Certification Learning Network

February 16, 2011

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Agenda1. Welcome and Introductions2. Technical Topic: Implementation of the NAM-Endorsed

Skills Certification System, Critical Components Driving Success

a) National Context and Guidanceb) State Implementation Overview - North Carolinac) Q & Ad) Tools to Support Success

3. TAA SGA – Data to Support Application4. Site Updates5. Learning Network Survey6. Webinar Schedule

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A Case Study of Implementation of the NAM- Endorsed Manufacturing Skills Certification System in North Carolina

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Critical Components Driving Success

1. Identify Regional Economic Demands (Data Validation)2. Develop Implementation Timeline3. Engage Industry Leaders4. Engage Faculty5. Audit Programs of Study6. Map Certification to Programs (adjust as needed);7. Develop Certification Partnerships8. Deploy Dream It Do It (Student Recruitment)9. Assess Faculty and Implement Professional

Development10.Develop Benchmarks11. Driving a Policy Agenda 4

Next Generation Manufacturing in the Winston-Salem Region

The Business Case forAdopting the NAM-Endorsed Skills Certification System

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Manufacturing is a major economic driver in the region

• Winston-Salem Metropolitan Statistical Area (MSA) = Forsyth, Stokes, Davie, and Yadkin counties

• 582 companies• 25,367 workers (12% of all jobs)• Average wage of $50,960 (25% higher than

workers in all other industries - $40,185)• Manufacturing jobs are good, family-wage jobs.

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Projected Top Growth Industries (2010-2015)

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Organized by highest projected growth in absolute numbers, descending.

Emerging Opportunities 2010-2015

NAICS Code Description

2010 Jobs

2015 Jobs Change % Change

3345 Electronic instrument manufacturing 784 1,098 314 40%

3363 Motor vehicle parts manufacturing 1,091 1,202 111 10%

3331 Ag., construction, and mining machinery mfg. 631 739 108 17%

3261 Plastics product manufacturing 1,380 1,487 107 8%

3399 Other miscellaneous manufacturing 301 366 65 22%

3339 Other general purpose machinery manufacturing 567 617 50 9%

3364 Aerospace product and parts manufacturing 136 183 47 35%

3312 Steel product mfg. from purchased steel 73 119 46 63%

SOC Code Description

2010 Jobs

2015 Jobs

5 year Demand

Current Hourly

Earnings

19-4021 Biological technicians 75 85 23 $16.41

17-3026 Industrial engineering technicians 170 170 23 $21.77

17-3023 Electrical and electronic engineering technicians 137 143 19 $24.39

19-4091 Environmental science and protection technicians 51 58 18 $15.25

17-3022 Civil engineering technicians 115 122 18 $19.41

19-4031 Chemical technicians 36 33 5 $16.90

17-3029 Engineering technicians, except drafters, all other 25 27 4 $22.82

Regional demand for skilled manufacturing workers in top emerging industries - Associates Degree

*The data highlight total demand for these high-skilled workers across all industries. Five year demand includes new and replacement workers.

Maximizing Flexibility

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Foundational Skills + Cross-Cutting Technical Skills(and the industry-based credentials that support them)

Electronic Instrument

Manufacturing

MotorVehicle Parts Manufacturing

Machinery Manufacturing

Plastics Product Manufacturing

Aerospace Product & PartsManufacturing

Steel ProductManufacturing

NAM Skills System Deployment

Four focus program areas:• Mechanical Engineering Technologies • Machining Technologies • Industrial System Technologies• Welding

Curriculum of all programs reviewed for alignment with industry certifications; gaps identified and filled

Alignment with Industry Requirements

• Industry Certifications Offered:– National Career Readiness Certificate (NCRC)

(Reading for Information, Applied Math, Locating Information)

– Manufacturing Skills Standards Council (MSSC) (Maintenance Awareness)

– American Welding Society (AWS)– National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS)

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ALIGNING EDUCATION, CERTIFICATION AND CAREER PATHWAYSFor the Mechanical and Engineering Fields at Forsyth Technical Community College, Winston Salem, NC

Credentialing Results

National Career Readiness Certificate• 165 Certificates issued

• 1 platinum• 37 gold• 104 silver• 23 bronze

National Institute for Metalworking Skills• 48 Certifications issued

• 24 Measurements , Materials, and Safety• 24 Job Planning, Benchwork, and Layout

American Welding Society• 12 D1.1 certifications have been issued

Manufacturing Skill Standards Council • 9 MSSC Maintenance Awareness certifications

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Future Economic Opportunity

Positioning the

Region

Forsyth Implementation and Benchmarking

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Learning Exchange:

• Costs• Structure• Advocacy• Success

State-wide Asset Map

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Manufacturing

Manufacturing Programs in North Carolina

Aerostructure Manufacturing and RepairAlternative Energy Technology: BiofuelsApplied Engineering TechnologyAutomation Engineering TechnologyBiopharmaceutical Technology Bioprocess TechnologyBiotechnology Boat Building Boat Manufacture and Service Chemical Technology Computer Technology Integration Computer-Aided Drafting TechnologyElectrical / Electronics Technology Electrical Engineering Technology Electronics Engineering TechnologyFurniture Production TechnologyGlobal Logistics Technology Industrial Engineering Technology

Industrial Management TechnologyIndustrial Systems Technology Laser and Photonics TechnologyMachining Technology Machining Technology / Tool, Die and Mold MakingManufacturing Technology Manufacturing Technology / Composites Manufacturing Technology / Integrated OperationsManufacturing Technology / PlasticsMaterials Science Technology Mechanical Engineering TechnologyMechatronics Engineering TechnologyMechanical Drafting TechnologyNanotechnologyNondestructive Examination TechnologyPulp and Paper Technology Sustainability Technologies Welding Technology

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SuperCIP

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Lead CIP College

Energy

Environmental SciencesEngineering and Applied Tech

Transportation

Building Sciences

Maximizing Economic Returns

• Talent development is a key pillar of any regional economy’s competitiveness agenda.

• Developing the high performance manufacturing workforce will help stabilize and grow manufacturing industries currently located in your region AND be “an attraction” asset for new manufacturers and job creators.

• Integration of these manufacturing credentials into your education system is an opportunity to develop the pipeline of manufacturing talent, rebuild North Carolina’s technical workforce, and attract new jobs to your region.

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Required Actions

• Policy makers and investors must call for and invest in alignment of educational and career pathways in postsecondary education.

• Education leaders must align educational pathways in degree programs of study to nationally portable, industry-recognized skill credentials, creating more “on and off ramps” in postsecondary education and producing the talent manufacturers need to succeed.

• Manufacturing employers must recruit, screen, and hire individuals who successfully achieve the credentials.

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Tools to Support Success

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Tools to Accelerate Deployment

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institute.nam.org National ToolsThe Manufacturing Institute has developed a set of National Tools to accelerate deployment of the Skills Certification System. So, whether you are an educator, manufacturer, human resources executive, workforce developer, legislator, or thought leader, there is a tool for you to start impacting your community.

Tools on the Website

TAA SGA Support Update

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Learning Network Surveyhttp://www.surveymonkey.com/s/HXHLVYP

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2011 Schedule of Webinars

Webinars will be from 12:00-1:30 p.m. Eastern TimeMarch 23 April 27 (updated)May 18 June 15July 20 August 17September 21 October 18 November 16

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