Machining Technologies
About Machining Technologies
The training includes precision measurement, operating lathes, mills, drill presses, grinders, blueprint reading, operating power saws, heat-treating operations, bench work, computer numerical control (CNC) machining tools, and training in SolidWorks©.
The mission of this program is to prepare students for employment as machinists, machinist helpers, machine operators and machine setup operators.
Program Structure
| Postsecondary Program of Study | OCP | Course | Hours |
| Machinist Helper | A | PMT0020 | 300 |
| Machinist Operator | B | PMT0022 | 300 |
| Machinist Setup Operator | C | PMT0024 | 600 |
| Machinist | D | PMT0025 | 300 |
Dual Enrollment is available for high school students. View the Dual Enrollment at OTC video playlist.
Additional Program Details
Program Structure Details
Occupational Completion Points (OCPs) - The Machining Technologies program is a planned sequence of instruction consisting of four Occupational Completion Points. OCPs provide a student with early completion training options linked to employment opportunities established by the Florida Department of Education based on the Standard Occupational Classification (SOC) system and accepted industry titles. Academic skill level required to complete program: Grade 8 language, grade 9 math, and reading.
Industry Certification/Licensure
Near completion of the program, students take the following certification exams:
- SolidWorks Associate
- Autodesk Certified User Fusion 360
Articulation
Upon successful completion of this program, students enrolling in an A.S. degree program are eligible to be awarded articulated credits at:
Valencia College:
- Supervision & Management for Industry A.S. degree – Up to 27 credits
Program Cost
*Subject to change
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