Manual Machinist
The Manual Machinist Program prepares students for Entry-Level careers in a high-skill, high-growth occupation.
Instructors bring field experience into the classroom to provide technical and hands-on training. Classes meet two nights per week to accommodate work schedules.
Students interested in the Manual Machinist Program must complete the Mechanical Maintenance Technician Basic Occupational Skills Award prior to enrollment. Students completing this program will receive an Occupational Skills Award for Manual Machinist and OSHA 10 credential.
Program Details
Learning Format
Face to Face
Program Length
32 weeks
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Occupational summary for Manual Machinist
35,400 Annual Job Openings
(2023-2033)
2% Projected Growth
(2023-2033)
$56,150 yr Median Salary / $26.99 hr
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Additional Program Info
Upon successfully completing all five courses in the Instrumentation program, students will earn a Certificate of Completion. Students will gain knowledge from industry professionals and will be able to:
Operate Manual Machine Tools – Safely and efficiently use lathes, milling machines, grinders, and drill presses.
Read and Interpret Blueprints – Understand technical drawings, geometric dimensions, and tolerances to create precision parts.
Perform Precision Measurements – Use calipers, micrometers, dial indicators, and other measuring instruments to ensure accuracy.
Apply Machining Mathematics – Utilize algebra, trigonometry, and geometry for calculating measurements, speeds, and feeds.
Select and Work with Materials – Identify and machine various metals and alloys based on project requirements.
Follow Safety and Workplace Standards – Adhere to OSHA regulations and industry best practices to maintain a safe work environment.
Understand Cutting Tools and Speeds – Choose appropriate cutting tools and set proper speeds and feeds for different materials.
Troubleshoot and Maintain Equipment – Identify and resolve common machining issues and perform basic machine maintenance.
- Course name: Basic Machine Shop Course Number: MCHN 1038
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This course is an introduction to machining fundamentals. Students will use lathes, milling machines, drill presses, power saws and bench grinders. They will learn machine terminology, theory, trade mathematics, part layout and bench work using common measuring tools. They will demonstrate tooling maintenance and material handling, plus perform basic machine shop maintenance while following safety guidelines.
- Course name: Basic Milling Course Number: MCHN 1013
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This course is an introduction to the common types of milling machines and their basic machines, part nomenclature, and basic machine operations and procedures. Students will identify milling machine components and their functions, calculate speeds and feeds, and set up and operate milling machines. They will apply safety, machine mathematics, blueprint reading and theory.
- Course name: Basic Lathe Course Number: MCHN 1008
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The course is an introduction to the common types of lathe machines, part terminology, basic machine operations and procedures. Students will identify lathe machine components and their functions, calculate speeds and feeds, set up and operate lathe machines. They will apply safety, machine mathematics, blueprint reading and theory..
- Course name: Advanced Machining Course Number: MCHN 2041
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This course is a study of advanced lathe and milling machines operations. The student will learn advanced cutting operations of lathes and milling machines, including the use of special tooling, bench assembly and materials identification.