sales, finance, manufacturing, quality control or human relations. Both programs help students prepare for
positions in areas such as: • Supervision • Production control • Quality control • Technical sales • Training and development • Human resource managment • General Management • Military service • Customer service • Process engineering The progam’s flexibility allows students to individualize their degree program to their specific career fields and goals. The associate degree program is designed for individuals who want to add to their first-line supervisory or managerial skills, as well as their general education. A student may start Purdue’s bachelor’s degree program as a beginning college student, as a transfer student from another curriculum or as the holder of an associate degree. Transfer students often bring course credit satisfying most of the elective requirements. A nine-class Purdue certificate in organizational leadership is also offered.
What you’ll learn: Prepare yourself for contemporary management through this practical, people oriented approach to leadership Potential job titles of graduates: Customer Relations Manager, Financial Planner, General Manager, Human Resources Manager, Sales Representative, Operations Manager. Average starting salary: $40,470 (with a bachelor’s degree) find out more:
www.tech.purdue.edu/TLI/academics/undergraduate/OLS/
Visit Purdue Richmond Potential students have a variety of ways to visit Purdue University at Richmond because of its convenient location Field Trips: Secondary educators are encouraged to contact Purdue University College of Technology about field trips to our laboratories. Day in College: This fall program is a full day at Purdue University College of Technology at Richmond, with students experiencing “classes” and activities in each of the curricula and receiving college success, admissions and financial aid advice. Paint Purdue Pink: This full day program for high school girls will focus on STEM careers. High school girls, from sophmore to seniors, will be nominated by school faculty, counselors or staff. Visit by Appointment: The most personalized way to learn about programs, admissions, financial aid and the campus. Meet with a Purdue admissions representative and/or academic supervisor and have all of your questions answered. Call 765 973 8228 to schedule an appointment.
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