Course Description:
This program is instructed by
Cliff Wightman.
It develops basic skills in machine tool operations and gives students experience
on a variety of machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, and computer
numerical control (CNC) machines. Instruction is give in related math, blueprint
reading, precision measuring, basic metallurgy and heat treating of metals.
Machinists make and repair metal parts for all types of machines. They operate
lathes, drill presses, grinders, and other equipment.
Machinists perform some or all of the following tasks:
Study blueprints or written plans of the part to be made
Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to make parts to specified tolerances
Take parts and fit and assemble to make a functional machine or tool
Measure work using micrometers, depth gauges and calipers
Program machines including Wire EDM, CMM, VMC, Die Sinker/RAM EDM, CNC Mill
Outlook for
the Future
Average Salary in Tennessee
(TN Department of Employment Security)
$12.61 per hour
Job
Opportunities:
Machinists are employed by custom machine shops and by factories and industries
which have their own machine shop departments within their facilities.
Demand for:
The estimated number of machinists in Tennessee is 6,200. Job opportunities
will be good as employers continue to report difficulties in finding workers
with necessary skills and knowledge.
Exit Points Award Hours/Months
Machinist I Diploma 1728/16
Machinist I + NIMS Credentials Diploma 1944/18
Enrollment:
New Students enroll every month as space is available.
Average time to complete program:
18 months
Grades:
An average grade of C or better must be maintained to remain enrolled.
Estimated Cost:
First Day under *$1,000 Total under **$4,000
*There may
be additional costs during the first term. **Costs are subject to change.
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