• Funded by U.S. Department of Labor TAACCCT (Trade Adjustment Assistance Community College and Career Training) • $15.9 million total award $6.5 million to MWCC • Over $1.7 million in training equipment $400K to MWCC • Grant period October 1, 2013September 30, 2017 • More than 1,700 TAAeligible workers, veterans, and other individuals to be served The AMMQC, a consortium of four leading community colleges across the U.S., will transform educational delivery methods and accelerate credential attainment in manufacturing. This initiative will enhance regional economic development by providing employers with workers that have the proven training, skills, and knowledge for a sector that is integral to dynamic regional growth. PARTNERS • Mt. Wachusett Community College, Massachusetts (Lead Institution) • Bossier Parish Community College, Louisiana • North Central State College, Ohio • Southwest Tennessee Community College, Tennessee The consortium aims to transform educational delivery • Stackability, Transferability, and Articulation speed time to completion • Shorten time to degree, provide quicker entry to employment through credit for prior learning and online classes • Articulate noncredit trainings with forcredit associate’s and bachelor’s degrees to create avenues for advancement • AMMQC relies upon partnerships with local employers to drive curriculum development Training/Education Programs to be created through grant funding • Entrylevel Industrial Readiness Training • Manufacturing Career Preparation Program • Developing New Certificates and Degrees including: Quality and Control (MWCC) Electrical Mechatronics (NCSC) Industrial Mechatronics (STCC) Process Control Mechatronics (BPCC) National Consortium Manager: Regional Manager: Kathleen M. Kirby, Ph.D. Julie Crowley P: (978) 6309552 P: (978) 6309548 [email protected] [email protected] INNOVATIVE — TRANSFERABLE — STACKABLE INDUSTRY DRIVEN