Manufacturing Technology Certificate

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This certificate program is designed for individuals who do not seek the associate degree, yet still want the technical skills and knowledge necessary for successful employment in the field of manufacturing. The curriculum provides instruction for such occupations as machine operator, machinist, and CNC operator.

Program Requirements

CADMD 141 Technical Drafting I 3 hrs credit
MT 101 Machining Basics – Measurement, Materials, and Safety 3 hrs credit
MT 102 Machining Job Planning, Benchwork, and Layout 3 hrs credit
MT 210 CNC Milling Level I 3 hrs credit
MT 212 Introduction to Robotics 3 hrs credit
TECH 109 Technical Mathematics I 4 hrs credit

Select 13 credits from the following:

CADMD 243 Introduction to AutoCAD 3 hrs transfer credit
CADMD 244 Intermediate AutoCAD 3 hrs credit
ELEC 102 Alternating Current, Polyphase Circuits and Transformers 3 hrs credit
HYDR 101 Fundamentals of Hydraulics 2 hrs credit
HYDR 103 Hydraulic Controls 2 hrs credit
HYDR 106 Pneumatics 2 hrs credit
MILL 101 Industrial Maintenance Techniques I 2 hrs credit
MILL 102 Industrial Maintenance Techniques II 2 hrs credit
MILL 103 Lubrication 2 hrs credit
MILL 106 Power Train Elements 2 hrs credit
MILL 107 Machine Vibration Analysis I 2 hrs credit
PIPE 101 Fundamentals of Pipefitting 2 hrs credit
WELD 115 Basic Arc Welding/Oxyfuel Welding 3 hrs credit

Program Total: 32 credits

Gainful Employment

Prairie State College provides Gainful Employment Information to comply with the U.S. Department of Education.