Computer-Integrated Machining Technology
Associate in Applied Science Degree (A50210)
The Computer-Integrated Machining Technology curriculum is designed to develop skills in the theory and safe use of hand tools, power machinery, computerized equipment, and sophisticated precision inspection instruments.
Students will learn to interpret blueprints, set up manual and CNC machines, perform basic and advanced machining operations, and make decision to insure that work quality is maintained.
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Employment opportunities for machining technicians exist in manufacturing industries, public institutions, governmental agencies, and a wide range of specialty machining job shops.
Careers and Manufacturing Video Presentation
This is a presentation about careers a student can go into if they get a Diploma or Associate Degree in the Computer-Integrated Machining Technology Program. It will give you information about the working environment, the companies you can work for, the type of automated equipment you will be operating and the amount of money you can expect to earn.
View the Careers and Manufacturing video presentation. (video)
View automation students will be exposed to (video)
Machining Technology Photo Gallery (photos)
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Graduate must demonstrate:
- Knowledge and hands-on competences in manufacturing/mechancial production, computers, machining instrumentation systems, and mechanical CAD.
- Ability to think critically about technical problems, communicate effectively, and perform as a responsible professional.
- Graduates will understand ethical/social responsibility, respect for diversity, and commitment to quality, timelineness, and continuous improvement.
| FALL SEMESTER (1st Year) |
Course
Prefix |
Course
Number |
Course Name |
Class |
Lab |
Credits |
| CIS |
111 |
Basic PC Literacy |
1
|
2
|
2
|
| MAC |
141 |
Machining Applications I |
2
|
6
|
4
|
| MAC |
122 |
CNC Turning (1st 8 weeks) |
1
|
3
|
2
|
| MAC |
222 |
Advanced CNC Turning (2nd 8 weeks) |
1
|
3
|
2
|
| MAC |
131 |
Blueprint Reading/ Mach I |
1
|
2
|
2
|
| MAT |
121 |
Algebra & Trig |
2
|
2
|
3
|
| |
|
Semester Total |
8
|
18
|
15
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
| SPRING SEMESTER (1st Year) |
| ENG |
111 |
Expository Writing |
3
|
0
|
3
|
| MAC |
124 |
CNC Milling (1st 8 weeks) |
1
|
3
|
2
|
| MAC |
132 |
Blueprint Reading/ Mach II |
1
|
2
|
2
|
| MAC |
142 |
Machining Applications II |
2
|
6
|
4
|
| MAC |
224 |
Advanced CNC Milling (2nd 8 weeks) |
1
|
3
|
2
|
| MAC |
247 |
Production Tooling |
2
|
0
|
2
|
| |
|
Semester Total |
10
|
14
|
15
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
| SUMMER SEMESTER (1st Year) |
| MAC |
229 |
CNC Programming |
2
|
0
|
2
|
| MAC |
231 |
CNC Graphics Prog: Turning |
1
|
4
|
3
|
| MAC |
232 |
CNC Graphics Prog: Milling |
1
|
4
|
3
|
| |
|
Semester Total |
4
|
8
|
8
|
| |
| FALL SEMESTER (2nd Year) |
| BPR |
221 |
Interpretation of G D & T |
2
|
0
|
2
|
| DFT |
151 |
CAD I |
2
|
3
|
3
|
| * |
* |
Humanities Elective |
3
|
0
|
3
|
| MAC |
143 |
Machining Applications III |
2
|
6
|
4
|
| MAC |
228 |
Advanced CNC Processes |
2
|
3
|
3
|
| |
|
Semester Total |
11
|
12
|
15
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
| SPRING SEMESTER (2nd Year) |
| DFT |
152 |
CAD II |
2
|
3
|
3
|
| ENG |
114 |
Prof. Research * Reporting |
3
|
0
|
3
|
| MAC |
143A |
Machining Applications III - Lab |
0
|
6
|
2
|
| * |
See Below |
Professional Elective |
2
|
20
|
2
|
| * |
* |
Social Science Elective |
3
|
0
|
3
|
| |
|
Semester Total |
10
|
29
|
13
|
| |
|
|
|
|
|
| *Professional Elective |
| *Select 2 SHC from the following courses: |
| *COE |
*** |
Co-op Work Experience |
|
3 |
SHC |
| DFT |
153 |
CAD III |
2 |
3 |
3 |
| MAC |
160 |
Coordinate Measure Machines |
2 |
2 |
3 |
| MAC |
234 |
Adv. Multi-Axis Machining |
2 |
3 |
3 |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
| |
|
Total SHC
|
|
|
66 |
| |
|
|
|
|
|
| * Contact Co-op office for course/section number |
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- Associate - Day/Evening Courses
- Diploma - Day/Evening Courses
- Certificate - Day/Evening Courses
- Manual and CNC Turning Certificate C50210A
- Manual and CNC Milling Certificate C50210B
- (CNC) Computer Numerical Control and (CAM) Computer Aided Manufacturing C50210C
**Note - For evening program sequence contact Steve Stokes.
Chairperson: Steve Stokes
Phone: 704.922.6395
Location: PTI 113B
Email: stokes.steve@gaston.edu
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