Advanced Manufacturing Technology TXFAME

What is the Advanced Manufacturing Technology (AMT) program?

The Advanced Manufacturing Technology (AMT) program, offered through the TXFAME Alamo Chapter at St. Philip’s College, is a nationally recognized, work-integrated learning program developed in partnership with the Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education (FAME). This five-semester associate degree combines cutting-edge classroom instruction with paid, hands-on experience at one of 17 sponsoring manufacturing companies—including industry leaders like Toyota, H-E-B, and Caterpillar. Students alternate between two days of college coursework and three days of on-site work each week, preparing them for advanced manufacturing careers with real-world knowledge and industry exposure from day one.

What will I learn?

In the AMT program, students gain a comprehensive foundation in modern manufacturing technologies and processes. Key learning areas include:

• Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)
• Robotics and industrial automation
• Fluid power (hydraulics and pneumatics)
• Electrical and mechanical systems
• Process control and instrumentation
• Precision maintenance and troubleshooting
• Industrial safety and quality systems

Students also develop essential soft skills such as problem-solving, communication, teamwork, and professional work habits—skills that are highly valued by employers across the manufacturing industry.

What's special about the program?

What sets the AMT program apart is its unique earn-while-you-learn model, designed to minimize student debt while maximizing employability. Through its partnership with FAME, the program provides:

• Paid, hands-on experience with a sponsoring company
• Industry mentorship and real-world training from day one
• A direct pathway into high-demand, high-tech manufacturing careers

In addition to its technical focus, the program strongly emphasizes professional behaviors, such as work ethic, punctuality, and accountability—attributes that give graduates a competitive edge in today’s workforce.

What can I do with this course of study?

Graduates of the AMT program are equipped to step directly into well-paying, high-tech roles in the manufacturing sector. Common career pathways include:

• Advanced Manufacturing Technician
• Industrial Maintenance Technician
• Automation or Controls Technician
• Electromechanical Technician
• Process Technician

With experience, many graduates go on to become technical specialists, leaders within their companies, or pursue further education in engineering, industrial management, or related fields. The program opens doors to long-term careers with global manufacturers and provides a solid foundation for continuous professional growth.