Welding & Manufacturing pathway
This pathway teaches you about manufacturing processes, product design, robotics, and automation. Manufacturing jobs are increasing but the industry has a severe shortage of workers equipped with the knowledge and skills needed to function in advanced manufacturing workplaces. There is an immediate opportunity for you to jump into.
In-Demand Careers
Suggested Course Sequence
Students can view courses in this pathway, descriptions, and school availibility below. Login to Xello for an interactive course planner tool or use the downloadable sample pathway plan as an optional additional resource.
Level 1 Course
Level 2 Courses
METAL AND MACHINING FABRICATION A/B (2283/2284)
5 Fine Art Credits
Offered at: FCHS, FRHS, PHS, RMHS, TMHS
FRCC MECHANICAL DESIGN I (2210CEFRHS)
5 Elective/3 FRCC Credits
- College Credit Opportunity
Offered at: FCHS, FRHS, PHS, RMHS
Manufacturing Programs at Futures Lab & PHS PTECH
Futures Lab Advanced Manufacturing Program - Open to all PSD Students
Year-long 1/2 day program, transportation provided
10 Fine Art Credits
- Industry Certification Opportunity
- College Credit Opportunity
Offered at: Futures Lab
Poudre High School Manufacturing PTECH Program - Open to all PSD Students
Multi-year program - Students earn their Associate Degree
- Industry Certification Opportunity
- College Credit Opportunity
Offered at: Poudre High School
Level 3 Courses
METAL & MACHINING FABRICATION II A/B (2287/2292)
5 Fine Art Credits
- Capstone Opportunity
Offered at: FCHS, FRHS, PHS, RMHS
FRCC SOLIDWORKS/ MECHANICAL (2221S1CEFR)
5 PSD/3FRCC Credits
- College Credit Opportunity
- Industry Certification Opportunity
Offered at: FCHS, FRHS, PHS, RMHS
FRCC ADVANCED SOLIDWORKS (2221S2CEFR)
5 PSD/3FRCC Credits
- College Credit Opportunity
- Industry Certification Opportunity
Offered at: FCHS, FRHS, PHS, RMHS
Level 4 Course
WORK-BASED LEARNING: MANUFACTURING (2294)
Variable Elective Credits
- Capstone Opportunity
Offered at: FCHS, FRHS, PHS, RMHS, TMHS, WMHS
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Industry Certifications
PSD Manufacturing Teachers
Fort Collins High School
Fossil Ridge High School
Poudre High School
Rocky Mountain High School
Timnath Middle High School
industry Partners
