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Manual Machinist

Machining Technology

Start Dates

Fall, Spring
16 Week Term

Credits/Program Length

18 Credit Hours
2 Semesters

Estimated Cost

$1,800

(subject to change without notice)

Mode/Campus

Financial Aid

Yes

Program Overview

This program prepares students for skilled positions an entry-level manual machinist and/or entry-level CNC machinist. Manual and CNC machinists are individuals who are able to setup and operate a variety of manual and CNC machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. Students will learn through hands-on projects and computer assisted instruction, the basic skills needed to fabricate, modify, or repair mechanical and/or precision instruments. Employment may also include fabricating and modifying parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines.

What you will learn

  • Students will demonstrate general safety precautions.
  • Students will demonstrate how to use basic measuring instruments.
  • Students will demonstrate the skills to operate a manual lathe machine.
  • Students will demonstrate the skills to operate a manual milling machine.
  • Students will demonstrate the skills to setup and operate a CNC milling machine.
  • Students will demonstrate the skills to setup and operate a CNC Lathe machine.
  • Students will demonstrate the skills to write computer programs for CNC machines.

Certification

  • Technical Certificate

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Tuition & Financial Aid

TOTAL ESTIMATED COST

TOTAL PROGRAM COST: $1,800

Estimated total program costs include tuition, fees, lab fees, books, and required materials. Fees for third-party licensure or certification examinations are not included in the total program cost.

Financial Aid

Most SLTech programs qualify for scholarships, and many are eligible for grants and other educational benefits.

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Required Courses

TEMT 1000

Manufacturing Fundamentals

Credit Hours: 3

Semester: All

TEMT 1100

Mill Concepts

Credit Hours: 3

Semester: All

TEMT 1150

CNC Mill Concepts

Credit Hours: 3

Semester: All

TEMT 1200

Lathe Concepts

Credit Hours: 3

Semester: All

TEMT 1250

CNC Lathe Concepts

Credit Hours: 3

Semester: All

TEMT 1310

CNC Programming and CNC Machining Theory and Lab

Credit Hours: 3

Semester: All

HOW TO APPLY

STEP 1: Submit SLCC Application

Complete your admissions application.

Once you receive your student number (S#), meet with an Advisor.

STEP 2: Meet with an Advisor

Schedule an appointment (in-person, phone, or video call):

801-957-4978 Schedule Online

Program costs, schedules, and requirements are subject to change. Salt Lake Community College and Salt Lake Technical College are equal opportunity institutions and do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, religion, protected veteran status, or other protected status in admissions, educational programs, or employment.