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 12 credits from the following:

CADMD 243 Introduction to AutoCAD 3 hrs transfer credit
CADMD 244 Intermediate AutoCAD 3 hrs credit
ELECT 103 Alternating Current 2 hrs credit
HYDR 101 Fundamentals of Hydraulics 2 hrs credit
HYDR 102 Hydraulic Pumps 2 hrs credit
HYDR 103 Hydraulic Controls 2 hrs credit
HYDR 104 Basic Hydraulic Circuits 2 hrs credit
HYDR 106 Pneumatics 2 hrs credit
MT 211 CNC Turning Level I 3 hrs credit
MT 214 CAD/CAM Systems 3 hrs credit
MT 215 Manufacturing Systems 4 hrs credit
MT 220 Metallurgy – Ferrous 2 hrs credit
WELD 115 Basic Arc Welding/Oxyfuel Welding 3 hrs credit

Program Total: 31 credits

Gainful Employment

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