Matt is a senior research technician at the University of Kentucky's Institute of Sustainable Manufacturing. He shares his career path, starting from Somerset Community College, where he earned a 3D printing technician certificate, to working at Blue Origin in Washington State and then returning to Kentucky. Matt emphasizes the importance of problem-solving, interpersonal skills, and continuous learning in his field. He advises aspiring technicians to apply themselves and be open to new opportunities. Matt highlights the growing demand for additive manufacturing technicians.

The Talking Technicians podcast is produced by MNT-EC, the Micro Nano Technology Education Center, through financial support from the National Science Foundation's Advanced Technological Education grant program.

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Links from the show:

Episode Web Page:

https://micronanoeducation.org/students-parents/talking-technicians-podcast/

Somerset Community College 3D Printing Technician - Digital Printing Technology Program:

https://somerset.kctcs.edu/education-training/program-finder/digital-printing-technology-3d-printing.aspx