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Advanced Manufacturing and Design

Where Innovation meets Production

Frequently Asked Questions

Are there any Math requirements?
There are no math requirments for entry into the program. A quantitative/symbolyic reasoning course will be completed in year three.
Program Entry Requirements
  • The SVC BASAMD program has a streamlined set of program entry requirements.
  • Attended a program briefing session.
  • By the time of program entry, hold either an associate degree in manufacturing, engineering technology, a technical trade, or a closely related field with a cumulative GPA of 2.50 or 90+ credits of college-level coursework in a STEM-related program.
  • Passed ENGL& 101 and CMST& 210 or their equivalent with a minimum grade of a “C”.*

*You do not have to complete all entry requirements to apply to the program but you must complete them before you will be able to register for the first quarter of the program.

If you need support in completing program entry requirements, please contact [email protected] or [email protected].

Is this an accredited program?
Yes, this program has been approved by the Northwest Commission on Colleges and Universities, the accrediting body for the colleges and universities in Washington.
Who is teaching in the program?
Faculty in the program come from a range of disciplines and backgrounds. All are experts in their fields and represent both full time faculty or professionals with considerable workplace experience.
What can I do with this degree?
Advanced Manufacturing and Design, BAS

  • Graduates of the Advanced Manufacturing and Design 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.

 

Will this degree prepare me for a Master's program?
This accredited Bachelor’s degree prepares students to pursue graduate programs in a variety of fields, including MBA programs.
When will classes meet?
Hybrid with Tuesday in person meetings:

  • Year 3 Afternoon (1 pm – 4 pm)
  • Year 4 Morning and Afternoon (9:30 am – 12:30 pm and 1 pm – 4 pm)
What is the tuition cost?
Upper-division classes carry higher tuition rates than associate degree courses.
What does "Applied" mean?
This Bachelor of Applied Science program focuses on real-world applications, not just theory-based learning. You will be able to apply the concepts and tools to your current work, and the curriculum will ensure you have practice integrating your learning into real-world relevant business and management scenarios.
What is a Bachelor of Applied Science degree?

A Bachelor of Applied Science is a degree granted by the community and technical colleges in Washington that enables those with non-transfer professional-technical degrees or certificates to obtain a bachelor’s qualification. They build on the education and training from two-year technical associate degrees with two years of upper-level course work.

For more information on Applied Science degrees in Washington State, visit Washington State Board for Community and Technical Colleges.

Learn more about the program and the application process