AI for Advanced Manufacturing
AI Training for Manufacturing
This Generative AI training includes a blend of instructional content, live demonstrations, and facilitated exercises. Participants will work individually and in small groups to learn about AI and to identify company problems that could be solved using AI tools.
Participants will build foundational knowledge of how Generative AI works and how to use it effectively through strong prompts. They will also learn to identify high-value AI applications for their facility and day-to-day work and prioritize the projects.
Students will:
• Learn through a blend of live demonstrations, facilitated exercises, and peer
discussions.
• Work individually and in small groups.
Outline of Course Topics:
1. Generative AI Overview
o Understanding AI and its evolution
2. Prompt Engineering
o Techniques for effective communication with AI models
3. Applied Manufacturing Use Cases for Generative AI
o Understanding how AI capabilities can support manufacturing operations across
multiple departments
4. Data Preparation and Analysis
o Using AI for data cleaning, summarization, and analysis
5. Creative Content Generation and Vision Capabilities
o Generating and interpreting text, images, and video with AI
6. Information Verification Methods
o Methods to ensure AI output accuracy and validity
7. Data Security and AI Policy Considerations
8. Participant Identification of Potential Company AI Projects
Why this type of training is important to manufacturers:
Manufacturers need practical ways to improve efficiency and boost competitiveness.
This course:
- Builds Foundational AI Understanding: The training provides an accessible introduction
to generative AI, helping participants grasp core concepts,
capabilities, and practical manufacturing capabilities.
- Develops Capability to Experiment with AI Tools: Practical AI demonstrations equip
participants to start testing AI tools confidently when they return to
their operations.
- Provides Manufacturing-Specific Context: Participants see relevant use cases across departments (I.e. Quality, Production,
- Purchasing, Finance), helping them understand where AI could fit in their business. They also work in groups to identify and share potential company projects.
Supplemental Course Material: Presentation slide workbook handouts
Target Audience: Leadership team members and employees that conduct computer work
Duration: 8 hours
Next Training Offering:
Wednesday, March 11th, 2026
8am - 4:30pm with (1 hr. lunch)
Training Location:
Corning Community College Airport Corporate Park Campus - Room 104
360 Daniel Zenker Drive
Horseheads, NY 14845
Cost: $450.00
Your Instructor: Alliance for Manufacturing & Technology (AMT)
AMT is a leader in assisting local manufacturers in overcoming the challenges of today’s competitive economy. They have a highly skilled team of experts who have many years of industry experience combined with extensive consulting, training, and coaching experience. They are business advisors who have built a reputation for understanding and meeting manufacturers' needs with expert solutions. AMT is a unique resource for manufacturers seeking to increase sales, streamline operations, achieve certifications, reduce costs, create jobs, and prosper in the following counties: Broome, Chemung, Chenango, Delaware, Schuyler, Steuben, Tioga, and Tompkins.
Cancellations with less than 3 days notice or failure to attend (No Shows) the first day of class will not qualify for a refund or reduction of charges.
Students may cancel 3 days or more prior to the day of class and receive a full refund. We solidify dates with instructors 3 days prior to the start of the class (or reschedule/cancel) and it is dependent upon enrollment. Cancellations with less than 3 days notice can not be refunded). Notification maybe done by phone to the Office of Workforce Education (607-936-5501) or email to ilearn@corning-cc.edu
Businesses in Chemung, Schuyler and Steuben interested in seeking funding to send promising leaders from their organizations to this training should contact CSS Workforce NY at 607-937-8337.
SUNY Corning Community College is committed to ensuring equal access to students with disabilities. If you believe that you will need accommodations while taking this course, please contact Accessibility Services by phone 607-962-9262 or email Accessibility@corning-cc.edu to begin the process of requesting accommodations. We strive to coordinate accommodations in a timely manner, but some accommodations may not be available when you need them if you do not give timely notice.