Machining Technology

Locations: Lehi

Program length
16 months

Total cost
$6,411

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Program length
16 months

Total cost
$6,411

Registration Opens:

Locations
See Map

The Machining Technology program prepares students to operate machine tools for producing complex components essential across various industries. Machinists are trained to work with turning, milling, grinding, and CNC machines, and are responsible for interpreting engineering drawings to manufacture precise parts. This program provides students with a strong foundation in the core principles of machining, setting them up for successful careers in a high-demand field.

70% Completion This data is pulled from fiscal year 2023. The displayed number does not guarantee completion of the program.

84% Placement This data is pulled from fiscal year 2023. The displayed number does not guarantee placement after the program.

Avg. salary $48k-$55k Wage data represents an estimate sourced directly from Career One Stop. Actual salaries may vary.

UTAH SYSTEM OF HIGHER EDUCATION (USHE) DESCRIPTION:
The Machining Technology program trains students to use machine tools to produce complex parts used in every industry – from the machines they use, to the parts they use to produce their product. Machinists are trained to use various turning, milling, grinding, and computer numerical controlled (CNC) machines to produce complex parts. Machinists are also tasked to interpret engineer’s drawings to process the desired part. The Machining Technology program is structured to give students a solid foundation in the core fundamentals of machining and launch a career in a field that is always in high demand.

This program is eligible for Financial and Veterans Aid! Learn more

Registration Opens: April 23, 2024

Minimum Age Requirement: 16 years old. High school students must be in their junior or senior year.

Registration opens at 8:00 AM on the Student Portal, and remains open until classes are full.

  • Complete and satisfy score requirements on the Entrance Assessment administered by the Testing Center.
SECTIONCAMPUSROOM #START DATEEND DATESTART TIMEEND TIMEDAYS
Fall 2024Lehi Trades & Technology11808/15/2024non-term7:30 AM10:30 AMM – F
Fall 2024Lehi Trades & Technology11808/15/2024non-term11:30 AM2:30 PMM – F
Fall 2024Lehi Trades & Technology11808/15/2024non-term5:15 PM9:00 PMM – TH
Spring 2025Lehi Trades & Technology1181/6/2025non-term7:30 AM10:30 AMM – F
Spring 2025Lehi Trades & Technology1181/6/2025non-term11:30 AM2:30 PMM – F
Spring 2025Lehi Trades & Technology1181/6/2025non-term5:15 PM9:00 PMM – TH
Schedule Notes:Classes will be held Monday – Thursday during the summer session
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Total hours: 960

Course Descriptions
 
Course NameCourse HoursCourse CreditsExternship/Clinical/ WBL CreditsTuition ($120/credit hour)Course Fees
Introduction to Machining1204$480.00$250.00
Turning1204$480.00$75.00
Milling and Grinding1204$480.00$75.00
Turning and Milling 21204$480.00$250.00
Introduction to CNC Machining1204$480.00$100.00
CNC Machining1204$480.00$100.00
CAD/CAM Mastercam1204$480.00$125.00
4 Axis Machining1204$480.00$100.00
TOTALS:960320$3,840.00$1,075.00
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Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program. While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.

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Tuition/FeesCost
Tuition:$3,840.00
Application Fee$0.00
Registration Fee:$40.00
Total Course Fees:$1,075.00
Required Materials:$1,456.00
Industry Exam Fee:$0.00
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Note: High school students attend MTECH tuition free, and are only responsible for fees and materials.

Course-by-course cost breakdowns can be found on the “Courses” tab above.

Upon registration, you will register and submit payment for the first course in the program. Fees and materials may be required upfront, while some may be paid later throughout the program.

While not required, you may make a deposit, in person or online, for the full program upon registration to be held in your student account.

Required MaterialsQuantityNotes (ISBN numbers, etc)Cost
Precision Maching Technology, 3rd Edition1 978-1-337-79530-2 Included in Student Fees
Machinery’s Handbook, 31st Edition, Tool box edition1 978-0-83113-731-1 Included in Student Fees
Machinist Tool Kit1 Tool kits are not required the first day of class. (This will be discussed the first week of class) $1,456.00
Total Cost of Required Materials$1,456.00
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  • MTECH Program Certificate in Machining Technology

What is a machinist?
A machinist operates machines to cut precision parts.

How much money can a machinist make?
To start, machinists typically make $16-20/hr. Experienced machinists can make $20-$30+/hr.

How to Apply

Submit MTECH Application

Applying is free and easy! When you apply, please choose “undecided” as your program choice. You will select Machining Technology after being accepted to MTECH.

Take the Entrance Assessment

Admission requirements may be met by taking the Entrance Assessment OR by providing qualifying documentation. The Entrance Assessment can be taken at a Testing Center, and qualifying documents can be sent to transcripts@mtec.edu.

Learn more about the assessment HERE

Register for Machining Technology

Once previous steps have been completed, eligibility is met to register for the first course within the program. Registration is on a first come, first serve basis. Tuition and fees are due for the first course upon registration.

Prospective students can register through the Student Portal, or in person at Student Services.

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Program Lead
Corey Bates

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Program length
16 mos
Total cost
$6,411
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Course Descriptions

Introduction to Machining
In this course students will have and introduction to basic procedures and operations encountered in the machine shop and various manufacturing industries. Topics include workplace skills, essential safety practices, math, understanding drawing, use of basic measuring and hand tools, basic knowledge of sawing operations, applications of pedestal grinding, and drill press operations.
Turning
In this course, students will be introduced to essential material cutting concepts by setting up and operating a precision lathe machine. Topics include principles of holding and locating work pieces, selection cutting tools and holders, turning speeds and feeds, application of cutting depth, width, and direction, part production and inspection.
Milling and Grinding
In this course, students will be introduced to essential material cutting concepts by setting up and operating a milling machine. Topics include principles of clamping and locating work pieces, selection of cutting tools and holders, milling speeds and feeds application of cutting depth, width, and direction, part production, and inspection. Students will also be introduced to Grinding machines.
Turning and Milling 2
In this course, students will demonstrate their knowledge and ability to apply what they have been taught in the previous courses to manufacturing various part assemblies. Students will need to read and interpret prints to use the machines to manufacture various parts and then assemble them into an working assembly.
Introduction to CNC Machining
In this course student will learn to operate, setup and write code for CNC Machining Centers and Turning Centers. This course will include, safety, CNC terminology, and preparatory steps to run a CNC program, setup and operation of CNC machines, writing program code and perform part production and inspection.
CNC Machining
In this course students will learn more advanced programming and demonstrate their ability to program and run CNC machines. Students will use the knowledge they have achieved in the previous courses to follow instructions to produce working part assemblies.
CAD/CAM Mastercam
In this course students will learn how to use Mastercam to design parts and create tool paths to machine parts. Topics include software operating systems, drawing commands, editing commands, tool-path generation, posting a program and setting up and running the programs created.
4 Axis Machining
This course introduces CNC multiaxis machines. Students will learn procedures and practices for safe setup and operation of the machine, toolholding and workholding selection, programming in CAD/CAM software for mulitaxis machines, and part production and inspection.
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