Program Overview

Machining Technology, AAS

The Machining Technology Associate of Applied Science degree prepares students and professionals to meet the knowledge, skills, and educational requirements for both initial employment and advancement in machining technology and related fields that utilize CNC programming.

Program Description

Machining Technology AAS graduates are prepared to:

• monitor runs of parts for quality
• recognize when parts are in and out of tolerance
• make adjustments to bring parts back into tolerance
• navigate CNC error codes
• replace broken or dull tools and resetting tool length offsets
• use cutter compensation at the machine
• apply basics of precision measurements
• set up fixtures, load programs onto machines, dry run programs, run first articles, and inspect first articles in order to get first part buy-offs and enter into production
• identify and set correct fixture, X, Y and Z offsets
• complete initial setting of tool length offsets
• set offsets for ID, OD, and groove/part-off tooling
• hand write and edit basic 2-axis G-code programs
• create original CNC programs using CAD/CAM software
• troubleshoot toolpaths, offsets, and error codes
• program, set up, and run various multi-axis processes including:
  • 2-axis lathe with axial and radial live tooling
  • 3-axis mill with 4th axis capability
  • turning center (machining center) with axial and radial live tooling, a Y axis, and a sub-spindle
• demonstrate communication, critical thinking, cultural humility, information literacy, and teamwork skills
• meet Humanities, Quantitative Reasoning, Social Science, and Written Communication general education distribution area outcomes

Students also learn the basics of conversational set up and programming as a foundation for more advanced set up and programming skills, as well as CNC safety, blueprint reading, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T). The final quarter of the program expands students’ knowledge, skills, and abilities in a field related to their career pathways goals.

Program Requirements

Required Course Sequence

• Quarter One (Fall)
  • MACH 107 Conversational Programming, Production, and Inspection 10 credits
  • MACH 151 MasterCAM: Wireframe/Solids/Toolpaths 1 5 credits
  • SOC& 101 Introduction to Sociology 5 credits (or any Social Science course)
• Quarter Two (Winter)
  • MACH 117 Turning Setup and Operation 10 credits
  • MACH 153 MasterCAM: Wireframe/Solids/Toolpaths 2 5 credits
  • MATH& 107 Math in Society 5 credits (or any college-level Quantitative Reasoning course)
• Quarter Three (Spring)
  • MACH 137 Milling Machine Setup and Operation 10 credits
  • MACH 155 MasterCAM: Wireframe/Solids/Toolpaths 3 5 credits
  • ENGL& 101 English Composition I 5 credits
• Quarter Four (Summer)
  • MACH 205 Multi-Axis Programming 5 credits
  • MACH 207 Multi-Axis Setup and Operation 10 credits
• Quarter Five (Fall)
  • ART 121 Introduction to Drawing 5 credits (or any Humanities course)
  • Complete at least 10 credits in one of the below concentrations, other concentrations may be approved by instructor:
    • MACH 250 Capstone Project 10 credits
    • MACH 255 Internship 10 credits
    • Welding Technology
      • WELD 118 Shielded Metal Arc Welding and Cutting Lecture 3 credits
      • WELD 119 Shielded Metal Arc Welding and Cutting Lab 10 credits
    • Business (Prepares students for the Applied Management - Entrepreneurship, BAS)
      • ACCT& 201 Principles of Accounting I 5 credits
      • BUS& 101 Introduction to Business 5 credits
    • ART 102 Introduction to 2D Design 5 credits
    • DSGN 122 Photography and Image Editing 5 credits (or DSGN 155 Introduction to User-Centered Design)

General Education Requirements - 20 Credits

• SOC& 101 Introduction to Sociology 5 credits (or any Social Science course)
• MATH& 107 Math in Society 5 credits (or any college-level Quantitative Reasoning course)
• ENGL& 101 English Composition I 5 credits
• ART 121 Introduction to Drawing 5 credits (or any Humanities course)

Diversity and Social Justice Requirement

Within the degree requirements, students must complete a 3-5 credit course that meets the college’s Diversity and Social Justice (DSJ) requirement. DSJ courses are designated in the college schedule and are designed to meet other general education or technical requirements simultaneous to meeting the DSJ requirement.

Total Program Credits: 90-93