A former metallurgist discusses the gender gap in STEM fields

Awards for excellence in manufacturing education expand possibilities for winning schools

Alhough many Americans are unemployed, manufacturers are having trouble filling vacant positions

At the John Lopez Welding School, students learn the value of a strong work ethic

The CCC Workforce Institute offers employee training

Hypertherm launches Web site to support plasma cutting curriculum

At Alaska Vocational Technical Center, pipe welding dreams become reality

Harper College’s Intro to Welding for Women class nurtures the creative side of the torch

At SWeETy camp, high school girls learn the advantages of welding and electronics careers

The Tulsa Welding School builds a new generation of welders every three weeks

The National Apprentice Competition continues to bolster machining and toolmaking careers

NIMS now provides two national certifications for CNC machine operators

Haywood Community College's advanced machining center hopes to advance the skills of area manufacturing workforces

The National Association of Manufacturers' Dream It Do It campaign hopes to make manufacturing a go-to sector for high schoolers

Despite tough times for vocational education, one high school welding program stands out

ArcelorMittal focuses on recruiting the next generation of steelworkers

National Institute for Metalworking Skills develops certification program for on-the-job trainers

Industry associations help to increase employee value during a recession