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You’ve seen it on TV – someone using a machine to carve out a wicked custom aluminum wheel designed on the computer. Well, that person is machining, and it might be just the career you’re looking for.
Machining is defined as any operation that changes the shape, surface finish, or mechanical properties of a material by the application of special tools and equipment. Machining is almost always a process where a cutting tool removes material to effect the desired change in the work piece.
The Machining Technology program trains students to use machine tools to produce complex parts used in every industry, from the machines they use, to the parts they use to produce their product. Machinists are trained to use various turning, milling, grinding, and Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) machines to produce these complex parts. Machinists are also tasked to interpret engineer's drawings to process the desired part. The Machining Technology program is structured to give students a solid foundation in the core fundamentals of machining and launch a career in a field that is always in high demand.
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Bret is our Machinist Coordinator for the Machining Technology Program, he has 5 years of industry-related experience and has been an instructor at the college since 1997. He holds a B.A. in education and has an Associate of Applied Science degree in Machine Tool Technology/CNC. Bret also holds a U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeships & Training Machinist Certificate. He is a Certified Metalcutting (CMP) professional from Kennametal. Bret would enjoy the opportunity to discuss the Machining career with you.
Office Hours: Mon-Fri: 7:30 a.m. – 2 p.m. (Instruction), Mon-Fri: 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. (Administrative) by appointment | Location: Manufacturing Tech 100I
Bryce is our full time Machinist Instructor. He has over 9 years industry-related experience, holds certificates in Machining from OTECH, as well as being a certified metal-cutting professional (CMP) through Kennametal. Bryce also holds a U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeships & Training Machinist Certificate. Bryce is passionate about machining and excited to be teaching. Feel free to contact Bryce with any questions you may have about our Machining Technology program or the machining field.
Location: Manufacturing Tech 100J
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Students learn to read and interpret mechanical blueprints to calculate dimensions and determine data. They also study basic technical mathematics, including linear measurement, metrics, algebra, geometry and trigonometry fundamentals.
Machining Technology students learn on industry-standard equipment in our lab so they are fully prepared to work in the field.
Machining Technology students are introduced to CNC machining and operations. Students create CNC programs manually and perform part production and inspection.
Machining is a high-demand industry that pays well. Students who complete the program have a great outlook for job placement.
Machining Technology students work with instructors who have significant industry experience and know what it takes to succeed.
High school students can enroll in the OTECH machining technology program tuition-free. By the time you graduate from high school, you could be well on your way to a high-paying career in machining.
After completing the Machining Technology program, students are prepared to work in entry-level jobs in a production or custom-work environment. Those who choose to advance can take continuing education classes.
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