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
Contact Us
Career Coach
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.
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 OnlineProgram 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.