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As Metro Orlando cultivates its reputation as a high tech hub,
the employee base continues to grow with educated, technically
trained workers. Collaboration between private industry and
educational institutions has led to the development of valuable
training programs and internships that further strengthen the
employee pool available to advanced manufacturing businesses. The
University of Central Florida’s College of Engineering and Science
(CECS) offers superior programs in areas related to advanced
manufacturing, such as computer engineering, computer science and
electrical engineering.
Approximately 80 percent of CECS students gain job-related
experience before graduating, and more than 75 percent of graduates
remain in Florida five years or more after completing their
education. On average, CECS annually graduates nearly 1,000
engineers and computer scientists with a significant percentage
taking jobs in the state.
The region’s community colleges also add to the quality of the
workforce. Notably, Valencia Community College maintains an
associate of science degree program with an emphasis on
micro-electronic manufacturing. This program is designed to produce
highly-skilled technicians capable of assisting in the design,
production, operation and servicing of electronic and
microelectronic systems and equipment.
Students in the Electronics Engineering Technology program at
Seminole State College of Florida apply electrical and electronic
theory and related knowledge to design, build, test, assemble,
install, repair and modify developmental, experimental, or
production electrical equipment in a variety of industries.
Additionally, local high schools offer magnet programs with
emphasis on microelectronics, as well as other disciplines related
to advanced manufacturing. With job shadowing and internship
opportunities, these programs provide young students with early
exposure to careers in this dynamic field.
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