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. Upon completion of this program, students will be able to

Apply quantitative skills in conjunction with trade handbook information to solve problems;
Effectively 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.

Fall Semester

Requirements

DDSN 135 - Solidworks Credit(s): 3
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 132 - Introduction to Engine Lathes Credit(s): 4 *
MCH 134 - Introduction to Mills Credit(s): 4

Machinist Technician CTS Total Credits: 18

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

Spring Semester

Requirements

COMX 115C - Introduction to Interpersonal Communication Credit(s): 3 ^R
MCH 102 - Introduction to Manufacturing Materials Credit(s): 2
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 129 - Machine Quality Control and Precision Measurements Credit(s): 3

Semester Total: 17

Industrial Machine Technology CAS Total Credits: 35

¹This course may be substituted with WRIT 122, Introduction to Business Writing, which is offered at other colleges in the Montana University System.

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

Second Year - Fall Semester

Requirements

COLS 115 - Workforce Preparation for Occupational Trades Credit(s): 1 ^R
MCH 199 - Capstone I: Machinist Credit(s): 2
MCH 220 - Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Credit(s): 3 *
MCH 221 - Advanced Manual Mill Credit(s): 3 *
MCH 222 - Advanced CNC Mill Operations Credit(s): 3
MCH 226 - Advanced CAD/CAM Credit(s): 3 *

Semester Total: 15

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

Spring Semester

Requirements

BMGT 205C - Professional Business Communication Credit(s): 3 * ¹ ^R
OR
WRIT 101W - College Writing I Credit(s): 3 * ² ^R
MCH 223 - Advanced Manual Lathe Credit(s): 3 *
MCH 224 - Advanced CNC Lathe Operations Credit(s): 3 *
MCH 227 - Swiss CNC and Mill-Turn Systems Credit(s): 4 *
MCH 299 - Capstone II: Machinist Credit(s): 3 *

Semester Total: 16

¹This course may be substituted with WRIT 122, Introduction to Business Writing, which is offered at other colleges in the Montana University System.
² WRIT 101 is the preferred option.
* Indicates prerequisite and/or corequisite needed. Check course description.

Industrial Machine Technology AAS Total Credits: 66

^RIndicates Related Instruction requirement.

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

Optional Course Offering:

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

CNC 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.
Between 500 and 600 machinists are currently employed in Montana. Employment projections anticipate an increase of between 70 and 120 jobs over the next several years.

Advising Information:

For more information about this program, contact the FVCC Student Support Center.

Student Support Center Advisor
OT 109
(406) 756-4862
OT@fvcc.edu