Machine Tool Technology Advanced Certificate

Build the tools that build our region

The Machine Tool Technology program provides basic and advanced machining skills. Class time is spent in the classroom as well as working in the lab on traditional metal cutting machinery and computer-numerically-controlled machines. If you have previous machining experience from a vocational high school program or industrial experience, you may qualify for advanced standing. Journeymen in the machine field are able to apply previous coursework and experience toward an associate degree. Career opportunities include CNC operator, CNC programmer, machine builder, machinist, and tool and die maker.

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Upon completion of the Machine Tool Technology certificate program, you may apply for the Advanced Certificate. This allows you to enter the job market with basic, entry-level skills. Credit earned can be applied toward your associate degree.

Certificate Requirements	Credit Hours
Mathematics 100, Applied Mathematics, or Mathematics 122, Intermediate Algebra, or Mathematics 123, Quantitative Reasoning	4
Engineering 113, Engineering Design & Graphics	4
Machine Tool Technology 110, Machine Tool I	3
Machine Tool Technology 120, Machine Tool II	3
Machine Tool Technology 130, Precision Inspection	3
Machine Tool Technology 140, Introduction to Numerical Control (NC) Computer Numerical Control (CNC)	2
Machine Tool Technology 150, Introduction to CAM	2
Manufacturing Technology 111, Manufacturing Processes I	3
Mathematics 110, Technical Mathematics I, or Mathematics 130, Pre-Calculus Trigonometry, or Mathematics 135, Precalculus Algebra/Trig	3
Trade Related Instruction 134, Metallurgy and Heat Treatment	3
Trade Related Instruction 144, Blueprint Reading & Sketching	4
Welding 103, Gas Metal Arc Welding I, or Welding 202, Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (GTAW)	2

Employment for machinists and tool and die makers is expected to remain stable.

National median annual wage machinists and tool and die makers (2016): $43,160 *

National job growth projections by 2026: 1%*

*Source: U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Labor Statistics Occupational Outlook Handbook, https://www.bls.gov/ooh/production/machinists-and-tool-and-die-makers.htm

David Blumberg

Academic Advisor

Academic Advisor
Specializing in Manufacturing, Electrical, Welding, and Engineering

Kevin Kreitner

Advanced Manufacturing Department Chair and Faculty

Master of Science, Career & Technical Education; Bachelor of Science, Vocational Education; Associate of Applied Scien

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