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What is CACC F.A.M.E?
The Central Alabama Community College F.A.M.E. (Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education) Industrial Automation Technician Program (IAT) is a two-year technical associate degree designed to prepare students for the rapidly evolving manufacturing industry. This innovative program combines academic instruction with hands-on experience to ensure graduates are both technically skilled and workplace-ready.
Students in the program gain real-world experience through paid apprenticeships with industry partners while learning advanced manufacturing technologies, business principles, and operational best practices used by world-class manufacturers. This combination of education and professional experience positions graduates for strong career opportunities in modern manufacturing environments.
What Makes the CACC AMT Program Different?
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Earn While You Learn: Students gain valuable paid work experience while completing their degree, potentially covering their entire education costs through wages, financial aid, and grants.
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Hands-On Experience: Participants work directly with leading manufacturing companies, applying classroom knowledge in real-world settings.
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Career-Ready Skills: Graduates leave the program equipped with technical expertise and practical business knowledge highly sought after by employers.
Opportunities After Graduation
Graduates of the CACC AMT program are well-positioned for employment with sponsor companies and other manufacturing leaders. While full-time placement is not guaranteed, many partner companies actively recruit program graduates, offering strong opportunities for career growth and advancement.
Our Industry Partners
The CACC F.A.M.E. Program collaborates with leading companies in the manufacturing and industrial sectors to provide students with real-world, paid work experience while completing their degree. Our partners include:
- STERIS
- Premier Tech
- International Paper
- Coca-Cola Bottlers United
- Kinedyne
- James Hardie
- Packaging Corporation of America
These partnerships allow students to gain hands-on experience, develop professional skills, and build relationships with potential employers.
Opportunities After Graduation
Graduates of the CACC F.A.M.E. Program leave with both the technical expertise and practical experience that are highly valued by manufacturing companies. While full-time employment is not guaranteed, our industry partners frequently consider hiring program graduates, providing a strong pathway to rewarding careers in advanced manufacturing and related fields.