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Associate of Applied Science, Machine Tool Technology: 2007-2008 Catalog
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Machine Tool Technology

Associate of Applied Science

The Machine Tool Technology program provides training for students who plan to enter the machine trades field and upgrading for those in the field who desire additional skills. The program is competency based, allowing students to enter at their own level and progress at their own pace. Hands-on learning is stressed, allowing students to take as many laboratory hours as possible.

Salary: $30,100–$44,000 / year (Nevada)

Career Outlook: Slower than average growth, but good jobs available due to difficulty finding skilled workers

Good To Know: Often work with computerized numerical control (CNC) machines

WNC Academic Division: For more information about this program of study, please contact the Technology Division.

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Class Schedule View these courses in the class schedule Suggested Course Sequence Mission and Outcomes	Machine Tool Technology Certificate of Achievement

Total Requirements: 60 credits

Program Requirements		39 Credits

DFT 110B or CONS 120B	Blueprint Reading For Industry Blueprint Reading and Specification	3
MTT 105B	Machine Shop I	3
MTT 110B	Machine Shop II	3
MTT 230B	Computer Numerical Control I	4
MTT 232B	Computer Numerical Control II	4
MTT 250B	Machine Shop III	3
MTT 260B	Machine Shop IV	3
MATH Course *		3
* MATH 110B Recommended


Choose 13 credits from the following:
MTT 106B	Machine Shop Practice I	2
MTT 111B	Machine Shop Practice II	2
MTT 251B	Machine Shop Practice III	2
MTT 261B	Machine Projects	1–6
MTT 262B	Machine Shop Practice IV	2
MTT 292B	Computer-Aided Manufacturing I	4
MTT 293B	Computer-Aided Manufacturing II	4
MTT 295B	Work Experience	1–6
Related Machine Shop Course		1–6

General Education Requirements		21 Credits
English/Communications Requirement (Must include a writing course)		6
Human Relations Requirement		3
Humanities/Social Science Requirements		3
Science Requirement		6
U.S. and Nevada Constitution Requirements		3
A list of all courses filling general education requirements for the Associate of Applied Science can be found on the Associate of Applied Science Degree Requirements page.

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