Advanced Machining Technologies, Vocational Certificate

Program Information

Vocational Certificate - Code 121600 - Catalog 2023/2024

Bree Castelli, Director of Workforce, 386-506-4171, Bree.Castelli@daytonastate.edu

David Castello, Assistant Chair, 386-506-4172, David.Castello@daytonastate.edu

Diane Mathers, Administrative Assistant, 386-506-4165, Diane.Mathers@daytonastate.edu

Program Mission, Description, and Outcomes

Mission:

The mission of the Machining Technologies program is to provide the knowledge, practice and skill development necessary to become a successful Machinist.

The program provides access to the vocational student with the latest technological equipment and methods. The program embraces diversity, equal access, and equal opportunity for training in the local and statewide manufacturing market.

Description:

The program provides students with a broad foundation of knowledge and skills to prepare students for employment in machining positions. The instruction covers lathe and mill operations, proper care and use of measuring tools, CNC programming and operations, CAD/CAM programming, electrical discharge machine (EDM) operation, multi-axis machining and manufacturing skills related to industry standards.

Outcomes:

Graduates of the program will be able to:

Demonstrate the ability to follow safety rules and regulations to machining standards.
Utilize appropriate machine tooling, equipment, materials and electrical products found in the industry.
Demonstrate proficiency in all aspects of the industry including but not limited to theory, application, and troubleshooting.
Demonstrate the steps needed to successfully complete projects.
Demonstrate the skills needed in the commercial and industrial markets.
Demonstrate an understanding of graphic design by generating and interpreting computer-aided drawings.
Perform advanced milling and lathe operations.
Operate and set up electrical discharge machine (EDM).

Financial Aid

Federal financial aid eligibility is pending for this program.

Financing Options: All students are encouraged to apply for federal and state student financial assistance by visiting FAFSA at studentaid.gov/h/apply-for-aid/fafsa. For more information on grants, loans and work programs available please visit the Office of Financial Aid webpage at daytonastate.edu/financial-aid/. Students are also encouraged to apply for one of the many Daytona State College Foundation scholarships offered each semester. For more information see: daytonastate.edu/scholarships/.

Approximate Additional Costs

Program Tuition and Fees*:	$4,112
Access Fee:	$58 ($1.16 per credit)
Assessment Fee:	$34
Lab Fees:	$692.55
Textbook Estimate:	$300

*In-state tuition only; out-of-state tuition will be higher.

Additional Admission Requirements

This is the advanced Machining Technologies program. Students should complete the CNC Machining, Vocational Certificate program - Code 121400 program before entering.
Students who do not have a standard high school diploma/GED may be eligible for admission, on an alternative basis, to this program if they meet the following criteria:

Take the Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System (CASAS) for Career & Technical Education (CTE) English and Math skills and achieve specified minimum scores.
Meet with a counselor/advisor for placement test evaluation to receive advice on course selection and registration.
Students who do not have a standard high school diploma/GED cannot receive student financial aid.

Careers

The following information is required by federal regulations to be provided to students for all vocational and certificate programs. Additional information on any career, job, or salary potential can be found at http://www.onetonline.org. For additional career information, please see:

51-4041 Machinists http://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/51-4041.00

51-4011 Computer-Controlled Machine Tool Operators, Metal and Plastic https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/51-4011.00

51-4012 Computer Numerically Controlled Machine Tool Programmers, Metal and Plastic https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/51-4012.00

51-4035 Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic https://www.onetonline.org/link/summary/51-4035.00

Program Length: The typical length of this program is five (5) semesters (75 weeks) for a full-time student. The Florida Education and Training Placement Information Program (FETPIP) placement rate for this program is unavailable at this time.

CIP Code (6 digit) 48.0503

For additional information on wages, trends and career videos:

http://www.careerinfonet.org/occ_rep.asp?optstatus=011000000&soccode=514041&id=1&nodeid=2&stfips=12&search=Go

Note: It’s never too early to prepare for your career! Login to your Daytona State Career Services Student Job Board and create your personal account to submit your resume for review and search for jobs, and practice your interview skills with Big Interview. For questions, please email Career Services to connect with a Career Advisor.

Program Specific Courses

PMT0202C	Introduction to Machining and Lab	150
PMT0251C	CNC Mill and Lab	150
PMT0260C	CAD/CAM Programming and Lab	150
PMT0720C	CNC Lathe and Lab	150
PMT0265C	CNC Multi-Axis and Lab	280
PMT0290	Cooperative Education Experience in Machining	80
TDR0304C	Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) and Lab	130
PMT0215C	Manual Machining and Lab	280
PMT0228C	Electrical Discharge Machining (EDM) and Lab	130