Freres Manufacturing

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About the Program

The Manufacturing program covers the foundational knowledge and skills required for an advanced manufacturing environment. These courses include Advanced Manufacturing industrial processing, CAD designing, and Welding Fabrication. The program is a multi-course series designed around project-based learning with hands-on industry applications. It introduces a variety of technologies, designs, and automated machine operations currently used in industry.

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Meet the Team

Pablo Alejandro Lozano, also known as Alex, is a licensed educator who teaches a Career and Technical Education Manufacturing program in Salem, Oregon. He has been a dedicated member of the Willamette Career Academy (WCA) since 2022. He earned a Bachelor of Science in Agriculture and Food Systems, with a major in Agricultural Education from Washington State University. In March of 2026, Mr. L. also received his Master of Science degree in Curriculum and Instruction in STEM from Southern Oregon University. He has 26 years of trade experience as a journey-level electrician, welder/fabricator, and industrial packaging mechanic specialist.

Thank you for your dedication to the manufacturing program Mr. Lozano and Mr. Laurido! 

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Course Descriptions & Certifications

Year One - Manufacturing

  • * Intro to Advanced Manufacturing

    * CAD/CAM Design

    * Intro to Welding/Fabrication

  • * Reading proficiency at 10th grade level

    * Must have successfully completed Algebra 1 or higher

    * Excellent high school attendance record

    * Basic drafting, manufacturing technology or metals classes are recommended

    * Strong knowledge of keyboarding and computer skills recommended

    * Use defined standards of shop and work safety

Year Two - Manufacturing

  • * Advanced Materials and Design

    * Automated Machine Operation

    * Advanced Welding/Fabrication

  • * Must pass 1st year program and meet/demonstrate competence of course standards to qualify for 2nd year; limited space available

    Note:

    * May need to provide own health insurance to participate in internships

    * May need to provide own transportation to internship site and provide current car insurance

Certifications & College Credits

  • * OSHA Certification (Shop Safety)

    * American Welding Standards (AWS) Certification

    * Smart Automations Certifications Alliance (SACA)

    * Forklift / Scissor List Certification (potential for those 18yo)

    *Flagger Certification

Recent Program Updates

  • First Day of School

    9.1.2026 8:00 AM - 2:30 PM

    The first day will be fun and packed with activities to help students get to know their program space!

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