{"id":8024,"date":"2020-12-09T11:36:02","date_gmt":"2020-12-09T16:36:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.goodwin.edu\/enews\/?p=8024"},"modified":"2024-12-16T17:17:17","modified_gmt":"2024-12-16T22:17:17","slug":"pursuing-a-manufacturing-and-machining-education","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.goodwin.edu\/enews\/pursuing-a-manufacturing-and-machining-education\/","title":{"rendered":"Pursuing a Manufacturing and Machining Education: Which School is Right for You?"},"content":{"rendered":"

Are you interested in pursuing an exciting, hands-on career that involves creating things every day? You may be perfect for the field of manufacturing. It\u2019s no secret that the U.S. is experiencing a resurgence in manufacturing. Some experts even say that we are in the middle of our nation\u2019s fourth industrial revolution.<\/p>\n

But what you may not realize is that Connecticut plays a key role in this important industry. In fact, CT manufacturers export nearly $13.5 billion in products like automobiles, medical equipment, jet engines, and more. The Connecticut Business & Industry Association\u2019s (CBIA) latest survey<\/a> found that more than 4,000 manufacturing companies call Connecticut their home. This equals about 159,000 manufacturing employees, who earn more than $95,000 a year.<\/p>\n

There are many reasons<\/a> to hop on board the manufacturing train, but when it comes to choosing a technical school or manufacturing and machining education, the choices can be overwhelming. Read on, as we explore some of the different types of schools available.<\/p>\n

Technical\/Trade School<\/strong><\/p>\n

Technical schools are postsecondary institutions that offer practical, specialized training in a specific trade or profession. They are also known as \u201ctrade\u201d or \u201cvocational schools\u201d. At a technical school, students gain hands-on training in dedicated fields of study, helping them prepare for their future. Graduates of technical schools earn diplomas or certificates, and they typically earn them in less than two years.<\/p>\n

Technical schools work best for students who know<\/em><\/strong> \u2013 without a doubt \u2013 what they want to do with their careers. Unlike most colleges and universities, technical schools do not require students to complete general education courses like English, Math, or Science.<\/p>\n

Due to the fast and focused nature of technical schools, these training programs are usually limited to fields that are fully skills-based and, while they require training and preparation, do not require a formal college degree.<\/p>\n

Career-Focused Manufacturing School<\/strong><\/p>\n

Students who are not sold on trade or technical school, but are also not really into the traditional college education, can find another option. Career-focused colleges, such as Goodwin University, offer the best of both worlds for these students. These colleges prepare students for their future, with a curriculum focused on hands-on training for in-demand careers like manufacturing. Goodwin\u2019s manufacturing training gives students the opportunity to learn directly on cutting-edge CNC machines used in the industry today.<\/p>\n

Unlike technical schools, however, career-focused schools go well beyond the limitations of job-specific training. In addition to skills training and specialized courses, these colleges also offer students the ability to explore various subjects as part of their education. Through \u201cGen Ed\u201d courses \u2013 which are applicable to any career \u2013 students learn how to:<\/p>\n