Machine Tool Technology

About

The Machine Tool Technology program is designed to provide the student with the ability to work as a machine tool operator, machinist, tool and die maker, industrial maintenance machinist and related occupations. 

At the completion of the diploma in Machine Tool Technology, graduates will be able to set-up and operate manual machining equipment such as, band saws, drill presses, lathes, milling machines, surface grinders, and tool and cutter grinders. Students will learn to write programs and choose tooling sufficient to complete the machining process for CNC machine tools such as vertical and horizontal machining centers, turning centers, electrical discharge machines and 3D Printing operations. Students will be able to interpret part prints and use computer aided drafting, computer aided manufacturing, and solid modeling software. Students will be proficient in related math operations and will be trained in safe operating practices compliant with OSHA and related safety regulatory agencies.

Class Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8 AM to 2:30 PM

Overview

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Time Commitment Full Time
Typical Program Length 16 Months
Clock Hours 1,728
Class Type Day
Credentials Certificate, Diploma
Total Tuition/Fees $5,948.00
Textbook/Supplies Cost $1,306.82

Program Credentials

Option NameHoursCredentials
Production Machine Tender432Certificate
Machine Set-Up Operator864Certificate
General Machinist1296Diploma
Machinist I1728Diploma

The Machine Tool Technology program at TCAT-Dickson is accredited by the National Institute for Metalworking Skills.

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Campus Locations

Main Campus
740 Highway 46 South
Dickson, TN 37055
Clarksville Campus
135 International Blvd
Clarksville, TN 37040

Curriculum/Courses

First Trimester: 
MTT 0001 - Worker Characteristics
MTT 1010 - Technology Foundation
MTT 1020 - Orientation & Practical Safety
MTT 1030 - Math Concepts I
MTT 1040 - Engineering Drawings I
MTT 1050 - Shop Theory I
MTT 1060 - Benchwork & Manual Machine Tool
Second Trimester: 
MTT 0002 - Worker Characteristics
MTT 2010 - Math Concepts II
MTT 2020 - Engineering Drawings II CAD
MTT 2030 - Shop Theory II
MTT 2040 - Manual Lathe
MTT 2050 - Manual Milling Machine
MTT 2060 - Grinding and Abrasive Machines
MTT 2070 - Mfg Materials & Processes
MTT 2080 - Intro to Comp Numerical Ctrl
Third Trimester: 
MTT 0003 - Worker Characteristics
MTT 3010 - Engineering Drawings III CAM
MTT 3020 - Shop Theory III
MTT 3030 - Precision Grinding
MTT 3040 - Comp Numerical Ctrl Machining
Fourth Trimester: 
MTT 0004 - Worker Characteristics
MTT 4010 - Employability Skills
MTT 4020 - Intro to Additive Mfg
MTT 4030 - Shop Theory IV
MTT 4040 - CNC Turning Center
MTT 4050 - CNC Machining Center
MTT 4060 - Electrical Discharge Machining

Certifications

NIMS certifications

Instructors

Kim McPherson
Kim McPherson
931-999-7143
Alan Matlock
Alan Matlock
615-420-2947

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