Machine Manufacturing Technology
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Machine Made: Tools to Succeed
Machine manufacturing has evolved quickly and substantially in the last few decades. Since the 1950s, computer numerically controlled (CNC) machines have helped the industry achieve greater consistency and standardization. Now, a half-century later, machine operators use computer-aided manufacturing (CAM) software to control, manipulate and manage precision tool production. Machine manufacturing and tool dies have become increasingly valuable, especially in the production of high-precision tools for high-tech manufacturing and large industrial construction. With such dramatic advancements over time, it pays to have a solid foundation in the art and mathematical science of machine manufacturing.
That’s exactly what you’ll get at PCC. In our machine manufacturing program, we provide the skills you need to begin a career with the fundamental machining skills and concepts proven over time. Our program provides an opportunity to learn with self-paced, modular courses that provide you with necessary fundamental skills, helping you keep pace with the industry and advance your career.
Degrees and Certificates
- Associate of Applied Science in Machine Manufacturing Technology
- Two-year certificate
- One-year certificate
See the catalog for information regarding program requirements.
Note: We also offer a range of documented certificates for coursework ranging from 12 to 44 credits in a focused area. In addition, many of our courses transfer to four-year colleges.
Flexible Courses, Fitting Needs
PCC’s Machine Manufacturing Technology (MMT) program fits the needs of industry. Our program has been developed specifically as a self-paced learning format to fit one student’s needs or those of an entire organization. Thus, our curriculum is specifically designed as Open Entry Open Exit (OEOE) – a system that works for your pace and schedule. OEOE means all classes are modular by design; no “regular” classes are held. You can attend and complete work on a schedule that fits your needs, arranging your attendance to fit with work and other commitments. The OEOE format allows you to register at any time during the school year and complete your courses and assigned work as time permits. We also offer online courses through PCC’s Distance Education to support our students in outlying areas to the program. Please see the current term course schedule or www.pcc.edu for details.
What's Next?
- Apply for admission to PCC.
- Follow the From Admissions to Registration map.
- Meet with a Machine Manufacturing instructor as your advisor, to help you plan a course of study that will achieve your educational goals.
- Attend a shop/program orientation, given every Monday of the term at 9:30am, 3pm or 7pm.
- Your instructor/advisor will give you a yellow permission slip that allows you to enroll for Machining courses. Take this permission slip (along with your PCC Registration form) to the Registration office.
- Purchase required tools.
These steps are listed out in more detail in the New Student Handbook.