Twin Districts Region MS

CAREER TYPE

Machinist

Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. ... May also fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, shop mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.

CAREER TYPE KEY FACTS:

Salary Range Potential: $47,840.00

Class Types:

  • Blueprint Reading, Power Machinery, Precision Layout, Computer Numerical Control

TRAINING CENTER PROGRAMS

Precision Machining Engineering Technology-Machinist

The Precision Manufacturing and Machining Program is designed with three different levels of completion. In the one-year certificate program, students learn the basic skills required for machinists. The two-year certificate program is designed to teach basic skills as well as advanced machining procedures. The Associate of Applied Science degree program is designed to teach basic skills as well as advanced machining procedures, with the addition of academic courses needed to complete the AAS degree. Progression: To meet graduation requirements for this program, students must successfully complete the specified courses listed in course of study with a "C" average (grade point average of 2.00) or better. A grade of "C" or higher is required in each MST course to progress in the program. Admission requirements, curriculum, and other program information subject to change. See your program advisor/counselor for additional information.

Example of Class Types

Blueprint Reading, Power Machinery, Precision Layout, Computer Numerical Control

  Day and Night Classes:

Day Classes

Pre-requisites required:
Attain a 16 composite score on the ACT; or Score a 251 or higher on the ACCUPLACER Reading section and a 230 or above on the Algebra section; or Earn a "C" or above in Math for Occupational Education (CTE 1113); or Complete 15 semester hours with a "C" average from an accredited college.

Length of Program
1 year certificate | 2 year associate's degree

Summary of Program Requirements
Attain a 16 composite score on the ACT; or Score a 251 or higher on the ACCUPLACER Reading section and a 230 or above on the Algebra section; or Earn a "C" or above in Math for Occupational Education (CTE 1113); or Complete 15 semester hours with a "C" average from an accredited college.

Skills Needed
Mechanically Inclined, Problem Solving, able to work independently, critical thinking, manual dexterity in both arms and legs
Meridian Community College
Meridian

Contact
Brian Warren
601.481.1307
bwarren1@meridiancc.edu