The Machine Tool Operation Technical Diploma is a 30 Credit program. The following is a typical semester breakdown of the courses within the program.

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COLLEGE 101 (10890165)

1.00

Examines proven strategies designed to help learners achieve greater personal, academic, and professional success. Learners will apply personal responsibility thinking and behaviors; self- management, awareness, and motivation strategies; as well as interdependence skills to develop a proactive life plan.

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MACHINE TOOL SAFETY AND BASIC TOOL USE (32420100)

1.00

Prepares learners for Machine Tool Lab classes. Safety, the use of basic hand tools, power tools, and an overview of Manual and CNC machines are covered to aid the prospective machinist to work safely and efficiently in a Machine Tool Lab.

Condition: Accepted into the Basic Machining Technical Diploma, Machine Tool Operations Technical Diploma, or Machine Tool Technics Technical Diploma, or with Dean or Associate Dean approval.

INTRODUCTION TO MACHINE TOOL (32420101)

2.00

Apply and learn the operation of mills, lathes, drilling, grinding and general machining practices. This course is designed to give the learner the theory and hands-on training leading to the ability to work in a Machine Tool Lab. Individual part fabricating and precision measurement are covered.

Pre/Coreq: 32420100 MACHINE TOOL SAFETY & BASIC TOOL USE. Condition: Accepted into the Basic Machining Technical Diploma, Machine Tool Operations Technical Diploma, or Machine Tool Technics Technical Diploma, or with Dean or Associate Dean approval.

MATHMATICS FOR MACHINE TOOL (32420102)

1.00

Provides fundamental applications of basic arithmetic skills involving whole numbers, fractions and decimals, introducing basic algebra while solving problems using provided formulas unique and specific to the machining trade.

Condition: Accepted into the Basic Machining Technical Diploma, Manufacturing Technician Technical Diploma, Machine Tool Operations Technical Diploma, or Machine Tool Technics Technical Diploma, or with Dean or Associate Dean approval.

CNC MILLING MACHINE FUNDAMENTALS 1 (32420103)

3.00

Introduces the learner to basic CNC Milling setup and operation. Learners begin the course understanding the control panel of a CNC Milling Machine, common tooling used in a CNC Milling Machine and program set-up sheets. From there, learners run existing programs and eventually make minor edits to produce parts to print specifications.

Prerequisite: 10-420-120 MACHINE TOOL PROCESSES 1. Condition: Accepted into the Basic Machining, Machine Tool Technics or Machine Tool Operation Technical Diploma, or with Dean or Associate Dean approval.

CNC TURNING MACHINE FUNDAMENTALS 1 (32420104)

2.00

Introduces the learner to basic CNC Turning setup and operation. Learners begin the course understanding the control panel of a CNC Turning Machine, common tooling used in a CNC Turning Machine and program set-up sheets. From there, learners run existing programs and eventually make minor edits to produce parts to print specifications.

Prerequisite: 32-420-120 MACHINE TOOL PROCESSES 1. Condition: Accepted into the Basic Machining, Machine Tool Technics or Machine Tool Operation Technical Diploma, or with Dean or Associate Dean approval.

MACHINE TOOL PROCESSES 1 (32420120)

2.00

Applies shop safety guidelines and becomes familiar with common machine shop equipment. Focuses on drill press, power saw, elementary lathe and mill operations and pedestal grinding machines. Learners will gain knowledge in layout tools and procedures and the proper use of hand tools in the shop.

Pre/Corequisites: 32-420-100 MACHINE TOOL SAFETY AND BASIC TOOL USE, 10-420-101 INTRO TO MACHINE SHOP or 32-420-101 INTRO TO MACHINE TOOL, 32-420-122 PRINT READING FOR THE MACHINE TRADES 1 and 32-420-338 PRECISION INSPECTION.

PRINT READING FOR THE MACHINE TRADES 1 (32420122)

1.00

Develop basic proficiency in reading and interpreting machine tool prints. Learners will learn the communication process between designer and machinist.

Condition: Accepted into Machine Tool Technics Technical Diploma, Machine Tool Operation Technical Diploma, Basic Machining Technical Diploma, Manufacturing Technician Technical Diploma, Machine Tool - Basic Certificate, Virtual Machine Tool Programming Certificate, Industrial Laser Operator-Machine Tool Certificate or with Dean or Associate Dean approval.

PRECISION INSPECTION (32420338)

1.00

Measure machined parts using basic theory and practice of mechanical inspection. Learners will experience quality control using dimensional metrology instruments.

Condition: Accepted into the Basic Machining Technical Diploma, Manufacturing Technician Technical Diploma, Machine Tool Operations Technical Diploma, or Machine Tool Technics Technical Diploma, Machine Tool Basics Certificate or with Dean or Associate Dean approval.

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MACHINE TOOL PROGRAMMING 1 (32420339)

1.00

Provides fundamentals of computer-controlled machine tools to include conversational language and basic G & M code programming. Emphasis on increasing productivity, setup procedures, reliability, repeatability and flexibility. Basic G & M codes work coordinates machine axis information associated with CNC machining will be taught.

Condition: Accepted into the Basic Machining Technical Diploma, Machine Tool Technics Technical Diploma, Machine Tool Operation Technical Diploma, Manufacturing Technician Technical Diploma, Machine Tool Basics Certificate or Virtual Machine Tool Programming Certificate or with Dean or Associate Dean approval.

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PRINT READING FOR THE MACHINE TRADES 2 (32420105)

1.00

Develop intermediate skills with the use of orthographic projection drawings, interpretation of print symbols, dimensioning standards, tolerance standards, assembly drawings, section and auxiliary views.

Pre/Corequisite: 32-420-122 PRINT READING FOR THE MACHINE TRADES 1.

MACHINE TOOL PROCESSES 3 (32420106)

2.00

Produces parts using basic applications of calculations and formulas. Emphasis will be placed on increasing the total mastery of all the equipment to produce a quality part as efficiently as possible.

Prerequisite: 32-420-121 MACHINE TOOL PROCESSES 2.

TECHNICAL COMMUNICATION FOR MACHINE TOOL (32420107)

1.00

Analyzes trade specific workplace communication situations to develop professional verbal and written communication skills by filling out job routing sheets, material requisitions, emailing vendors, job setup sheets, quoting jobs, cover letters, resume writing, and mock interviews.

Condition: Accepted into the Basic Machining Technical Diploma, Machine Tool Operations Technical Diploma, or Machine Tool Technics Technical Diploma, or with Dean or Associate Dean approval.

CNC MILLING MACHINE FUNDAMENTALS 2 (32420108)

3.00

Trains the leaner how to set-up and run CNC Milling Machines. Learners will obtain knowledge on proper tooling selection, creating accurate set-up sheets, writing G & M Code programs, and proving out programs for part accuracy. Learners then will be required to produce parts to print specifications.

Prerequisite: 32-420-103 CNC Milling Machine Fundamentals 1.

CNC TURNING MACHINE FUNDAMENTALS 2 (32420109)

2.00

Trains the leaner how to set-up and run CNC Turning Machines. Learners will obtain knowledge on proper tooling selection, creating accurate set-up sheets, writing G & M Code programs, and proving out programs for part accuracy. Learners then will be required to produce parts to print specifications.

Prerequisite: 32-420-105 CNC Turning Machine Fundamentals 1.

MACHINE TOOL PROCESSES 2 (32420121)

3.00

Applies basic methodology and operations of lathes, mills and grinding machines. Focuses on speeds and feeds, basic work holding devices and cutting tools. Milling machine applications to include: project planning, basic milling machine setups and operations and in-process inspection. Lathe applications to include: work planning, basic lathe setups to utilize basic work holding practices and in-process inspection.

Pre/Corequisite: 32-420-120 MACHINE TOOL PROCESSES 1.

MACHINE TOOL CALCULATIONS (32420305)

2.00

Provides competency for common machine shop mathematics. An emphasis will be placed on problem solving skills using the metric system, common machining formulas from the machinery handbook and right triangle trigonometry. This course will focus on calculations that are common and unique in the machine trades.

Pre/Corequisite: 31-804-305 APPLIED MATHEMATICS 1.

INTRODUCTION TO CAD/CAM (32420655)

1.00

Develop basic skills creating 2D and 3D geometry part models using Computer-Aided Design (CAD). Learners will then learn how to create CNC tool paths using Computer-Aided Machining (CAM). Learners will also learn file management by saving, converting, and working with different file types.

Condition: Accepted into the Basic Machining TD, Machine Tool Technics TD, Machine Tool Operation TD or with Dean or Associate Dean approval.

Test-Out Option Term Definitions

Test

An exam that is scored by faculty or staff in NTC’s Testing Center.

Skill Demonstration

A performance of your expertise that is evaluated by faculty.

Combination: Test & Skill Demonstration

A combination of both a test and a skill demonstration.

Portfolio

A collection and explanation of your past learning through work or life experience.

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