Machine Technology - Columbia Basin College

Machine Technology from Columbia Basin College is a Campus Associate Manufacturing Technology degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. Program Overview From the airplane's wings to a toy alligator's computer chip, it was a machinist who made the first product, made the prototype of the product, and made the machine technology and computers now a part of the machinist's day-to-day process. The industry is expanding, creating more job opportunities for skilled employees. The CBC Machine Technology curriculum includes trade support theory courses in conjunction with laboratory training and general education courses. At the end of the program successful students will be able to: Demonstrate manual machining skills (operation of lathes, milling machines and surface grinders, tools), grinding skills, and blueprint reading skills Operate high tech equipment, such as electrical discharge machines and computerized numerical control machine Demonstrate skills in computer-aided drafting, solid modeling, and computer-aided manufacturing Use math and problem-solving skills The program requires students achieve a minimum grade of 2.0 to be able to continue enrollment in major courses. The Associate of Applied Science degree also requires a minimum grade of 2.0 for each major course. A student who achieves a grade of 1.9 or lower in any required major courses may repeat that course once to attempt to achieve a grade of 2.0 or higher. View more details on Columbia Basin College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Manufacturing Technology courses.