Machine Tool Technology
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Machine Tool Technology, A.A.S.
Direct-to-Career Program
Students in the Machine Tool Technology program study the process of making high-precision parts that make the modern world possible. Students will learn how to go from a blueprint to a precision part that might be used in a piece of factory machinery, an ATV, a medical implant, or even the space station.
A modern machinist must be able to interpret complex engineering drawings, create entire production processes, and utilize both manual and computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools to manufacture these complex parts efficiently, and to specification. Machinists must be able to communicate with engineers, inspectors, managers, and production personnel to solve complex production problems. This all takes an understanding and application of knowledge in mathematics, blueprint reading, precision measurement and inspection, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, machining theory and practice, CNC programming, metallurgy and materials science, and tooling technology.
CCC Machine Tool Tech students gain competency in all of these skills, and then apply them in their careers to produce the high-quality components that make all of our lives better. They do this all with the added bonus of knowing that as long as humans need to make things, their skills will always be in demand - both locally, and globally.
Career Outlook
| Job Title | Degree Needed | Regional/State Job Outlook | Regional/State Average Entry Earnings |
|---|---|---|---|
| Machinists | Associate's | Favorable / Favorable | $33,190 / $33,020 |
| First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers | Associate's | Favorable / Favorable | $47,290 / $42,120 |
What is Machine Tool Technology?
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“The professors, technology, and my classmates were fantastic - it was really such an amazing learning environment. Going into my job, I felt more assured about my performance because I had such a good time here at Corning."
Gracelin Geinitz ’23 , Manufacturing Engineer and CNC Programmer, Hilliard Corporation