Tool & Diemaking, AAS

Program Details

Semester 1

• MAT 772 - Applied Math Credits: 3
• MFG 121 - Machine Trade Printreading I Credits: 2
• MFG 105 - Machine Shop Measuring Credits: 3
• MFG 250 - Engine Lathe Theory Credits: 1
• MFG 251 - Engine Lathe Operations Lab Credits: 2
• MFG 260 - Mill Operations Theory Credits: 1
• MFG 261 - Milling Operations Lab Credits: 2
• MFG 276 - Hand & Bench Machine Tools Credits: 1

Semester 2

• MAT 773 - Applied Math II Credits: 3
• MFG 132 - Machine Trade Printreading II Credits: 3
• MFG 290 - Heat Treatments Credits: 1
• MFG 252 - Engine Lathe Theory II Credits: 2
• MFG 253 - Engine Lathe Operations Lab II Credits: 3
• MFG 273 - Mill Operations II Credits: 2
• MFG 274 - Mill Operations Lab II Credits: 3

Semester 3

• MFG 270 - Grinders Theory Credits: 1
• MFG 271 - Grinders Lab Credits: 3
• MFG 356 - CNC Lathe Programming Theory Credits: 2
• MFG 359 - CNC Lathe Setup and Oper Lab Credits: 1
• MFG 337 - CNC Mill Programming Theory Credits: 2
• MFG 338 - CNC Mill Setup and Oper Lab Credits: 1

Semester 4

• MFG 402 - Basic Die Making Theory Credits: 4
• MFG 403 - Basic Die Making Lab Credits: 6
• CAD 184 - SolidWorks for Die Design Credits: 3
• CAD 139 - Intro to CAD/CAM Credits: 3

Semester 5

• MFG 411 - Progressive Die Design Credits: 3
• MFG 412 - Advanced Die Making Theory Credits: 4
• MFG 413 - Advanced Diemaking Lab Credits: 6
• MFG 381 - EDM Fundamentals Credits: 3

Semester 6

• MFG 452 - Moldmaking Credits: 3
• MFG 140 - Geometric Dimension/Tolerance Credits: 1
• Select one course from Option 1 Credits: 3
• Select one course from Option 2 Credits: 3

Total Credits Required to Complete the Tool & Diemaking AAS Degree - 84

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$156.00 per credit

The costs for each program are estimates and subject to change.

Varied Costs

Please see program website at www.dmacc.edu/machining for additional information regarding books and tools.

Approximate total for program: $15,959**

Prices reflect new.  Used may be used. 

**Program entry requirements are not included in the total approximate cost.

What Kind of Work Will You Do?

• Make dies, metal forms and tools; guide and hold devices used in the mass production of metal and plastic parts.
• Spend time doing precision handwork on dies such as sanding, filing, scraping, and polishing parts of the dies.
• Use almost every kind of machine tool and precision-measuring instrument.
• Repair gauges, jigs, fixtures, and dies that may be worn or damaged.

What Skills and Abilities Will You Need?

• Apply math skills in specific machine setups and operations.
• Organize your work, planning each step of the job from beginning to end.
• Maintain a steady hand for precise movements and use your eyes for close work for long periods of time.
• Be able to lift 25 to 50 pounds.
• Demonstrate imagination and creativity on the various machine setups and operations.
• Demonstrate a positive attitude and work closely with others.
• Basic computer management skills.
• Must be able to follow industry standard safety guidelines.
• A quick reaction time is critical in this field.  The ability to quickly respond (with the hand, finger, or foot) to a signal (sound, light, picture) when it appears is necessary to avoid injury.

What Else Should I Consider about this Degree program?

To be a journeyman machinist, you will need two to three years of on-the-job apprenticeship experience.

There is danger of accidents due to the high-powered, fast-moving machine parts.

Most of the work will be done in a standing position.

Average starting salary, A.A.S. degree-$44,996 (2014-2015 Placement Report).

Students planning to transfer to a four-year institution should discuss options with a DMACC advisor regarding requirements for credit transfer.

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