Machine Tool Technology
The work of machine tool operators, machinists, industrial maintenance men, and other occupations requires skill in machining metal by machine tools such as milling machines, lathes, grinders, drill presses and shapers, and the ability to use precision measuring tools. The course in machine shop is designed to give the student experience on a variety of machine tools similar to those on which he or she will work after graduation. Instruction is given in related blueprint reading and mathematics, precision measuring, and basic metallurgy such as properties of metal, their workable characteristics, heat treatment of metals and relative hardness.
Levels of Training
| Program | Hours | Duration | Award |
| Production Machine Tender | 432 hours | 4 months | Certificate |
| Machine Set-Up Operator | 864 hours | 8 months | Certificate |
| General Machinist | 1728 hours | 16 months | Diploma |
| Machinist I | 2160 hours | 20 months | Diploma |
Course Outline
- Orientation
- Safety
- Technology Foundations
- Shop Theory/Blueprint Reading
- Shop Math/Work Keys
- Bench & Layout Work
- Lathe
- Milling Machines
- Grinders
- Power Saws
- Drill Press
- Tool Making
- Heat Treating/Metallurgy
- Tool Grinding
- Machinery's Handbook
- Shop Management
- Welding
- Introduction to CNC
- CNC Milling Centers
- CNC Turning Centers
- Sinker/Wire EDM
- Coordinate Measuring Machine
- Cad/Cam
Instructors
Bobby Humphreys (Jackson),
Sam Tolley (Lexington)
Locations
- Jackson Campus
- Lexington Campus
The Tennessee Technology Center at Jackson does not offer a student loan program.
The Tennessee Technology Center at Jackson does not offer a student loan program.
68.75% of graduates from this program, who began their studies in 2010-11, completed it within 20 months.
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