Machine Tool Technology Courses (MTT)

* Denotes college transfer courses.

MTT 101 Introduction to Machine Tool   2 SHC

This course covers the basics in measuring tools, layout tools, bench tools and basic operations of lathes, mills and drill presses. (1/3)

MTT 105 Machine Tool Math Applications   3 SHC

This course is a study of shop math relevant to the machine tool trade. (3/0)

MTT 120 Machine Tool Print Reading   3 SHC

This course is designed to develop the basic skills and terminology required for visualization and interpretation of common blueprints used in the machine tool trades. (3/0)

MTT 121 Machine Tool Theory I    3 SHC

This course covers the principles involved in the production of precision metal parts. (3/0)

MTT 122 Machine Tool Practice I   4 SHC

This course covers practical experiences using the principles in Machine Tool Theory I. (1/9)

MTT 123 Machine Tool Theory II   3 SHC

This course covers the principles involved in machining parts using machine tools including lathes, mills, drill presses, jig bores and the attachments for each. (3/0)

MTT 124 Machine Tool Practice II   4 SHC

This course covers the practical application of the principles taught in Machine Tool Theory II. (1/9)

MTT 130 Fundamentals of Geometric Dimensions & Tolerances   2 SHC

This course will cover the basic uses and interpretation of geometric dimensions and tolerances as specified for machine trade blueprints. (2/0)

MTT 141 Metals and Heat Treatment   3 SHC

This course is a study of the properties, characteristics and heat treatment procedures of metals. (3/0)

MTT 143 Precision Measurements   2 SHC

This course is a study of precision measuring instruments. (2/0)

MTT 161 Machine Tool Maintenance Theory   2 SHC

This course covers maintenance requirements necessary for the upkeep and operation of a machine shop. (2/0)

MTT 162 Machine Tool Maintenance Practice   4 SHC

This course covers a variety of maintenance tasks necessary for the upkeep and operation of a machine shop. (1/9)

MTT 175 Innovations in Machining Technology   3 SHC

This course covers changes in machining technologies, major advancements in the machine tool field or specialty training items. (3/0)

MTT 221 Tool and Diemaking Theory I   3 SHC

This course covers the theory of a blanking and piercing die. (3/0)

MTT 222 Tool and Diemaking Practice I   4 SHC

This course covers the manufacture of a simple cutting die or tools. (1/9)

MTT 223 Tool and Diemaking Theory II   3 SHC

This course covers the theory applied to the construction of a compound and/or progressive die. (3/0)

MTT 224 Tool and Diemaking Practice II   4 SHC

This course covers the construction of a compound and/or progressive die or tools. (1/9)

MTT 243 Advanced Dimensional Metrology for Machinists   3 SHC

This course is a study of  higher levels of measurement, measuring instruments, and measuring techniques. The course consists of a theoretical and practical study incorporating the metric system, geometric dimensioning/tolerancing, sine bars/plates for compound angles and more. (3/0)

MTT 250            Principles of CNC      3 SHC

This course is an introduction to the coding used in CNC programming. (3/0)

MTT 251 CNC Operations   3 SHC

This course is a study of CNC machine controls, setting tools and machine limits and capabilities. (2/3)

MTT 253 CNC Programming and Operations   3 SHC

This course is a study of planning, programming and selecting tooling, determining speeds and feeds, setting up, operating and testing of CNC programs on CNC machines. (2/3)

MTT 259     EDM Programming and Operations      5 SHC

This course covers basic programming and operations of the electrical discharge machine.  (3/6)

MTT 270 Operation & Programming of Coordinate Measuring Machines    3 SHC

This course is a study of the operation, application and programming of coordinate measuring machines (CMM)  (3/0)

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