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$3000
30 credits
07/13/2026
07/02/2026
Main Campus
for Ā鶹Ō““ Grads
by 2032 in Utah
I joined Ā鶹Ō““ for a jumpstartā¦get a course done and jumpstart a careerā¦so many opportunities opened up.
Machining Technology Graduate
Ā鶹Ō““ brings you something special that you canāt get anywhere elseā¦my hands-on experience at Ā鶹Ō““ has prepared me for my future careerā¦grateful that Ā鶹Ō““ has given me the knowledge to be able and confident when I start.
Composites, Drafting and Design, Machining Technology Graduate
Learn basic procedures and machining operations, including safety practices, data sheets, and use of basic measuring tools.
Read and interpret mechanical blueprints to calculate dimensions and determine data, including the basics of technical mathematics.
Practice hands-on skills on industry-standard equipment so that you are fully prepared to work in the field.
Understand CNC machining and operations. Learn how to create CNC programs manually and perform part production and inspection.
Learn cutting tool geometry and theory to optimize tool life and achieve desired results.
Operate and maintain CNC machines to manufacture precision parts and components.
Operate manual machine tools, including mills, drills, and grinders, to produce precision parts and components.
Ensure the quality and accuracy of parts produced by CNC machines.
Oversee the daily operations of a machine shop, ensuring production goals and quality standards are met.
Manage all aspects of the operation and success of a machine shop, including production, employees, customer relationships, and finances.
The Machining Technology program trains students to use machine tools to produce complex parts used in every industry. Machinists are trained to use various turning, milling, grinding, and Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) machines to produce these complex parts. Machinists are also tasked to interpret an engineer’s drawings to process the desired part. The Machining Technology program is structured to give students a solid foundation in the core fundamentals of machining and launch a career in a field that is always in high demand.
Classroom Hours
Day: M-F 8:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Eve: T-Th 3:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Enrollment open to
Adults, High school students
Credit transfer options
Available to view hereĀ
Estimated Adult Tuition and Fees
$3000
Estimated Materials Cost
$1,613.13
Financial Aid Eligibility
Scholarship: Yes
VA: Yes
Pell Grant: Yes
| Material | Required | New |
|---|---|---|
| Notebook | ā | $4.65 |
| Scientific Calculator | ā | $22.65 |
| 1 Yr. Tooling U Subscription | ā | $216.00 |
| Safety Glasses Clear | ā | $2.99 |
| Kibble,Meyer, Neely, White Machine Tool Practices. 11. ISBN: 978-0134985862 Ebook | ā | $90.00 |
| Smith & Peterson Mathematics for Machine Technology. 7th. Delmar Publishing, ISBN: 9781133281450 Ebook | ā | $179.99 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $516.28 |
| Material | Required | New |
|---|---|---|
| Quad Ruled Graph Paper | ā | $3.00 |
| David L Taylor Print Reading For Machinists. 6th. Cengage, ISBN: 978-1-285-41961-8 Ebook | ā | $106.45 |
| 3/8" x 3/8" x 3" HSS Square Tool Bit | ā | $8.00 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $109.45 |
| Material | Required | New |
|---|---|---|
| Lathe Concepts Blueprints and inspection report (PDF Packet) | ā | $6.00 |
| 3/8" x 3/8" x 3" HSS Square Tool Bit | ā | $8.00 |
| 1" Dial Test Indicator w/base | ā | $75.80 |
| 5/8 Diameter 82 Degree Countersink | ā | $64.30 |
| 6" Dial calipers, .001 graduation, .100 dial | ā | $65.55 |
| 6" Steel rule- 3R graduation (1/64", 1/32", 50th, 10th) | ā | $11.99 |
| No. 4 Center Drill | ā | $17.70 |
| Roto Burr Tool | ā | $8.20 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $257.54 |
| Material | Required | New |
|---|---|---|
| Dial Test Indicator Holder (spindle mounted, Indicol style) | ā | $135.00 |
| Mill Concepts Blueprints and inspection report (PDF Packet) | ā | $6.00 |
| Ā½ā diameter end mill | ā | $45.00 |
| 5/8 Diameter 82 Degree Countersink | ā | $64.30 |
| 6" Dial calipers, .001 graduation, .100 dial | ā | $65.55 |
| 6" Steel rule- 3R graduation (1/64", 1/32", 50th, 10th) | ā | $11.99 |
| Dial Test Indicator, .0005 graduation, .030 min range | ā | $190.00 |
| Edge Finder | ā | $39.60 |
| No. 4 Center Drill | ā | $17.70 |
| Roto Burr Tool | ā | $8.20 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $583.34 |
| Material | Required | New |
|---|---|---|
| Alex Krulikowski The Ultimate GD&T Guide. 2nd. Effective Training Inc., ISBN: 20022122 | ā | $24.99 |
| David A. Madsen & David P. Madsen Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing NE. 9th. Goodheart Wilcox, 2023. ISBN: 9781645646433 Ebook | ā | $119.95 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $147.94 |
| Material | Required | New |
|---|---|---|
| CNC Mill Programming Blueprint and Inspection Report (PDF Packet) | ā | $6.00 |
| Dial Test Indicator Holder (spindle mounted, Indicol style) | ā | $135.00 |
| Ā½ā diameter end mill | ā | $45.00 |
| 5/8 Diameter 82 Degree Countersink | ā | $64.30 |
| 6" Dial calipers, .001 graduation, .100 dial | ā | $65.55 |
| 6" Steel rule- 3R graduation (1/64", 1/32", 50th, 10th) | ā | $11.99 |
| Dial Test Indicator, .0005 graduation, .030 min range | ā | $190.00 |
| Edge Finder | ā | $39.60 |
| Flash Drive (2GB or greater) | ā | $12.50 |
| No. 4 Center Drill | ā | $17.70 |
| Roto Burr Tool | ā | $8.20 |
| Wax Block 6 x 6 x 3 | ā | $38.65 |
| Peter Smid CNC Programming Handbook Ebook. 3rd. Industrial Press, ISBN: 978-083113347-4 Ebook | ā | $55.77 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $690.26 |
| Material | Required | New |
|---|---|---|
| CNC Mill Programming Blueprint and Inspection Report | ā | $6.50 |
| Dial Test Indicator Holder (spindle mounted, Indicol style) | ā | $135.00 |
| Ā½ā diameter end mill | ā | $45.00 |
| 5/8 Diameter 82 Degree Countersink | ā | $64.30 |
| 6" Dial calipers, .001 graduation, .100 dial | ā | $65.55 |
| 6" Steel rule- 3R graduation (1/64", 1/32", 50th, 10th) | ā | $11.99 |
| Dial Test Indicator, .0005 graduation, .030 min range | ā | $190.00 |
| Edge Finder | ā | $39.60 |
| Flash Drive (2GB or greater) | ā | $12.50 |
| No. 4 Center Drill | ā | $17.70 |
| Roto Burr Tool | ā | $8.20 |
| Wax Block 6 x 6 x 3 | ā | $38.65 |
| Peter Smid CNC Programming Handbook Ebook. 3rd. Industrial Press, ISBN: 978-083113347-4 Ebook | ā | $60.00 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $634.99 |
| Material | Required | New |
|---|---|---|
| CNC Lathe Programming Blueprint reading and Inspection (PDF Packet) | ā | $6.00 |
| 1" Dial Test Indicator w/base | ā | $75.80 |
| 5/8 Diameter 82 Degree Countersink | ā | $64.30 |
| 6" Dial calipers, .001 graduation, .100 dial | ā | $65.55 |
| 6" Steel rule- 3R graduation (1/64", 1/32", 50th, 10th) | ā | $11.99 |
| Flash Drive (2GB or greater) | ā | $12.50 |
| No. 4 Center Drill | ā | $17.70 |
| Roto Burr Tool | ā | $8.20 |
| (2) 2" Wax Cylinder by 3.5" long | ā | $11.00 |
| Peter Smid CNC Programming Handbook Ebook. 3rd. Industrial Press, ISBN: 978-083113347-4 Ebook | ā | $55.77 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $328.81 |
| Material | Required | New |
|---|---|---|
| CNC Lathe Programming Blueprint reading and Inspection (PDF Packet) | ā | 6 |
| (2) 1" Wax Cylinder x 3.5" long | ā | $7.70 |
| (4) 2" Wax Cylinder by 3.5" long | ā | $22.00 |
| 1" Dial Test Indicator w/base | ā | $75.80 |
| 5/8 Diameter 82 Degree Countersink | ā | $64.30 |
| 6" Dial calipers, .001 graduation, .100 dial | ā | $65.55 |
| 6" Steel rule- 3R graduation (1/64", 1/32", 50th, 10th) | ā | $11.99 |
| Flash Drive (2GB or greater) | ā | $12.50 |
| No. 4 Center Drill | ā | $17.70 |
| Roto Burr Tool | ā | $8.20 |
| Peter Smid CNC Programming Handbook Ebook. 3rd. Industrial Press, ISBN: 978-083113347-4 Ebook | ā | $55.77 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $341.51 |
| Material | Required | New |
|---|---|---|
| Edge Finder | ā | $39.60 |
| Flash Drive (2GB or greater) | ā | $12.50 |
| No. 4 Center Drill | ā | $17.70 |
| Dial Test Indicator Holder (spindle mounted, Indicol style) | ā | $135.00 |
| Multiaxis setup and operations Blueprint and Inspection report (PDF Packet) | ā | $8.00 |
| 5/8 Diameter 82 Degree Countersink | ā | $64.30 |
| 6" Dial calipers, .001 graduation, .100 dial | ā | $65.55 |
| 6" Steel rule- 3R graduation (1/64", 1/32", 50th, 10th) | ā | $11.99 |
| Dial Test Indicator, .0005 graduation, .030 min range | ā | $190.00 |
| Peter Smid CNC Programming Handbook Ebook. 3rd. Industrial Press, ISBN: 978-083113347-4 Ebook | ā | $60.00 |
| Subtotal of required materials | $544.64 |
The Machining Technology program at Ā鶹Ō““ has a reading requirement. Please visit this page for more information.
The Ā鶹Ō““ Machining Technology program has rolling start dates throughout the year. If you are interested in enrolling in the program, please review the application deadlines and program start dates below to ensure a smooth application process.
| Course Number | Course Name | Credits | Cost |
|---|---|---|---|
| TEMT 1000 | Manufacturing Fundamentals | 3 | 300 |
| TEMT 1100 | Mill Concepts | 3 | 300 |
| TEMT 1150 | CNC Mill Concepts | 3 | 300 |
| TEMT 1200 | Lathe Concepts | 3 | 300 |
| TEMT 1250 | CNC Lathe Concepts | 3 | 300 |
| TEMT 1300 | CNC Mill Programming | 3 | 300 |
| TEMT 1350 | CNC Lathe Programming | 3 | 300 |
| TEMT 1565 | Advanced Print Reading | 3 | 300 |
| TEMT 2000 | Process Control | 3 | 300 |
| TEMT 2300 | Multi-Axis | 3 | 300 |
Bret is our Machinist Coordinator for the Machining Technology Program. He has 5 years of industry-related experience and has been an instructor at the college since 1997. He holds a B.A. in education and has an Associate of Applied Science degree in Machine Tool Technology/CNC. Bret also holds a U.S. Department of Labor, Bureau of Apprenticeships & Training Machinist Certificate. He is a Certified Metalcutting (CMP) professional from Kennametal. Bret would enjoy the opportunity to discuss a career in machining with you.
Office Hours (by appointment)
Instruction: M-F 7:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m.
Administrative
M-F 2:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.
Location
Manufacturing Tech 100l
bret.holmes@otech.edu
801-395-3795