Machine Tool Technology, A.A.S. - MTT3
Because of the rapid advances made in industrial technology over the past decade, few career fields have grown as much as metalworking. Students in this program get a full introduction to the field and practical experience in machining operations used in practically every manufacturing industry.
The graduate, highly skilled in the use of precision machines and instruments, is capable of making intricate parts meeting precise specifications. With practical experience in bench work, floor work, assembly layout, selected milling machine operations, lathe, shaper, drill press, numerical control programming and machining, machine tool maintenance and inspection, the graduate is prepared to handle a wide range of responsibilities in the metalworking industry. This curriculum offers a certificate in Machine Tool Operator. Upon completion of 65 credit hours, a student will be awarded an Associate in Applied Science degree with a major in Machine Tool Technology. A student may elect to receive a Diploma in Applied Science with a major in Machine Tool after completion of 40 credit hours.
Requirements
| Courses | Course Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| General Education Courses | ||
| ENG 165 | Professional Communications (or approved ENG course) | 3 |
| Select one of the following: | 3 | |
| Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry I | ||
| College Algebra | ||
| Probability and Statistics | ||
| Lab Science/Mathematics | 3 | |
| Elective Social/Behavioral Sciences | 3 | |
| Elective Humanities/Fine Arts | 3 | |
| Subtotal | 15 | |
| Required Core Subject Areas | ||
| MTT 120 | Machine Tool Print Reading | 3 |
| MTT 121 | Machine Tool Theory I | 3 |
| MTT 123 | Machine Tool Theory II | 3 |
| MTT 130 | Fundamentals of Geometric Dimensions and Tolerances | 2 |
| MTT 141 | Metals and Heat Treatment | 3 |
| MTT 250 | Principles of CNC | 3 |
| Subtotal | 17 | |
| Other Courses Required for Graduation | ||
| COL 103 | College Skills | 3 |
| CPT 169 | Industrial Computer Applications | 3 |
| MTT 122 | Machine Tool Practice I | 4 |
| MTT 124 | Machine Tool Practice II | 4 |
| MTT 126 | Machine Tool Practice III | 4 |
| MTT 143 | Precision Measurements | 2 |
| MTT 161 | Machine Tool Maintenance Theory | 2 |
| MTT 222 | Tool and Diemaking Practice I | 4 |
| MTT 224 | Tool and Diemaking Practice II | 4 |
| MTT 251 | CNC Operations | 3 |
| MTT 253 | CNC Programming and Operations | 3 |
| Subtotal | 36 | |
| Total Hours | 68 | |
Graduation Plan
Fall Start
| Fall Semester | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| COL 103 | College Skills | 3 |
| 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 | 15 | |
| Spring Semester | ||
| ENG 165 | Professional Communications | 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 | ||
| MAT 170 | Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry I (or MAT 110 or MAT 120) | 3 |
| MTT 126 | Machine Tool Practice III | 4 |
| MTT 141 | Metals and Heat Treatment | 3 |
| MTT 161 | Machine Tool Maintenance Theory | 2 |
| Elective Social/Behavioral Sciences | 3 | |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Fall Semester | ||
| MTT 130 | Fundamentals of Geometric Dimensions and Tolerances | 2 |
| MTT 222 | Tool and Diemaking Practice I | 4 |
| MTT 251 | CNC Operations | 3 |
| Lab Science/Mathematics | 3 | |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Spring Semester | ||
| CPT 169 | Industrial Computer Applications | 3 |
| MTT 224 | Tool and Diemaking Practice II | 4 |
| MTT 253 | CNC Programming and Operations | 3 |
| Elective Humanities/Fine Arts | 3 | |
| Hours | 13 | |
| Total Hours | 68 | |
Spring Start
| First Year | ||
|---|---|---|
| Spring Semester | Hours | |
| COL 103 | College Skills | 3 |
| ENG 165 | Professional Communications | 3 |
| MTT 123 | Machine Tool Theory II | 3 |
| MTT 124 | Machine Tool Practice II | 4 |
| MTT 250 | Principles of CNC | 3 |
| Hours | 16 | |
| Summer Semester | ||
| MTT 126 | Machine Tool Practice III | 4 |
| MTT 141 | Metals and Heat Treatment | 3 |
| MTT 161 | Machine Tool Maintenance Theory | 2 |
| Elective Social/Behavioral Science | 3 | |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Fall Semester | ||
| MTT 130 | Fundamentals of Geometric Dimensions and Tolerances | 2 |
| MTT 222 | Tool and Diemaking Practice I | 4 |
| MTT 251 | CNC Operations | 3 |
| Lab Science/Mathematics | 3 | |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Second Year | ||
| Spring Semester | ||
| CPT 169 | Industrial Computer Applications | 3 |
| MTT 224 | Tool and Diemaking Practice II | 4 |
| MTT 253 | CNC Programming and Operations | 3 |
| Elective Humanities/Fine Arts | 3 | |
| Hours | 13 | |
| Fall Semester | ||
| MAT 170 | Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry I | 3 |
| 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 | 15 | |
| Total Hours | 68 | |
Application and Advising
If you are ready to start your education, there are a few simple steps involved in enrolling at Piedmont Technical College.
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 certificates and diplomas can be earned and awarded as they are completed within the associate degree program. 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 (see below).
Ensure that first-term students take all MTT courses, even if developmental courses are needed. Ask the department head or full-time instructor for the best match. First-semester students in the FALL who are enrolled in developmental study courses should sign up for the following MTT courses: MTT 143, MTT 120, MTT 121, MTT 122.
Developmental students enrolling in the Spring or Summer should be advised by the MTT faculty members.
MTT courses are offered during days and evenings.
This degree is offered in Greenwood, and some classes toward the degree can be completed at the L-CAM (Laurens). At this time, the associate degree can not be entirely completed in Laurens.
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.
Notes About Individual Classes
Students may earn a Machine Tool Operator certificate by completing the following courses successfully (25 cr. hrs.): MTT 121, 122, 143, 250, 120, 123, 124 and CPT 169.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Purpose Statement
The purpose of the Machine Tool Technology program is to provide the technical instruction and practical experience for skill development to enable the student to become gainfully employed in the Machine Tool Technology field.
Program Student Learning Outcomes
- Apply theoretical knowledge gained in class to complete metal working projects to blueprint requirements.
- Setup and safely operate all machine tools required for project completion.
- Apply the proper use of measuring tools for the completion of projects within stated limits.
- Maintain the personal discipline to complete projects on time.
- Use technology in machine shop related to on the job requirements.
- Use applicable tooling correctly during various machining operations.