Diemaking, Diploma

Program Details

Semester 1

• CAD 139 - Intro to CAD/CAM Credits: 3
• CAD 184 - SolidWorks for Die Design Credits: 3
• MFG 402 - Basic Die Making Theory Credits: 4
• MFG 403 - Basic Die Making Lab Credits: 6
• MAT 772 - Applied Math Credits: 3

Semester 2

• MAT 773 - Applied Math II Credits: 3
• MFG 381 - EDM Fundamentals Credits: 3
• MFG 414 - Intro to Tool Design Credits: 3
• MFG 412 - Advanced Die Making Theory Credits: 4
• MFG 413 - Advanced Diemaking Lab Credits: 6

Semester 3

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

Total Credits Required to Complete the Diemaking Diploma - 48

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$178.00 per credit

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

Varied Costs

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

Approximate total for program: $9,309**

**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 Program or Career Choice?

• 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.
• A.A.S. degree-$54,760 (www.bls.gov).
• Students planning to transfer to a four-year institution should discuss options with a DMACC advisor regarding requirements for credit transfer.

Program Competencies

1. Demonstrate the safe and effective procedures and method in the proper use of tools, machines, and measuring tools.
2. Use verbal and written information as required by industry to effectively communicate with supervisors, co-workers, and employers.
3. Interpret data to industry standards.
4. Analyze industrial components using metrology to verify quality.
5. Create components using standard and advanced machining processes to industry standards.
6. Design complex mechanical assemblies including dies, molds, and fixtures.
7. Repair complex mechanical assemblies including dies, molds, and fixtures.

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