Precision Machining and Manufacturing Support
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Machine Trades
Offered At: Maricopa Skill Center
CNC Machinist Certificate: 601 Hours, non-credit
Manual Machinist Certificate: 406 Hours, non-credit
Machinist's Assistant Certificate: 231 Hours, non-credit
Typical Core Courses: Essentials of Machine Trades, Machinist's Assistant, Job Readiness, Manual Lathe Machinist, CNC Machinist
Options: This is a full-time, daytime program. The program is self paced and is currently listed in the 2008-2009 catalog as 726 hours which includes NIMS certification.
For More Information: Contact Larry Geczy, Instructor, at (602) 238-4338
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Industrial Design Technology
Offered At: GateWay Community College
AAS Degree: 62-63 Credits
Certificate of Completion in Industrial Design Technology: Design Specialist Solidworks
Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA) Certificate
MasterCam Certification Program
Typical Core Courses (depending on specialization): Machine Processes, Inspection Techniques, Machine Blueprint reading, Industrial Safety, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, Solid Design, CNC Programming, CNC Mill Operations, CNC Lathe Operations, Coordinate Measuring Machines, 3D Printing operations, and 3D Product Development.
Program Highlights:This program is certified to offer industry-recognized NIMS credentialing. Extensive lab equipment includes manual and CNC machines (multi-axis) as well as computerized inspection equipment, and 3D Product Development. Faculty has recent industry experience.
Options: Evening classes only.
For More Information: Contact the Industrial Technology Advisement Office, at (602) 286-8613
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Manufacturing Technology
Offered At: Mesa Community College
AAS Degree in Manufacturing Technology: 61-69 Credits
AAS Degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology: 66 Credits
Certificate in Manufacturing Technology CNC/CAD/CAM: 30 Credits - Level I (15 Hr) / Level II (15 Hr)
Certificate in Manufacturing Management: 29-31 Credits
Certificate in Electromechanical Manufacturing Technology: 34 Credits
Typical Core Courses (depending on specialization): Machine Trades Blueprint Reading, CAD, Machine Processes, Theory, and Application, Manufacturing Processes, Industrial Safety, CNC Programming, Properties of Materials, Technical Math, Statistical Process Control, Solids Modeling, Quality Assurance, Teamwork Dynamics, Marketing, Quality Customer Service, Lean Manufacturing, Management and Leadership
Program Highlights:This program equips students to participate in any part of the manufacturing environment: design, programming, operating the machines, inspection, and management. Hands-on labs use a combination of manual and computer-controlled equipment, including two brand new HAAS CNC milling machines and a HAAS CNC lathe.
Options: Day and evening courses available.
For More Information: Contact Bob Bonura, Program Director, at phone (480) 461-7173
Machining and Product Development
Offered At: Mesa Community College
AAS Degree in Machining and Product Development: 66-69 Credits
Certificate in Manufacturing Machining: 33 Credits - Level I (15 Hr) / Level II (18 Hr)
Typical Core Courses (depending on specialization): Machine Trades Blueprint Reading, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, CAD, Machine Processes, Theory, and Application, Manufacturing Processes, Industrial Safety, CNC Programming, Advanced Machine Tools, Properties of Materials, Technical Math, Quality Assurance, Manufacturing Welding, Lean Manufacturing, Machine Shop Theory, Machine Shop Practices.
Program Highlights: This program equips students to operate and program the machines and tools found in a machine shop. Hands-on labs use a combination of manual and computer-controlled equipment, including two brand new HAAS CNC milling machines and a CNC lathe.
Options: Day and evening courses available.
For More Information: Contact Bob Bonura, Program Director,
at phone (480) 461-7173
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