Career Objectives:

• Complete a career goal card and essay yearly.
• Purpose is to be sure students are aware of careers available and the path needed to reach their career goals.

Program Highlights:

• Students learn Computerized Numerical Control (CNC)
• CNC Machines:

  Centroid (Conversational Programming)

  HAAS (HAAS Control Programming and Simulators)

  FANUC (Hardinge Programming in FANUC Control)

 

Curriculum and Occupational Titles:

• Toolmaker
• Machinist
• Machine Operator
• Quality Control Inspector
• CNC Programmer
• CNC Operator and set-up person

Grading:

• Students must follow safety rules.
• Students will also be assessed on their hands on performance and employability skills.
• KNOWLEDGE 30%
• WORK ETHIC 30%
• SKILLS 40%

Program Expectations:

• Full-time employment in a climate controlled environment
• 40 hours/week with some overtime

Tools and Equipment Requirements:

• Pencil and 3-ring 1inch binder
• Second year student can purchase a tool starter kit: 0-1” micrometer, 0-6” dial caliper, and 6” ruler

Uniform/Clothing Requirements:

• Safety glasses
• Safety shoes
• Short sleeve shirt
• Long pants (jeans)

Program Fees:

• Activity fee ($20)
• Aprons and shop tools are provided.

Safety Requirements:

• Follow all safety rules and special instructions given
• Safety glasses must be worn at all times in the shop.
• Proper uniform is required when working in the shop.
• Must follow NMTCC Code of Conduct.
• Short sleeve shirt
• Long jean pants
• Leather shoes or steel-toed shoes
• No jewelry
• Hair tie to tie back long hair.

Portfolio Presentations:

• New updated resume every year
• NIMS certificates or others received

Post-Secondary Options:

• Pennsylvania College of Technology
• Thaddeus Stevens
• Williamson Trade School

Career Employment Opportunities:

• Full-time program
• State apprenticeship program
• Co-operative education