VU’s Gibson County Center for Advanced Manufacturing and Logistics offers manufacturing and logistics programs, as well as general education, for both new students and current members of the workforce who seek to expand their skills and remain competitive.
The center features certified, licensed faculty and staff who have significant experience both within the industry and instruction. New and revised curricula reinforce the soft skills needed by Indiana’s 21st century technician, including problem solving, communications, ethics, leadership, teamwork, management, organization, and financial planning. In addition, the Center’s programs are designed for growing career fields such as:
- 21st century logistics and distribution
- Computer-integrated manufacturing
- Injection molding/tool and die
- Robotics
- Welding
- Electronics
- Industrial maintenance
- Heavy Equipment
The $12 million facility is located adjacent to major area manufacturers that directly benefit from the training offered at the Gibson County Center. The State of Indiana and contributions of business and industry partners helped VU create the 57,342 square-foot facility that serves employers, employees, and prospective students within southwestern Indiana’s industrial corridor.
For more information, please contact the Gibson Center at 812-888-2888 or Dennis Liechty at 812-888-2890 or dliechty@vinu.edu.
