Machinist, Associate in Science Degree
Banner Code: 1_AS_MTMC
Control Number: 03981
Financial Aid Eligible
The Machinist certificate program trains students for positions as entry-level operators, which often are the first manufacturing jobs for industrial employees. This certificate program provides the skill and knowledge necessary for job candidates to become successful wage earners. This program also comprises the core courses for the more advanced certificates.
Complete the Machinist Certificate of Achievement and the Associate in Science graduation requirements as outlined in the Graduation Requirements section of the catalog.
Program Outcome
Machine precision manufactured parts using conventional lathes and milling machines and perform necessary measurements.
Review Graduation Requirements and General Education.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| MACH A100 | Introduction to Machine Shop | 3 |
| MACH A105 | Lathe | 5 |
| MACH A110 | Milling Machine | 5 |
| MACH A115 | Production Machining Techniques | 2 |
| MACH A120 | Measurement and Blueprint Reading | 3 |
| MACH A121 | Computations for Machinists | 3 |
| MACH A130 | Introduction to CNC and Manual Programming | 3 |
| Total Units | 24 | |
| Requirement | Units |
|---|---|
| Program Major Units | 24 |
| AS General Education Option 1, 2, or 3 | Varies |
| Transferable electives to satisfy unit requirement | Varies |
| Total Degree Units | 60 |
Program Sequence
These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.
| Year 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Semester 1 | Units | |
| MACH A100 | Introduction to Machine Shop | 3 |
| MACH A120 | Measurement and Blueprint Reading | 3 |
| OCC AS GE AREA A1 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| OCC AS GE AREA C1 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) | 3 | |
| Units | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| MACH A110 | Milling Machine | 5 |
| MACH A121 | Computations for Machinists | 3 |
| OCC AS GE AREA A2 - CHOOSE ONE 1 | 3-4 | |
| OCC AS GE AREA D - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) | 3 | |
| Units | 17-18 | |
| Year 2 | ||
| Semester 1 | ||
| MACH A105 | Lathe | 5 |
| OCC AS GE AREA B - CHOOSE ONE | 3-4 | |
| OCC AS GE AREA C2 - CHOOSE ONE | 3 | |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) | 3 | |
| Units | 14-15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| MACH A130 | Introduction to CNC and Manual Programming | 3 |
| MACH A115 | Production Machining Techniques | 2 |
| Select one of the following or satisfy Math competency (completion of High School Algebra 2 with a "C" or better): | 3-4 | |
| Intermediate Algebra 2 or Combined Elementary and Intermediate Algebra |
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| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) 3 | 8 | |
| Units | 16-17 | |
| Total Units | 62-65 | |
- 1
OCC AS GE AREA A2 - Required if 100-level MATH will not be taken to meet Math competency. If MATH A100 or higher will be taken, then needs to take 3-4 degree applicable elective units
- 2
Math A030 or higher OR take 3-4 degree applicable elective units if math competency was met through completion of High School Algebra 2 with a "C" or better; *100-level Math courses satisfy AS Math Requirement and OCC AS GE AREA A2
- 3
VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 DEGREE APPLICABLE UNITS