Advanced Manufacturing

Lead the future of manufacturing with innovation

The BPS concentration in Advanced Manufacturing aims to provide an innovative, application-based and industry-relevant curriculum. In this online degree program at the College of Charleston, learn to use machines, robots and computers to help make products quicker and more accurate.

The coursework in this concentration offers:

Fundamental computer programming and engineering project design skills specifically suited for manufacturing settings.
Innovative concepts and application-based experience in robotics, artificial intelligence, machine learning and augmented/virtual reality tools—tailored for use in the manufacturing sector.
Working knowledge of supply chain and logistics, and managing projects, risk and quality.

This program is also available as a certificate.

Concentration Overview

A concentration in advanced manufacturing can provide students with specialized skills crucial for success in today's high-tech industries, fostering innovation and opening doors to exciting career opportunities.

Where can Advanced Manufacturing take me?

A Bachelor of Professional Studies degree with a concentration in advanced manufacturing will strengthen your skills in engineering, supply chain and project management. The strategies you learn in the BPS core classes and in the concentration classes will help you enter into a new field or advance your career.
A degree in advanced manufacturing equips students with the expertise to shape the future of manufacturing. This comprehensive education prepares individuals to drive innovation and efficiency, propelling the manufacturing industry into the next era of advancement.
Career Opportunities
A professional studies degree with a concentration in advanced manufacturing can open doors in a variety of industries, including:
- Aerospace
- Automotive
- Construction
- Electronics
- Pharmaceutical
- Steel production
- Technology
Positions in advanced manufacturing that typically require a four-year degree include:
- Research technician
- R&D engineer
- Process & product design engineer
- Product development specialist
- Manufacturing engineer
- Distribution engineer
Required Coursework
First, in order to declare this program of study, you must have completed an associate’s degree or be at least 21 years of age and have completed a series of prerequisite courses. Most students come to this program with some college credit; however, if you are interested in this program and do not have college credit or have not completed the pre-requisite courses, please speak with an advisor to discuss your options.
In addition to prerequisite coursework, the B.P.S. program requires that students complete a core curriculum of 20-22 hours.
Then, each student is required to complete the concentration composed of 18 credit hours of required coursework and 12 credit hours of electives.
The courses in the advanced manufacturing concentration include:
- MATH 111 Pre-Calculus or MATH 116 Business Calculus or MATH 120
- CSCI 218/L Engineering Programming or CSCI 220/L Computer Programming I
- ENGR 110 Engineering Graphics
- PMGT 301 Introduction to Project Management
- PMGT 341 Managing Project Quality
- SCIM 233 Purchasing & Supply Chain Management
Finally, students will need to complete 12 additional credit hours (4 courses). There are 19 elective courses that students can choose from.
View the Academic Catalog: Professional Studies, Advanced Manufacturing Concentration