Machine Tool Technology

Program Structure
Trimester Format

2010 Completion Rate: 100%
2010 Placement Rate: 88%

NOTE: Your instructor may have revisions to this structure.

Term 1

Unit of Study
Machining Theory
Blueprint Reading
Technology Foundations
Basic Trigonometry
Use of Measuring Instruments
Bench Grinder (Sharpening of Drills, Tool Bits
Introduction to:
Horizontal Band Saw
Vertical Band Saw
Drill Press
Lathe
Milling Machine
Exit Point: Production Machine Tender Certificate

Term 2/3

Unit of Study
Lathe Projects
Mill Projects
Exit Point: Machine Set-up Operator Certificate

Term 4

Unit of Study
Basic Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machining
Manual CNC Programming
MasterCam
Preparing Projects for Actual CNC Cutting
Exit Point: General Machinist Diploma

Term 5

Unit of Study
CNC Mill and CNC Lathe Setup
Cutting Projects on:
CNC Mill
CNC Lathe
Exit Point: Machinist I Diploma

432 hours per trimester
The length of the entire course is 2,160-clock hours. The actual time for completion may vary among students.
The cost of the entire program is approximately $7,800; this includes tuition, technology fee, textbooks, tools and supplies.

Books used for this program:

MTT Text
Pearson
9780135015087

Manual
Pearson

Shop Reference
Industrial Press
0-8311-3079-2

Speed & Feed
National Tooling
5053

Folders

Print Reading
Goodheart
0-56637-594-0

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51-4041.00
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Diploma
2160 clock hours 75 weeks
$5000
$2800

The Tennessee Technology Center at Athens does not participate in Student Loans.

The Tennessee Technology Center at Athens does not participate in Student Loans.

100% of graduates from this program, who began their studies in 2009-10, completed it within 20 months.

88%
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