Machine Tool Technology Program

Machine Tool Technology Information Session

Explore the world of precision manufacturing and innovation. Build your knowledge and skills to master Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines for creating parts, tools and products for today’s industries.

Program overview with faculty instructor
Take a department tour
Learn about program scholarships, admissions, financial aid and the North Star Promise program (free tuition)

Wednesday | 11:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. | Hutchinson Campus | April 30

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Info Session RSVP – April 30

The Machine Tool Technology Program is great for individuals interested in manufacturing specialty careers. Students will learn to work with machines that cut, shape, and drill metal or plastic parts. Students choose between two primary program options:

Machining Technician – with a focus on basic shop skills and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) programming
CNC Precision Manufacturing – with a focus on computer-assisted programming, setup and operation

Program Delivery – Hybrid (Online & Hutchinson Campus)

Program courses are online
Lab’s hours (in person) are held on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Thursdays from 8:30 am to 4:00 pm

Scholarships Available!

Scholarships for a toolbox with tools and tuition are available through a generous gift from the Gene Haas Foundation. To learn more contact Greg Ryder, Machine Tool Technology Instructor.

Degrees & Awards

CNC Precision Manufacturing AAS CNC Precision Manufacturing Diploma CNC Technician Diploma CNC Technician Certificate Machining Technician Diploma

Skills you will learn

Safe manufacturing practices
Set up and operation of manual lathes, mills and surface grinders
Programming, set up and operation of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining and turning centers
Computer-aided Machining (CAM) software to generate programs for CNC shop machines
Operation of modern precision measuring and test equipment such as a Coordinate Measuring Machine (CMM), 3D Scanner, and Cobot.
Critical thinking for problem-solving