i PELLISSIPPI STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE 2021 Governor’s Investment in Vocational Education (GIVE 2.0) Advanced Manufacturing College to Career Collaborative (AMC 3 ) Lead Entity and Fiscal Agent: Pellissippi State Community College IN PARTNERSHIP WITH: 1. Knoxville Chamber 2. Knox County Schools 3. Employer Partners: DeRoyal Industries; Kelvion, Keurig Green Mountain; Project Director: Teri Brahams, Executive Director of Economic and Workforce Development Pellissippi State Community College 10915 Hardin Valley Rd., Knoxville, TN 37932 (865) 694-6476 [email protected]Funding Requested: $786,284.00 _________________________________ _________________________________ President of Higher Education Institution Project Director (Lead Entity) (Fiscal Agent) DocuSign Envelope ID: 2636B0D9-B648-49A8-A0FC-52AFCE9F48DF
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PELLISSIPPI STATE COMMUNITY COLLEGE
2021 Governor’s Investment in Vocational Education (GIVE 2.0) Advanced Manufacturing College to Career Collaborative (AMC3)
Lead Entity and Fiscal Agent: Pellissippi State Community College
IN PARTNERSHIP WITH:
1. Knoxville Chamber2. Knox County Schools
3. Employer Partners: DeRoyal Industries; Kelvion, Keurig Green Mountain;Project Director: Teri Brahams, Executive Director of Economic and Workforce Development
Pellissippi State Community College 10915 Hardin Valley Rd., Knoxville, TN 37932
Table of Contents Alignment with Tennessee’s Drive to 55 Goals ...................................................................................... 1
Localized Data Demonstrating the Need for Action ............................................................................... 1
Clear Linkages Between Grant Activities and Local Needs ................................................................... 4
Section 2. Program Plan ............................................................................................................................. 5
Detailed Project Timeline and Overview ................................................................................................. 5
Clear Alignment of Workforce Data and Drive to 55 Goals .................................................................. 7
Measurable Objectives for Each Phase of Project .................................................................................. 8
Recruitment of Underrepresented Student Groups ................................................................................ 9
Project Governance and Accountability Plan ......................................................................................... 9
Structure of Work-Based Learning Program ....................................................................................... 10
Role of Proposed Equipment Request ................................................................................................... 12
Section 3. Strength of Partnership........................................................................................................... 13
Roles and Capabilities of Mandatory Partners ..................................................................................... 13
Memorandums of Understanding (MOU) ............................................................................................. 13
Profile, Knox County. 2 Complete Tennessee, Room to Grow: Regional Perspectives on Higher Education Improvement, Complete Tennessee,
Nashville, TN, 2017.
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maintenance-repair related occupations that have an expected demand of more than 5,300
workers over the next five years. See Appendix A--letter from the Knoxville Chamber detailing
their additional analysis of some of Knox County’s labor market trends.
For several years, changes in the region’s landscape of jobs, skills needed, and training
have required innovation and proactive collaboration between educational systems and business
and industry. The Blount County Careers Collaborative (BC3) is an example of the collaboration
needed to collectively set goals for growth and upskilling of the advanced manufacturing (AM)
workforce. Through BC3’s work, the need for expansion of similar programming and services
into Knox County has been identified as important to meeting the region’s AM workforce needs.
Both anecdotal and published local data, combined with the documented regional and
state data, underscore the goals of the AMC3 initiative. The state’s Academic Supply and
Occupational Demand Annual Report for 2021 includes production workers as #13 of the top 25
occupations in the state by projected growth and machinery maintenance workers as #3 in East
Tennessee.3 The LEAP 2020 In-Demand Occupations Report includes advanced manufacturing-
production occupations and engineering-related occupations as two of the six priority occupation
groups in high demand across the state of Tennessee; twelve specific production occupations are
in high demand in the East Tennessee region, including: electromechanical assemblers;
miscellaneous assemblers and fabricators; CNC tool operators; and production worker helpers.4
A Jobs4TN Area Profile report includes occupations within the advanced manufacturing sector
3 TN Department of Labor & Workforce Development, THEC, TSAC, Academic Supply and Occupational Demand in Tennessee
Report, 2021. https://www.tn.gov/thec/research/supply-and-demand.html 4 TN Department of Economic & Community Development, Center for Economic Research in Tennessee (CERT), LEAP 2020:
in its top 100 occupations with the highest annual openings between 2018-2028, including two
occupational categories in the top 25—team assemblers and maintenance/repair workers.5
Table 1 – Jobs4TN Top 25 Occupational Categories Rank Programs of
Study
Occupation Annual
Openings
10 Manufacturing Team Assemblers 1,175
20 Manufacturing Maintenance and Repair Workers 675
TOTALS 1,850
In line with state and regional data, the AMC3 employer partners anticipate consistent
growth and the need to fill openings in a variety of AM-related positions over the next several
years. Table 2 depicts the projected annual openings across East TN for some of the highest
demand AM-related positions and provides a snapshot of anticipated AM-related openings
specific to AMC3 industry partners. Pellissippi State’s Engineering Technology AAS degree
programs (electrical engineering, electromechanical, and mechanical concentrations) prepare
students to enter these positions and build an educational foundation to pursue 4-year programs
for further career advancement. Starting salaries for all targeted positions are between $35,236-
$56,889 annually,6 above the living wage for a single adult in East TN - $26,9987.
Table 2 – AMC3 Employer Partner and East TN Region Advanced Manufacturing Career Cluster
Openings and Projected Growth 2022-20268
Jobs Annual Median
Salary
Estimated Annual
Openings
AMC3 Partners
Estimated Annual
Openings
East TN
CNC/Manual Machinist $45,531-$48,580 40 135
Production Technician, Machine Operator
Maintenance Technician
Production Supervisor
Welders, Cutters, Solderers, and Brazers
$35,236-$36,681
$35,236-$43,984
$45,960-$56,899
$37,817-$45,531
35
10
5
10
1,505
110
330
145
Industrial Mechanic
Process and Industrial Mold Technician
$45,760-$54,080
$45,760-$54,080
N/A
10
270
115
Totals 110 2,610
5 Jobs4TN, https://www.jobs4tn.gov/vosnet/Default.aspx?enc=vLa15KtdCzQQMP6jrcRdIQ, Area Profile for East Tennessee,
Occupations by Projected Growth Table, Top 100 6 Tennessee School Boards Association District Data Dashboard, LWDA4 and LWDA3 Workforce Regions, Manufacturing
Career Cluster, https://tsbadatadashboard.com 7 MIT Living Wage Calculator, https://livingwage.mit.edu/metros/28940 8 AMC3 Industry Partner MOUs and discussions (MOUs included as Appendix B), Jobs4TN In Demand Occupations to 2026 ,
and Tennessee’s School Board Association District Dashboard, Knox County School District, Advanced Manufacturing Career
project director, with management assistance from the project’s work-based learning director and
career navigator. The AMC3 core team13, under Pellissippi State’s leadership, will serve as a
steering committee, providing project guidance, oversight, direction, and coordination. The core
team will address each strategy and will determine meeting frequency that allows them to direct
and facilitate each strategy’s discreet activities. The core team will meet bi-monthly during the
first six months of the project to ensure completion of the project’s planning/development
objectives. Meetings of the core team will continue quarterly. The WBL director and project
director will facilitate decision-making around the parameters/criteria and budget information
included in the AMC3 proposal; the core team will share implementation responsibility for the
project’s activities, and the team’s leadership will monitor and report on progress towards
meeting objectives. Pellissippi State’s director of grant development will monitor
programmatic/fiscal compliance of the project, working closely with the project director, VPs,
deans, and grant accountant.
Structure of Work-Based Learning Program: The AMC3 team will implement a WBL
system in Knox County that broadens student access to WBL opportunities, deepens learning
experiences, and provides a proactive approach to bridging the gaps between high school,
postsecondary education, and high-demand careers. The team will utilize the state’s WBL
Framework and WBL Toolbox resources to expand the successful BC3 WBL programming into
Knox County. The AMC3 WBL continuum will begin in 6th-8th grades and continue through
postsecondary enrollment and completion. WBL opportunities will include sequenced and
structured career awareness, career exploration, career preparation, and career training
13 Members of the AMC3 Core Team: Pellissippi State Community College – Teri Brahams, Margaret Ann Jeffries, WBL
Director, Jon Gilbert, Career Navigator, Joy McCamey; Knox County Schools-Keith Wilson, Chris Tucker; Knox County
Chamber of Commerce-Amy Nolan; and employer partner representatives from Kelvion, Keurig Green Mountain, and DeRoyal.
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experiences that guide and prepare participants for next steps. Elements of program development
are outlined in the table below:
AMC3 WBL Program Development
Coordination of services among endorsed teachers, counselors, the high school WBL coordinators, and the
project’s WBL director
Partnerships with postsecondary institutions and job training programs to facilitate successful transitions beyond
high school
Adequate staffing of the work-based learning coordination function
A school schedule that enables quality work-based learning and supervision
Communication materials to inform employers, students, and parents of opportunities
Technology infrastructure to support placements, orientations, and actual WBL experiences
Tools, processes and documentation for quality control and compliance with legal requirements
Community-based advisors (employer and other partners) involved in program and with experience planning and
generating opportunities for students
Strong capstone and other work-based learning experiences, including internships, apprenticeships, job
shadowing, OJT, and externships for instructors – MOU commitments from AMC3 employer partners to provide
plant tours, field experiences, job shadowing, instructor externships, and internships/apprenticeships (all partners)
A culture that values and supports WBL across the curriculum for all students
Regionally-aligned pathways with community-shared expectations for WBL experiences and learning outcomes
Evaluative measures that facilitate continuous program improvement
Employer collaboration is a key component for the AMC3 WBL program. Collaboration
will include bringing the AMC3 core team and other business and industry partners together on a
regular basis over the first six months to discuss the WBL needs of employers and how to best
address those needs and successfully prepare students for WBL experiences. The AMC3 career
awareness, exploration, and preparation activities that are planned include employer partners’
commitments (see MOUs) for involvement in workplace tours and field trips, informational
interviews, career mentoring, job shadowing, summer enrichment camps, and externships for
instructors. At the high school level, Certified Production Technician (4 modules) will be offered
that will provide a direct pathway into industry apprenticeships and/or postsecondary training in
manufacturing-related programs at Pellissippi State. For partners who have not previously
offered internships or apprenticeships, the plan is to secure their involvement in early career
awareness and exploration activities at the 6th-8th grade level during the first year of the project,
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while planning for commitments of hosting groups of 3-10 summer and/or other interns in
capstone experiences. Some funding is requested to offset the cost to employers of hosting
students in capstone WBL experiences. All WBL experiences developed through the AMC3
initiative will be: developmentally appropriate; include an orientation for all parties; identify
learning objectives; explore multiple aspects of an industry; develop workplace readiness
competencies; assess student performance; link to the student’s next step; be documented and
recorded; and comply with state and federal labor laws. The AMC3 WBL director will be
responsible for coordinating the development and implementation of the WBL Program,
monitoring the program’s progress, and conducting program evaluation.
Role of Proposed Equipment Request:
Addresses local labor market employment and training needs: The equipment included
in the AMC3 budget is directly tied to employment and training needs as expressed by the AMC3
employer partners. Employer partners and other industry representatives have shared concern
over skills gaps in hands-on mechanical and electrical training specific to an advanced
manufacturing environment. Description of Equipment: Therefore, the AMC3 project budget
includes funding to purchase equipment/supplies to enhance Certified Production Technician
(CPT) and related training: measurement tools learning systems; portable electric relay learning
systems; portable AC/DC electrical learning systems; and laptop workstations and headphones.
Educational Value: These systems provide the capacity to conduct individual and team-based
hands-on projects and will expand accessibility to training and prepare students to earn stackable
micro-credentials for individual modules leading to full MSCC CPT 4.0 certification.
Completion of this certification will facilitate participation in internships and other WBL
experiences, and lead to better employment prospects.
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Section 3. Strength of Partnership
Roles and Capabilities of Mandatory Partners: Pellissippi State, the Knoxville
Chamber, Knox County Schools, and the AMC3 employer partners are committed to working
together to identify and address regional workforce needs and skills gaps. The AMC3 initiative
brings new focus to expanding advanced manufacturing career pathways in Knox County
through increased career exploration and awareness activities coupled with skills-based
preparation and training. Each AMC3 partner is committed to the goals outlined in this proposal
and will be actively involved in strategy planning, implementation, evaluation, and sustainability
planning. Specific project roles, assigned tasks, and related personnel and capabilities of each
partner are included as Appendix E and within the signed MOUs included as Appendix B.
Memorandums of Understanding (MOU): MOUs have been executed that establish the
agreements and commitments of the AMC3 partners; each partner’s respective benefits, roles,
and responsibilities are included. See Appendix B for all partner MOUs.
Section 4. Budget
Clear Alignment Between Funding Request and Grant Activities and Explanation of
Anticipated Indirect Costs: All budget requests are closely aligned with the needs and activities
outlined in the project narrative. See Appendix F for complete budget request details, budget
justification narrative, and an explanation of anticipated indirect costs.
Section 5. Sustainability
Plan for Sustaining the Program Beyond the 30-month Funding Period: The AMC3
initiative expands into Knox County services and activities designed to prepare students for
postsecondary education and entry into the Advanced Manufacturing workforce. The project
will achieve its goals through the addition of essential human resources, equipment/supplies,
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and programming. The total post-grant costs to maintain the positions, equipment, supplies,
and other programming is estimated at approximately $350,000 annually. Pellissippi State is
institutionalizing the WBL Director position in December 2022 and plans to institutionalize the
Career Navigator position by May 2024. The remaining costs to continue GIVE 2.0 activities
and services and ensure maintenance and replacement of equipment will be close to $180,000
annually. This and the ongoing costs of salary and benefits for staff are equivalent to the state
appropriations the college would receive ($6,889/FTE/year) for 50 full-time students. When
AMC3 programs and services are operational and producing anticipated results, the state
appropriations generated will provide the resources needed to continue. Specifically, when
objectives 3c (dual credit/dual enrollment) and 4a (AAS program enrollment) are realized, the
college’s AM-related courses and programs will grow in FTEs, generating approximately state
appropriations in excess of what is needed to sustain AMC3 programming beyond the 30-
month grant period. Employer partners and K-12 system partners are committed to evaluating
the effectiveness of AMC3 programming and services and determining ways to provide
supplies, transportation, tuition assistance, and student support staffing that will support
sustainability beyond grant funding. Additional sustainability funding will include new and
existing fundraising efforts of the Pellissippi State Foundation, including the Student
Opportunity Fund and other scholarship accounts established to provide assistance for
students’ tuition, fees, books, and other education and training expenses. Grants and other
funding opportunities will also be sought to fund ongoing program expansion efforts.
Plan for Maintaining Communication and Sharing Resources Among Program Partners:
Communication and sharing of resources among program partners will continue beyond the grant
period. The partners have a history of working together to identify and address local workforce
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needs and skills gaps, and they will continue to do so. Meetings of the core team will continue on
a quarterly to biannual basis, and data regarding programs and services will be shared, discussed,
and evaluated. Services will continue to evolve with the input of the core team and others. The
WBL director position will be institutionalized in December 2022 and will maintain
responsibility for convening the partner group on a regular basis and ensuring that
communication and resources continue to be shared and utilized to further the project’s intent.
Availability of Long-term Resources to House, Maintain, Repair Equipment: All
equipment maintenance, repair, and replacement are the responsibility of Pellissippi State. The
equipment will be permanently housed on a Pellissippi State campus and college staff will be
responsible for its regular maintenance and inspection schedules. Funds for equipment
maintenance, repair, and replacement will be included/sustained in operational budgets.
Commitment/Strategy to Maintain a GIVE-developed WBL Program: The college and
project partners are committed to maintaining the GIVE-developed WBL program beyond the
30-month funding period. As detailed in the sustainability plan, the WBL director position will
be institutionalized in December 2022. The WBL Director will work closely with the partner
high schools’ WBL directors, employer partners, college faculty and staff, and others to finalize
and implement the sustainability strategy and secure firm commitments for maintaining the
program that is developed through the AMC3 initiative. Structures for supporting students,
including central points of contact for supervisors and other supports, such as transportation and
scheduling will all be part of the finalized sustainability plan. The AMC3 WBL Director will be
the main point of contact and the coordinator for the program during and after the grant period.
Section 6. Economic Status Acknowledgement – N/A
Dear GIVE Grant Reviewers: The Knoxville Chamber, representing 1,900 employer investors, supports the Knox County Advanced Manufacturing College to Career Collaborative (KC-AMC3), which seeks to expand Pellissippi State Community College’s existing advanced manufacturing-focused project into Knox County with funding from the Governor’s Investment in Vocational Education Initiative. With a strong legacy of innovation, the Knoxville region requires a steady pipeline of well-trained workers to allow our local employers to expand their operations and assist in the Chamber’s efforts to recruit new companies. The Knoxville Chamber’s workforce development strategy, Workforce Redefined, discusses the importance of creating employer-informed programs within post-secondary institutions. The participation of Chamber investors DeRoyal Industries and Keurig Dr. Pepper will allow KC-AMC3 to enhance programs to better meet the long-term needs of the regional business community. According to labor market research firm JobsEQ, the production-related occupations of team assemblers, machinists, CNC tool operators, and CNC tool programmers have an expected demand of more 4,000 workers over the next five years. Additionally, the maintenance and repair-related occupations of industrial machinery mechanics, machinery maintenance workers, and mobile heavy equipment mechanics have an expected demand of nearly 1,300. As we enter the post-Covid era, we are met with a volatile workforce that transfers and exits occupations at a greater frequency and an increased reliance on industries that require advanced manufacturing skills. This, combined with the advanced age of workers in these fields, requires new workforce programs to meet this demand. A workforce with these technical skills is essential to the success of Knoxville area companies. We are confident with the collaboration of K-12 and post-secondary education providers, along with employer partnerships, that Knox County students can rise to the challenge of preparing for these in-demand jobs now and in the future. As the economic development agency for Knox County and the City of Knoxville, the Knoxville Chamber stands ready to work with our partners in providing opportunities related to career awareness, exploration, preparation, and training to ensure the trained workforce necessary to drive regional economic prosperity. Thank you for your consideration. Sincerely,
Mike Odom President/CEO
Pellissippi State GIVE 2.0 AMC3 – APPENDIX A: Knoxville Chamber Labor Market Letter
Memorandum of Understanding
Between Pellissippi State Community College and DeRoyal
Whereas, DeRoyal and Pellissippi State Community College (Pellissippi State) acknowledge the need for
and are interested in forming a long-term, regional Collaborative that will work together to identify and
address regional workforce needs and skills gaps in the Advanced Manufacturing (AM) career cluster,
and
Whereas, over the next few years, DeRoyal anticipates many Process Technician and Injection Mold
Technician position openings paying between $22-$26 per hour, and
Whereas, DeRoyal is committed to working with Pellissippi State as part of the Advanced Manufacturing
College to Career Collaborative (AMC3) to: 1) expand and develop academic programs that create
educational and career pathways that lead to industry recognized credentials, employment, and career
advancement; 2) develop and implement a collaborative, meaningful, and structured continuum of work-
based learning (WBL) experiences; 3) expand industry recognized certification preparation and
attainment; 4) contribute to the Drive to 55 initiative by aligning training and program goals with
postsecondary credentials; and 5) increase awareness of and help develop Pellissippi State’s Advanced
Manufacturing programs to better prepare graduates for employment in manufacturing positions at
DeRoyal,
Therefore, each party enters into this memorandum of understanding and agrees to the following roles and
responsibilities related to the GIVE 2.0 Advanced Manufacturing College to Career Collaborative
(AMC3):
Pellissippi State Community College agrees to collaborate in the following ways:
1. Serve as lead entity and fiscal agent for the Knox County GIVE 2.0 grant project—AMC3
2. Through funding of a director and staff to operate the program, provide leadership for the development
and implementation of the AMC3 GIVE 2.0 project including:
a. Participation in a Collaborative advisory committee to plan activities and monitor achievement of
measurable project outcomes
b. Plan and organize career exploration/awareness and Work-Based Learning experiences, including
industry field experiences, career exploration camps and externships
c. Develop and implement skills-based training opportunities
d. Assist industry partners in development of apprenticeship program and recruitment of participants
3. Provide a framework by which GIVE 2.0 AMC3 project initiatives will be evaluated and sustained
DeRoyal agrees to collaborate in the following ways:
1. Active participation in the GIVE 2.0—AMC3 Grant Collaborative. Provide representative/s to serve
on roundtable/advisory committee
2. Assist with development and implementation of AMC3 GIVE 2.0 grant career awareness and
exploration and other Work-based Learning activities through:
a. Plant tours/field experiences, as needed for up to 20 students
b. Providing guest speakers, as needed in various areas of expertise
c. Teacher externships, as needed
d. Internships: 8-10 for students at least 18 years of age
e. Assist with the development and implementation of an apprenticeship program
3. Provide resources to support education and training
4. Share student/employee data with lead entity for all GIVE 2.0 AMC3 activities to be used for project
Pellissippi State GIVE 2.0 AMC3 – APPENDIX B: Memorandums of Understanding
Memorandum of Understanding
Between Pellissippi State Community College and Kelvion, Inc.
Whereas, Kelvion, Inc. and Pellissippi State Community College (Pellissippi State) acknowledge the need
for and are interested in forming a long-term, regional Collaborative that will work together to identify
and address regional workforce needs and skills gaps in the Advanced Manufacturing (AM) career
cluster; and
Whereas, Kelvion, Inc. anticipates hiring for many brazer positions over the next few years; and
Whereas, Kelvion, Inc. is committed to working with Pellissippi State as part of the Advanced
Manufacturing College to Career Collaborative (AMC3) to: 1) expand and develop academic programs
that create educational and career pathways that lead to industry recognized credentials, employment, and
career advancement; 2) develop and implement a collaborative, meaningful, and structured continuum of
work-based learning (WBL) experiences; 3) expand industry recognized certification preparation and
attainment; and 4) contribute to the Drive to 55 initiative by aligning training and program goals with
postsecondary credentials; and 5) increase awareness of and help develop Pellissippi State’s Advanced
Manufacturing programs to better prepare graduates for employment in manufacturing positions at
Kelvion, Inc.;
Therefore, each party enters into this memorandum of understanding and agrees to the following roles and
responsibilities related to the GIVE 2.0 Advanced Manufacturing College to Career Collaborative
(AMC3):
Pellissippi State Community College agrees to collaborate in the following ways:
1. Serve as lead entity and fiscal agent for the Knox County GIVE 2.0—AMC3 grant project 2. Through funding of a director and staff to operate the program, provide leadership for the development
and implementation of the GIVE 2.0—AMC3 grant project including:
a. Participation in a Collaborative advisory committee to plan activities and monitor achievement of
measurable project outcomes
b. Plan and organize career exploration/awareness and Work-Based Learning experiences, including
industry field experiences, career exploration camps and externships for instructors
c. Develop and implement skills-based training opportunities
d. Assist industry partners in development of apprenticeship program and recruitment of participants
3. Provide a framework by which GIVE 2.0 AMC3 grant project initiatives will be evaluated and
sustained
Kelvion, Inc. agrees to collaborate in the following ways:
1. Active participation in the GIVE 2.0—AMC3 Grant Collaborative. Provide representative/s to serve
on roundtable/advisory committee
2. Assist with development and implementation of GIVE 2.0 AMC3 grant career awareness/exploration
and Work-based Learning activities, including:
a. Plant tours/Field Experiences: As needed up to 20 students
b. Providing guest speakers: As needed for various areas of expertise
c. Teacher Externships: As needed
d. Internships: 8-10 for students 18 years of age
e. Apprenticeship program
3. Provide resources to support education and training
4. Share student/employee data with lead entity for all GIVE 2.0 AMC3 activities to be used for project
Pellissippi State GIVE 2.0 AMC3 – APPENDIX B: Memorandums of Understanding
Memorandum of Understanding
Between Pellissippi State Community College and Keurig Green Mountain
Whereas, Keurig Green Mountain (KGM) and Pellissippi State Community College (Pellissippi State)
acknowledge the need for and are interested in forming a long-term, regional Collaborative that will work
together to identify and address regional workforce needs and skills gaps in the Advanced Manufacturing
(AM) career cluster, and
Whereas, in the next three years (2022-2024), KGM anticipates 75 Production Technician (machine operator)
openings per year, 10 Maintenance Technician (AM-electromechanical) openings per year, and 5 Production
Supervisor position openings per year, and
Whereas, KGM is committed to working with Pellissippi State as part of the Advanced Manufacturing College
to Career Collaborative (AMC3) in order to: 1) expand and develop academic programs that create
educational and career pathways that lead to industry recognized credentials, employment, and career
advancement; 2) develop and implement a collaborative, meaningful, and structured continuum of work-based
learning (WBL) experiences; 3) expand industry recognized certification preparation and attainment; and 4)
contribute to the Drive to 55 initiative by aligning training and program goals with postsecondary credentials;
and 5) increase awareness of and help develop Pellissippi State’s Advanced Manufacturing programs to better
prepare graduates for employment in manufacturing positions at KGM,
Therefore, each party enters into this memorandum of understanding and agrees to the following roles and
responsibilities related to the GIVE 2.0 Advanced Manufacturing College to Career Collaborative (AMC3):
Pellissippi State Community College agrees to collaborate in the following ways:
1. Serve as lead entity and fiscal agent for the Knox County GIVE 2.0—AMC3 grant project 2. Through funding of a director and staff to operate the program, provide leadership for the development and
implementation of the GIVE 2.0—AMC3 grant project including:
a. Participation in a Collaborative advisory committee to plan activities and monitor achievement of
measurable project outcomes
b. Plan and organize career exploration/awareness and Work-Based Learning experiences, including
industry field experiences, career exploration camps and externships
c. Develop and implement skills-based training opportunities
d. Assist industry partner in development of apprenticeship program and recruitment of participants
3. Provide a framework by which GIVE 2.0 AMC3 project initiatives will be evaluated and sustained
Keurig Green Mountain agrees to collaborate in the following ways:
1. Active participation in the GIVE 2.0—AMC3 Grant Collaborative. Provide representative/s to serve on
roundtable/advisory committee
2. Assist with development and implementation of GIVE 2.0 AMC3 grant continuum for career
awareness/exploration and work-based learning activities through:
a. Plant tours/Field Experiences: 3 per year, 20 students per tour.
b. Guest speakers: 5 Per semester
c. Teacher Externship: 1 per year
d. Internships: 5-7 per year
e. Work with Pellissippi State to develop and implement an apprenticeship program
*Note: all numbers included are estimates
3. Support and participate in Pellissippi State led skills-based training for high school students during school
breaks
4. Work with Pellissippi State in developing and offering an apprenticeship program for recent high school
graduates
5. Provide resources to support education and training
6. Share student/employee data with lead entity for all GIVE 2.0 AMC3 activities to be used for project
Whereas, the Knoxville Chamber and Pellissippi State Community College (Pellissippi State)
acknowledge the need for and are interested in continuing the work of the GIVE Career Collaboratives to
identify and address regional workforce needs and skills gaps in the Advanced Manufacturing career
cluster, and whereas, the Knoxville Chamber and Pellissippi State are interested in expanding the GIVE
Blount County Career Collaborative (BC3) work into the Knox County region; and
Whereas, the Knoxville Chamber and Pellissippi State agree to work together as part of the GIVE 2.0
Advanced Manufacturing College to Career Collaborative (AMC3) to: 1) expand and develop academic
programs that create educational and career pathways that lead to industry recognized credentials,
employment, and career advancement in the advanced manufacturing field; 2) develop and implement a
collaborative, meaningful, and structured continuum of advanced manufacturing-related work-based
learning (WBL) experiences; 3) expand advanced manufacturing-related industry recognized certification
preparation and attainment; and 4) contribute to the Drive to 55 initiative by aligning training and
program goals with postsecondary credentials;
Therefore, each party enters into this memorandum of understanding and agrees to the following roles and
responsibilities related to the GIVE 2.0 Advanced Manufacturing College to Career Collaborative (AMC3):
Pellissippi State Community College agrees to collaborate in the following ways:
1. Serve as lead entity and fiscal agent for the Knox County GIVE 2.0 grant project—AMC3
2. Through funding of staff to operate the program, provide leadership for the development
and implementation of the GIVE 2.0 AMC3 grant project including:
i. Development of a Collaborative roundtable and/or advisory committee to plan activities and
monitor achievement of measurable project outcomes
ii. Plan and organize a continuum of Work-Based Learning experiences, including industry
experiences, career exploration & awareness activities, internships/job shadowing, training and
externships for instructors
3. Provide a framework by which GIVE 2.0 AMC3 grant project initiatives will be evaluated/sustained
The Knoxville Chamber agrees to collaborate in the following ways:
1. Active participation in GIVE 2.0 AMC3. Provide representative/s to serve on roundtable/advisory committee 2. Assist with the development of the GIVE 2.0 grant Work-Based Learning continuum:
i. Facilitate contact and cooperation with business/industry representatives
ii. Assist in development of outreach materials and promotion of AM career pathways
iii. Assist in identifying mentors, guest speakers, and other resources for career awareness,
exploration, preparation, and training activities
iv. Assist in the development of projects supporting professional development and/or externships for
teachers; assist with the development of learning activities for use in education/career training
programs
3. Assist in the identification of in-demand industry-recognized certifications or credentials used for
hiring and promotion
4. Share relevant industry, labor market, and other data with lead entity