Science Nation: Preparing a Workforce for Advanced Manufacturing
The Advanced Technological Education (ATE) Program at the National Science Foundation focuses on the education of technicians for high technology fields. ATE supports rigorous educational programs that incorporate industry recognized skills and competencies to prepare a qualified technical workforce for industries that are vitally important to the nation’s prosperity and security. Part of the National Science Foundation Series “Science Nation.”
Media Details
Runtime: 2 minutes 35 seconds
- Topic: Business, Careers
- Subtopic: Industry, Job Skills, Manufacturing, Occupations
- Grade/Interest Level: 9 - 12
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- Release Year: 2009
- Producer/Distributor: National Science Foundation
- Series: Science Nation
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