Course Overview:
Ready to launch your career in machining? This immersive 336-hour course is your gateway to mastering the skills needed for success in the world of precision manufacturing. You'll dive into blueprint interpretation, perform crucial shop math, and work with advanced measuring tools. Learn to operate both traditional lathes and mills, as well as state-of-the-art Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines.
From basic to advanced machining operations, you'll gain hands-on experience to ensure your work meets the highest standards of quality. Our curriculum prepares you for entry-level positions like machine setup, operation, and programming, all while laying the foundation for you to become a highly skilled Machinist.
Sharpen your attention to detail, master tight tolerances, and enhance your mechanical problem-solving abilities. We emphasize safety, proper maintenance practices, and the critical thinking skills needed to overcome challenges in the shop. Plus, your tuition includes lab fees and access to industry-standard educational software, setting you up for success from day one.
Transform your passion for precision into a thriving career—enroll today!
Class Location:
Midtown Trade and Technology Center; Rooms 116/118
1523 N 4th St
Harrisburg, PA 17102
Course Objectives:
Upon successful completion of the course the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate measuring skills and proper usage of precision measurement tools: Vernier calipers, sine bar, micrometer, height gage, gage block, dial indicator and comparator
- Read and interpret industrial blueprints for part and component fabrication or assembly
- Create basic CNC programs for milling and turning from part schematics.
- Setup conventional and automated mills and lathes
- Describe common “G” and “M” codes and their functions
- Select proper tools, speeds and feeds to machine a part
- Demonstrate safe machine shop practices
- Complete the OSHA-10 Hour safety training for general industry
- Demonstrate basic knowledge of SolidWorks design software and the application’s functions, as well as explain the relationships between MasterCAM™ and SolidWorks™.
- Identify and correct the quality control issues commonly found within the manufacturing process
CLASS CANCELLATION/RESCHEDULE REQUIREMENTS:
Minimum enrollment numbers must be met in order for trainings to be held. Trainings with less than the required minimum enrollment are subject to cancellation or rescheduling. Classes will be cancelled or rescheduled no less than seven (7) working days before the scheduled start day of class and enrollees will be contacted.
Online course registration and payments are limited to one per person.
Price: $5,750.00
Dates/Times: June 3 - December 2, 2025 (8:30 am - 12:30 pm); Days: Tuesdays and Thursdays
*No Class on June 17 or June 19, 2025
Format: (In-Person and Online, access to a computer with internet is required)
Please feel free to email us if current class listing is unavailable.
