NC3 Industry 4.0, STEM, and Advanced Manufacturing Career Pathways Conference

Snap-on Industry Credentials

Join Snap-on as they introduce a foundational cornerstone of CTE: Hand-Tool Identification, Safety and Usage; a new certification available through NC3. Snap-on will also touch on other cross-discipline certifications utilizing cutting-edge tools used by professional technicians across the globe.
 

Data Analytics and Critical Thinking

In a manufacturing world filled with data, your ability to visualize and analyze data is the most desirable skill you can add to your career technical training. Come experience for yourself how Trane uses your own campus data to show how data from buildings, equipment, and manufacturing lines can be collected and analyzed to solve problems and to optimize systems and processes. Data analytic skills are the next generation’s critical problem solving skills.
 

Intro to Mechatronics

Introduction to Mechatronics aims to relay foundational information and develop hands-on skills in the areas of Mechanical, Electrical, and Control Technology. Students will develop competencies to operate and maintain pneumatics, electricity, sensors, actuators, and controls utilizing real-world automation equipment to develop skills in STEM. These skills are the core of automation, production, and manufacturing, and are in high demand.
 

Next Generation Technologies for the Trades

Skilled tradespeople have a huge impact on our daily lives, but demand for qualified professionals outweighs our supply. RIDGID and Greenlee are committed to helping your vocational program fill this gap. Learn how the RIDGID & Greenlee certifications address critical workplace needs, understand the real-world applications for your students and local industry/business, and experience some of the hands-on skills yourself during this session!

Virtual Tools in the Classroom

The VRTEX 360 Compact is a small, portable Virtual Reality Welding Simulator for convenient mobile use in any environment. Expedite the learning process with cost-effective technology as a supplement to traditional teaching techniques. Experience a student’s perspective practicing muscle memory in a safe, non-intimidating approach to welding training using virtual reality.
 

Kubota Tech Opportunities

Kubota Tech is an off road early career Diesel Technician program featuring an extensive hands on curriculum. See how STEM principles of Telematics, Ohm’s Law, and Pascal’s Law are applied and reinforced when earning industry-recognized certifications through the Kubota Tech program.

Copeland Compressor Technology

Copeland compressors and technology live at the heart of HVAC and refrigeration systems that homeowners, businesses, and industries have depended on. The continued growth of refrigeration technology requires skilled and knowledgeable technicians to keep up with service and business needs to prepare for tomorrow’s challenges today. Copeland and NC3 have designed three certifications to address the high demand for skilled technicians. Learn more about the technology and how the competencies within these certifications can create opportunities for your students.
 

This session will feature a hands-on approach to introducing advanced manufacturing concepts using a Tormach xsTECH CNC Router and ZA2 Robotic Arm.