Machine Tool Technology - Napa Valley College

Machine Tool Technology from Napa Valley College is a Campus Associate Engineering General degree that prepares you for a Engineering career. This program prepares students for employment in the machinist and/or toolmaking trade. The courses cover setting up and operating basic machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, drill presses, grinders. Computerized machine tool programming and operation is also included. Emphasis is placed on the manufacture of component machine parts, using the mater ials removal process for metals and plastics. The course of study also includes precision measuring skills, blueprint reading, cutting tool design, shop mathematics, and efficient and economical sequencing of machine tooling operations. student Learning Outcomes Upon completion of the Certificate or AS Degree Major in Machine Tool Technology , it is intended that students will be able to: Demonstrate good work and safety habits, while using hand tools and power equipment. Perform basic machining operations on lathes, mills, surface grinders and drill presses. Perform basic measuring functions using precision measuring tools. Read engineering drawing to accomplish required operations on machine tools . Accomplish advanced lathe and mill processes, while working independently. Understand tool geometry, carbide insert tooling. Calculate all required math to accomplish machining processes. Set-up, operate, and program basic CNC lathes and mills. View more details on Napa Valley College . Ask your questions and apply online for this program or find other related Engineering General courses.