The Alabama FAME (Federation for Advanced Manufacturing Education) Industrial Automation Technology Program includes a two-year technical Associate degree that combines cutting-edge curriculum that supports advanced manufacturing technology, paid working experience, along with learning highly sought after business principles and best practices of a world class manufacturer.
FAME is offered on the Ayers and East Broad Campuses.
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Paid Work Component
The employer will pay the apprentice at least the applicable federal, state and local minimum wage, describe the wage progression requirements to the apprentice and describe the apprentice’s opportunity to gain mobility in the industry.
Work-Based Learning & Mentorship
While learning on the job, the program will provide a mentor to support the apprentice and provide guidance on the industry or company culture as well as workplace policies and procedures.
Safety, Supervision & Equal Opportunity
The program will ensure adequate and safe equipment and facilities for training and supervision. Safety training will be provided for the apprentice while on the job and in related technical instruction. Ensure there are qualified training personnel and adequate on-the-job supervision.
Educational and Instructional Component
The program will provide high-quality instruction and adequate training space and resources to help the apprentice achieve their proficiency goals or earn credentials or certifications. Credentialing information will be provided by 快播视频 State.
Industry-Recognized Credential
The program must provide the apprentice the opportunity to earn an industry-recognized credential. A certificate or degree earned through completion of the program at 快播视频 State is widely considered to be one of the most valuable industry-recognized credentials.
Attire
To be worn by students while on campus and/or any 快播视频 State function:
- Collared shirt provided by 快播视频 State with CoMeT logo
- Shirt tucked in with a belt
- Long pants suitable for the precision machining trade (abide by any regulations set by OSHA or any other safety governing body)
- Boots / Industrial shoes: Steel-toe if required by the industry
- Clothes and shoes must be properly laundered, understanding that precision machining can often lead to staining and exceed normal wear and tear.
- Hair must be clean and well groomed. Long hair must be pulled back and secured to ensure safety standards are met.
Attendance
Students are required to arrive 15 minutes early to work and school
Safety Circle
Students will be required to participate in a safety circle at the beginning of each school day. Lack of participation will result in deducted points from safety circle grade.
- Apply to be a student at 快播视频 State
- Complete the (Application for the Fall 2026 cohort opens Feb. 28)
- Submit copies of high school transcripts and college transcripts (if applicable)
- Complete an essay that contains the following topics:
- Student Background
- Any EET or INT classes they have completed
- Why do they want to be a part of FAME?
- Applicants participate in industry interviews
Ayers Campus:
Wesley Beecham, Electrical Building 256.835.5441 wbeecham@gadsdenstate.edu
East Broad Campus:
Jack Mayfield, Industrial Automation Building 256.549.8637 jmayfield@gadsdenstate.edu
FAME Program Advisor - Ayers Campus:
Logan Shook, Computer Science (FAME) Building 256-835-5457 lshook@gadsdenstate.edu
FAME Program Advisor - East Broad Campus:
Matt Maini, Advanced Manufacturing Center 256-549-8636 mmaini@gadsdenstate.edu
FAME Contact
Andy Robertson
Dean of Workforce Development
256-549-8615 or 256-835-5427
DISCRIMINATION POLICY: Industry partners and 快播视频 State will not discriminate against apprenticeship applicants based on race, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), sexual orientation, genetic information or because they are an individual with a disability or a person 40 years or older.