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Manufacturing

Description:

Manufacturing is one of South Dakota's largest industries. If you are interested in planning, managing, and performing the processing of materials into final products, a career in this cluster may be for you.

Pathways:

The Manufacturing career cluster has six pathways.

  • Production
  • Manufacturing Production Process Development
  • Maintenance, Installation & Repair
  • Quality Assurance
  • Logistics & Inventory Control
  • Health, Safety & Environmental Assurance

Courses:

  • Automotive mechanics
  • Cabinetmaking, electronics, welding
  • Computer applications & programming
  • Industrial technologies & manufacturing
  • Math
  • Science
  • Capstone Experience

Activities:

  • DECA
  • FFA
  • SkillsUSA
  • Math club
  • Science Club