The Advanced Automation and Robotics (AART) degree was developed with input from the Indiana Automotive Council, A group of world class employers including Cummins, Subaru, Chrysler, General Motors, Aisin USA, and Honda. It is designed to maximize student learning and outcomes by combining internships with applied classroom education in advanced manufacturing to best prepare students for exciting and potentially high paying careers. The program is modeled after the most effective and efficient way to rain highly skilled employees-apprenticeships.