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Designed for students interested in advancing their skill set in the machinist or tool and die trade. Technical math, blueprint reading, and metallurgy are some of the skills and knowledge topics covered in this program and are necessary for this type of work. 

Program Outcomes

1. Demonstrate the requisite machining and measurement skills for the Manufacturing Industry.
2. Practice safe work habits in an industrial manufacturing environment.
3. Create basic or complex parts on non-computerized machining and turning equipment.
4. Create complete complex parts on computer-controlled machining centers.
5. Create complete complex parts on computer-controlled turning centers.
6. Utilize quality control concepts to identify root cause part discrepancies.
7. Build transferable skills such as teamwork, communication, problem-solving, and professionalism. 

Requirements

Course List

Code	Title	Credits
Required Coursework		27.50
MACH-105	MACHINING FUNDAMENTALS
MACH-115	PRECISION MEASUREMENT/BLUEPRINT READING
MACH-135	LATHE TURNING
MACH-145	VERTICAL/HORIZONTAL MILLING
MACH-150	SURFACE GRINDING
MACH-165	CNC PROGRAMMING AND MACHINING
MACH-170	MACHINE TOOL PROJECTS
MACH-175	MASTERCAM
Total Credits		27.50

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Course has prerequisite(s)

Note:  No course below 100 level will be applied to this certificate

Tuition is calculated by contact hours per semester.
Current/Updated: 06/12/2025

Plan of Study Grid

Fall 1		Credits
MACH-105	MACHINING FUNDAMENTALS	3.00
MACH-115	PRECISION MEASUREMENT/BLUEPRINT READING	4.00
	Credits	7.00
Winter 1
MACH-135	LATHE TURNING	2.00
MACH-145	VERTICAL/HORIZONTAL MILLING	2.50
MACH-150	SURFACE GRINDING	1.50
	Credits	6.00
Summer 1
MACH-175	MASTERCAM	4.50
	Credits	4.50
Fall 2
MACH-165	CNC PROGRAMMING AND MACHINING	5.00
	Credits	5.00
Winter 2
MACH-170	MACHINE TOOL PROJECTS	5.00
	Credits	5.00
	Total Credits	27.50