Advanced Manufacturing and Design, BAS

Program start is scheduled for Fall 2024.

Overview

The Bachelor of Applied Science in Advanced Manufacturing and Design (BASAMD) provides the skills and experience needed to advance your career in manufacturing across a broad range of industries and in both technical and managerial roles. The curriculum is based on solving real world workplace challenges related to production systems, automation, materials testing, safety, operations and project management, supply chain, quality control, technical communications, and sustainability.

Participants will draw on past educational and work experience while also working to build advanced skills and knowledge in CAD/CAM, data analysis, and technical problem solving. Participants will work closely with experienced faculty in a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The faculty members are experts in their fields and hold elevated expectations while providing participants with program guidance and mentorship. The program is structured to provide participants with a balance between in-person and asynchronous online courses.

Graduates of the program will be trained and well-equipped to pursue a career with opportunities in a wide range of industries as technical leaders or managers in manufacturing and production environments. They will be able to apply their knowledge and skills to collaborate on the design, development, and implementation of manufacturing systems that are efficient, cost-effective, and produce high-quality products.

Degree Option

The Bachelor of Applied Science Degree in Advanced Manufacturing and Design is a two-year, 90-credit career-orientated degree for those who hold an associate degree in manufacturing, a technical trade, engineering technology, or a closely related field or have earned 90+ credits of college coursework in a STEM related program..

The bachelor’s program in Advanced Manufacturing and Design has a selective admissions process and students may only begin the program fall quarter. Prospective students must attend a program briefing to receive application materials.

A Bachelor in Applied Science (BAS) degree is awarded upon completion of 90 credits of specified 300- and 400-level coursework with a cumulative GPA of 2.5 in upper-level courses. Entry into a graduate program may require a higher GPA for admission. Students are responsible for checking specific major requirements of graduate institutions.

Cost of Program

Specific tuition information can be found at: www.skagit.edu/admissions/tuition-fees. Textbook costs should not exceed $150 per academic quarter. Upper division courses carry a higher tuition rate than lower division courses.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the Bachelor of Applied Science in Advanced Manufacturing and Design program, students will be able to:

Apply knowledge, techniques, skills and modern tools of mathematics, science, engineering, and technology to solve broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
Design systems, components, or processes meeting specified needs for broadly-defined engineering problems appropriate to the discipline.
Apply written, oral, and graphical communication in broadly-defined technical and non-technical environments; and an ability to identify and use appropriate technical literature.
Conduct standard tests, measurements, and experiments and to analyze and interpret the results to improve processes.
Function effectively as a member as well as a leader on technical teams.

Program Admissions

Applied Bachelor degrees at Skagit Valley College are selective admission programs with a separate admissions process for these degrees. Prospective students must register for and attend a program information session to receive application materials. Information on the application and admissions process is available at www,skagit.edu/basamd.

Specialized Program Information

SVC bachelor degrees follow a cohort model and students may only begin the program fall quarter. The cohort model helps participants to form a community which promotes teamwork, academic success, and personal and career development.

The Advanced Manufacturing and Design program is structured to provide participants with a balance between in-person and asynchronous online courses. Participants attend in-person labs one day each week and complete additional coursework online, allowing attendees to balance their academic goals with other commitments.

Prerequisites: Entry requirements reflect the preparation needed for upper division courses in the Advanced Manufacturing and Design field.

For the Bachelor of Applied Science in Advanced Manufacturing and Design program, applicants must have done the following:

Attended a program briefing. This is the only way a prospective participant can receive an application.
Earned an associates degree in manufacturing, a technical trade, engineering technology, or a closely related field or have earned 90+ credits of accredited college-level coursework in a STEM focus area by the Fall quarter of program entry with a cumulative GPA of 2.50.
- Applicants may apply for provisional admission if they anticipate meeting the degree or credit requirement before the program start.
Completed 5 credits in English Composition and an additional 5 credits in Communication Skills
This requirement is commonly satisfied with ENGL 101 - English Composition I and CMST 210 - Interpersonal Communication, both with a C grade or higher
Alternatively, the Communication Skills requirement could also be satisfied with an additional English composition course or designated writing course or another course in basic speaking skills (such as CMST 220 ).
- Applicants may apply for provisional admission if they anticipate completing these courses before the program start.

Advisor Check-ins

These checkpoints provide the framework for Skagit Valley College Advising Policy and Procedures for selective entry Bachelor degrees:

Prior to Application: The College will provide information designed to assist students in identifying educational goals and options, as well as critical resources for supporting students in achieving their goals.
BAS Application: Students are required to attend a program briefing session before applying for admission to the program.
BAS Enrollment: Once accepted into the program, BAS faculty and staff will guide students with registration. The application process is available at skagit.edu/basamd-apply.

Faculty and Advisor:

Dr. Timothy Ewing

Department Chair and Faculty

Timothy.Ewing@skagit.edu