Engineering

This summer, we will be taking a closer look at recently added and updated academic programs at Fox Valley Technical College. As technology continues to transform industries, employers are looking for workers who are comfortable working with electronics, troubleshooting complex equipment and understanding how hardware and software interact. Fox Valley Technical College’s Electrical Technician technical

What keeps modern manufacturing running behind the scenes? And, who makes sure it all works? In this Focus on Careers interview on WHBY radio, Fox Valley Technical College instructor Aaron Daane gives a look inside the Electro-Mechanical Technology program, where students learn to bridge the gap between electrical systems and mechanical components. From circuits and

FVTC welcomed alumni Olivia Arreola, Valarie Schwartz, and Abby Frisk back to campus to help with the summer camp GirlTech. The camp empowers middle school-aged girls to explore occupations that are particularly emphasized in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math), helping each participant discover their future education and career paths. All three women agree it

Career Program: Mechanical Design TechnologyOriginally From: Combined LocksCurrent Residence: Combined LocksYear Started at FVTC: Fall 2022 Why did you choose this career program? I love figuring out how things work. Mechanical Design has taught me how so many things work internally and how to improve and create new things that work better. What are you learning about your career field that

Career Program: Automated Manufacturing Systems TechnologyOriginally From: Menifee, CaliforniaCurrent Residence: AppletonYear Started at FVTC: Fall 2023 Why did you choose this career program? I enjoy solving puzzles, whether it be from a video game, a broken home appliance, or computer coding problem. I just love the process of problem solving and learning from it, so engineering stuck out to me as

Students assemble 25th vehicle for children with mobility challenges At the tender age of three years old, Callen Seyler of Oshkosh already appreciates the beauty of taking a car out for a spin. Looking like a pro behind the wheel, Callen recently visited Fox Valley Technical College to take delivery of his second battery-powered vehicle,

Electronics club students modify cars for children with mobility limitations He’s only 19 months old, but Myles Hill already has his first set of wheels. “It’s a huge blessing,” explains Myles’ mother Lisa. The Hill family came from their home in Clintonville to Fox Valley Technical College to take delivery of an electric Lamborghini ride-on car

Career Program: Industrial Engineering TechnologyOriginally From: Little ChuteCurrent Residence: Little ChuteAge: 20Attended FVTC: Fall 2020 – Spring 2022 Why did you choose to study this field? I have had a passion for manufacturing since my freshman year of high school. I love seeing things come together from start to finish, so the Industrial Engineering Technology program was a logical next

Automated Manufacturing Systems Technology & Electro-Mechanical Technology Career Programs: Automated Manufacturing Systems Technology & Electro-Mechanical TechnologyHometown: San Jose, CACurrent Residence: AppletonAge: 46Attended FVTC: Fall 2017 – Spring 2019 Why did you choose the Automated Manufacturing Systems Technology & Electro-Mechanical Technology programs? I chose the Automated Manufacturing Systems program because I wanted to acquire an education that would remain relevant for the