Machine Tool Technologies

Instructor:

Allen Wahr

 

Para-Professional:

Chris Flejszar

Course Description:

Machining represents high-tech manufacturing with high levels of accuracy and dependability. Local job opportunities and wages are above average compared to most occupations. The CNC Machine Tool Technologies program prepares students for an entry-level job in the tool and die, mold-making, or machining industries. Students learn to use hand tools, precision measuring devices, drill presses, lathes, mills, and precision grinding machines. Students may also work with Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining, and Computer Aided Machining (CAM) technology.

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Machine Tool Technologies

 

Student Quotes:

"You get to learn about what this career is like in the real-world and solve problems on your own.."
- Machine Tool Technologies student, 2008-09

"I liked that I could make parts and tools that I can use in everyday life. It's neat being able to make a flashlight or a pen. I tell people that I made those things in class but they don't believe me; they think I bought them from a store."
- Machine Tool Technologies student, 2007-08

"The teachers are great! They aren't like other teachers. They don't just tell or show you how to do things. They make you figure it out."
- Machine Tool Technologies student, 2007-08

Special Features of the Program:

As a machine tool technology student you will earn points for attendance, work performance, attitude, work ethic and tests.

At the end of the marking period these "points" then become a percentage grade.

You will also gain "real-world" experience as you work on projects from local community members and industry leaders.

Work-based learning opportunities are available.

Articulated college credit is available from Ferris State University, as well as Muskegon Community College.

 

View a list of program advisors:

Machine Tool Technologies advisory committee