Advanced Manufacturing Training and Testing

Workforce 4.0

As the manufacturing industry shifts to automation, robotics, additive manufacturing, and digitalization, it becomes increasingly sophisticated. To keep up with competition and advancing technology, you need skilled workers who are well-versed in advanced Industry 4.0 technologies, and who work well in your company.

Bring your Industry 4.0 workforce needs to the Automation and Robotics Center. We can connect you with people completing relevant trainings, help you organize an apprenticeship pipeline, and create custom trainings for your current employees.

Upskilling to Meet Demand

Save valuable time and money—by upskilling your existing employees. It’s a cost-effective and an efficient solution that rewards the workers you already know.

Upskilling your workers strengthens your business, from the inside out. By investing in your current workforce, you can improve employee morale and reduce turnover.

Advanced Manufacturing Training & Certification

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" We worked with Hawkeye and used the Amatrol Learning Management System to upskill new hires in blueprint reading quickly and effectively. This approach brought employees up to speed 50% faster, reducing on-the-job training time and allowing them to apply their skills immediately. "
  • Joan Knock
  • O'Neal Manufacturing Services

Why Hawkeye

Modern Automation Systems Hands-On Training

At Hawkeye’s Automation and Robotics Center, your employees get hands-on experience with all the key systems used in a modern automated factory. They’ll train on complete systems and their components, building the skills and knowledge needed to keep production machines running smoothly.

24/7 eLearning + Live Instructors Build Real-World Skills with Amatrol Virtual Training

Master technical skills with Amatrol's interactive virtual training, available at Hawkeye. As a global leader in career and technical education, Amatrol offers flexible, skills-focused eLearning that lets you train at your own pace, revisit challenging topics, and move quickly through what you already know. You’ll engage with simulations, interactive exercises, and even practice on real industrial equipment at the Automation and Robotics Center.

Learning That Fits Your Schedule Flex Format

Learn at your own pace with our flex format. You can move through your online lessons whenever it works for you, and stop by the lab for hands-on practice anytime staff are available. It’s an easy way to fit training into your schedule while still getting real, practical experience.

Stackable Industry 4.0 Credentials

Our Advanced Manufacturing curriculum is module-based and can be stacked for industry-recognized credentials from acknowledged leaders including FANUC, Rockwell, and the Smart Automation Certification Alliance (SACA).

Cost Effective Solutions

The training rates include all your costs—instructor fees, manuals, programming and curriculum, facilities, certificates, and consultation.

Customized Training

We can develop your training to meet the specific needs and objectives of your organization. We'll consider your time, content, budget, audience, and location when tailoring your training.

Let's Connect

From Classroom to Career Connect with Skilled, Job-Ready Talent

Connect with potential employees who already have the hands-on skills your business needs. These learners train on industry-standard equipment and gain real-world experience, making them job-ready from day one. Partnering with our programs helps you meet skilled candidates, build your talent pipeline, and strengthen your workforce for the future.

" When businesses have the people to innovate, compete, and grow, and when people have the skills and opportunities to put their talent to work, there’s no limit to what they can accomplish. "
  • Todd Holcomb, EdD
  • President, Hawkeye Community College

State-of-the-Art Training Facility

The Latest Technology Automation & Robotics Center

Step into the Automation and Robotics Center, Iowa’s first facility of its kind, dedicated to advanced manufacturing and Industry 4.0 technologies. Gain hands-on experience using real-world equipment, including robotics, PLCs, machine vision systems, smart sensors, and more. Build the technical skills and experience employers are looking for on the modern factory floor.

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Funding for Training

Automation, robotics, mechatronics, and the Industrial Internet of Things (IIoT) have all changed the skills needed in manufacturing. You can count on the Automation and Robotics Center at Hawkeye Community College to offer the training, testing, and certification of those skills.

Training is good for business and can help you gain and retain employees. We help you connect with resources that, if your business and training qualify, could make the training free.

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Contact Us

Automation and Robotics Center

319-296-4447
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TechWorks Campus
360 Westfield Ave
Waterloo, IA 50701

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Associate Director

Nick Pedersen
319-296-2320 ext. 3004
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