Machine and Manufacturing Trades, Manufacturing Technology (Technical Certificate)

Program Overview

This manufacturing program combines classroom instruction and hands-on lab work, equipping students with proficiency in blueprint reading, CNC machining, general machining, and computer-aided drafting. It emphasizes industry-standard competencies, communication skills, and the technical expertise necessary for entry-level employment in the manufacturing field. Graduates are prepared for careers such as machinist, CNC operator, and manufacturing technician.

Program Outline

Degree Overview:

This program offers classroom instruction and related lab work with hands-on activities in the use of tools and the operation of equipment found in manufacturing. Students will work in the areas of blueprint reading, computer numerical control (CNC) machining, general machining and maintenance, computer-aided drafting (CAD), and related mathematics. This course is designed to meet competency-based standards set by the industry. Attitude and quality of workmanship is stressed.

Objectives:

• Use written and oral communication skills needed for entry-level employment in the manufacturing industry (Communication Fluency).
• Summarize business practices, principles, and application of associated technical skills in the machining industry (Specialized Knowledge).
• Apply the necessary machining skill sets to perform specified manufacturing processes (Applied Learning).

Other:

All CMU/WCCC technical certificate graduates are expected to demonstrate proficiency in specialized knowledge/applied learning, communication fluency, and critical thinking.