Renewable Materials: Advanced Wood Manufacturing
Associate of Science Degree
Articulated with Oregon State University
Program Mission
The advanced wood manufacturing option allows students to tailor their degree to their interests. This option is completely unique to Oregon State and in high demand throughout the industry. Advanced manufacturing students study the latest technologies throughout the wood products industry. Graduates are highly-sought after and set apart to fill a need for entry-level positions throughout the Pacific Northwest and the rest of the country. Once in the industry, students make everything from advanced wood products to cabinetry.
Program Descriptions
The Advance Wood Manufacturing option focuses on behavior of bio-based materials and adds a strong foundation in advanced
manufacturing processes such as automation, scanning and optimization systems, computer numerically controlled (CNC) machining, robotics, and 3D printing.
Program Outcomes
This UCC program aligns with the programs offered through the OSU College of Forestry Program. UCC students that complete the Renewable Materials: Advanced Wood Manufacturing AS degree in Forestry will have the knowledge, skills, and abilities to:
- Demonstrate ability to find, compile, analyze and communicate technical information
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of wood and similar renewable materials that make them challenging to utilize as industrial and building materials
- Apply knowledge of mathematics, science, and engineering
- Demonstrate a combination of technical and business acumen that allows effective management of process and people
OSU Degree Partnership Program
UCC works closely with Oregon State University (OSU). Students reap cost savings and benefit from access to UCC and OSU scholarships and services. Learn more.
Ready to get started?
It's easy and only requires TWO steps.
Step 1
Fill out our response form. This will alert us that you are interested in the Renewable Materials programs.
Step 2
If you are new to UCC (you've never taken a class), apply to UCC. Otherwise, you are done for now. You will be contacted about the next steps.
Transfer Guide
The Renewable Materials curriculum at UCC is intended to meet the requirements for the first two years of course work necessary for application to the Renewable Materials professional program at Oregon State University, College of Forestry.
Career Considerations
Advanced wood manufacturing professional often work as supervisors and leaders at sawmills or engineered wood products facilities.
Program Publications
Related Certificates & Degrees at UCC
- Renewable Materials: Advanced Wood Manufacturing: Associate of Science Degree
- Renewable Materials: Art & Design: Associate of Science Degree
- Renewable Materials: Management & Marketing: Associate of Science Degree
- Renewable Materials: Science & Engineering: Associate of Science Degree
- Forestry Degree Programs
- Natural Resources: Associate of Science Degree
High School Students
Get a head start by becoming a dual credit student. Dual credit students attend UCC and high school at the same time! You can complete high school requirements, work on college prerequisites and earn credits towards a degree or certificate all at the same time.
First Generation College Students
Will you be the first in your family to go to college? Take advantage of the Transfer Opportunity Program (TOP). It's FREE. The TOP program provides the extra help you will need to be successful at UCC so you can transfer smoothly to university studies.
Residents of WA, ID, NV, and CA
If you are from Washington, Idaho, Nevada, or California, you pay Oregon resident tuition rates. That's a big discount! You might also be interested in what life is like around UCC. Find out.
Money for College
Get access to millions of dollars that are available to students - not just loans. There are scholarships, grants and work study opportunities too! Every student can use money for college. It can help you to be more successful. Plus, it can lower your debt load when you finish college. Some students actually leave college debt-free! Here are some important sources of money for college. Don't let these opportunities for financial aid pass you by. Act now! Decide. Commit. Succeed.
- Pell Grants part of FAFSA (for undergraduate students who display exceptional financial need.)
- Federal Work Study part of FAFSA (Work on Campus. Get experience in the workforce.)
- Scholarships, OSAC, FAFSA, and more (Sources of money for college.)
- UCC Scholars (Tuition waiver for high school seniors with high GPAs.)
Why UCC?
The freshman and sophomore years at most universities are designated pre-engineering, with the junior and senior years designated professional engineering. Many of the transfer courses during the first two years of study are math, science and elective courses. At UCC, you can take the required core courses in smaller classroom settings and at lower cost than at four-year institutions. The Associate of Science (AS) degree is awarded once all required courses, electives and general education requirements are successfully completed.
Contact
Prospective students should contact an Enrollment Advisor to get started and then see a program advisor (below) to develop a more focused educational plan.
Jarred Saralecos - Contact
Associate Professor, Renewable Materials
Phone: 541-440-7825
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