TechAMP
BRIDGE THE GAP
LEAD THE FUTURE
The Technologist Advanced Manufacturing Program (TechAMP) is a 12-month certificate curriculum designed by the Massachusetts Institute of Technology’s (MIT) LEAP Group.
TechAMP at a Glance
12 MONTHS
ONLINE LECTURES
HANDS-ON LABS
WORKPLACE CAPSTONE
14 HOURS / WEEK
Testimonials
Who Should Apply?
• Technicians with 3+ years of
experience
• Individuals seeking shop-floor
leadership roles
• Working professionals needing
flexible learning
• Those ready to bridge tech and
engineering
What Does TechAMP Offer?
Bridge the Gap
Connect technician expertise
with engineering-level thinking
and leadership skills
Career Ladder
A structured path from skilled technician to confident shop-floor leader.
Real-World Impact
Apply learning directly to your workplace from day one of the program.
Curriculum Offerings
The "hub" curriculum consists of a fundamental set of critical thinking modules: the why in manufacturing.
The curriculum also includes eight "spokes" that teach students how to do things like robotics, digital manufacturing, and CNC machining.
Interactive simulations help students learn and understand complex and abstract concepts. Each Hub and six of eight Spokes will have an authentic simulation designed specifically for that topic.
Why Apply Now?
Thanks to current grant fund, TechAMP is completely free for participating employers and students furing the 2026-2027 program year. This is expected to be the final year the program will be offered at no cost, making now the ideal time to invest in your workforce.
The Berkshire Innovation Center is now accepting nominations for the Fall 2026 TechAMP cohort and we invite you to consider nominating an employee who is ready to take the next step in their career.
If you have an employee you would like to participate in this exciting training opportunity, please complete the student registration form for the 2026 - 2027 program by Friday, August 7th.
This program is fully grant funded and space is limited.
TechAMP in the News
TechAMP Lands in the Berkshires
TechAMP fills the 'Missing Middle'
TechAMP Cohort Bridges the Gap
Fall 2026 Semester
September 14 – January 6
Holiday break December 21 - January 1
Mondays and Wednesdays
5:00 PM – 8:00 PM
These 3-hour labs will be held in-person at the Berkshire Innovation Center, 45 Woodlawn Avenue, Pittsfield
The curriculum for the Fall semester will consist of the hubs – or “why” – of manufacturing and will focus on:
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Statistical Process Control
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Manufacturing Systems
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Technical Leadership
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Operations Management
Spring 2027 Semester
January 11 - May 10
Mondays and Wednesdays
5:00 PM - 8:00 PM
No Labs on January 18, February 15, February 17, April 19, or April 21
These 3-hour labs will be held in-person at Berkshire Innovation Center, 45 Woodlawn Avenue, Pittsfield.
The curriculum for the Spring semester will focus on the spokes – or “how” – of manufacturing. The Berkshire Innovation Center will be teaching the following four spokes:
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Mechatronics
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Machining
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Digital Manufacturing
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Design and Manufacturing Fundamentals
Summer 2027 Program
During the Summer of 2027, the students will focus on a capstone project.
More information on this will be provided.