Precision Machining
48.0501 MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGY/MACHINIST
(PDE APPROVED PROGRAM OF STUDY)
The Computerized Machine Tool Technology Program is an instructional program designed to give individuals instruction, knowledge and skills in all aspects of shaping parts for industrial application. Instruction involves making computations relating to work dimensions, tooling and feeds and speeds of machining. Emphasis is placed upon bench work and the operation of lathes, power saws, milling machines, grinders, drills and computer operated equipment (CNC and CIM). Instruction also includes the use of precision measuring instruments such as layout tools, micrometers and gauges; methods of machining and heat treatment of various metals; blueprint reading; and the layout of machine parts. Instruction prepares students to operate all types of hand and computer controlled machines.
The program provides both practical skills and related theory in machine tool operation, CAD drawings along with the technical mathematics, science, and communication skills essential to a career in manufacturing. The program is certified by the National Institute of Metalworking Skills Inc. (NIMS). The Program consists of a list of PDE required tasks and additional local or value added tasks.
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Specialized Equipment: |
Related Occupations/Employment Opportunities: |
Personal Qualifications: |
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CNC Lathe CNC Milling Machine Drill Press Horizontal and Vertical Band Saw Vertical/Horizontal Milling Machines Surface Grinders Computers with Mastercam Cad/Cam Software Lathes 3D Printer 3D Scanner CNC Router |
Machine Tool Setter Machinist Machine Tool Operator Tool and Die Maker Mechanical Engineer Mechanical Inspector CNC Programmer
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Mechanical Aptitude Manual Dexterity Ability to Work Independently and in a Team Communication Skills |
CAREERS:
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Computer-Controlled Machine Tool Operators, Metal & Plastic |
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Computer Numerically Controlled Machine Tool Programmers, Metal and Plastic |
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Machinists |
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Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, & Tenders, Metal & Plastic |
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Tool & Die Makers |
Certifications available to qualified students:
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Industry Certification |
Provider Name |
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NIMS Machining Level I |
National Institute for Metalworking Skills, Inc |
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NIMS Machining Level I CNC milling |
National Institute for Metalworking Skills, Inc |
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NIMS Machining Level I CNC turning |
National Institute for Metalworking Skills, Inc |
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NIMS Machining Level I Manual Milling |
National Institute for Metalworking Skills, Inc |
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NIMS Machining Level I Manual turning between centers |
National Institute for Metalworking Skills, Inc |
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NIMS Machining Level I Manual turning with chucking |
National Institute for Metalworking Skills, Inc |
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NIMS Machining Level I Manual Drill Press Operations |
National Institute for Metalworking Skills, Inc |
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NIMS Machining Level I Measurement, Materials and Safety |
National Institute for Metalworking Skills, Inc |
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NIMS Machining Level I Planning, Benchwork, Layout |
National Institute for Metalworking Skills, Inc |
| NIMS Machining Level I Manual Surface Grinding | National Institute for Metalworking Skills, Inc. |