Machining is a subtractive technical process in which material is cut into a final shape and size to create parts, tools, and instruments. Machining is typically used to shape metals, though it can also be used on a variety of other raw materials. Machine shops utilize equipment and tools like mills, lathes, and drill presses to cut material and 3D printers to add material.
Dual Enrollment Students will “train and learn on state-of-the-art Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) equipment, lathes, mills, and other machines to create products used in the manufacturing environment. Instruction is given in related mathematics, blueprint reading, precision measuring, basic metallurgy, and heat-treating of metals. Incorporating the National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) standards, students learn cutting-edge techniques based on recognized fundamentals.” TCAT-Athens
See your high school counselor for opportunities in the Machining Program of Study.
Careers
Automotive machinists
CNC Machinists
Die Makers
Gear Machinists
Maintenance Machinists
Manual Lathe Machinists
Metal Die Finishers
Metal Gauge Makers
Plastic Die Maker Apprentices
Precision Machinists
Production Machinists
Tool and Die Machinists
Tool Room Machinists
Toolmakers
Post Secondary Certifications
Industry Certification:
OSHA 10
NIMS Precision Machining
Post Secondary Certification:
Production Machine Tender 432 Certificate
Machine Set-Up Operator 864 Certificate
Post Secondary Partners
Tennessee College of Applied Technologies-Athens
Cleveland State Community College
Community Partners
Clubs and Professional Organizations
Skills USA Career Technical Student Organization
“Mission Statement: SkillsUSA empowers its members to become world-class workers, leaders, and responsible American citizens. We improve the quality of our nation’s future skilled workforce through the development of SkillsUSA Framework skills that include personal, workplace, and technical skills grounded in academics. Our vision is to produce the most highly skilled workforce in the world, providing every member the opportunity for career success.”
Source: National Skills USA