Manufacturing Machining Technician - Associate of Applied Science (AAS)

Program Description

The Manufacturing Machining Technician Associate of Applied Science prepares students to produce manufactured products. The program includes instruction in manual and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machine operations, production line operations, computer-aided manufacturing (CAM), and quality control.

The degree benefits students who are new to design and machining technology and those currently in the field seeking to expand skills and increase career opportunities. Students who have a non-technology career in another field may find this degree ideal for cross training into CNC and CAD/CAM manufacturing.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon successful completion of the degree, students will be able to:

  1. Demonstrate safe practices in a manufacturing setting.
  2. Model effective and appropriate communication with manufacturing professionals and clients.
  3. Utilize Computer Aided Machining (CAM) software to analyze machine operation for optimization opportunities.
  4. Design and implement fixtures for use in Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines.

Entrance Requirements

Academic Entrance Requirements

Recommended:

  • High school diploma or GED
  • Completion of MTH 060 Beginning Algebra or minimum placement Math Level 10
  • College-level computer skills

Additional Costs (Beyond Standard Tuition/Fees and Textbooks)

Material Costs

Required:

  • Machining personal protective equipment and tools: approximately $250:
  • Hardcopy of textbook: approximately $220

Recommended: 

  • A desktop or laptop computer capable of running the latest version of the Windows operating system and the latest version of Microsoft Office.

Enrollment Fees

  • Fees on specific MFG courses (estimated $1,100 total)

Course Requirements

Course Title Credits
Core Courses
MFG 100Manufacturing Technology Orientation1
MFG 101Blueprint Reading3
MFG 103Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding4
MFG 110Manufacturing Processes I4
MFG 112Manufacturing Processes II4
MFG 119Manufacturing Design and Drafting Techniques4
or MFG 119M Mechanical Drawing Techniques
MFG 133Quality Assurance3
MFG 161Capstone Project I3-4
or MFG 114 Manufacturing Processes III
MFG 201Bench Work2
MFG 202Metals Preparation2
MFG 219MFG Design/Drafting II4
MFG 250Additive Manufacturing I3
MFG 257CNC Mill I4
MFG 258CAM Mill I4
MFG 260CNC Lathe I4
MFG 261CAM Lathe I4
MFG 264Automated Cutting3
MFG 268CNC Mill II4
MFG 277CNC Lathe II4
MFG 279Capstone Project II3
MFG 280Co-op Work Experience Manufacturing1-4
MFG Electives :10
Any course with a MFG prefix that is not part of the core curriculum
Additional elective options include: ART 110, ART 115, ART 141, BA 101Z, BA 206, BA 214, BA 250, BA 261, BA 285, CIS 120, CIS 125A1, CIS 125A2, DSGN 101, GEOG 265, HD 100CS, HD 109, HD 110, HHP 212A, HHP 242, HHP 252, LIB 100, MTH 105Z, MTH 111Z, MTH 112Z, PH 100, STAT 243Z, WR 227Z
Support Courses
Choose one course from the following:4
COMM 115
Introduction to Intercultural Communication
COMM 218Z
Interpersonal Communication
COMM 219
Small Group Communication
MTH 102Applied Technical Mathematics (Or one math course from the foundational requirements math list)4
ART 295Portfolio Development and Business Practices4
or BA 214 Business Communications
or WR 121Z Composition I
Total Credits90-94

Advising Notes

Manufacturing Technology courses are structured to enable students to meet benchmarks through the completion of labs and hands-on projects.

Upon starting their program, students review their desired certificate or degree outcome with their advisor. Students should continue to meet with their advisors on a continuous basis to ensure they remain on track for degree completion.

This degree is designed for students to directly enter the manufacturing workforce. Transferability of course credits to other public, or private, institutions' degree programs is dependent on those institutions' policies.

Performance Standards

Academic Requirements:

  • Students must have a 2.0 cumulative GPA to earn a COCC certificate or degree.
  • All courses in the program must be completed with a grade of C or higher.

Sample Plan

Sample Plan Grid
First TermCredits
MFG 100Manufacturing Technology Orientation1
MFG 101Blueprint Reading3
MFG 103Introduction to Shielded Metal Arc Welding4
MFG 110Manufacturing Processes I4
MFG 119
or MFG 119M
Manufacturing Design and Drafting Techniques
or Mechanical Drawing Techniques
4
 Credits16
Second Term
MFG 112Manufacturing Processes II4
MFG 201Bench Work2
MFG 202Metals Preparation2
MFG 219MFG Design/Drafting II4
MFG 250Additive Manufacturing I3
 Credits15
Third Term
MFG 133Quality Assurance3
MFG 161
or MFG 114
Capstone Project I
or Manufacturing Processes III
3-4
MFG 264Automated Cutting3
MFG Elective4
MTH 102Applied Technical Mathematics (Or one math course from the foundational requirements math list)4
 Credits17-18
Fourth Term
MFG 257CNC Mill I4
MFG 258CAM Mill I4
MFG 260CNC Lathe I4
MFG 261CAM Lathe I4
 Credits16
Fifth Term
MFG 268CNC Mill II4
MFG 277CNC Lathe II4
MFG Elective3
ART 295
or BA 214
or WR 121Z
Portfolio Development and Business Practices
or Business Communications
or Composition I
4
 Credits15
Sixth Term
Choose one course from the following:4
COMM 115
Introduction to Intercultural Communication 
COMM 218Z
Interpersonal Communication 
COMM 219
Small Group Communication 
MFG 279Capstone Project II3
MFG 280Co-op Work Experience Manufacturing1-4
MFG Elective3
 Credits11-14
 Total Credits90-94

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