Machinist
Machinists and tool and die makers set up and operate machine tools to produce precision metal parts, instruments, and tools.
Machinists and tool and die makers work in machine shops, toolrooms, and factories. Although many work full time during regular business hours, overtime may be common, as is evening and weekend work.
Training Programs at DATC
DATC CNC Machining Certificate
735 Hours (8 Months)
Students enrolled in the CNC Machining program will utilize industry standard tools, equipment, and procedures as entry-level machinists. Students will study blueprint reading, sketching, part design, CNC operation, and CNC programing. The program offers training in lathe, mill, and drill press, as well as related skills in math, use of precision measuring tools, and mechanical inspection methods to produce precision parts with extremely close tolerances. Students are provided a learning environment similar to what they will encounter in small machining shops, as well as large manufacturing firms throughout the country.
Training Programs at MTECH
MTECH Precision Machining Certificate
1320 Hours
Students will learn the essentials of machining including shop mathematics, blueprint reading, and machine tool operation and selection, emphasizing safety in the learning process. Students will also learn the essentials of setting up, operating and programming Computer Numerically Controlled Machine tools, emphasizing safety in the learning process. Students will also learn the essentials of Computer Aided Manufacturing Software. The program prepares students for a smooth transition into the manufacturing industry work-force and/or to upgrade skills for career advancement.
Training Programs at SLCC
SLCC Machining CNC/CAM Technology CC
30 credits
Machining CNC/CAM Technology - trained machinists are continuously needed in engineering, manufacturing and fabrication companies and there are not enough new workers available to fill the entry-level positions. This 30-week, 31-credit hour curriculum provides students with the manual and CNC skills required for work as an entry-level machinist, equivalent to 6 months of on-the-job training. The two-semester certificate of completion in machining technology provides the student with the entry-level skills required for work as a machinist in industry and includes: manual and CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machining, CAD (Computer Assisted Design), CAM (Computer Assisted Manufacturing), Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, and manufacturing processes.
450 Clock Hours
This program prepares students for skilled positions as an entry-level manual machinist. Manual machinists are individuals who are able to set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. Students will learn through hands-on projects and computer-assisted instruction, the basic skills needed to fabricate, modify, or repair mechanical and/or precision instruments. Employment may also include fabricating and modifying parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines.
Training Programs at USU Eastern
Students in the Machine Tool Technology program will learn to use machine tools, such as lathes, milling machines, and grinders, to produce precision metal parts, instruments, and tools. Coursework will include both computer-controlled and mechanically controlled machine tools, and covers the complete manufacturing process including blueprint reading, material selection, tool setup and operation, and final finish and testing of machined parts.