At WST there are several manufacturing programs available, both for high school students in grades 11 and 12 and through Olympic College on the WST campus.
Students interested in exploring manufacturing careers can learn more through the automotive technology, construction careers, collision repair technology, Heating Ventilation and Air Conditioning (HVAC) Technology, and Welding programs offered at WST. These programs offer career and technical education credit, general academic credit that supports Washington graduation requirements through equivalency crediting, and free dual college credit.
Students entering grades 9-12, can explore program offerings in the summer through the three week, free summer option while earning a half credit toward elective credit and graduation from high school.
In addition, students at WST have the opportunity to engage in Manufacturing 101 through the Olympic College Precision Machining class offered on the West Sound Tech campus.
Those interested in post-secondary manufacturing options can experience the Precision Machining program at Olympic College on the WST campus.
WST is proud to offer several opportunities for students to engage in hands-on learning that leads to excellent career and post-secondary options for students.
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Precision Machining with Olympic College:
Manufacturing 101 for High School Students and Adults
Computer Aided Manufacturing 101 for High School Students and Adults