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Explore the importance of modern apprenticeships in manufacturing and maritime industries as discussed in the April 29, 2014 meeting hosted by Tacoma-Pierce County Chamber of Commerce. Learn from Andries Breedt of Breedt Production Tooling & Design, LLC, and insights from the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) as they embrace 3D printing technology. Discover the benefits, drawbacks, and the collaborative efforts necessary for success in this evolving landscape. Is now the right time to start investing in apprenticeship programs? Find out more about shared responsibilities between industry and education for a promising future.
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Considering Modern Apprenticeships Tacoma - Pierce County Chamber of Commerce Manufacturing-Industries-Maritime Meeting April 29, 2014 AndriesBreedt Breedt Production Tooling & Design, LLC
Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) http://worldmaritimenews.com/archives/115182/nswc-completes-first-ship-model-using-3-d-printer-usa/
What ARE THE Drawbacks? What are the benefits? Is now the right time to start?
Common Objections • costs money • no one to train them • not efficient, productivity suffers • apprentices seek work elsewhere after training
Collaboration vital for Success • Shared responsibility within the industry -to create cultural value for manufacturing -to create the future we collectively envision • Shared responsibility between industry and education • National Control Board for a systemic approach