Outcomes
Identify a safe workplace in the manufacturing industry
Identify geometric symbols in blueprint reading
Identify Lean manufacturing concepts in the manufacturing process
Explain quality in the manufacturing process
Explain the history of the manufacturing industry from the Industrial Revolution to current
Demonstrate safe work habits when operating machine tool equipment in the lab
Explain the most commonly used machine tool equipment and most economical methods for a given task
Show the proper usage of machine tool equipment used in industry today
Show proper use and operation of machine tool equipment
Program Overview
The Manufacturing Technology: Machine Tool I certificate is designed to develop within the student practical skills in precision measurement, drafting, lathe operations, and milling. Such entry-level industrial maintenance positions include, but are not limited to: machine operator trainee, tool and die maker trainee, machinist trainee. The core competencies of manufacturing production taught in this program are based on the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council criteria. The MSSC is an industry-led, training, assessment and certification system focused on the core skills and knowledge needed by the nation’s front-line production and material handling workers.
Additional Program Information
Students who successfully pass all four assessments (MAFT 1112, MAFT 1222, MAFT 1232 and MAFT 1312) will be recognized as a Certified Production Technician (CPT) by the Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC).
Program Requirements
Major Courses
A higher level mathematics course can be substituted.
Total Credit Hours: 27
Suggested Course Sequence
Fall semester
Spring semester
Fall semester
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