Manufacturing
in the Polytechnic
Where students are industry ready, day one.
Purdue Polytechnic is committed to persistent innovation in the manufacturing space
Every high-tech industry relies on excellent manufacturing—and this will only become more relevant as Purdue University endeavors to revolutionize the nation's relationship with technology by re-shoring the vital semiconductor industry.
While the university plays a major part in this effort on the global stage, the next generation’s workforce in manufacturing needs to develop the technological acumen and expertise required to work in the factories of the future.
That’s where Purdue Polytechnic comes in. The Polytechnic—Purdue’s college for technology—has shaped a one-of-a-kind curriculum for students: it is both wide and deep, with a vast range of interdisciplinary courses applicable across many STEM fields that simultaneously grant students the opportunity to specialize in the latest technologies that manufacturing industries have to offer.
New innovations are constantly emerging, and from the outset, our state-of-the-art facilities have been an uncontested strength of Purdue Polytechnic. With the dedication of Dudley and Lambertus Halls, which stands as the largest academic facility on Purdue’s campus, Purdue Polytechnic has once again ushered manufacturing curriculum into the future. We've established the nation’s largest Smart Learning Factory, complemented by three additional Smart facilities seamlessly integrated throughout the halls. At these cutting-edge facilities, Polytechnic students don't merely simulate a high-tech, digitally enabled manufacturing environment. They build real products and generate authentic data, mirroring the way top manufacturers globally gather insights about their production.
Between Purdue Polytechnic’s hands-on education method, its state-of-the-art facilities, its world-class faculty and prolific industry partnerships, the college’s manufacturing programs are built to provide Purdue, Indiana, the Nation, and the world with the opportunity to persistently pursue the frontiers of technology.
Partners
Collaboration fuels innovation. At Purdue Polytechnic, our partnerships with industry leaders have been pivotal. They've enriched our facilities, spurred new programs, and broadened our research scope. This synergy has amplified student engagement, upskilled professionals, and driven innovation, firmly positioning Purdue Polytechnic at the cutting edge of manufacturing education and research.
Research
Purdue Polytechnic is at the forefront of groundbreaking research in manufacturing. Our dedicated faculty and student researchers are continually pushing the boundaries to develop technologies, methodologies, and solutions that drive the future of the industry.
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Our Smart Facility Ecosystem
Our state-of-the-art facilities provide students and researchers with the tools and environment they need to explore, innovate, and excel. From advanced laboratories to cutting-edge equipment, Purdue Polytechnic's manufacturing facilities are the only one of its kind in the nation.
Smart Factory
Smart Factory
Scale model of a smart cyber physical production system (CPPS) for students to design, implement, and develop the full range of Smart Manufacturing competencies
Major Sponsor: Accenture and Microsoft
Smart Foundry
Smart Foundry
Incorporate our sensor-embedded, smart micro-manufacturing facility for metal-casting and small-batch component-making.
Major Sponsor: Caterpillar
Industrial IoT Laboratory
Industrial IoT Laboratory
Connect data with AI across wireless networks for remote monitoring, prototyping and testing of embedded applications.
Major Sponsor: Fortinet
Intelligent Process Manufacturing Laboratory
Intelligent Process Manufacturing Laboratory
Use IoT to collect real-time data that analyzes databases and develops operational intelligence in manufacturing systems.
Major Sponsor: Endress+Hauser
Our Four-Facility Ecosystem
In addition to the over-arching Learning Factory, the synergetic manufacturing system consists of three partner facilities all linked via networks and data streams for real-time analytics. Each facility supplies a unique education element – such as producing sub-assemblies, products, training or analytics – for inclusion in the overall manufacturing process, thereby creating a supply chain for the Learning Factory.
Smart Factory
Scale model of a smart cyber physical production system (CPPS) for students to design, implement, and develop the full range of Smart Manufacturing competencies
Major Sponsor: Accenture and Microsoft
Smart Foundry
Incorporate our sensor-embedded, smart micro-manufacturing facility for metal-casting and small-batch component-making.
Major Sponsor: Caterpillar
The Industrial IoT Laboratory
Connect data with AI across wireless networks for remote monitoring, prototyping and testing of embedded applications.
Major Sponsor: Fortinet
Continuous Process Manufacturing Laboratory
Use IoT to collect real-time data that analyzes databases and develops operational intelligence in manufacturing systems.
Major Sponsor: Endress+Hauser
Our strength lies in our people. From our dedicated faculty and driven students to our accomplished alumni, each contributes uniquely to our legacy in manufacturing. While our team brings depth and passion to education and research, our alumni amplify our reputation, leading innovations and driving industry change. Together, they position Purdue Polytechnic at the pinnacle of manufacturing excellence.
Vice President at Automation24, Purdue Polytechnic Alumni
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Manufacturing Majors
At Purdue Polytechnic, our commitment to manufacturing excellence extends far and wide. With over 30 courses specializing in various facets of manufacturing—from smart manufacturing data management to manufacturing integration—our offerings are not just confined to manufacturing-centric majors. They are seamlessly embedded into a wide spectrum of our Polytechnic programs, ensuring students across disciplines are equipped with the manufacturing prowess needed in today's industry. Our curriculum is meticulously crafted to empower students with the knowledge and skills essential for driving innovation in modern-day manufacturing.
