Southcentral MS

CAREER TYPE

Machinists | Tool and Die Makers

Machine tool and die makers use design processes with Computer Numerical Control and Electrical Discharge Machining equipment. Machine tool and die makers are highly skilled workers who utilize industrial management techniques, metrology process control, and technical problem solving techniques in producing tools, dies and special designed devices. Developed products are used in machines that produce a variety of items including clothing, furniture and heavy equipment.

CAREER TYPE KEY FACTS:

Salary Range Potential: Average $35,000-$40,000/year

Class Types:

  • Power Machinery, Blueprint Reading, Metallurgy

TRAINING CENTER PROGRAMS

Precision Manufacturing & Machining Technology-Machinists | Tool and Die Makers

Precision Manufacturing & Machining Technology is an instructional program that prepares individuals to shape metal parts on machines such as lathes, grinders, drill presses, and milling machines. Included is instruction in making computations related to work dimensions, testing, feeds, and speeds of machines; using precision measuring instruments such as layout tools, micrometers, and gauges; machining and heat-treating various metals; and laying out machine parts. Also included is instruction in the operation and maintenance of computer equipment.

Example of Class Types

Power Machinery, Blueprint Reading, Metallurgy

  Day and Night Classes:

Day Classes Only

Pre-requisites required:
None

Length of Program
2 Semester Career Certificate | 2 Year Technical Certificate | 2 Year Associate of Applied Science Degree

Summary of Program Requirements
None

Skills Needed
Mechanical | Blueprint Reading Problem Solving | Coordination
Copiah Lincoln Community College
Wesson Campus

Contact
Career & Technical Education
601-643-5101
career.training@colin.edu



  
Precision Manufacturing & Machining Technology-Machinists | Tool and Die Makers

Precision Manufacturing & Machining Technology is an instructional program that prepares individuals to shape metal parts on machines such as lathes, grinders, drill presses, and milling machines. Included is instruction in making computations related to work dimensions, testing, feeds, and speeds of machines; using precision measuring instruments such as layout tools, micrometers, and gauges; machining and heat-treating various metals; and laying out machine parts. Also included is instruction in the operation and maintenance of computer equipment.

Example of Class Types

Hands on Lab and Lecture Power Machinery I, II, III and IV; Machine Tool Mathematics; Blueprint Reading; Precision Layout; Computer Numerical Control Operations I and II

  Day and Night Classes:

Day Classes Only

Pre-requisites required:
Submit an application for enrollment to the Office of Admissions and Records at Hinds Community College. Request that an official high school transcript or GED scores and ACT scores be sent to the Office of Admissions and Records if you are a high school graduate. Take the ACCUPLACER placement test to assess developmental needs.

Length of Program
Career Certificate, Technical Certificate, 2 year Associate of Applied Science

Summary of Program Requirements
Submit an application for enrollment to the Office of Admissions and Records at Hinds Community College. Request that an official high school transcript or GED scores and ACT scores be sent to the Office of Admissions and Records if you are a high school graduate. Take the ACCUPLACER placement test to assess developmental needs.

Skills Needed
Mechanical | Blueprint Reading Problem Solving | Coordination
Hinds Community College
Raymond Vicksburg

Contact
Cindy West
601-857-3423
CISWest@hindscc.edu