Metalcasting in the Classroom is an educational program for grades 7-12 that connects students to careers in metal manufacturing. The program offers content and hands-on activities that introduce students to this promising career pathway.
Program Benefits
Free Curriculum and Core Content
Modules that cover the process of making a casting, manufacturing quality, career pathways, and more
Hands-on "Mini Foundry Experience"
In-class, hands-on activity that allows students to cast their own small objects using a safe, low-temperature metal
Connections to Real Industry Professionals
Local professionals can help write in-class demonstrations, set up manufacturing facility tours, and assist students with networking
Metalcasting: Fast Facts
-
In the United States, you're never more than 10 feet from a metal casting
-
90% of all manufactured goods contain metal castings
-
30% of metal casting are used in cars or trucks
-
Golf clubs, tank parts, and "The Oscar" are all cast metal products
More About the Metalcasting Career Pathway
Metal manufacturing offers a path for students who want to create essential products using state-of-the-art technologies like computational process simulation, 3D printing, and robotics in a range of fields like aerospace, automotive, electronics, and energy.
This link provides information on upcoming opportunities to continue the metalcasting experience.
Advanced Opportunities to Continue the Metalcasting Career Pathway - Click here