Advanced Machining Technologies, Vocational Certificate

Program Information

Vocational Certificate - Code 121600 - Catalog 2024/2025

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:

  1. Demonstrate the ability to follow safety rules and regulations to machining standards.

  2. Utilize appropriate machine tooling, equipment, materials and electrical products found in the industry.

  3. Demonstrate proficiency in all aspects of the industry including but not limited to theory, application, and troubleshooting.

  4. Demonstrate the steps needed to successfully complete projects.

  5. Demonstrate the skills needed in the commercial and industrial markets.

  6. Demonstrate an understanding of graphic design by generating and interpreting computer-aided drawings.

  7. Perform advanced milling and lathe operations.

  8. Operate and set up electrical discharge machine (EDM).

Financial Aid

This program is eligible for federal financial aid and state Bright Futures Scholarship 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/.

Note: Students who do not have a standard high school diploma/GED cannot receive student financial aid.  

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

Additional Completion Requirements

  • Students must take the Comprehensive Adult Student Assessment System (CASAS) for Career & Technical Education (CTE) Reading and Math skills and achieve specified minimum scores or meet exemption requirements to graduate from this program (See an Academic Advisor for exemption criteria). 
  1. Meet with a counselor/advisor for placement test evaluation or exemption criteria and to receive advice on course selection and registration. 
  2. Meet with a counselor/advisor for placement test evaluation to receive advice on course selection and registration.
  3. 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

PMT0202CIntroduction to Machining and Lab

150

PMT0251CCNC Mill and Lab

150

PMT0260CCAD/CAM Programming and Lab

150

PMT0720CCNC Lathe and Lab

150

PMT0265CCNC Multi-Axis and Lab

280

PMT0290Cooperative Education Experience in Machining

80

TDR0304CComputer Aided Drafting (CAD) and Lab

130

PMT0215CManual Machining and Lab

280

PMT0228CElectrical Discharge Machining (EDM) and Lab

130

 

Sample Program of Study

1st Semester (Term A)

PMT0202CIntroduction to Machining and Lab

150

 

1st Semester (Term B)

PMT0251CCNC Mill and Lab

150

 

2nd Semester (Term A)

PMT0720CCNC Lathe and Lab

150

 

2nd Semester (Term B)

PMT0260CCAD/CAM Programming and Lab

150

 

3rd Semester

PMT0265CCNC Multi-Axis and Lab

280

PMT0290Cooperative Education Experience in Machining

80

 

4th Semester

TDR0304CComputer Aided Drafting (CAD) and Lab

130

PMT0228CElectrical Discharge Machining (EDM) and Lab

130

 

5th Semester

PMT0215CManual Machining and Lab

280

 

TOTAL VOC. HRS. 50.00
TOTAL CONTACT HRS. 1500.00

Note: Sequence of courses may vary. Check catalog course descriptions for requisite requirements.