Machining & Manufacturing Technology
48.0501
The Manufacturing Technology program is designed to provide students with the opportunity for hands-on experience in the manufacturing process. Through integration of mathematics, robotics, metallurgy, programmable machinery skills, and computer assisted machining techniques, students will acquire the necessary proficiency for employment in an industrial field of preparation for post-secondary education. Students will acquire additional skills in electronics, metalwork machine operation, blueprint reading, communications, use of measuring instruments, machine operations and welding.
Student Opportunities
- Utilize mechanical aptitude and analytical skills
- Problem solve and troubleshoot
- Utilize industrial standard equipment for 3-axis milling and 2-axis turning
- Use precision instruments such as layout tools, micrometers and gauges
- Read blueprints
- Learn inspection processes
Course Topics
- Safety
- Welding
- Blueprint Reading
- Basic Metalworking
- Equipment Operation
- Electrical
- Basic Machine Tool Programming
- Hydraulics/Fluid Power
- Metrology/Quality Control/Measurement
- CNC Programming and Machining
- Tool Technology
- CAD/CAM
- Robotic Applications
- Mechanical Drives
- Machining, Engineering & Design Processes
- File Management
- Internship and/or Cooperative Education Experience
Requirements
- Good attendance/Soft Skills
- Solid mathematics background
- Ability to read and comprehend written and verbal directions
- Ability to work without supervision in a team setting
- Ability to work independently
- Problem solving/troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work under pressure
- Analytical skills
Career Opportunities
- CNC Operator
- CNC Programmer
- Machinist
- Technician
- Quality Control Inspector
- Welder
- Engineer
- Maintenance Technician
- Tool & Die Maker
- Precision Production Technician
- Industrial Trades Technician
Required Coursework
- Manufacturing Technology 1
- Manufacturing Technology 2