Machining, Certificate

The Machining Certificate is designed to meet the needs of a diverse vocational audience. Whether your interest is in computer numerical control programming, tool and die maker or patternmaker, this program is designed to prepare the learner for a number of advantages as a skilled tradesman.

Career Outlook

The U.S. Department of Labor projects employment of machinists and tool and die makers to grow by 6 percent in the next decade. Employees with computer software application skills and the ability to perform multiple tasks have a greater chance for advancement.

Program Learning Outcomes

Learners will be able to:

1. Demonstrate knowledge of basic print reading skills including dimensioning practices and calculations, sketching, including orthographic, isometric, sectional, and auxiliary views through individual and group projects, and written assessments.
2. Apply basic machining principles using lathes, mills, drills, band saw, and various hand tools through lectures, study, and assessments.
3. Illustrate proficiency in machining and fabricating projects with an emphasis on safety, fixturing, feeds and speeds, tooling, precision, and accuracy through assignments and projects.
4. Illustrate proficiency in welding with an emphasis on shielded metal arc (stick), exy-acetylene, gas metal (MIG) and gas tungsten (TIG), through assignments and projects.