White Station High – Manufacturing Practicum

Mar 2026 · 2nd Semester

Manufacturing Practicum is a capstone course intended to provide students with the opportunity to apply the skills and knowledge learned in previous Advanced Manufacturing courses within a professional, working environment. While continuing to add to their technical skillsets, students in this course assume increasing responsibility for overseeing manufacturing processes and managing complex projects. Specifically, proficient students will be able to work in teams to plan the production of a sophisticated product; develop troubleshooting and problem solving mechanisms to ensure that projects run smoothly; analyze output and compile professional reports; and connect practicum activities to career and postsecondary opportunities. For all projects undertaken in this course, students are expected to follow the focus area in their chosen program of study (Machining Technology, Electromechanical Technology, Mechatronics, or Welding), while also refining skills previously acquired to achieve deeper levels of mastery. Upon completion of the practicum, proficient students will be prepared for postsecondary study and career advancement in their chosen focus area.