Basic Machine Manufacturing Technology
Machinists shape the tools and objects that make up our life, from hammers and housewares, to parts for engines and appliances.
Understanding how to produce precision metal parts, instruments, and tools is a skill that continues to be needed in a wide variety of industries, especially manufacturing. In this program you learn to use lathes, milling machines, grinders and other equipment, as well as blueprint reading to meet this need. This program helps students learn theory and practical skills that are needed in the manufacturing industry.
COURSES REQUIRED TO COMPLETE PROGRAM:
IA 1173 Basic Machining Applications
IA 1172 Print Reading for Machining
IA 1183 Basic Electricity/Electronics for Engineering Technicians
IA 1227 Basic Hydraulics/Pneumatics
TIME NEEDED TO COMPLETE PROGRAM:
24 weeks (in class time)
2 semesters
CREDENTIAL(S) OFFERED:
Completion Certificate: Basic Machine Manufacturing Technology
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CONTACT:
Matt Baylis, mbaylis@harford.edu, 443.412.2728
What's Next?
This program prepares you to be an entry-level manual machinist. Machinists and tool and die makers set up and operate machine tools to produce precision metal parts, instruments, and tools. Upon completion of this program you are qualified to apply for jobs as a CNC Machining Operator or to work as a machinist in machine shops, toolrooms, and factories where you may work in several areas or specialize in one type of machine.