Abstract:
The following report summarizes the findings of a needs assessment implemented by OCC's
Office of Planning & Analysis. Designed to evaluate declining enrollments in the Robotics
program in light of current employer needs and industry trends, the report incorporates
information from the Occupational Outlook Handbook, the Michigan Employment Security
Commission, and the Michigan Occupational Information System with data collected through
student and employer surveys and interviews with industry experts. Where appropriate, faculty
members and program coordinators at peer institutions were consulted.
