Machine Trades

Students in the Machine Trades program will learn about a variety of tools related to machine tool operation. Students will setup and operate engine lathes, vertical milling machines, drill presses, cut-off-saws, and surface grinders. Other areas covered will be layout, precision measurement, shop math, basic computer aided machining (Mazak and Haas), arc and oxyacetylene welding. Advanced students will work with advanced machine operations and set-ups along with electrical discharge machine operations, tool and cutter grinding, jigs and fixtures, advanced computer aided machining, tig, mig, and wire feed welding. Students learn in a hands-on lab, implementing classroom theory with individual and team projects.

Instructor:

Paul Driggers
(989) 775-2210 x 20700
pdriggers@mtpleasant.edzone.net

Explore Future Career Opportunities:

CAD/CAM Operator
CNC Operator
CNC Programming
Drilling Operator
Lathe Operator
Milling Operator
Precision Grinding
Tool & Die Making
Boring Mill Operator
CNC Machinist
Die Design
Drafting/Tool Design
EDM Programmer
Inspector
Machine Repair
Machine Tool Operator
Plant Manager
Product Designer
Purchasing

CNC Operator
CNC Programmer
Drilling Specialist
EDM Programmer
General Precision Machinist
Grinding Specialist
Lathe Specialist
Milling Specialist
Mold Maker
Tool & Die Maker
Business Owner
Foreman/Supervisor
Industrial Engineer
Manufacturing Engineer
Materials Engineer
Mechanical Engineering
Metallurgist

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