The Purpose:  

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• To meet workforce demands of the future

• To develop clear career pathways for advanced technical manufacturing

• To understand manufacturing and related technologies

         

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The High School Manufacturing Academy offers students an introduction to careers and opportunities in Advanced Manufacturing. Upon completion of the classes, students have a greater understanding of manufacturing and are better prepared for careers in Advanced Manufacturing.

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The program offers students visits to key sites:

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• Bluegrass Technical and Community College Advanced Manufacturing Center

• Toyota Motor Manufacturing, Kentucky

• University of Kentucky, College of Engineering

• University of Kentucky, Lean Management Institute

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Overview of Curriculum:​

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Day 1 - Building Human Relations

• Defining Lean Management

• Building Work Values

• Leaning by Listening

• Working as a Team

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Day 2 - Problem Solving

• Defining Continuous Improvement

• Using Meeting Facilitation as a Team

• Learning the Problem-Solving Process

• Solving Problems as a Team

 

Day 3 - Work Processes

• Completing Multi-Tasking Exercise

• Reviewing Safety Responsibilities

• Defining 5-S Process

• Understanding Ergonomics

• Identifying Waste

• Building in Quality

• Making the Process Flow
   

Day 4 - Assembly Line Simulation

• Building an Assembly Line with Given Goals and Time Limits

• Improving the Process Using Key Points of Lean Thinking

• Applying Problem Solving to Work

• Developing Teamwork and Observational Skills
   

Day 5 - Final Assessment 

• Working and Building as a Team

• Final Assessment

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Contact:

Gene Childress, CQPO Senior Consultant

gene.w.childress@gmail.com

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Call CQPO Direct:  502-642-7334