Madisonville Community College Machine Tool Technology Program

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Machine Tool Technology

Program advisor: Ronnie Birdsong

Admission Requirements:

The following should be submitted to the Office of Admissions for admission to this program:

Application for admission (Requires Adobe Acrobat Reader)
High School transcript or GED
ACT, COMPASS, or ASSET scores
Transcripts of all previous college work
Age verification (must be 16 years of age)

Available Credentials

Associate in Applied Science (AAS)

Area	Hours to Complete
Machine Tool Technology	71-77

Diploma

Area	Hours to Complete
CNC Machinist	62-64
Machinist	47-52

Certificate

Area	Hours to Complete
Exploratory Machining	7
Machine Tool Operator I	15-18
Machine Tool Operator II	27-31
CNC Operator (Spring 2006)	29-30

Program Description

Machinists use machine tools such as lathes, drill presses, and milling machines to produce precision metal parts. They use their knowledge of the working properties of metals such as steel, cast iron, aluminum, and brass and their skill with machine tools to plan and carry out operations needed to make machined products that meet precise specifications. The skills needed for this occupation are taught through classroom instruction, demonstration, and hands-on experience.

Employment Opportunities

Employment in this occupation is found in all localities and in all industries. Most machinists work in modern surroundings with up-to-date equipment. They work in industries, keeping mechanical equipment in good working order, or in the production department of metalworking industries, producing parts. Machinists may advance to all levels of supervision.

Length of Program

Two full years for a full-time student. Courses are offered during two 16-week semesters (August-December and January-May) and one six-week summer intersession, if needed.

Classes Needed

CNC Machinist Apprentice Diploma Program Classes:

MT 150 College Algebra
or
MT 115 Technical Mathematics
CIS 100 Introduction to Computers
BRX 110 Basic Blueprint Reading for Machinists
BRX 210 Mechanical Blueprint Reading
MTT 114 Fundamentals of Machine Tools
or
MTT 110 Fundamentals of Machine Tools - A
and
MTT 112 Fundamentals of Machine Tools - B
MTT 118 Metrology / Control Charts
MTT 124 Applied Machining
or
MTT 120 Applied Machining I
and
MTT 122 Applied Machining II
MTT 134 Manual Programming CAD / CAM / CNC
or
MTT 130 Manual Programming
and
MTT 132 CAD / CAM / CNC
MTT 214 Industrial Machining
or
MTT 210 Industrial Machining I
and
MTT 212 Industrial Machining II
MTT 224 Advanced Industrial Machining
or
MTT 220 Advanced Industrial Machining I
and
MTT 222 Advanced Industrial Machining II
MTT 230 Conversational Programming
MTT 240 Introduction to 3-D Programming
General Education / Applied Academics Electives - 3 hours
IE Core or Mathematics courses - 2-3 hours

Additional Courses Required For Associate in Applied Science Degree:

Heritage / Humanities - 3 hours
Natural / Applied Science - 3-4 hours
Social Interaction - 3 hours
ENG 101 Writing I
COM 181 Basic Public Speaking
or
COM 252 Introduction to Interpersonal Communications

This curriculum guide is for informational purposes only and should not be considered a substitute for the KCTCS Catalog. Students should always choose classes in cooperation with the academic advisor to ensure that all degree requirements are being met.