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: $36,620–$57,540 / year (Nevada)

Career Outlook: Average growth. Jobs available due to difficulty finding skilled workers

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

WNC Academic Division: Technology

Total Requirements: 60 Units (Credits)

Course Requirements
Program Requirements		39 Units (Credits)
DFT 110	Blueprint Reading For Industry	3
or CONS 120	Blueprint Reading and Specification
MTT 105	Machine Shop I	3
MTT 110	Machine Shop II	3
MTT 230	Computer Numerical Control I	4
MTT 232	Computer Numerical Control II	4
MTT 250	Machine Shop III	3
MTT 260	Machine Shop IV	3
Math Course*		3
*Math 110 Recommended
Choose 13 units from the following:
MTT 106	Machine Shop Practice I	2
MTT 111	Machine Shop Practice II	2
MTT 251	Machine Shop Practice III	2
MTT 261	Machine Projects	1-6
MTT 262	Machine Shop Practice IV	2
MTT 292	Computer-Aided Manufacturing I	4
MTT 293	Computer-Aided Manufacturing II	4
MTT 295	Work Experience	1-6
Related Machine Shop Course		1-6
General Education Requirements		21 Units (Credits)
English/Communications Requirements Must include a writing course		6
Human Relations Requirement		3
Humanities/Social Science Requirements		3
Science Requirements		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 page.

Suggested Course Sequence

1st Year

First Semester: 17 Credits

DFT 110: 3
English Course: 3
Human Relations Course: 3
Math Course: 3
MTT 105: 3
MTT 106: 2

Second Semester: 13 Credits

English Course: 3
MTT 110: 3
MTT 111: 2
MTT 261: 2
Science Course: 3

2nd Year

Third Semester: 15 Credits

Humanities/Social Science Course: 3
MTT 230: 4
MTT 250: 3
MTT 251: 2
Science Course: 3

Fourth Semester: 15 Credits

MTT 232: 4
MTT 260: 3
MTT 262: 2
Program Elective: 3
U.S./Nevada Constitution: 3

Mission and Outcomes

Mission: The mission of the Associate of Applied Science degree in Machine Tool Technology is to provide the student with the skills and knowledge to succeed in the machining industry.

Student Learning Outcomes: Students who complete an Associate of Applied Science in Machine Tool Technology are expected to:

know the subject matter appropriate to the Associate of Applied Science in Machine Tool Technology
use skills and perform tasks essential for employment
have the self-confidence needed for seeking employment in this field
use available resources to remain current in the machine industry

Download the Student Learning Outcomes/Course Matrix [ PDF / 18 KB ]