Machine Tool Technology Program

Division of Technical Studies

Program Mission

The mission of the Machine Tool Technology Program is to prepare students to make parts from metals and plastics using lathes, mills, drill presses, grinders and hand tools for future employment in a global economy.

Program Learning Outcomes

Students who successfully complete the Machine Tool Technology Program will be able to:

  1. Interpret drawings and blueprints to manufacture parts according to specifications.
  2. Construct precision parts using hand tools.
  3. Construct precision parts using a drill press.
  4. Construct precision parts using a lathe.
  5. Construct precision parts using a milling machine.

Student achievement related to Program Learning Outcomes is assessed systematically and results are made available on the Program Review webpage

Campuses/Sites Offered

  • Hammond Area Campus (Hammond)

Technical Diploma in Machine Tool Technology

The following criteria must be satisfied towards completion of the Technical Diploma:

MTTC 2110Blueprint Reading3
MTTC 2120Introduction to Machine Tools6
MTTC 2210Bench Work3
MTTC 2220Forming and Shaping3
MTTC 2230Drill Press6
MTTC 2310Basic Lathe I4
MTTC 2320Basic Lathe II3
MTTC 2331Advanced Lathe4
MTTC 2410Basic Mill I4
MTTC 2420Basic Mill II3
MTTC 2431Advanced Mill4
MTTC 2510Precision Grinding2
Total Hours45

Additional Exit Points:

Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Technical Studies

The highest exit point in the Machine Tool Technology program is the Associate of Applied Science (AAS) in Technical Studies. To qualify, students must complete the General Education Core and the Technical Diploma (TD) in Machine Tool Technology. Requirements for exit points and completion are outlined below.

General Education Core15
Technical Diploma in Machine Tool Technology45
Total Hours60

Certificate of Technical Studies (CTS) in Lathe Operator:

MTTC 2110Blueprint Reading3
MTTC 2120Introduction to Machine Tools6
MTTC 2230Drill Press6
MTTC 2310Basic Lathe I4
MTTC 2331Advanced Lathe4
Total Hours23

Certificate of Technical Studies (CTS) in Mill Operator:

MTTC 2110Blueprint Reading3
MTTC 2120Introduction to Machine Tools6
MTTC 2230Drill Press6
MTTC 2410Basic Mill I4
MTTC 2431Advanced Mill4
Total Hours23

Certificate of Technical Studies (CTS) in CNC Operator:

MTTC 2110Blueprint Reading3
MTTC 2120Introduction to Machine Tools6
MTTC 2310Basic Lathe I4
MTTC 2410Basic Mill I4
MTTC 2710CNC6
Total Hours23

Special Comments:

  • Anticipated program length for the completion of the highest level exit point is 2 years. 

  • Program requirements must be completed with a programmatic grade point average of 2.0 or higher and grade of "C" or higher in all applicable coursework.

Career Information


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