Manufacturing Processing & Technology Undergraduate Certificate
This program prepares individuals to apply basic manufacturing processing and technology skills in support of industrial operations. The coursework focuses on the requirements and selection criteria for the integration of technology into simple and complex industrial activities.
Current WKU Students
- Download this program form and submit to advisor
New Students
Minimum requirements for acceptance into an undergraduate certificate program are:
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Application and Fee: Students seeking a certificate program must submit an online application with Undergraduate Admissions. The completed form must be submitted along with a one-time application fee of $50.00 (effective summer 2022 term and non-refundable).
- Transcript Record: Graduates/Transfers of accredited institutions other than WKU must submit an official transcript from that institution.
Admission Process for New Students
Starting your certificate program can be completed by following the steps below. Please note: These steps should be completed ONLY by those who wish to earn the certificate as a stand-alone credential. If you plan to earn an associate degree or bachelor's, please follow the application process for that degree and submit the certificate program form to your advisor.
- Apply for admission
- Submit Required Materials:
- Beginning Freshmen: An official high school transcript (no faxed transcripts accepted) and ACT or SAT scores. Students over the age of 21 may substitute the ACCUPLACER for ACT/SAT.
- Transfer Students: Send your official transcripts from each college attended to Undergraduate Admissions. You may request electronic transcripts through the National Student Clearinghouse. This speeds up the admissions process considerably. If your school is not listed with the Clearinghouse, please contact them directly to see if they have another process in place for electronic submissions or request that an official copy be sent by mail. Transfer students with fewer than 24 semester hours of college credit earned, must also submit high school transcript and ACT or SAT scores.
To apply to WKU and earn this certificate:
Complete the WKU Domestic and International Undergraduate Application
Under Planned Course of Study Section, if you are not enrolling in any other program, choose:
- Category of Study >>> Certificate
- Planned Course of Study >>> Manufacturing Processing & Technology
- Primary Location >>> Web (online)
Admission Application Deadlines
Kentucky and Out-of-State Residents
- Fall Semester: August 1
- Spring Semester: January 1
- Summer Term: May 1
International Students
- Fall Semester: April 1
- Spring Semester: September 1
- Summer Term: March 1
This program requires 9 hours from the required courses and a 3 hour elective:
Required Courses
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AMS 342 | Manufacturing Operations | 3 |
| AMS 371 | Quality Assurance | 3 |
| AMS 396 | Intro to Supply Chain Management | 3 |
List of Electives
| Course Number | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| AMS 271 | Industrial Statistics | 3 |
| AMS 301 | Intro to Food Science & Technology | 3 |
| AMS 352 | Food Processing: Unit Operations | 3 |
| AMS 356 | Systems Design and Operations | 3 |
Department Contact
Department of Architectural & Manufacturing Sciences
Email: ams@wku.edu
Phone: (270) 745-3521
WKU Online
Phone: (270) 745-5173
Email: learn.online@wku.edu
Toll-Free: 888-4WKUWEB / 888-495-8932
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