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The Precision Machining Technology program has incorporated Tooling University into its curriculum providing in-depth knowledge of all aspects of metalworking and manufacturing.  Students will also learn the skills necessary for the safe operation of modern metalworking tools such as lathes, mills, drills, grinders, and computerized numerical control equipment.  Suggested prerequisites:  mechanical drawing and industrial arts.  Full academic selections for Juniors and Seniors

 
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Length of Program: 2 years
Technical Credits Earned:
Academic Credits: 4 per year
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Technical Core Curriculum

 
  • Precision measurement

  • Milling machine operations

  • Drill press operations

  • Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing

  • Physics of metal cutting

  • Layout, hand tools and benchwork

  • Contour bandsawing

  • Engine lathe operations

  • Abrasives and precision grinding machines

  • Basic metallurgy, heat treating

  • Electrical discharge machining

  • MasterCam online training

  • Haas training (HTEC)

  • Welding & material joining technology

  • CNC – CAD/CAM milling

  • CNC/CAD/CAM lathe

  • MasterCam X4

  • G&M coding

  • SkillsUSA

  • Tooling University

  • Vertical/horizontal saw operation

  • Machine shop theory

  • Welding theory

  • Print reading

Post-Secondary Education Opportunities

 
  • Associate or Bachelor's Degree

  • Apprenticeship opportunities

  • Tech Prep Program Pending

  • Students have the opportunity to earn up to 11 college credits in this program.

Employment Opportunities

 
  • Tool and die maker

  • Mold maker

  • Machinist

  • CNC machinist

  • Machine set-up

  • Machine repair

  • Design

  • Engineering

  • Tooling engineer

  • Applications engineer