Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education at Columbia State (FAME-CS)
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Upon high school graduation, this program allows students to directly enter Columbia State’s cutting-edge program. Students will also be connected to an industry partner for an internship/apprenticeship opportunity with pay.
Students will:
- Be selected through an interview process.
- Attend two full days of classroom instruction per week, including team meetings.
- Maintain a "C" or higher in all classes to remain eligible for the FAME-CS Co-op.
- Work a minimum of three eight hour days per week with pay.
- Adhere to the guidelines established by the industry consortium partners.
- Upon completion of the requirements, students will receive an Associate of Applied Science degree in Engineering Systems Technology.
Industry partners will:
- Drive the program as a coalition.
- Interview and select students for the program.
- Provide full-time employment for students during the first summer after graduation.
- Provide part-time employment (2-3 days per week) during regular school year.
- Provide students with proper work attire that identifies them as FAME-CS students.
- Have an opportunity to hire employees with two years of on the job experience at their specific facility.