Machinist Technology Diploma

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The Tool & Diemaking program prepares students to meet the demands for qualified personnel in either the conventionally controlled or computer numerical-controlled (CNC) tooling industry.

There are two separate diploma options available: Machinist Technology and Diemaking.

1st Year: Machinist Technology graduates should have the skills required to work in a general machine shop.

2nd Year: Diemaking graduates should have the skills necessary to work as tool planners, tool makers, die makers, etc. By completing the core courses required for all students plus the courses in the two diploma options, students may receive a Tool & Diemaking AAS degree.

For more information about the Tool & Diemaking program, please visit our website at www.dmacc.edu/machining.

Location: Ankeny

Students start Fall semester.

(If you wish to start the program in the Spring or Summer, please contact the program chair at 515-964-6416 to discuss proper sequencing of courses.)

Program Entry Requirements: Machinist Technology Diploma

Complete an application for admission.
Satisfy the assessment requirement.
Attend any required information/registration session.

Graduation Requirements

To earn a Machinist Technology or Diemaking Diploma , or a Tool & Diemaking AAS degree , a student must complete all coursework as prescribed and maintain a 2.0 grade point average.

AAS Degree Core Requirements

All students must complete the following:

Required Courses

MAT 772 - Applied Math Credits: 3
MAT 773 - Applied Math II Credits: 3

Option Courses

Option 1 - Select 1 Course

COM 703 - Communication Skills Credits: 3
ENG 105 - Composition I Credits: 3

Option 2 - Select 1 Course

MGT 145 - Human Relations in Business Credits: 3
PSY 111 - Introduction to Psychology Credits: 3
PSY 102 - Human and Work Relations Credits: 3
SOC 110 - Introduction to Sociology Credits: 3

Requirements for the Machinist Technology Diploma

Students who choose the Machinist Technology Diploma option must complete the following courses:

(Note: For those students who only wish to complete the CNC Operator Certificate, the 10 courses below preceded by an * are the courses needed to complete the CNC Operator Certificate.)

Semester 1

MFG 276 - Hand & Bench Machine Tools Credits: 1
* 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

Semester 2

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
MFG 132 - Machine Trade Printreading II Credits: 3
MFG 290 - Heat Treatments Credits: 1

Semester 3

Required Course(s)

* MFG 350 - CNC Lathe Operations Credits: 1
* MFG 351 - CNC Lathe Operations Lab Credits: 2
* MFG 330 - CNC Mill Operations Theory Credits: 1
* MFG 331 - CNC Mill Operations Lab Credits: 2
Plus AAS degree Core Requirements (from above) Credits: 12

Option 3 - Select Both Courses or Option 4*

MFG 270 - Grinders Theory Credits: 1
MFG 271 - Grinders Lab Credits: 3

Option 4 - Select 1 Course or Option 3

MFG 932 - Internship Credits: 4 *

Note:

* MFG 932 (Option 4) does not count toward the Tool & Diemaking AAS degree requirements. Students pursuing the AAS degree are required to take MFG 270 & MFG 271 (Option 3).

Option 4 internship is only available with program chairperson approval and company sponsorship.

Total Credits Required to Complete the Machinist Technology Diploma - 48

Fixed Costs

Tuition……………………………………………………………………………………..$143.00 per credit

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

Varied Costs

	Semester 1	Semester 2	Semester 3
Books (approximate)	270	140
Supplies	50	50	50
Equipment-Tool	70	1500

Approximate total for program: $8,994*

* 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.

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.
• Average starting salary, Machinist Diploma-$31,680 (2009-2010 Placement Report),
A.A.S. degree-$27,040 (2010-2011 Placement Report).

Nondiscrimination Policy

Des Moines Area Community College shall not engage in or allow discrimination covered by law. This includes harassment based on race, color, national origin, creed, religion, sex (including pregnancy and marital status), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability and genetic information. Veteran status in educational programs, activities, employment practices, or admission procedures is also included to the extent covered by law. Individuals who believe they have been discriminated against may file a complaint through the College Discrimination Complaint Procedure. Complaint forms may be obtained from the Campus Provost’s office, the Academic Deans’ office, the Judicial Officer, or the EEO/AA Officer, Human Resources. For information about the ADA, the Section 504/ADA Coordinator can be contacted at 515-964-6857. For Title IX questions and concerns contact 515-964-6850.