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Applied Technology

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Department Chair

Jon Larson

Department Support

Tammisha Morris

Contact Information

Office Phone

Main: 231-777-0333

Campus Email

tammisha.morris@muskegoncc.edu

Office Location:

Sturrus Technology Center 220

Overview of Applied Technology

The Technology and Engineering Department at Muskegon Community College provides comprehensive education and training in various technical fields, focusing on hands-on learning and practical skills to prepare students for successful careers in manufacturing and technology.

 

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Areas of Study

Agriculture
Alternative & Renewable Energy
Automotive Technology
Biomedical Engineering Technology
CAD/CNC
Electricity
Engineering Technology (AAS)
Engineering (AS)
Food Processing Technology and Safety
Food Science
Industrial Electricity
Machining Technology
Manufacturing Technology
Urban Forest Management
Welding Technology

Related Degrees

Agriculture (AAS)

MI Transfer Degree

Apprenticeship Certificate

MI Transfer Degree

Automotive Technology (AAS)

MI Transfer Degree

Associate in Science and Arts (ASA)

MI Transfer Degree

CAD/CNC (AAS)

MI Transfer Degree

CAD/CNC Certificate

MI Transfer Degree

Computer-Aided Design Solidworks Certifications

MI Transfer Degree

Engineering Technology (AAS)

MI Transfer Degree

Food Processing Technology (AAS)

MI Transfer Degree

Machining Technology (AAS)

MI Transfer Degree

Machining Technology Certificate

MI Transfer Degree

Manufacturing Machine Repair Certificate

MI Transfer Degree

Industrial Electricity Certificate

MI Transfer Degree

Computer-Aided Design Technology Certificate

MI Transfer Degree

Computer-Aided Design Technology (AAS)

MI Transfer Degree

Electronics Engineering Technology (AAS)

MI Transfer Degree

Manufacturing Technology (AAS)

MI Transfer Degree

Manufacturing Technology Certificate

MI Transfer Degree
Welding class

Welding Technology (AAS)

MI Transfer Degree
Welding class

Welding Technology Certificate

MI Transfer Degree
Welding class

AWS Welding Certifications

MI Transfer Degree
Urban forest management

Urban Forest Management (AAS)

MI Transfer Degree

Wind & Solar Certificate

MI Transfer Degree

Quality Assurance Certificate

MI Transfer Degree

Patternmakers Certificate

MI Transfer Degree

Mechatronics Certificate

MI Transfer Degree

Manufacturing Automation Certificate

MI Transfer Degree

Electronics Technology Certificate

MI Transfer Degree

Faculty & Staff

Charles Ammond
Faculty

MY BACKGROUND

  • Hometown: Grand Rapids, MI
  • High School: East Grand Rapids High School
  • Professional Experience: Professional experience in process control, system design, and factory automation in graphic arts, industrial baking, dairy, incentive based recycling, solar electric & hot water, and wind turbines. Teaching experience at Clove Creek Artists, Urban Institute for the Contemporary Arts, Kalamazoo Valley Community College, Midwest Renewable Energy Association, and Muskegon Community College. Certified Solar Installation Professional through NABCEP.
  • Academic Degrees: Associates of Science, Grand Rapids Junior College, Bachelors of Science, Electrical Engineering, University of Michigan, Masters of Business Administration, Grand Valley State University
  • Classes Taught: Renewable and Alternative Energy courses, Technical Math, Electronics and Electricity classes, Intro to Technology, and Computer Repair & A+ Certification prep.

MORE ABOUT ME

  • I have been a photographer and photo instructor since the 1980s.
  • I have worked in Switzerland, Denmark, England, and Belgium.
  • My first professional job was in Newburgh, NY where my wife and I lived for six years.
  • It’s hard to move away from mountains.
Gayl Beals
Faculty/Automotive Technology

Nathan Bender
Faculty

MY BACKGROUND

  • Hometown: Big Rapids, MI
  • High School: Morley-Stanwood High School
  • Professional Experience: Instructor at Thompson M-Tec. – 11 Years
    Instructor at Careerline Technical Center – 4 Years
    Machining Paraprofessional at Careerline Technical Center – 7 years
    Tool and Die Apprentice at TransMatic – 3 years
    Screw Machine Operator at H&R Screw Machine Products – 2 years
  • Academic Degrees: A.A.S. Manufacturing Tooling Technology/Ferris State University, B.A. Technical Education/Ferris State University, M.A. Workforce and Educational Development/Western Michigan University
  • Classes Taught: Basic, Intermediate and Advanced Machining, NC/CNC Programming, 2D and 3D CAD/CAM, Moldmaking, Basic Diemaking

MORE ABOUT ME

  • I have two daughters.
  • I enjoy hunting and fishing.
  • I enjoy boating and spending time on the water.
  • “Whether you think you can or think you can’t, you’re right” – Henry Ford
Jeff Johnston
Faculty

MY BACKGROUND

  • Hometown: Nunica, Michigan
  • Professional Experience: Product Development and Design Engineer for 25 years Two patents in Heavy Duty Truck Industry Development of Engine Cam Phasing and Lifter Designs
  • Academic Degrees: Bachelor of Science Mechanical Engineering – Michigan State University, Master of Science Mechanical Engineering – Michigan State University,
  • Classes Taught: CAD 120, CAD 135, CAD 151, CAD 240, CAD 250 MET 101, MET 201 TMAT 102, TMAT 201

MORE ABOUT ME

  • Snow and Skiing … in that order
  • Travelled Europe for Engineering Projects – 10 countries in all
  • All things are difficult before they are easy. Thomas Fuller
  • If all else fails – READ
Jon Larson
Faculty - Department Chair

MY BACKGROUND

  • Hometown: Muskegon, MI
  • High School: Orchard View High School
  • Professional Experience: Associate Professor at GRCC for 5 years
    Engineering Manager and Electrical Engineer at Shape Corp for 4 years
    Electrical Engineer at Espec North America for 2 years
  • Academic Degrees: Bachelor of Science Mechanical Engineering from Kettering University, Bachelor of Science Electrical Engineering from Kettering University, Masters Degree in Engineering from Kettering University
  • Classes Taught: Basic and Advanced PLC’s, Basic Electricity and Electronics, Industrial Electronics, Industrial Electricity, Electronics Math

MORE ABOUT ME

  • I have 4 kids all boys.
  • I have triplets.
  • At one point I had 4 kids under the age of 3.
  • I love to watch and quote movies.
  • I enjoy fishing.
Kathy Liefer
Faculty

MY BACKGROUND

  • Hometown: Muskegon, MI
  • High School: Mona Shores
  • Professional Experience: Before beginning my college teaching career I spent twenty years working in industry as a manufacturing engineer for Sealed Power/Dana/Mahle in Muskegon Heights. Over the years, I worked in machine/tool design, project engineering and process development.
  • Academic Degrees: Bachelor of Science/Mechanical Engineering (Michigan State University), Master of Science/Engineering Management (Western Michigan University),
  • Classes Taught: AMT129 (Introduction to Technology), CAD110 (Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting), CAD210 (Parametric Design I), CAD250 (Introduction to SolidWorks), CAD260 (CAD Capstone) & TMAT101A/102A/201 (Technical Math I, II, III), , II, III)

MORE ABOUT ME

  • I love to travel. I like to go anywhere where I can see beautiful country: mountains, rivers, waterfalls, oceans, etc…
  • I enjoy most outdoor activities like hiking, biking, pickleball & golf.
  • I also like to read & listen to music.
Tom Sumerix
Faculty

MY BACKGROUND

  • Hometown: Muskegon, MI
  • High School: Muskegon High School
  • Professional Experience: I served nearly 20 years in the field as a welder working at various companies gaining as much experience as possible. My former MCC welding instructor helped me decide what I wanted to do with my career in welding by suggesting teaching the trade. I began my teaching career in Wisconsin at Fox Valley Technical College, then moved on to teach at Hobart Institute of Welding Technology. Furthering my experience in education, I was approached to head up the welding program at Cincinnati State Technical and Community College. Being from Muskegon and an alumni of this welding program, I thought it would be an honor to teach in the footsteps of my instructors before me. I really enjoy teaching others the skilled trade of welding. I found my calling in education and I am here to help others find theirs now.
  • Academic Degrees: A.A.S. Welding Technology/ Muskegon Community College, B.S. Career and Technical Education/ Western Michigan University, M.Ed Curriculum and Instruction/ Concordia University (Portland)
  • Classes Taught: All Welding Technology courses.

MORE ABOUT ME

  • AWS Certified Welding Inspector, AWS Certified Welding Educator, AWS Certified Welding Supervisor
  • Welding started for me at the Muskegon Vocational Center in 9th Grade.
  • Wife Beth, 3 Children, Aden, Arianna and Ella
  • I have lived in 3 states.
  • Avid Outdoorsman- Hunting, Fishing, Camping
  • “Those that know, do. Those that understand, teach.” Aristotle
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