Wood Product Manufacturing Associate Degree
Hands-on Career
The Associate Degree program in Wood Product Manufacturing is meticulously crafted to furnish students with a thorough grounding in the principles and methodologies of woodworking and manufacturing. By seamlessly integrating theoretical insights with hands-on practice, learners will cultivate the requisite expertise to thrive in diverse capacities within the wood manufacturing sector. Leveraging state-of-the-art equipment available at Pitt State, housed within our cutting-edge labs, students gain invaluable experiential learning opportunities. Our faculty, boasting extensive industry experience, serve as guides and mentors, ensuring students receive top-notch instruction and preparation for real-world challenges. All this takes place within an enriching college atmosphere, fostering collaboration, innovation, and a passion for excellence.
Comprehensive Curriculum
With a total of 60 credit hours, the Associate of Applied Science Degree with a Major in Wood Product Manufacturing provides a comprehensive education:
- Foundational and advanced woodworking techniques tailored for furniture manufacturing, store fixture, and architectural woodworking industries.
- Hands-on experience with state-of-the-art equipment, including CNC machining and automated assembly systems.
- Understanding of wood species properties and sustainable material selection.
- Principles of furniture design, construction, and interpretation of blueprints.
- Techniques for architectural woodworking, including millwork and molding.
- Emphasis on quality control measures and assurance processes.
- Internship or capstone project opportunities to apply learning in real-world settings.
Wood Product Manufacturing Careers
Graduates with an Associate Degree in Wood Product Manufacturing are prepared for a variety of entry-level positions in the woodworking industry, including:
- Woodworker/Craftsperson
- Furniture Maker
- Cabinetmaker
- Millwork Specialist
- Production Technician
- CNC Operator
- Quality Assurance Inspector
Whether you aspire to work for a custom furniture company, join a manufacturing facility, or start your own woodworking business, the skills and knowledge gained from this program will set you on the path to success in the dynamic and rewarding field of wood product manufacturing.
Additional information
Wood Product Manufacturing - AAS Degree Map download
Catalog – see catalog for the School of Technology and Workforce Learning