Machine Tool Setup and Operation (CTMTSO)
Certificate
Description
In this program, students learn to setup and operate CNC machine tools, traditional mills, lathes, and saws. They learn how to use basic measurement tools and read blueprints. This certificate will highlight the fundamentals of materials and processes including mechanical and physical testing and heat treatment of ferrous and non-ferrous metals. Students completing this certificate will be able to perform many of the fundamental tasks within a fabrication shop, including simple part manufacturing, set-up and operation of CNC machine tools as well as inspection using simple measurement tools.
Contact Information
- Division
- Adv Tech/Public Serv Careers
- Department
- Industrial Technology Dept
- Advisors
- Thomas Penird
Julie N. (Niki) Lee
Requirements
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are available online.)
Major/Area Requirements
| Class | Title | Minimum Credits | |
|---|---|---|---|
| MEC 100 | Materials and Processes | 3 | |
| MEC 101 | 3D Modeling and Blueprint Reading | 2 | |
| MEC 201 | Mechanisms | 2 | |
| MTT 102 | Machining for the Technologies | 2 | |
| MTT 111 | Machine Shop Theory and Practice | 4 | |
| NCT 101 | Introduction to Computerized Machining (CNC) - I | 2 | |
| NCT 110 | Introduction to Computerized Machining (CNC) - II | 2 | |
| Total | 17 | ||
- Total Credits Required
- 17