According to the Connecticut Business and Industry Association (CBIA), there are “literally thousands” of unfilled, well-paying career opportunities within manufacturing facilities across the state. These careers are available to high school and college graduates, as well as those with advanced … Continue reading What is Modern Manufacturing and What Does it Mean for You?
From designing Navy welding curriculum to embracing a Universal Design for Learning as a Goodwin welding instructor, professor and PhD candidate, Keith Carter, MHR, MSW shares his journey to becoming an expert in his field. Keith Carter’s welding students didn’t … Continue reading Goodwin Thought Leaders: Keith Carter Welding
Universal Design for Learning and Welding Goodwin’s commitment to classroom innovation shows results in previously unexpected fields by Kobie Adams, Goodwin College Intern At Goodwin College’s School of Business, Management & Advanced Manufacturing, Assistant Professor Keith Carter has created a … Continue reading Universal Design for Learning and Welding
Take a minute to look around you. Almost every object you see – whether that be a computer, a car, or a coffee machine – contains parts that are created by a machinist. Machinists work in manufacturing, setting up and … Continue reading Becoming a Machinist: Do You Have What it Takes?
CNC machinists are skilled workers whose work goes well-beyond the operating machine. They are the talented designers, mathematicians, and innovators of the manufacturing industry who are helping to build today’s most advanced products. If you are a creative person who … Continue reading 5 Can’t-Miss CNC Training Courses
Anyone interested in an exciting, hands-on career in manufacturing may want to consider becoming a welder. Welding is an age-old profession that has been around for hundreds of centuries, and is not going away any time soon. Don’t let the … Continue reading 5 Welding Skills Employers are Seeking in New Hires
In the digital age, with a young generation driven by technology, there still remains the need for tangible goods. Enter, the thriving field of manufacturing. If you’re looking to step into a career that offers exciting, hands-on, and often high-tech … Continue reading 5 High-Paying Manufacturing Jobs You Can Land with a Bachelor’s Degree
If you’re an aspiring manufacturing worker who enjoys working with technology and advanced machinery, you may be interested in a career in CNC machining. But what do CNC machinists actually do? What are some of the skills you’d need to … Continue reading CNC Machinist Duties You May Not Know About
Goodwin Mobile Lab Hosts Manufacturing Matters By Dr. Al Pucino, Goodwin College On February 19, 2019, Goodwin College’s Mobile Manufacturing Lab was host to the Manufacturing Matters monthly podcast, sponsored by Simsbury Bank. During the podcast, the benefits of onsite … Continue reading Goodwin Mobile Lab Hosts Manufacturing Matters
Today, CNC lathe training and CNC milling training are each synonymous with a successful career in CNC machining. These two methods are vastly used (and highly valued) in the ever-evolving manufacturing industry – and, as a result, are important steps … Continue reading CNC Lathe and Milling Training: What You Can Expect
The state of the economy has changed the world of manufacturing as we know it. Today, industry leaders must confront new challenges, such as a growing global market, reduced product life cycles, and the consumer’s interest in diverse, high-quality products. … Continue reading 5 Types of Manufacturing Management Careers
CNC machinists play an important role in our ever-evolving world of manufacturing. They are highly-skilled workers who know how to read blueprints, work computer-aided machinery, and produce highly valued products using their skills. They have the ability to take a … Continue reading CNC Machinist Certification: Is It Necessary in Connecticut?
If you want a career that is creative, innovative, and hands-on, you may be wondering how to get into welding. From local repair shops to big industrial factories, welders put their set of specialized skills to work every single day … Continue reading How to Get Into Welding, the Right Way
CNC (Computerized Numerical Control) machining has a big role in the evolving world of manufacturing today. Experts in this field operate cutting-edge technology, and play a part in the production of important tools and products that we need – and … Continue reading 5 Reasons to Learn CNC
Innovation. Precision. Technique. These are just some of the many words one might use to describe a welding career. On the day to day, professional welders are crafting and creating the products of tomorrow. They are working with a mix … Continue reading Welding Requirements: What Employers Are Looking for in Aspiring Welders
If you’re interested in joining the manufacturing workforce, you may be curious to learn more about machining and – more specifically – precision machining. Precision machining is an evolving area of manufacturing, and something that impacts our daily lives. As a … Continue reading What is Precision Machining, and How Do You Get Involved?
Are you interested in becoming a machinist or machine operator, and looking for a trade school to help kickstart your career? Learn the difference between a machinist trade school and a comprehensive, career-focused CNC machinist training program. Machinists play a … Continue reading Considering a Machinist Trade School for CNC?
Goodwin College CNC student David Henry spent most of his working career as a mechanic, examining how things functioned and putting his knowledge into practice as a fixer and a builder. Two years ago, David decided the time was right … Continue reading Putting It Together: David Henry Provides a “Helping Hand”
