Basic Machinist (BM31), TCC (480503)  Technical Certificate of Credit


Campus Locations: Thomasville

The Basic Machinist certificate program prepares students for a machine tool operator position with a machine shop or machine tool establishment. Topics include foundations of mathematics, an introduction to machine tool technology, and blueprint reading for machine tool applications.

Length of Program: 1 Semester

Entrance Date: Beginning of each semester.

Age: Applicant must be 16 years of age or older.

Education: An applicant must be a high school graduate or the equivalent (GED). College transcripts will be evaluated on an individual basis.

Program Final Exit Point: Basic Machinist, Technical Certificate of Credit

Credits Required for Graduation: 10 Minimum semester hour credits required for graduation.

Note: Credits from this program may be applied to a diploma program

Cost
Admissions Fees: $384.00
Tuition: $1,177.00
Total: $1,561.00
Curriculum Outline (10 hours)
1. Occupational Courses 10
MATH 1012

Emphasizes the application of basic mathematical skills used in the solution of occupational and technical problems. Topics include fractions, decimals, percents, ratios and proportions, measurement and conversion, geometric concepts, technical applications, and basic statistics.

3
MCHT 1011

Introduces the fundamental concepts and procedures necessary for the safe and efficient use of basic machine tools. Topics include: machine shop safety, terminology, use of hand and bench tools, analysis of measurements, part layout, horizontal and vertical band saw setup and operation, drill press setup and operation, and quality control.

4
MCHT 1012

Introduces the fundamental concepts necessary to develop blueprint reading competencies, interpret drawings, and produce sketches for machine tool applications. Topics include interpretation of blueprints, sketching, sectioning, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and assembly drawings.

3
Faculty
Advisor

Precision Machining and Manufacturing Program Chair
School of Industrial Technology
Thomasville

15689 U.S. Highway 19, Thomasville, GA 31792
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