Program Overview

Manufacturing/Machinist Technology Certificate

Summary

The Manufacturing/Machinist Technology certificate is designed to provide you with knowledge and skills that are essential building blocks in the field of Manufacturing/Machinist Technology. All courses within this certificate are also part of a AAAS degree in Manufacturing/Machinist Technology.

What You’ll Learn

• Perform entry-level tasks as a machinist; program basic machine tools to perform routine machining functions
• Use mathematics skills to solve basic manufacturing problems
• Safely set-up mills and turning tools making tool length and work piece offsets
• Apply teamwork, inspection and SPC to manufacturing problems
• Utilize properties of materials and establish correct speed of tool rotation and feed rate of forward motion
• Interpret mechanical blueprints
• Use current software for computer assisted machining

Courses & Requirements

Program Description:

The Manufacturing/Machinist Certificate of Proficiency is designed to prepare qualified individuals for entry into the job market as a Manufacturing Technician. The program uses the innovative I-BEST approach to instruction, so students learn math for manufacturing with extra help as needed. Shoreline Community College works closely with local advisory committees comprised of industry professionals to ensure students receive the knowledge and skills currently in demand by employers in the field. Student interested in advanced knowledge and skills are encouraged to enroll in a longer course of study to complete an Associate in Applied Arts and Sciences (AAAS) in Manufacturing/Machining. Students interested in pursuing a four-year baccalaureate degree in Engineering should follow the Engineering, Computer Science, Physics, and Atmospheric Sciences AS-T2 Planning Guide.

Certificate of Proficiency (60 Credits)

GPA of 2.0 or better for the entire program required.

CP Core Curriculum

• MFGT 105 Basic Manufacturing
• MFGT 106 Intermediate Manufacturing
• MFGT 120 Manufacturing Technology Applications

Careers & Opportunities

The demand in the manufacturing sector is excellent for individuals with good math, communication and problem solving skills. With more and more manufacturing occurring in the Puget Sound Region, the demand for machinists should continue to grow. Graduates are hired as entry level machining technicians.

Potential employers include: large and small manufacturing firms in the Puget Sound Region including aerospace, plastics, molding and general manufacturing working as machining technicians and programmers.

Tuition & Fees

Estimated Tuition & Fees

(does not include additional program or course fees, books, or supply costs)

Per Quarter
| WA-Resident | Non-WA resident,
US citizen, &
Eligible non-citizen
On Campus | Non-WA resident
Non-US citizen¹ | Non-WA resident, US citizen
Online Only
---|---|---|---|---
1 credit | $126.47 | $246.49 | $327.01 | $144.67
5 credits | $632.35 | $1,232.45 | $1,635.05 | $723.35
12 credits (full-time) | $1,387.14 | $2,487.04 | $3,408.94 | $1,571.08
15 credits | $1,570.80 | $2,520.25 | $3,617.20 | $1,757.65

¹ Includes all International Students, both on campus and overseas online

Additional Program Fees

Approximately $300 per quarter

Related Program Options

• Mechatronics AAAS
• Mechatronics Certificate
• Principles of Precision Machining Certificate
• Quality Assurance Certificate
• Basic Manufacturing Certificate
• Machine Maintenance Certificate
• Manufacturing/Machinist Technology AAAS