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The Machine Tool Technology diploma is designed to prepare students to enter the machine tool trade. The first year of Machine Tool Technology training is used to explain the nature and purpose of the machine trade. The student is introduced to tools, materials, equipment, and trade terms and develops the skills to do the job. The student receives advanced precision machining skills using machines such as the computer numerical controlled (CNC) machining and turning centers, wire and sinking EDM’s, precision surface grinders, CAD/CAM software, and other shop equipment. Blueprint reading is also learned. Students become acquainted with a variety of metals and learn how to use the various types of cutting tools. Use of precise measuring tools and making accurate setups on manual lathes, vertical milling machines, surface grinders, CNC machines, and other various shop equipment is also taught.
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TheAnoka Technical College CNC Design & Manufacturing Technology program is designed and taught by industry professionals. The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree and the diploma programs are designed to meet our student's career goals. The programs combine technical education with general education to provide graduates with the precise skills necessary for success in manufacturing.
Our students learn how to:
- write and edit CNC programs
- perform complex setups
- basic troubleshooting of machine problems
- cycle time reduction practices
- fixture design and building
- recognize areas for process improvements
They are trained to safely operate:
- Manual lathes
- Drills Mills
- Grinders
- CNC mills
- CNC lathes
- CNC wire
- EDM
- CNC sinker
- EDM Coordinate measuring machine
- CAD/CAM 4 & 5 axis
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Sheet mental workers fabricate and install heating, ventilation, and air conditioning systems for commercial and residential use. Sheet Metal workers also Fabricate and install metal roofing and siding and stainless steel kitchen equipment. Students prepare pattern layouts, use tools and machines to cut and form sheets of metal, and operate soldering and welding equipment.
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A program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to plan, manufacture, assemble, test, and repair parts, mechanisms, machines, and structures in which materials are cast, formed, shaped, molded, heat treated, cut, twisted, press
Alexandria Technical & Community College
1601 Jefferson Streeet
Alexandria,
Anoka Technical College
1355 Highway 10 West
Anoka,
Central Lakes College-Brainerd
501 West College Drive
Brainerd,
Dakota County Technical College
1300 145th Street East
Rosemount,
Hennepin Technical College
9000 Brooklyn Blvd
Brooklyn Park,
Lake Superior College
2101 Trinity Rd
Duluth,
Mesabi Range College
1001 Chestnut Street West
Virginia,
Minneapolis Community and Technical College
1501 Hennepin Ave
Minneapolis,
Minnesota State College-Southeast Technical
1250 Homer Rd
Winona,
Northland Community and Technical College
1101 Hwy One East
Thief River Falls,
Pine Technical & Community College
900 4th St SE
Pine City,
Ridgewater College
2101 15th Ave NW
Willmar,
Riverland Community College
1900 8th Ave NW
Austin,
Rochester Community and Technical College
851 30th Ave SE
Rochester,
Saint Paul College
235 Marshall Ave
Saint Paul,
South Central College
1920 Lee Blvd
North Mankato,
St Cloud Technical and Community College
1540 Northway Drive
Saint Cloud,