Welcome to the Manufacturing and Applied Technology Center


"Manufacturing is the engine that drives American prosperity and is central to our economic and national security.  Every $1.00 in manufactured goods generates an additional $1.43 worth of additional economic activity--more than any other economic sector."N.E.M.A 2009


Building 3 MATC

The MATC is a 26,000 square foot, manufacturing training facility on COCC's Redmond Campus.

Since 2001, the MATC has been creating the employees of tomorrow for Central Oregon manufacturers.

MATC- A Different Way to Learn

The MATC is a self-paced learning environment. You can come to the MATC during any times that the center is open. You work at your own pace while staying in regular contact with your instructors and facilitators.  Using a checklist system, MATC students move step-by-step through their assignments that include reading, calculations, and practical labs. Because of the self-based system, the MATC is able present a wide variety of topics every term as you work towards your certificates and degrees.

One key aspect of our program is in the use of E-Learning. About 70 percent of the first year curriculum and a number of second year courses use these internet based interactive teaching tools. E-learning gives students more schedule flexibility as class content can be viewed from home.

The education offered through the MATC provides not only technical proficiency, but also broad-based life skills as you work your way towards a Certificate or Degree.  Learning self-discipline and personal work ethics skills allows you to move ahead in your career and succeed in today's demanding job market.