Precision Manufacturing and Machining Technology, AAS

Precision Manufacturing and Machining Technology

Purpose

The Precision Manufacturing and Machining program is designed to prepare the student for employment and advancement as an entry level machine operator.

Program Description

Precision Manufacturing and Machining Technology is an instructional program that prepares individuals to shape metal parts on machines such as lathes, grinders, drill presses, and milling machines. Included is instruction in making computations related to work dimensions, testing feeds and speeds of machines; using precision measuring instruments such as layout tools, micrometers, and gauges; machining and heat-treating various metals; and laying out machine parts. Also included is instruction in the operation and maintenance of computerized equipment.

Program Length

One Semester
Two Semesters
Four Semesters

Degree(s) Offered

Career Pathway Certificate
Career Certificate
Technical Certificate
Associate in Applied Science

Admission Requirements

Must meet all general admission requirements of the college. For some technical certificate programs, an ACT WorkKeys Career Readiness Credential may be accepted for admission purposes in place of the ACT. See the appropriate program for more details.
Must have good manual dexterity, arm-hand steadiness, near vision, active listening, and information ordering skills.

Contact

Jones College Enrollment Services at 601.477.4257 or Instructor: Kirkland Sharplin at 601.477.5420 or at kirkland.sharplin@jcjc.edu.

Program Requirements

The following advisement plan is a recommended course of study. An academic advisor may alter course sequence to meet individual student needs. In addition, an academic advisor may recommend additional or different courses depending upon student career plans and/or requirements of the college or university to which the student plans to transfer.

Freshman Year

First Semester

SSP 1003 - Smart Start Pathway Semester Credit Hours: 3
MST 1313 - Machine Tool Math Semester Credit Hours: 3
MST 1413 - Blueprint Reading Semester Credit Hours: 3
MST 1115 - Power Machinery I Semester Credit Hours: 5
* Approved Electives Semester Credit Hours: 3
ENG 1113 - English Composition I Semester Credit Hours: 3

Total Hours: 20

Second Semester

MST 1124 - Power Machinery II Semester Credit Hours: 4
MST 1613 - Precision Layout Semester Credit Hours: 3
MST 1423 - Advanced Blueprint Reading Semester Credit Hours: 3
* Approved Electives Semester Credit Hours: 3
ENG 1123 - English Composition II Semester Credit Hours: 3

Total Hours: 16

Sophomore Year

First Semester

MST 2135 - Power Machinery III Semester Credit Hours: 5
MST 2714 - Computer Numerical Control Operations I Semester Credit Hours: 4
SPT 1113 - Public Speaking I Semester Credit Hours: 3
MAT 1033 - Technical Mathematics Semester Credit Hours: 3
or a higher Math

Total Hours: 15

Second Semester

MST 2145 - Power Machinery IV Semester Credit Hours: 5
MST 2724 - Computer Numerical Control Operations II Semester Credit Hours: 4
* Approved Electives Semester Credit Hours: 6

Total Hours: 15

Note(s):

Students who lack entry level skills in math, English, science, etc. will be provided related studies.

* Approved electives include those listed in the MCCB approved CTE and/or Academic Uniform Course Numbering Document. Through the approved curriculum, course substitutions may be allowed at the discretion of the program advisor.