Program Name: Precision Machinist I & II

Precision Machining I (fall Semester) is a dual enrolled course taught on the TCC campus. In this first course, students are taught safety awareness and the foundations of machining, including how to accurately apply measurements, use engineering drawings and sketches, and apply metalworking theory in order to efficiently plan, manage, and perform general machine maintenance and machining jobs. 

Precision Machining II (spring semester) is a dual enrolled class taught on TCC campus. In this advanced course, CNC machining operations are emphasized. Students have the opportunity to increase their skills in applying precise measurements, using engineering drawings and sketches, and applying metalworking theory in order to safely and efficiently plan, manage, and perform general machine maintenance and machining jobs. This program helps to prepare students for the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) credentials, which the industry uses to recruit, hire, place, and promote individual workers.

Program Details:

Must be 18 during the school year

1 Year

4 High School Credits

Dual Enrollment: Yes

Up to 8 College Credits

Career Studies Certificate

On TCC Campus

Core Skills:

• Explore Work Based Learning

• Ensure Industry Safety and Environmental Protection

• Explore Foundations of Machining

• Apply  Measurements

• Perform Machining jobs

• Apply Metalwork Theory

• Plan and Manage Machining jobs

• Perform general maintenance

• Use Engineering drawings and sketches

• Explore CNC machining

• Explore Automation

Credential Opportunities:

OSHS 10

National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS)

Blueprint Reading Project Based Assessment

Related Jobs:

Millwright

Precision Inspector, Tester, or Grader

Production Manager

Extruding and Drawing Machine Operator

Tool and Die Maker

Median Annual Income: $58,000- $80,000

Growth Rate: High