The Machine Tool Operator certificate is designed for those students who would like to learn basic machining skills without being enrolled in a full-time degree program. The certificate consists of all the machine tool courses given in the first two semesters of the diploma program. All the classes can be used for credit toward a diploma or associate degree.

Requirements

Course List

Courses	Course Title	Credit Hours
Required Course Information
MTT 120	Machine Tool Print Reading	3
MTT 121	Machine Tool Theory I	3
MTT 122	Machine Tool Practice I	4
MTT 123	Machine Tool Theory II	3
MTT 124	Machine Tool Practice II	4
MTT 143	Precision Measurements	2
MTT 250	Principles of CNC	3
CPT 169	Industrial Computer Applications	3
Subtotal		25
Total Hours		25

Graduation Plan

Fall Start

Plan of Study Grid

First Year
Fall Semester		Hours
MTT 120	Machine Tool Print Reading	3
MTT 121	Machine Tool Theory I	3
MTT 122	Machine Tool Practice I	4
MTT 143	Precision Measurements	2
	Hours	12
Spring Semester
CPT 169	Industrial Computer Applications	3
MTT 123	Machine Tool Theory II	3
MTT 124	Machine Tool Practice II	4
MTT 250	Principles of CNC	3
	Hours	13
	Total Hours	25

Spring Start

Plan of Study Grid

First Year
Spring Semester		Hours
CPT 169	Industrial Computer Applications	3
MTT 123	Machine Tool Theory II	3
MTT 124	Machine Tool Practice II	4
MTT 250	Principles of CNC	3
	Hours	13
Summer Semester
MTT 120	Machine Tool Print Reading	3
MTT 121	Machine Tool Theory I	3
MTT 122	Machine Tool Practice I	4
MTT 143	Precision Measurements	2
	Hours	12
	Total Hours	25

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Advising Information

The following information provides a guide for advisors who are helping students enroll in this program.

​Program Notes

To help students maximize financial aid opportunities as well as help ensure that students take their courses in the appropriate sequence, it is recommended that students entering Machine Tool Technology be admitted to the associate degree program, rather than certificate or diploma programs.  The Machine Tool Operator Certificate can be earned and awarded when it is completed.  Be aware that not all MTT courses are offered each semester, so the best practice is to advise students to take the courses as outlined in the semester-by-semester graduation plan.

Notes About Individual Classes

If student needs a MTT class that is not offered, contact the program coordinator.

MTT courses are offered during days and evenings. 

The Machine Tool student should be prepared to purchase $350 worth of hand-tools necessary for project work. A good calculator with sine, cosine and tangent functions, along with fractional/decimal equivalent is recommended (TI-36X Solar by Texas Instruments). Safety glasses are required.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

Purpose Statement

The Machine Tool Operator Certificate is designed for those students who would like to learn basic machining skills without being enrolled in the full-time degree program. The Certificate consists of all the machine tool courses given in the first two semesters of the diploma program. All the classes can be used for credit toward a diploma or associate degree.

Program Student Learning Outcomes

1. Apply theoretical knowledge gained in class to complete metal working projects to blueprint requirements.
2. Setup and safely operate all machine tools required for project completion.
3. Apply the proper use of measuring tools for the completion of projects within stated limits.
4. Maintain the personal discipline to complete projects on time.
5. Use technology in machine shop related to on the job requirements.
6. Use applicable tooling correctly during various machining operations.