Machine Tool Technology, Associate of Applied Science

Students who successfully complete all Machine Tool Technology, Associate of Applied Science degree requirements will be able to:

  • Set up and safely operate manual machine tools including knee-mills, lathes, band saw, surface grinder, and other machine shop equipment.
  • Demonstrate competency in various manufacturing techniques.
  • Set up and operate various CNC Vertical Machining Centers and CNC Turning Centers.
  • Read, write, and edit machine code (G&M code).
  • Interpret technical drawings and understand Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing principles.
  • Understand Computer Aided Design, Computer Aided Manufacturing, and Computer Numeric Control (CAD/CAM/CNC) technologies.
  • Use Mastercam and Solidworks software proficiently.
  • Apply good inspection practices and know how to use inspection tools and equipment.

Program Course Requirements

See the graduation requirements for the Associate of Applied Science degree. For information on the advised sequence of program courses, see the Machine Tool Technology, Associate of Applied Science Program Map.

Computation

MTOL 140Mathematics for Machinists

4

or

MTH 075Variables and Linear Equations

4

MTH 075 or higher will fulfill program requirements.

Communication

Communication

3

IN4. 164 Technical Writing for CTE or WLD 151 Technical Writing for Welders is recommended.

See the Related Instruction Requirements section for a list of approved courses.

Human Relations

Human Relations

3

MT3. 802 Service Skills for Technicians is recommended.

See the Related Instruction Requirements section for a list of approved courses.

Program Courses

HE 261Red Cross Adult/Infant First Aid, CPR/AED, and Emergency Response

1

MTOL 101Manufacturing Processes I

6

MTOL 102Manufacturing Processes II

6

MTOL 103Manufacturing Processes III

6

MTOL 111CNC I: Mill

4

MTOL 112CNC II: Lathe

4

MTOL 113CNC III: Applied Machining

4

MTOL 121Inspection I

2

MTOL 122Inspection II

2

MTOL 130Basic Print Reading: Metals

2

MTOL 150CAM I

3

MTOL 204Manufacturing Processes IV

3

MTOL 205Manufacturing Processes V

3

MTOL 214CNC IV: Machining Strategies

3

MTOL 215CNC V: Multi-Axis Mill

3

MTOL 216CNC VI: Multi-Axis Lathe

3

MTOL 251Introduction To Mastercam

3

MTOL 252Mastercam II

3

MTOL 253Mastercam III

3

MTOL 261Solidworks I

3

MTOL 262Solidworks II

3

MTOL 270Materials Science

2

MTOL 290Workholding for Machining

2

WLD 170Welding I

2

Approved Electives

4

Students are advised to speak with a faculty advisor about approved elective coursework.

Approved Electives

ART 131Drawing I

4

ART 154Ceramics I

4

EG4. 412Introduction to Inventor

3

EG4. 414Introduction to Fusion

3

MT3. 803Industrial Safety

2

MT3. 817Drive Systems

2

MT3. 819Bearings & Lube Systems

2

MT3. 821Electrical Systems Troubleshooting

4

MTOL 191Introduction to Manual Machining

2

MTOL 192Manual Machining II

2

MTOL 193Manual Machining III

2

SPN 101ZFirst-year Spanish I

4

SPN 102ZFirst-year Spanish II

4

SPN 103ZFirst-year Spanish III

4

WE1. 280ICWE Manufacturing Technology

1-12

WLD 171Welding II

2

WLD 177Gas Tungsten Arc Welding I

2

WLD 178Gas Tungsten Arc Welding II

2

WLD 281Welding Seminar

1-10

Any PE Activity course may also be taken to fulfill the elective requirement.

Total Credit Hours: 90