Machine Tool Technics 58 Credit* Technical Diploma
Program Description
The Machine Tool Technics Technical Diploma prepares learners to 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.
Please note: This program is subject to the Clock-to-Credit Hour Conversion and will not be eligible for full financial aid funding based on the program’s credit hours.
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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.
* 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 58 Credit* program. The following is a typical semester breakdown of the courses within the program.
Please note: This program is subject to the Clock-to-Credit Hour Conversion and will not be eligible for full financial aid funding based on the program’s credit hours.
* College 101 (10-890-165) is not part of the program credit requirements but is a College Requirement for graduation that must be passed with a “C” or better. This requirement is effective for students beginning the program in Spring 2021 and beyond.
Credit for Prior Learning Available
View All Detailed Course InformationPathways
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:
- The Basic Machining Technical Diploma will provide you with 22% (13 of 58 credits) of the total credits in this Machine Tool Technics Technical Diploma
- The Machine Tool Operation Technical Diploma will provide you with 52% (30 of 58 credits) of the total credits in this Machine Tool Technics Technical Diploma
Additional Information
Clock-to-Credit Hour Conversion
This program is subject to the Clock-to-Credit Hour Conversion and will not be eligible for full financial aid funding based on the program’s credit hours.
| Term | Course | Credit Hours | Financial Aid Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | COLLEGE 101 | 1 | 1 |
| 1 | INTRODUCTION TO MACHINE SHOP | 2 | 2 |
| 1 | APPLIED MATHEMATICS 1 | 2 | 2 |
| 1 | PRINT READING FOR THE MACHINE TRADES 1 | 2 | 2 |
| 1 | PRECISION INSPECTION | 1 | 1 |
| 1 | MACHINE TOOL PROGRAMMING 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 1 | MACHINE TOOL PROCESSES 1 | 3 | 3 |
| 1 | MACHINE TOOL PROCESSES 2 | 5 | 5 |
| 2 | WORKPLACE COMMUNICATION | 1 | 1 |
| 2 | MACHINE TOOL CALCULATIONS | 2 | 2 |
| 2 | MACHINE TOOL PROCESSES 4 | 5 | 5 |
| 2 | MACHINE TOOL PROCESSES 3 | 5 | 5 |
| 2 | INTRODUCTION TO CAD/CAM | 1 | 1 |
| 3 | MACHINE TOOL PROGRAMMING 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 3 | MACHINE TOOL CAM PROGRAMMING | 1 | 1 |
| 3 | PRECISION MACHINING PROCESSES | 5 | 5 |
| 3 | CNC MACHINING PROCESSES 1 | 5 | 5 |
| 3 | PRINT READING FOR THE MACHINE TRADES 2 | 1 | 1 |
| 3 | GEOMETRIC DIMENSIONING & TOLERANCING | 1 | 1 |
| 4 | INTRODUCTION TO WELDING | 1 | .9 |
| 4 | COLLEGE PHYSICS 1 | 3 | 2.4 |
| 4 | CNC MACHINING PROCESSES 2 | 5 | 5 |
| 4 | CNC MULTI-AXIS MACHINING PROCESSES | 5 | 5 |
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Admissions Process
Our application process takes just a few minutes to complete, but we want to make sure you have the things you’ll need on hand to complete the application. We’re here to help if you have any questions while submitting your application.
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