Machine Tool Technology
Overview
Skilled machinists are required in every facet of manufacturing. Claim a career in the rapidly advancing manufacturing industry with a degree in machine tooling.
The program combines classroom and shop instruction where students learn to fabricate various materials into intricate, precise, usable parts. They will also learn to work from blueprints and written specifications and to select the proper machinery, materials, and tools to accomplish the task.
Midlands Technical College is known throughout the region for its machine tool program and has an excellent placement record for its graduates. At Midlands Technical College, students learn the latest skills in the rapidly advancing manufacturing industry and get hands-on, real-world experience – the type of training it takes to move into the workforce.
A student can simply enroll in a first-level certificate program and advance in their degree when they are ready. Later, a student can add two more semesters to earn the full associate in Machine Tool Technology, thus increasing skills and earning potential.
The first two semesters, common to all students, provide instruction in the use of precision layout tools, layout techniques, and the setup and operation of mills, lathes, grinders and other important conventional machines found in a machine shop. The remaining terms include instruction in CNC programming, setup, and operations; plastic injection molding; die making and repair; and jig and fixture design.
Learning experiences for students in the Machine Tool Technology program are provided in classrooms and on the manufacturing floor of the Precision Machining Building on the Beltline Campus.
Students are required to purchase a set of tools each semester at a cost of approximately $800.
Special Note: Successful completion of some classes in this training program may provide you with exemption credit and/or advanced placement into the CNC Operator training program at Midlands Technical College. For more information, please contact 803.732.0432.
How to Enroll
To pursue this degree, you must apply to MTC using our online application.
Questions?
Sample Program Plan and Costs
Class Delivery Methods
View current courses offered via our online course directory.
| On-Campus | Traditional. Classes meet on campus. |
|---|---|
| Virtual | 100% online. Meets with a live instructor and classmates on specific days, at specific times. Uses web conferencing software, like Zoom. |
| Hybrid | Some classes on campus. Some classes online or virtual. |
| Online | 100% online. Due dates for projects and assignments. Self-paced work on your time. |
Full Time Schedule
| Semester | Course ID | Course Title | Classroom | Online | Hybrid | Virtual | Credits |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 (16 Credit Hours) |
COL-101 |
College Orientation College Orientation ID: COL-101 Credit Hours: 1 This course may include selected topics such as career planning, study skills, stress management, tutoring, group guidance, and other subjects to facilitate student success. |
• | • | • | • | 1 |
| MTT-151 |
Precision Machining I Precision Machining I ID: MTT-151 Credit Hours: 3 This course is an introduction to basic machine shop practices with emphasis on safety, hand tools, band saws, drill presses and measuring tools. |
• | 3 | ||||
| PSY-201 |
General Psychology General Psychology ID: PSY-201 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes the following topics and concepts in the science of behavior: scientific method, biological bases for behavior, perception, motivation, learning memory, development, personality, abnormal behavior, therapeutic techniques, and social psychology. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| MAT-170 |
Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry I Algebra, Geometry and Trigonometry I ID: MAT-170 Credit Hours: 3 This course includes the following topics: elementary algebra, geometry, trigonometry, and applications. |
• | • | 3 | |||
| MTT-152 |
Precision Machining II Precision Machining II ID: MTT-152 Credit Hours: 3 This course is an introduction to the operation of basic machine shop equipment with emphasis on milling machines and surface grinders. |
• | 3 | ||||
| MTT-120 |
Machine Tool Print Reading Machine Tool Print Reading ID: MTT-120 Credit Hours: 3 This course is designed to develop the basic skills and terminology required for visualization and interpretation of common prints used in the machine tool trades. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Semester 2 (15 Credit Hours) |
ENG-160 |
Technical Communications Technical Communications ID: ENG-160 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of various technical communications such as definitions, processes, instructions, descriptions, and technical reports. |
• | • | • | 3 | |
| MTT-105 |
Machine Tool Math Applications Machine Tool Math Applications ID: MTT-105 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of shop math relevant to the machine tool trade. |
• | 3 | ||||
| MTT-153 |
Precision Machining III Precision Machining III ID: MTT-153 Credit Hours: 3 This course is an introduction to the operation of basic machine shop equipment with emphasis on lathes. |
• | 3 | ||||
| MTT-106 |
Machine Tool Computer Applications Machine Tool Computer Applications ID: MTT-106 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of basic computer applications that are used in machining industries. Topics will include word processing, ASCII text editing, spreadsheets, locating information on the internet and serial communical concepts. |
• | 3 | ||||
| MTT-154 |
Precision Machining IV Precision Machining IV ID: MTT-154 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of techniques used to produce more complex precision plant parts that require multiple machine tools. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Semester 3 (13 Credit Hours) |
MTT-155 |
Precision Grinding Precision Grinding ID: MTT-155 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of theoretical and practical training in cylindrical grinding, advanced surface grinding operations and cutter grinding techniques. |
• | 3 | |||
| MTT-212 |
Tool Design Tool Design ID: MTT-212 Credit Hours: 4 This course is a study of the development, material selection, manufacturing and machining procedures necessary in the production of tools and tooling. |
• | 4 | ||||
| MTT-250 |
Principles of CNC Principles of CNC ID: MTT-250 Credit Hours: 3 This course is an introduction to the coding used This course is an introduction to the coding used in cnc programming. |
• | 3 | ||||
| MTT-141 |
Metals and Heat Treatment Metals and Heat Treatment ID: MTT-141 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the properties, characteristics, and heat treatment procedures of metals. |
• | 3 | ||||
| Semester 4 (14 Credit Hours) |
MTT-215 |
Tool Room Machining I Tool Room Machining I ID: MTT-215 Credit Hours: 4 This course covers advanced machine tool operations, including an introduction to basic diemaking. |
• | 4 | |||
| MTT-252 |
CNC Setup & Operations CNC Setup & Operations ID: MTT-252 Credit Hours: 4 This course covers cnc setup and operations. |
• | 4 | ||||
| MTT-246 |
Plastic Moldmaking I Plastic Moldmaking I ID: MTT-246 Credit Hours: 2 This course is an introduction to moldmaking and plastics. |
• | 2 | ||||
| SPC-205 |
Public Speaking Public Speaking ID: SPC-205 Credit Hours: 3 This course is an introduction to principles of public speaking with application of speaking skills. Students entering this course must be able to communicate clearly with American speakers of English. |
• | • | • | • | 3 | |
| CWE-111 |
Cooperative Work Experience I Cooperative Work Experience I ID: CWE-111 Credit Hours: 1 This course includes cooperative work experience in an approved setting. |
• | 1 | ||||
| Semester 5 (15 Credit Hours) |
MTT-216 |
Tool Room Machining II Tool Room Machining II ID: MTT-216 Credit Hours: 4 This course covers advanced machine tool operations, including complex die operations. |
• | 4 | |||
| MTT-253 |
CNC Programm & Opera CNC Programm & Opera ID: MTT-253 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of the planning, programming, selecting tooling, determining speeds and feeds, setting up, operating, and testing of cnc programs on cnc machines. |
• | 3 | ||||
| MTT-171 |
Industrial Quality Control Industrial Quality Control ID: MTT-171 Credit Hours: 2 This course covers the methods and procedures of quality control. |
• | 2 | ||||
| MTT-258 |
Machine Tool CAM Machine Tool CAM ID: MTT-258 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a study of computer assisted manufacturing graphics systems needed to create CNC programs. |
• | 3 | ||||
| HIS-202 |
American History: 1877 to Present American History: 1877 to Present ID: HIS-202 Credit Hours: 3 This course is a survey of u.s. history from 1877 to the present. This course includes political, social, economic, and intellectual developments during this period. |
• | • | • | 3 | ||
| Total Credit Hours | 73 | ||||||
| Estimated Cost Financial Aid |
$13,724.00 Not including fees and equipment |
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What’s next after I complete this program?
Start a Lifelong Career
There is a high demand for machinists so, for qualified graduates, career opportunities are outstanding.