Student Catalog and Handbook 2021-2022

Basic Machining Operator Certificate (BMO1)

The Basic Machining Operator certificate program prepares students for entry-level machine shop employment by providing the knowledge and skills in basic machining operations. Instruction is provided in blueprint reading; lathe, mill, and surface grinder operation; mathematical functions; and an introduction to the machine tool industry.

Career Opportunities

Graduates may find entry-level employment as machinists in the machine tool industry.

Credit Required for Completion: Minimum of 22 credit hours

Curriculum

Occupational Courses

MCHT 1011Introduction to Machine Tool

4

MCHT 1012Print Reading for Machine Tool

3

MCHT 1013Machine Tool Math

3

MCHT 1020Heat Treatment and Surface Grinding

4

MCHT 1119Lathe Operations I

4

MCHT 1120Mill Operations I

4