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Advanced Manufacturing

Advanced Manufacturing is one of the fastest-growing and most in-demand industries in the country. It goes beyond traditional production — blending innovative technologies such as robotics and automation, 3D printing, artificial intelligence, computer-integrated manufacturing, and IoT systems to build smarter, faster, and more efficient products. The industry spans engineering, research and development, quality control, equipment maintenance, and safety — making it a broad and dynamic field with strong career opportunities across many sectors.

TSU students commonly entering this pathway include those studying:

  • Electrical Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Computer Science
  • Industrial Technology
  • Mathematics
  • Physics
  • Chemistry

Whether you’re just discovering this field or already set on a career in Advanced Manufacturing, this community has everything you need to take your next step. Explore curated industry articles, real-time Labor Market Insights on salaries and in-demand skills, LinkedIn Learning courses on robotics, SOLIDWORKS, and Industry 4.0, and virtual job simulations through Forage — all free with your TSU login. When you’re ready to apply, browse featured jobs and internships from employers actively recruiting TSU Tigers. Start exploring below!

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CAD certification is important, especially for engineers who design and test electrical systems. Revit MEP certification proves you know the…

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Email
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Ernest S. Sterling Student Life Center – The Hub of TSU Life (2nd floor)
3100 Cleburne Street
Houston, TX 77004

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At Texas Southern University (TSU), we are cultivating the next generation of leaders, innovators, and changemakers. As one of the nation’s premier historically Black universities, TSU offers a rich pipeline of diverse, driven, and career-ready students across a wide range of disciplines.
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Texas Southern University Career Pathways Center is proudly connected with leading professional organizations that enhance career development, employer engagement, and student success. We are active members of: National Association of Colleges and Employers (NACE) The leading source for career services standards, trends, and best practices in higher education and workforce readiness. Southern Association of Colleges and Employers (SoACE) A regional network supporting collaboration between career services professionals and employers across the South. Houston Area Consortium of Career Centers (HACCC) A partnership of Houston-area universities working together to connect students with top local employers and opportunities.

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