SME to supply Robotics in Manufacturing Fundamentals certification

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SME not too long ago introduced the Robotics in Manufacturing Fundamentals certification. | Supply: SME

SME not too long ago introduced that it has developed the Robotics in Manufacturing Fundamentals (RMF) credential, a brand new certification centered on assessing candidates’ comprehension of elementary robotics ideas. 

The RMF credential was developed by SME, the Robotics Training & Competitors (REC) Basis, and FIRST. 

The certification is geared toward these seeking to upskill or reskill in manufacturing careers to start equipment-specific or pathway-specific coaching in robotics. SME goals to assist candidates start lifelong careers in manufacturing robotics. 

“By our intensive networks in trade, schooling and workforce, SME recognized a standard want for a robotics credential that demonstrates certification holders have a fundamental understanding of robotics ideas earlier than beginning a extra superior coaching program,” Jeannine Kunz, the Chief Workforce Growth Officer at SME and member of the Training and Workforce Advisory Committee of ARM, the Robotics Institute, stated. “We labored carefully with the REC Basis and FIRST to validate the physique of data to cowl subjects related for foundational robotics subjects throughout a variety of industries.”

After finishing the RMF credential, candidates shall be certified for entry-level employment jobs in manufacturing that require robotics and automation. With additional schooling and coaching, candidates can pursue robotics-specific profession pathways, resembling a robotics technician, robotics specialist, robotics integrator or robotics engineer. 

“It will be significant for FIRST to acknowledge the excessive worth of abilities and experiences that college students achieve by means of robotics applications,” Chris Rake, Chief Working Officer of FIRST, stated. “The RMF credential unlocks thrilling profession pathways, serving to us encourage younger folks to develop into leaders in robotics and superior manufacturing, and we’re proud to affix SME in creating this program.”

The RMF credential is geared toward highschool and school college students, dislocated employees, under-employed people, veterans, at-risk youth and different folks in search of new employment alternatives. 

“The worldwide robotics market is anticipated to succeed in $74 billion by 2026 and there’s a super alternative for many who need to advance their profession,” Kunz stated. “To maintain our trade thriving, we have to assist meet the excessive demand for superior manufacturing and robotics expertise in our nation.”