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The Computer Graphics Technology program is a comprehensive curriculum that merges art and technology into communication and commerce tools for businesses. This program helps students acquire the necessary skills to succeed in the graphics industry using a unique combination of real-life projects, an on-the-job atmosphere, and lab instruction. 

This program will prepare students for a wide range of services in this creative field. This program teaches print design mediums (screen printing, advertisements, packaging, and publications) as well as electronic design mediums (web, video, motion graphics, introductory 3D design) to meet the growing demand of this field. Students learn fundamentals such as drawing and basic composition, photography, storyboarding, and typography to develop their own creative style. Working with Adobe Creative Suite and other industry-standard software gives students the technical skills and experience they need to be viable candidates in a rapidly growing and competitive industry. 

Students graduate with a portfolio developed specifically for their field of interest as well as learn job search techniques, participate in mock interviews, and learn to develop strategies in order to continue to build their professionalism post-graduation. 

Learn more or apply today at: www.nwktc.edu/programs/computer-graphics-technology

Michael Zimmerman is the Mechanical Engineering Instructor at Northwest Tech, with a Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering Technology, multiple Autodesk certifications, and is an American Composites Manufacturers Association-Certified Composites Technician-Instructor. With over a decade of experience in teaching engineering technology and mechanical engineering technology programs at Northwest Tech, Mr. Zimmerman is a seasoned professional. His extensive experience in the engineering and manufacturing industry in central Kansas from 2006-2011 has added to his credentials and expertise.

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The Northwest Tech Automotive Technology program allows you to start with and develop the basic fundamentals before advancing to the necessary job skills and related work procedures needed to gain employment in the automotive industry. This progression will include the use of technical service manuals, testing equipment, electronic ignition systems, rear, front, and four-wheel drive, and power steering and brakes.

We are continually updating our curriculum to assure that you, our students, are able to work with the same tools and equipment found in the industry today. As advanced technology is introduced with new automobiles each year, electronics are used in brakes, transmission, steering systems, and a variety of other components. You will use the latest with up-to-date computerized diagnostic devices and much more.

The shop training is set up in a very similar way to repair bays in an automotive dealership. We schedule customer work from the community so that the learning environment is hands-on for job training. You learn actual on-the-job procedures for trouble shooting, looking up parts, figuring a job sheet and relating with customers.

Learn more or apply today: www.nwktc.edu/programs/automotive-technology

Goodland, KS. (06/20/2023)  – Point Guard U Basketball Camp just finished their
camp this last week in Goodland, where kids, 3rd through 12th grade, got the
opportunity to improve their basketball skills and learn from some of the best
coaches in the region.

"We couldn't be more grateful to Northwest Tech for their sponsorship of Point
Guard U Basketball Camp," commented National Camp Director Reed Warner. "We
were able to provide scholarships to a group of talented young athletes who
otherwise might not have had the opportunity to attend our camp. Northwest Tech
has truly shown a commitment to shaping the future of young athletes and
empowering them with knowledge and skills that extend far beyond the basketball
court."

"We are pleased to continue the partnership and value the opportunity students get
by attending PGU in Goodland every year'" said Athletic Director Rory Kling." The
ability to show off our facilities and introduce our coaches to a variety of ages only
helps grow our basketball programs in the area.

Point Guard University is a basketball training academy located in South Bend,
Indiana. The camp focuses on point guard training while also working on shooting,
ball-handling, and passing skills with modern training methods that aim to get
players outside the box and to the next level. Point Guard U has a summer camp
tour each year spanning across the United States. The camps are week-long and
feature coaches and players from multiple regions. You can learn more about Point
Guard U at pointguarduniversity.com.

Michael Vars - Cloud & Crypto Computing Student

After moving to Goodland with my wife, I didn't know what to do for myself. I decided to go back to school at Northwest Tech. They are providing an education and drive for me to pursue a career in something I enjoy, web and app development!