Are you ready to take your professional skills to the next level?
Elevate your knowledge of advanced manufacturing by attending a short course at K-State Olathe. Our team offers a variety of courses designed to provide you with the insight, knowledge and practical skills you need to be successful.
When you attend an advanced manufacturing short course, you’ll learn about equipment, techniques, powder and bulk solids handling, storage and flow, conveying and material properties.
Regardless of what you’re most interested in discovering, it’s important that you’re prepared as a learner to get the most out of your experience.
Here are three steps you can take to get the most out of your short course.
Don’t wait until you’re on campus to start getting ready for your course.
“The best learning happens beyond the classroom,” said Lauren Racki, professional development manager at K-State Olathe. “To make the most of your experience, review the agenda ahead of time and be ready to be engaged in the discussions.”
When you register for a course, be sure to read all of the emails our team sends you. This will give you an opportunity to develop a stronger understanding of what you can expect. In turn, you’ll have a chance to prepare questions you’d like to raise during the class. This will deepen your learning and strengthen your experience.
Advanced manufacturing short courses at K-State Olathe provide ample opportunities for you to connect with your classmates.
“Another invaluable opportunity is to make connections with your fellow learners,” said Racki. “This will extend your knowledge by providing professional support outside of your time in the workshop.”
Keep in mind that one of the best reasons to talk shop with your classmates is that they know exactly what you’re going through. Your learning cohort provides you with a group of professionals who can collaborate with you on ideas and help you further explore the content you’re working through.
For connection tips, be sure to check out our blog post on networking.
One of the most important aspects of attending a professional development event is to get active and participate in hands-on learning opportunities.
“Each course is specifically built for technically minded people because that’s who we are,” said Jonathan McPherson, director of advanced manufacturing research and training at K-State Olathe. “We think about how we learn best and use that in the classroom. We include hands on time in the lab and stitch in real life examples and experiences in the classroom.”
When you attend an advanced manufacturing short course, participate as much as possible to get the most from these experiences. If you have a specific question, concern or concept you’d like to discuss, don’t be afraid to ask. Remember that our team wants to help you succeed, and the more active you are, the stronger your skills will be when you complete the course.