Industrial Training and Assessment Center
(ITAC)
CGCC's team was awarded the 2026 ITAC Center of the Year Manufacturing Outcomes Award for outstanding real-world support and engagement with small and mid-sized manufacturers by the US Department of Energy
CGCC’s Industrial Training and Assessment Center (ITAC) connects students, faculty, and regional employers through hands-on advanced manufacturing, applied problem-solving, and workforce training. The center helps small- and medium-sized manufacturers improve efficiency, reduce costs, and strengthen the technical workforce in the Columbia Gorge.
What you can do at CGCC's ITAC?
- Connect industry needs with student learning and real-world technical projects
- Explore additive manufacturing and rapid prototyping
- Access applied training connected to advanced manufacturing careers
- Support process improvement, productivity, and energy-use reduction for regional manufacturers
Who ITAC serves:
- Students preparing for high-demand technical careers
- Small- and medium-sized manufacturers seeking innovation and efficiency support
- Employers looking to strengthen workforce skills and explore advanced manufacturing technologies
Technology focus areas:
- Additive manufacturing
- Laser sintering
- Rapid prototyping
- Manufacturing productivity and process improvement