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Pathways: Manufacturing Technician

This is a two-term Pathway designed for students pursuing entry-level work in the Machine Manufacturing Industry. The entry-level wage for this occupation in the Portland Metropolitan area is approximately $9-11/hour (Source:  Oregon's Labor Market Information System, www.olmis.org). Students completing the courses with a grade of "C" or better are eligible to apply for a Career Pathways Certificate of Completion.

Conveniently located: PCC's Sylvania campus

There is currently a waitlist for this program. Sample class schedule.

Learn more:

For more information on the next Manufacturing Technician Pathway and/or attending as a Career Pathways student, please contact Laurie Chadwick at 971-722-6233.

 

Features

• Students earn 25-25.5 college credits that may be applicable to other PCC degree programs while learning a new career.
• Students are work-ready upon completion of the training.
• Students will be prepared for a variety of entry-level occupations in manufacturing.
• Students participate in three hours a week of Career Planning.
• A cohort learning community is developed and an Employment Specialist supports students as they pursue employment in the manufacturing field.
• This course is offered in partnership with the PCC Machine Manufacturing Technology Department.
• Skills gained in this training can lead to various jobs in the Machine Manufacturing Industry and serve as solid preparation for the PCC Machine Manufacturing, CNC Turning and Milling 1 or 2 year certificates and the Associate of Applied Science Degree.

 

Estimated Cost of Training:

Term 1: $2,300.70

Term 2: $1,287.25

Total: $3,587.95

Training Cost Sheet

*Includes fee for career guidance, Career Planning class, and placement services.

Note: The figures above are based on the 2011/12 PCC fee structure. They are approximations and subject to change without notice.

Prerequisites

• You must possess a high school diploma or GED.
• Take a COMPASS placement exam with placement into Math 20, Writing 90, and Reading 90. If your scores on the exam are below those listed above, please call the contact person below to discuss your options.

   

Course of Study

Manufacturing Technician

Course Number	Course Name	Credits
MCH100	Machine Tool Basics	1
MCH105	Blueprint Reading I	1.5
MCH110	Blueprint Reading II	1.5
MCH120	Machine Shop Math	2
MCH125	Speeds and Feeds	1
MCH135	Basic Measuring Tools	1.5
MCH145	Layout Tools	1.5
MCH130	Machine Shop Trigonometry	2.5
WFTT23	Career Planning: This course is designed to build a learning community among students pursuing career pathways courses. Students will develop their skills as a student, intern and job seeker. A job search portfolio will be used as an organizational framework for the course.	non-credit
Total Credits (Term 1)		12.5
MCH115	Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing	3.5
MCH121	Manufacturing Processes	4
MCH150	Precision Measuring Tools	1.5
MCH280	Cooperative Education	4
Total Credits (Term 2)		13

 

 

Employment Prospects

Despite differing rates of employment change, a large number of machine setter, operator, and tender jobs will become available due to an expected surge in retirements as some baby boomers become eligible for retirement by the end of the decade.

Workers with a thorough background in machine operations, exposure to a variety of machines, and a good working knowledge of the properties of metals and plastics will be best able to adjust to the changing environment. As workers adapt to team-oriented production methods and operate more machines, the number of multiple-machine-tool operators, setters, and tenders—metal and plastic will continue to rise. (source: US Department of Labor)