Machinist
Quality control & Inspection
CNC Operator
Mold Maker
CNC Programmer
CNC Set-up technician
Machine repair technician
Research and Development
Jig & Fixture Maker
Tool & Die Maker
Entrepreneur / Inventor
The Advanced Manufacturing Department is a finely tuned program that prepares students to work in the modern, high tech field of manufacturing. Students will learn and practice the basic fundamentals of manufacturing. Students are instructed in the utilization and care of bench tools, inspection instruments, metal cutting lathes, milling machines, drilling machines, and grinders.
Upon learning these basics, students shall be instructed in the more technologically modern aspect of computerized manufacturing, including the operation of modern, highly sophisticated computer numerical controlled (CNC) machinery.
Students will also train on industry-standard computer software: MasterCam and SolidWorks.
All aspects of the shop prepare the graduate with skills and knowledge to enter the manufacturing workforce or pursue post-secondary education.
With a High School Degree Machinist Salaries: $35,000 per year
With a 2 Year College Degree Mechanical Engineering Technician Salaries: $53,700 per year
With a 4 Year College Degree Manufacturing Technician Salaries: $61,000+ per year