Engineering Design & Machine Tech

Course Description:

The overall goal of the class is to understand machine tools and processes and how to complete these processes safely and accurately to a very high degree of precision. 

• Students will work on conventional tool room equipment including mills, lathes, surface grinders as well as use hand tools, precision measurement instruments such as micrometers, indicators, and Computerized Machines (CNC). 
• Blueprint reading, technical math, and problem -solving skills are emphasized throughout the program.
• Many entry level jobs are available through the engineering design & machine technologies class, along with supervised work experiences*. 

*Because students are enrolled in a State approved CTE course they can legally work on equipment listed above after completion of the course.

Students who would benefit from this program

Students who would benefit from this program are those who enjoy working with numbers, fractions and reading a micrometer and caliper for precision measurement, are mechanically and technically inclined, and enjoy problem- solving.

Course Outline:

1st Semester: Safety, Metalworking Theory, Print Reading/GD&T, Benchwork, Intro to Mills/Lathes, Inspection and Measurement, Occupational Skills/Work Habits

2nd Semester: Machine Maintenance/Setup, Advanced Mill/Lathe Processes, CNC (Computer Numerical Control), CAD/CAM (Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Machining)

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High School Credit:

Students will earn elective credit at their high school upon completion of this course. Please see a high school counselor (based on district decision) for eligibility towards 4th-year math-related credit, VPAA credit, and waived credits for third year science and second year world language.

College Credit:

Direct or articulated credits through Muskegon Community College (CAD 110, CAD 135, HE110, MT101 and MT102.)

Length of Program:

1 year