Industrial Machine Technology, AAS

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Industrial Machine Technology

The Industrial Machine Technology program provides instruction in the theory and operation of mills and lathes, both manual and CNC; other tools related to the machinist trade; and associated programming.

Program Outcomes

Upon completion of this program, students will be able to

Apply quantitative skills in conjunction with trade handbook information to solve problems;
Communicate during the problem solving process;
Use tools and equipment to form and machine various materials in a manufacturing laboratory environment;
Describe precision measurement and quality control procedures;
Use various precision measuring tools including a coordinate measuring machine;
Demonstrate advanced machining operations performed on CNC and Swiss CNC machines;
Produce advanced programs using G code; and
Demonstrate advanced techniques that are used on manual mills and lathes.

Required Courses

First Year

Fall Semester

M 114 - Extended Technical Mathematics Credit(s): 3 * ^R
MCH 101 - Introduction to Manufacturing Processes Credit(s): 1
MCH 120 - Blueprint Reading and Interpretation for Machining Credit(s): 3
MCH 129 - Machine Quality Control and Precision Measurements Credit(s): 3
MCH 132 - Introduction to Engine Lathes Credit(s): 4 *
MCH 134 - Introduction to Mills Credit(s): 4

First Semester Total: 18

*Indicates prerequisite and/or corequisite needed. Check course description.

Spring Semester

COMX 115C - Introduction to Interpersonal Communication Credit(s): 3 ^R
DDSN 135 - Solidworks Credit(s): 3
MCH 102 - Introduction to Manufacturing Materials Credit(s): 2
MCH 221 - Advanced Manual Mill Credit(s): 3 *
MCH 223 - Advanced Manual Lathe Credit(s): 3 *

Second Semester Total: 14

*Indicates prerequisite and/or corequisite needed. Check course description.

Second Year

Fall Semester

COLS 115 - Workforce Preparation for Occupational Trades Credit(s): 1 ^R
MCH 122 - Introduction to CAM Credit(s): 3
MCH 125 - Introduction to CNC Lathe Operations Credit(s): 3 *
MCH 127 - Introduction to CNC Mill Operations Credit(s): 3 *
MCH 199 - Capstone I: Machinist Credit(s): 2
MCH 220 - Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Credit(s): 3 *
WRIT 104W - Workplace Communications Credit(s): 3 * ^R ¹

First Semester Total: 18

Spring Semester

MCH 222 - Advanced CNC Mill Operations Credit(s): 3 *
MCH 224 - Advanced CNC Lathe Operations Credit(s): 3 *
MCH 226 - Advanced CAD/CAM Credit(s): 3 *
MCH 227 - Swiss CNC and Mill-Turn Systems Credit(s): 4 *
MCH 299 - Capstone II: Machinist Credit(s): 3 *

Second Semester Total: 16

Total Credits: 66

^RIndicates Related Instruction requirement.

¹BMGT 205 and WRIT 101 are pre-approved substitutions.

Suggested Course Offering:

Students receiving financial aid or veteran’s benefits should check with the Financial Aid Office before registering for recommended courses.

MCH 298z - Internship: Advanced Manufacturing Credit(s): 1 *

Admission Guidelines

Proof of a score of 55 (Level 1) or higher in Intro/Beginning Algebra on the FVCC Math Placement, OR an official copy of a transcript proving “C-” or better in M065, its equivalent, or a higher math course. For more information visit https://www.fvcc.edu/student-support/placement-testing/.

Program Information

An internship is optional for this program. Students must apply for internship placements the prior semester. For more information, contact Cathy Allard, Career Advisor, at (406) 756-3803 or callard@fvcc.edu.

Opportunities after Graduation

Machinists work in machinery and machine tool manufacturing, small arms manufacturing, and machine shops. Growth in the manufacturing industry and the need to replace an aging workforce is expected to provide opportunities for graduates.

Advising Information:

For more information about this program, contact the advisor.

Academic Advisor
Gabe Dillon
OT 131
(406) 756-3893
gdillon@fvcc.edu