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Skills You'll Need - Machine
Tool Technology
Machine tool technology is advancing towards "higher forms
of computer technology and getting away from stereotypical factory
work," according to LMC program coordinator Ken Flowers.
A degree in machine tool technology can lead to many industrial
careers.
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To be successful in machine tool technology, you need
to
- Understand and organize a problem
- Have knowledge in mathematical methods and formulas
- Have good written and verbal communication skills
- Be able to quickly and repeatedly make precision
adjustments to equipment controls
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In the increasingly sophisticated metalworking industry, more
and more machine operators are using numerically controlled
(NC) equipment to produce precision metal parts for business
and industry. Today, most NC machines are computer numerically
controlled (CNC), which means that a computer determines the
precise movements of a machine according to a software program.
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The machine tool technology program at Lake Michigan
College will start you on manual machines. This experience
will equip you with the basic knowledge of machines. Armed
with this knowledge, the transition to CNC machines is
much easier and more fluid. The CNC machines found in
LMC's lab are up to date, and typical of what is found
in real work settings.
In addition to knowing how to operate manual and CNC
machines, you will also need to understand applied mathematics,
technical physics, manufacturing processes, and computer
literacy.
Other skills needed include:
- Ability to calculate important measurements and set
up machines.
- Ability to recognize potential problems with tests
or tools.
- Good interpersonal skills.
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This page was last modified :
August 17, 2007
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