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Machine Tool Technics

59 Credit Technical Diploma

Learners set up and operate various types of manual and computer numerical controlled (CNC) machine tools. Learners machine piece parts, use precision measuring tools and instruments for parts inspection. The program encourages hands-on activities, creativity, problem solving and productivity in all phases of manufacturing. This program accepts new students on a full- or part-time basis. Potential occupations include: Job Shop Machinist, Machine Setup Operator, Maintenance Machinist, Tool & Die Apprentice, Jig and Fixture Builder, CNC Programmer.

Approximate Cost

$12,328
Tuition: $10696 , Books: $1632

Starting Salary

$31,200–$43,680
Average, based on the NTC Graduate Outcomes Report

Financial Aid

Available
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Availability

Courses for this program may be available at a variety of campus locations through multiple modes of delivery if you meet the admission requirements and prerequisites.

100%
Wausau
50-60%
Antigo
10-20%
Medford
50-60%
Phillips
10-20%
Spencer
10-20%
Wittenberg
10-20%
Online

* Campus and online availability of courses and programs may be subject to change.

Outcomes

Graduates will be able to…

  • Perform tool, die and mold operations
  • Perform programming, set-up and operation of CNC machine tools
  • Perform basic machine tool equipment set-up and operation
  • Apply precision measuring methods to part inspection
  • Interpret industrial/engineering drawings
  • Apply basic safety practices in the machine shop

Careers

Some of the potential careers graduates can pursue are:

  • CNC Programmer
  • Jig and Fixture Builder
  • Tool & Die Apprentice
  • Maintenance Machinist
  • Machine Setup Operator
  • Job Shop Machinist

Courses

The Machine Tool Technics Technical Diploma is a 59 Credit program. The following is a typical semester breakdown of the courses within the program.

First Term

INTRODUCTION TO MACHINE SHOP 2.00
COLLEGE 101 1.00
APPLIED MATHEMATICS 1 2.00
PRINT READING FOR THE MACHINE TRADES 1 2.00
PRECISION INSPECTION 1.00
MACHINE TOOL PROGRAMMING 1 1.00
MACHINE TOOL PROCESSES 1 3.00
MACHINE TOOL PROCESSES 2 5.00

Second Term

SOLIDWORKS 1 1.00
WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION 1.00
MACHINE TOOL CALCULATIONS 2.00
MACHINE TOOL PROCESSES 4 5.00
MACHINE TOOL PROCESSES 3 5.00

Third Term

MACHINE TOOL PROGRAMMING 2 1.00
MACHINE TOOL CAM PROGRAMMING 1.00
PRECISION MACHINING PROCESSES 5.00
CNC MACHINING PROCESSES 1 5.00
PRINT READING FOR THE MACHINE TRADES 2 1.00
GEOMETRIC DIMENSIONING & TOLERANCING 1.00

Fourth Term

INTRODUCTION TO WELDING 1.00
CNC MACHINING PROCESSES 2 5.00
CNC MULTI-AXIS MACHINING PROCESSES 5.00
APPLIED PHYSICS 3.00

Credit for Prior Learning Available

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Pathways

Pathways are a series of connected programs that enable you to advance over time to better jobs and higher levels of education and training. By earning one degree, you could also be completing several courses of a related program in a pathway, bringing you one step closer to an advanced degree.

If you begin with one of the following programs, you will earn significant credit towards this Machine Tool Technics Technical Diploma:

Admissions Process

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