Anoka Technical College and DP Technology announce partnership
Anoka Technical College and DP Technology partner to prepare students for the metal-working industry
DP Technology, a leader and innovator in the computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) industry, is partnering with Anoka Technical College (Anoka Tech), located in Anoka, Minn., to launch an ESPRIT class to better prepare students for the machining industry.
A public open house will be held on Oct. 29 at 4 p.m. in Room 25, to honor DP Technology for their partnership.
In their effort to support academia, DP technology is donating an equivalent of $1.7 million retail value of ESPRIT licenses to equip Anoka Tech’s classrooms and instructors.
According to the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED), manufacturing is a vital component to the workforce. The sector accounts for 13 percent of Minnesota’s private sector jobs and almost 15 percent of the private sector’s output. Unfortunately, DEED also reported that 45 percent of manufacturing businesses in the state indicate a shortage of qualified workers.
Anoka Tech is working hard to provide their students with the right technology that will prepare them for a competitive job market.
“Learning ESPRIT will give our students an advantage in the job market because the industry seems to be moving towards Multi-axis, Mill-turn, Swiss and Wire EDM” said Jesse Oldenburg, Machines Trade Instructor at Anoka Tech.
“Compared to other CAM software, ESPRIT handles these operations very well and it’s easy for machinists to grasp due to the fact that their interface is more intuitive.”
Sherry Butcher Wickstrom, Dean of Academic Affairs at Anoka Tech, is confident that students will now experience a smooth transition from the classroom to the workforce.
“This is all to provide the most realistic experience for our students as they are learning here” said Wickstrom. It’s a real simulation of what they’re going to encounter on the job.”
With customers all over the world in all types of industries, from aerospace to medical equipment, DP Technology is also concerned about the social impacts of new technologies.
“For us, it’s not just about making a donation” said Cedric Simard, Director of Global Marketing & Communication at DP Technology. It’s about preparing students for success in the metal-working industry and enabling them to develop the right skills.”
