Precision Machining Associate of Applied Science
Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete a four semester AAS degree in Precision Machining and enter the workforce. This degree is earned with successful completion of the Precision Machining certificate, machining workshop courses, and general education courses. Students explore CNC lathe turning and milling operations. This degree program builds on the Precision Machining certificate and introduces students to computer numerical control (CNC) turning and milling operations, exposure to Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Machining (CAD/CAM) for 2-axis machining, lathe programming, and CNC systems. Students also learn proficiencies in metrology. This program prepares students for entry-level careers in machining and manufacturing.
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What You Will Learn
Upon completion of the program you will be able to:
1. Demonstrate safe, precise and efficient programming, set up, and operation of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machine tools and manual machine tools
2. Apply industry standard implementation of quality measurement and inspection techniques
3. Design efficient parts and programs using an industry accepted Computer-Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) application
4. Read and interpret technical prints, dimensions and tolerances
5. Apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to make correct and timely operational and quality control decisions
6. Demonstrate professionalism skills necessary to be successful on the job
7. Effectively communicate to build collaborative relationships with supervisors and colleagues
My Academic Plan: Full-Time
Courses are displayed in a full-time sequence showing the fastest path to your degree. Follow the pathway below to complete your AAS degree in 4 semesters (2 years). For more information, please see your Academic Advisor.
First Semester
Second Semester
Third Semester
Fourth Semester
| General Education | Personal Finance (BUS 1016), Intro to PC Applications (CIS 1018), Any Communication (COM), Any World Language Course (1001 or higher), or Any GT Pathways Course | 3 |
| General Education | Personal Finance (BUS 1016), Intro to PC Applications (CIS 1018), Any Communication (COM), Any World Language Course (1001 or higher), or Any GT Pathways Course | 3 |
| General Education | Personal Finance (BUS 1016), Intro to PC Applications (CIS 1018), Any Communication (COM), Any World Language Course (1001 or higher), or Any GT Pathways Course | 3 |
| MAC 2078 | Machining Workshop: II | 4 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 13 |
Total Credit Hours: 60
Prior Learning eligible course
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Important Program Notes:
Students in the Precision Machining program enter as a cohort. All students must be full-time and register for all the program classes each semester. The classes in the first and second semesters are organized in 7.5 week blocks. The classes are scheduled sequentially with the competencies learned in each class building on the students' skills and preparing them for the next group of classes. Manual Machining must be completed before taking CNC Machining.
You must complete a minimum of 60 credits to complete this degree. If receiving financial aid, you should only take courses and credits as required for this degree. Check with your advisor to monitor your completion progress.