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Machine Tool Operation
Technical Diploma
31-420-1

2007-2008 Program Sheet

About the Career
Just about every product that you use in your daily activities is the result of a machine tool manufacturing process. If you like hands-on work, are detail-oriented, have good math skills, and are able to develop and follow through on work instructions, a career in machine tool operation offers you lifelong opportunities.

Career Outlook
Opportunities are best for those with formal training and a wide range of skills. Job openings, due to retirements and job growth, are projected to be more than the number of workers entering the field.

Potential Starting Salary
$36,733
Salary Information Source: LTC Research Department

Schedule
Varies–program courses offered evenings, one or two nights per week.

Length of time to complete coursework
5+ years, additional time required for general studies course work.

General Studies
3 required credits are offered evenings and online in fall, spring and summer. Work these courses into your schedule based upon your intended date of graduation.  Plan your general studies classes—check out the General Studies 2007-08 Learning Options.

Course Pre- or Co-requisites
Additional pre-requisites listed with course descriptions.

Starts
August, October 2007 and January, March, June 2008

Approximate Costs
•$97.05 per credit (resident)
•$594.25 per credit (out-of-state resident)
•Online class fee is $10 per credit
•Other fees vary by program (books, supplies, materials, tools, uniforms, health-related exams, etc)

Machine Tool Operation Coursework–33 Credits

Course Title Credits Delivery Method Offered
Machine Tool CAM 2 In-Person Fall and Spring
Machine Tool Measuring 1 In-Person Fall and Spring
Machine Tool Saws 1 In-Person Fall and Spring
Machine Tool Drills 1 In-Person Fall and Spring
Machine Tool Lathes I 2 In-Person Fall and Spring
Machine Tool Mills I 2 In-Person Fall and Spring
Machine Tool Mills II 2 In-Person Fall and Spring
Metallurgy 1 In-Person Fall and Spring
Machine Tool Math 3 In-Person Fall and Spring
Machine Tool Print Reading 2 In-Person Fall and Spring
Machine Tool CAM 3D Surfaces/Solids 2 In-Person Fall and Spring
Machine Tool EDM I 2 In-Person Fall and Spring
Machine Tool EDM II 2 In-Person Fall and Spring
Machine Tool CNC Programming 2 In-Person Fall and Spring
Machine Tool Lathes II 2 In-Person Fall and Spring
Machine Tool Grinders 1 In-Person Fall and Spring
Machine Tool CNC Turning Center 2 In-Person Fall and Spring
Machine Tool CNC Machining Center 2 In-Person Fall and Spring
Machine Tool Print Reading Advanced 1 In-Person Fall and Spring

General Studies Requirements
Communication Skills for the Workplace—2 credits
Psychology for Life—1 credit

Want more information?
•Submit your questions online.
•Email info@gotoltc.edu
•Call 1.888.GO TO LTC, Ext. 1109

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