Machining Technology, Certificate of Proficiency

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Program Admission Dates: Fall, Winter, Spring

Machining Technology certificate students will be well positioned to begin a career in the machine trades by gaining basic machining competencies through their work on projects along with a thorough grounding in shop theory, applied math, and a special emphasis on CAD/CAM programming and CNC machining.

Machining Technology certificate graduates will:

• be prepared with skills to perform entry-level CNC machining and manual machining
• gain a thorough grounding in shop theory and applied math
• perform CAD/CAM programming and manual programming
• set up and operate machine tools with a minimum of supervision
• demonstrate critical thinking, teamwork, intercultural appreciation, communication and information literacy skills

Lake Washington Institute of Technology does not offer every course each quarter. It is the student’s responsibility to consult the Class Schedule and work out an individual schedule with an adviser or counselor. Any developmental coursework a student may be required to complete may increase the program length.