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FAQ for Certified Manufacturing Specialist
What is the Certified Manufacturing Specialist program, and why was it developed?
What subjects are covered in the curriculum?
How do I qualify for the CMS program?
What are the costs involved?
How do I get additional information?
What is the Certified Manufacturing Specialist program, and why was it developed?
Technology is changing whether through new plant locations, expansion or relocations; there is an increased demand for quality, skilled workers in our community. DeKalb Technical College is prepared to meet this need through the Certified Manufacturing Specialist program which was designed by industry professionals. The Certified Manufacturing Specialist, CMS, certificate program was developed by the Georgia Department of Technical and Adult Education in 1996 to help provide Georgia's manufacturing industry with a skilled workforce. The skills learned in this training will help employees to have a uniform, systematic approach to manufacturing skills, organization principles, business principles, workplace success skills, computers and automation principles, quality and productivity which will result in companies having a skilled workforce that will positively impact the bottom line.
Upon successful completion of the CMS program, graduates receive a Technical Certificate of Credit plus 15 credit hours of manufacturing training that can be transferred to any of the technical colleges throughout the state and applied toward an undergraduate diploma or degree. Associates of applied technologies degrees transfer to bachelors programs at partnering colleges and universities. The certificate is awarded to those participants with an 80% passing grade. Completion of this program prepares individuals for a career in which manufacturing is a vital operation.
What subjects are covered in the curriculum?
AMF 152 Manufacturing Organizational Principles
Introduces the learners to the manufacturing industry by providing them with an overview of the functional and structural composition of organizations. Topics include supply and demand, product flow, types of manufacturing process, structure of manufacturing organizations, manufacturing business principles, employee impact on the bottom line, and workplace ethics.
Credit Hours - 2
AMF 154 Manufacturing Workplace Skills
This course provides the personal and interpersonal effectiveness skills required to succeed in the manufacturing environment. Topics include listening, communication, team skills, personal wellness, managing change, and creating a positive image.
Credit Hours - 2
AMF 156 Manufacturing Production Requirements
This course provides learners with the knowledge and skills associated with quality and productivity in the manufacturing environment.
Credit Hours - 2
AMF 158 Automated Manufacturing Skills
This course provides learners with an introduction into computerized process control and the operational requirements associated with automated machines in the manufacturing environment.
Credit Hours - 3
AMF 160 Representative Manufacturing Skills
This course provides learners with an introduction to representative manufacturing skills and associated safety requirements. Topics include plant safety, materials movement equipment, and precision measurements for manufacturing and blueprint reading.
Credit Hours - 6
How do I qualify for the CMS program?
To be eligible for the program, applicants must meet all admissions requirements for DeKalb Technical College.
Admission Requirements
- Minimum Age - 16 years.
- Submit an official high school transcript or GED.
- Complete an application for admission with a $15.00 application non-refundable fee. Check or money orders only made payable to DeKalb Technical College.
- Complete an application for HOPE Grant
- Take the COMPASS placement/admissions exam.
What are the costs involved?
The CMS program is eligible for HOPE grant monies. The grant will pay your tuition, fees, and up to $100 for textbooks each quarter. The HOPE grant does not cover the non-refundable $15.00 application fee, and this application fee must be paid before taking the ASSET placement exam. To qualify for HOPE grant eligibility you must be a legal resident of Georgia for a full year, must never have been convicted of a felony, and not currently be in default on a previous student loan or owe an overpayment on any student grant.
| Fee | Amount |
| Tuition (in-state) |
$45.00 per
credit hour |
| Accident Insurance Fee |
$4.00 |
Admissions Application Fee
(non-refundable) |
$15.00 |
| Activity Fee |
$16.00 |
| Registration Fee |
$42.00 |
| Instructional & Technology Support Fee |
$35.00 |
| Books are required and sold on the first night of class. Only checks or money orders made payable to DeKalb Technical College will be accepted. |
$20.00 per course
(Total: $100) |
How do I get additional information?
For additional questions not covered here, please contact the appropriate departments listed below:
Service Industry Academy
DeKalb Technical College
1085 Montreal Rd.
Clarkston, GA 30021
404/297-9522 (Ext. 2510)
Kathy Fowler, Director, Business & Community Services
DeKalb Technical College
Office of Student Services
16200 Alcovy-Jersey Road
Covington, GA 30014
770/786-9522 (Ext. 3102)
April Halliday, Student Services Specialist
DeKalb Technical College
495 North Indian Creek Dr.
Clarkston, GA 30021
Office of Financial Aid
John Gottardy, Director of Financial Aid
(Extension 1110)
Office of Student Services
Lisa Peters, Admissions Specialist
(Ext. 1155)
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