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Integradted Metals: Machine Tool Technology

Limited Entry, Associate of Applied Science Degree Program (2008-2009)*
(Pending Approval by the State Board of Education)

*Information regarding the requirements for this Limited Entry program is available by accessing the Admissions to Limited & Restricted Entry Programs page.

MHCC Faculty Advisors:
Timothy Polly: 503-491-7207 - Room IT 42 Tim.Polly@mhcc.edu
Ron Hartline: 503-491-7237 - Room IT 43 Ron.Hartline@mhcc.edu

The purpose of the two-year Machine Tool Technology curriculum is to prepare students for entry into machining occupations. Students participating in the program will spend considerable time in study and actual operation of industrial equipment and tools used by machinists. This includes emphasis on the setup and operation of a CNC (computer numerical controlled) lathes and milling machines. Students will also be introduced to CAD/CAM (computer assisted design/computer assisted manufacturing) software and its applications. The program is designed to offer a broad background of experiences in the metalworking occupations. Students will also be able to complete skill building necessary for participation in an individual credential from NIMS (National Institute of Metalworking Skills). NIMS are nationally recognized skill standards established by companies involved in the various metals manufacturing trades.

Students are expected to have a set of machinist tools. They are expected to maintain a minimum grade level of “C” on core curriculum classes to progress in the program.

Employment Opportunities

Many opportunities exist in the manufacturing industries for the machinist. Students completing the Machine Tool Technology program are prepared for entry into the manufacturing workforce leading to careers such as:

• forest products/paper/lumber
• medical technologies
• transportation and aerospace technologies
• computer hardware technologies
• heavy industrial manufacturing
• hydraulic/pneumatic equipment manufacturing
• and many other manufacturing settings

Program Outcomes

At the completion of this program, the student should be able to:

• demonstrate safe work habits in the machine shop environment
• demonstrate awareness of environmental issues common to the machine shop manufacturing setting
• read and interpret blue prints having typical orthographic projections, auxiliary views, and GDT (Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing) common to most machine shop applications
• identify measurement system requirements per blueprint specifications (inch vs. metric)
• produce appropriate process plan for manufacturing a work piece
• produce a layout of part features per blue print specifications
• produce a precision layout of part features per blueprint specifications
• measure work piece dimensions using typical precision measuring tools
• cut material to blueprint or cut-list specifications using standard power band saw
• produce a work piece on manual lathe to blueprint specifications
• produce a work piece on manual milling machines to blue print specifications
• produce a work piece on CNC Turning Center (lathe) and/or CNC Machining Center (mill) per blueprint specifications
• interpret basic CNC code for CNC machine tool program
• demonstrate basic understanding and use of CAD/CAM software appropriate for machining field
• demonstrate basic computer skills for email, file creation/saving/access, internet access.

Admission is based on date of application and satisfactory completion of placement criteria. Application packets are available on our web site at www.mhcc.edu/LRadmissions. Once you have read the application packet, if you have questions, please call 503-491-7165.

Entry into the Machine Tool Technology Program is permissible Fall, Winter, or Spring terms based on individual qualifications and approval from program advisers.

1 Students may not use demonstrated proficiency on the College Placement Test (CPT) to satisfy this requirement.
2 Minimal computer literacy required. See program advisor.
3 Students transferring to OIT , OSU, or other schools offering a baccalaureate program must take WR 121. Students wanting to take WR 121 may need to take WR 115 as a prerequisite if indicated by their writing placement level.

‡ See pages 7-10 of the printed catalog.

Note: Students interested in transferring to O.I.T. should consult with program advisors early in the first quarter.