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Discover how nextgen manufacturing is revolutionizing education and workforce development with industry-leading initiatives. The National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing National Science Foundation Funding Our National Science Foundation Advanced Technological Education (NSF ATE) funding began in 2004 with a grant to create the Regional Center for Next Generation Manufacturing (RCNGM) in Connecticut through the Connecticut College of Technology . Two additional rounds of funding were awarded to expand the RCNGM in New England. In 2019, a final round of funding was awarded to transition the RCNGM into the Resource Center for Next Generation Manufacturing. In 2021, funding was awarded to the National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing (NCNGM). The NCNGM builds on the proven strategies, resources, and accomplishments of the RCNGM as well as those of the national partners that are a part of the Center. National Science Foundation Advanced Technological Education Program For over 30 years the National Science Foundation Advanced Technological Education Program (NSF ATE) has supported partnerships between two-year institutions of higher education, other academic institutions, industry and other entities to improve the education of technicians in science and engineering. Focused on technician education with leadership from community college faculty, the NSF ATE program funds projects that include curriculum development; professional development of college faculty and secondary school teachers; career pathway development for both students and incumbent workers; and other activities, including applied research projects that advance the knowledge base related to technician education. You can learn more about the NSF ATE program through ATE Central , the ATE Impacts Book , and the annual Evalu-ATE Survey of ATE projects and centers . The National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing leadership partners represent these institutions and technical teams: Mechatronics, Welding, Supply Chain Management, Advanced Manufacturing: Various, and AI Professional development for primary, secondary, and post-secondary education. From Regional to National Central Community College, Nebraska College of the Canyons, California Columbus State Community College, Ohio Connecticut State Community College, Connecticut EdAdvance, Connecticut Miami Dade College, Florida MISSION To cultivate and nurture relationships among new partners in collaboration with high school, community college, and university educators, industry, government agencies, ATE Centers, next generation manufacturing projects, and other stakeholders interested in further development to create a diverse technical workforce and a larger pool for National Science Foundation projects and programs. GOAL ONE Enhance and solidify relationships and communication among educators, businesses, industry, government, military, trade associations, and economic development agencies to broaden and strengthen efforts to prepare qualified technicians for the various NGM careers. GOAL TWO Coordinate, create, and support the implementation of a Next Generation Manufacturing education repository for educators, industry, and the workforce education system that integrates industry-driven competencies needed to support Industry 4.0 and emerging technologies, including using Open Educational Resources (OER) and online methodologies. GOAL THREE Coordinate, create, and support the implementation of professional development opportunities for educators using promising practices gleaned from ATE projects, centers, and national stakeholders to address current and future NGM technology competencies. GOAL FOUR Coordinate and promote careers in Next Generation Manufacturing through a national network that includes community colleges, ATE Centers and projects, and national organizations to support a diverse technician workforce through regional outreach, recruitment, mentoring, and dissemination initiatives across NGM technician education programs. National Science Foundation funded National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing Lets Work Together First Name Last Name Email Message Thanks for submitting! Send

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Explore the National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing Summit 2025 Gallery. Access presentations from Day 1, Day 2, and Day 3 now! National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing Summit 2025 Hosted by FANUC America Corporation in partnership with the National Coalition of Advanced Technology Centers Overview of Summit Activities Attendees were able to participate in facility tours, networking opportunities, hand-on sessions and listened to many organizations initiatives. Our robust agenda is available via pdf for your reference. Download PDF Guest Presenters Matt Kirchner, Dr. Karen Wosczyna-Birch, Joe Baldiga, Tony Nighswander, Claude Dinsmoor, Paul Aiello, Drew “The MFG” Crowe, Tim Baber, Jerry Muller, Chris Dennis, Eric Flynn, Paul Lavoie, Dr. Suj Chandrasekhar, Dr. Ann Beheler, Dayonte Grimes, Carver Middleton, Michael Cook, Richard Polanin, Mark Kappes, Jake Gorden, Debra Basso, Katie Austin, Nivedhitha (Neethu) Giri, Jessica Juhasz, John Wheeler, Mark Kappes, and Mike Sauter. Supporting Organizations ACCUFACTURE LLC, APT Manufacturing Solutions, American Welding Society, CORD (Center for Occupational Research & Development), DeafTEC, FANUC Education Solution Providers, Fronius USA, Levil Technology, Lincoln Electric Automation, Michigan Department of Corrections, National Coalition of Advanced Technology Centers (NCATC), National Institute for Industry and Career Advancement, National Technical Institute for the Deaf, National Science Foundation, Miller Electric Mfg. LLC, NOCTI, OTTO by Rockwell Automation, Rockwell Automation, Rochester Institute of Technology, Weld-Ed “Listen, Understand and share!- Thank you to Next Gen Manufacturing, NSF and FANUC for hosting such a thoughtful event focused on building the best most capable workforce in advanced manufacturing. It was humbling to be amongst such dedicated and smart people making a big difference for us all!" Michael Cook, Rockwell Automation Presentations ***Please note that the presentations are the intellectual property of their presenters and should not be redistributed without permission and credit*** Day 1 Matt Kirchner – Keynote Speaker; Host of TechEd Podcast Dr. Karen Wosczyna-Birch – Executive Director, National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing Joe Baldiga – National Education Program Manager, FANUC America Tony Nighswander – President, APT Manufacturing Solutions Claude Dinsmoor – FANUC America Artificial Intelligence Paul Aiello – FANUC America Emerging Technologies Presentation Drew “The MFG” Crowe – Founder, Manufacturing Renaissance & Youth Advocate Tim Baber, Full-Time Professor, Department Chair of Welding Technology, College of the Canyons, and Co-Principal Investigator NCNGM Jerry Muller, Industrial Technology Coordinator and Trainer, Central Community College, and Co-Principal Investigator NCNGM Chris Dennis, Assistant Professor, Supply Chain Management, Columbus State Community College, and co-Principal Investigator NCNGM Eric Flynn, Professor at Connecticut State Community College, Faculty Technical Lead of MET², and Co-Principal Investigator of CICSTART. Day 2 Paul Lavoie Co-Keynote – Former CT Chief Manufacturing Officer and Current VP of Innovation and Applied Technology at University of New Haven, CT. Dr. Suj Chandrasekhar Co-Keynote – Founder, Strategic Insights (Leveraging AI Platforms) Dr. Ann Beheler – NCNGM Leadership & BILT - Employer-led Community College Programs w/ Emphasis on AI in Manufacturing Dayonte Grimes – Lapeer High School Instructor, Michigan Carver Middleton - Mississippi State AiM-Up Program Rockwell Automation Michael Cook, Director Industry-Academia Engagement. AWS American Welding Joe Young, Associate Director of the AWS Foundation. Weld-ED Richard Polanin, Co-Principal Investigator for Weld-Ed, the National Center for Welding Education and Training & Tim Baber Day 3 Drew “The MFG” Crowe, Founder, Manufacturing Renaissance & Youth Advocate Fair Chance Hiring & Second Chance Employment Panel - Drew Crowe, Mark Kappes, Gateway Technical College Women in Robotics - Panel Discussion - Debra Basso, Director R&D Product Information and Development Systems at FANUC America Corporation; Katie Austin, Applications Engineer, General Industries and Automotive FANUC America Corporation; Nivedhitha (Neethu) Giri Engineering Leader in Robotics R&D and Industrial Automation; Jessica Juhasz, Engineering Manager FANUC America Corporation The Uniquely Abled Project John Wheeler, Mark Kappes – Gateway Technical College STEM Accessibility Initiatives - Mike Sauter, Adjunct faculty at National Institute for the Deaf (NTID), DeafTEC, Project Good to Go, and Accessibility Expert for AccessATE. APT Manufacturing FANUC Education Solution Providers Fronius Levil Technology Lincoln Electric National Institute of Industry and Career Advancement (NiiCA) National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) Miller Welding Access Our Gallery

HAVE QUESTIONS? WANT MORE INFORMATION? If you would benefit from knowing more about manufacturing, fill out the quick form below, and we will provide you with the support and resources you need to get started! Frequently asked questions Partnerships Programs and Resources Careers in Manufacturing Partnerships Events Scholarships Programs and Resources Careers in Manufacturing Who are NCNGM's industry partners? NCNGM collaborates with a range of industry partners, including leading manufacturing companies and educational institutions, to provide comprehensive support and opportunities for students and educators. Click here for our comprehensive list of partners & collaborators. Contact Whether you're a high school, community college, university educator, industry professional, government agency, ATE Central project or center, or a stakeholder in next generation manufacturing projects, you're all part of our community. We're here to provide everyone with the necessary resources through a national Next Generation Advanced Manufacturing education and workforce repository. National Center for Next Generation Manufacturing CT State Community College (Tunxis Campus) 271 Scott Swamp Road Farmington, CT 06032 mtaverner.ncngm@gmail.com First Name Last Name Business Email Location and State Occupation and/or Organization Send Thanks for submitting!

Discover the NCNGM Community of Practice, an education community fostering collaboration and growth. Join our Community of Practice today! Community of Practice What is the NCNGM Community of Practice? Benefits of joining our Community of Practice include: Certificate of membership, Networking and partnership opportunities, Priority acceptance to the NCNGM’s activities and workshops , Mentorship for grant proposals, Dissemination of educational resources you’ve developed via the NCNGM website and additional platforms! Membership can also serve as leverage for grant applications, promotion applications, and validation with industry. Who should attend and join? Advanced manufacturing workforce stakeholders including: Community College and High School educators, representatives from Business, Industry, Economic Development agencies, Government Agencies, and Non-profits. Register Today and receive email updates for all of our upcoming Community of Practices and other events. Registration This map represents all of our Community of Practice stakeholders in various states, including ATE Centers and projects, Community College and High School educators, representatives from Business, Industry, Economic Development agencies, Government Agencies, and Non-profits. Stay tuned for more interactive details. If you want to be represented contact Marco Taverner, Community Engagement Coordinator at mtaverner.ncngm@gmail.com December 2025 Today Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 1 2 3 4 5 12:00 PM Chat EDU Podcast at Skills 21 by Edadvance +1 more 6 7 8 9 Day (1/4) ACTE CAREERTECH VISION +1 more +2 more 10 Day (2/4) ACTE CAREERTECH VISION +1 more +2 more 11 Day (3/4) ACTE CAREERTECH VISION +1 more 12 Day (4/4) ACTE CAREERTECH VISION +1 more +2 more 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 12:00 PM Chat EDU Podcast at Skills 21 by Edadvance +1 more 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 12:00 PM Chat EDU Podcast at Skills 21 by Edadvance +1 more 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 12:00 PM Chat EDU Podcast at Skills 21 by Edadvance +1 more 3 4 5 6 7 8 4:00 PM Manufacturing Celebration of Innovation +1 more 9 10 11

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Advanced manufacturing offers exciting career opportunities that today’s young people can be passionate about. Help point your students in the right direction. Use the tools found throughout this site to get your students plugged into an industry where they can find great, high-paying careers they can be proud of! Education and Workforce Development Resources Association for Career and Technical Education Center for Occupational Research and Development (CORD) Manufacturing Extension Partnership s/NIST Society of Manufacturing Engineers American Society for Engineering Education Fabricators and Manufacturers Association National Council for Advanced Manufacturing The Robotics/Automation and Cybersecurity Knowledge Sharing Coordination Network American Welding Society International Technology and Engineering Educators Association NIMS American Graduate Jobs Explained The Manufacturing Institute National Information Technology Innovation Center AVS Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) Smart Automation Certification Alliance

Discover modern opportunities for women in manufacturing. Explore resources, guides, and inspiration for your journey. Empowering Women in Manufacturing: Resources and Opportunities You Belong: Women in MFG Outreach Materials and Resources You Belong: Women in Manufacturing teacher’s guide and accompanying YouTube series are designed to introduce women to contemporary manufacturing processes and products and encourage them to pursue rewarding, high-skill careers. We encourage you to help your female students explore the opportunities manufacturing offers! Play Video Facebook Twitter Pinterest Tumblr Copy Link Link Copied Now Playing You Belong in MFG: Overview; Women in MFG DVD 05:49 Play Video Now Playing You Belong in MFG: Salaries & Hot Jobs; Women in MFG DVD 01:20 Play Video Now Playing You Belong in MFG: Getting There; Women in MFG DVD 06:21 Play Video Discover the thriving world of women in manufacturing with our comprehensive resources. From scholarships and organizations to inspiring videos and guides, we provide the tools you need to excel. Learn about women breaking barriers in STEM and manufacturing, and get motivated by stories of success. Whether you're exploring careers, seeking support, or looking to empower others, our platform is here to inspire and guide you. Start your journey today and join the movement of women shaping the future of manufacturing. SCHOLARSHIPS FOR WOMEN Society of Women Engineers Scholarships ORGANIZATIONS Coding Organizations for Women in Tech Women in MFG ADDITIONAL RESOURCES Women in STEM Where Women Study STEM Encouraging Women in STEM Women in Cybersecurity STEM Careers Computer Scientist: Grace Hopper Profile WiM Calendar of Events WOMEN IN MFG VIDEOS Society of Women Engineers Women in Manufacturing American Welding Society

Discover how advanced manufacturing transforms industries with innovative technology. Learn about careers in advanced manufacturing. Student Success Stories ATE Success Stories All Categories Play Video Play Video 06:34 ATE Impacts - Asnuntuck Karen Wosczyna-Birch partnered with local industry to update manufacturing curriculum, and to address CT workforce needs. Play Video Play Video 05:13 ATE Student Success Stories - Josiah Josiah Roberts successfully completed a two-year program at Naugatuck Valley Community College and is now transferring into a four-year. Play Video Play Video 05:16 ATE Student Success Stories - Wesley Wesley Hipolito was introduced to machining technology through the College Connection Program at Asnuntuk Community College. Play Video Play Video 01:48 MFG Your Future: Elizabeth; Aerospace Technician Video Interview from the "Career Pathways: Manufacture Your Future 2.0 Educator's Guide" and a complimentary video library. Play Video Play Video 03:25 MFG Your Future: Matt and Michael; Applications Engineer Video Interview from the "Career Pathways: Manufacture Your Future 2.0 Educator's Guide" and a complimentary video library. Additional Resources Career Descriptions and Opportunities Experience Manufacturing NCNGM Frequently Asked Questions Women in Manufacturing Veterans What's Happening? December 2025 Today Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat Sun 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

Discover why a career in advanced manufacturing is rewarding. Learn the benefits and opportunities in advanced manufacturing today! Why Choose a Career in Advanced Manufacturing? It’s now a dynamic field full of opportunity and innovation that promises a career path and job security. Today’s facilities are safe, well-lit, ventilated, and high-tech . Completing a certificate or a degree from an advanced manufacturing program at a community college is the first step to a rewarding career in manufacturing. Did You Know? There are more than 13 million manufacturing employees in the United States in 2023. By 2033, 3.8 million manufacturing jobs will likely be needed. Manufacturing workers in the US earned $98,846 on average, including pay and benefits, in 2023. Resource: National Association of Manufacturers’ Manufacturing Institute AI in MFG AI in MFG AI in MFG AI in MFG What's Happening? December 2025 Today Sun Mon Tue Wed Thu Fri Sat 30 1 2 3 4 5 12:00 PM Chat EDU Podcast at Skills 21 by Edadvance +1 more 6 7 8 9 Day (1/4) ACTE CAREERTECH VISION +1 more +2 more 10 Day (2/4) ACTE CAREERTECH VISION +1 more +2 more 11 Day (3/4) ACTE CAREERTECH VISION +1 more 12 Day (4/4) ACTE CAREERTECH VISION +1 more +2 more 13 14 15 16 17 18 19 12:00 PM Chat EDU Podcast at Skills 21 by Edadvance +1 more 20 21 22 23 24 25 26 12:00 PM Chat EDU Podcast at Skills 21 by Edadvance +1 more 27 28 29 30 31 1 2 12:00 PM Chat EDU Podcast at Skills 21 by Edadvance +1 more 3 4 5 6 7 8 4:00 PM Manufacturing Celebration of Innovation +1 more 9 10

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