Machining Technology
Your Machining Technology Pathway
Discover the Machining Technology program at LWTech, offering a comprehensive understanding of machining. Whether you're a recent graduate or shifting careers, this program primes you for today's most coveted industries.
Benefit from experienced faculty deeply invested in your success, imparting diverse machining concepts and skills, including print reading, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T), speeds and feeds, tool geometry, materials, and shop math. Attain hands-on expertise with both CNC and manual machines.
You’ll benefit from small class settings, ensuring personalized attention and hands-on training for an enriched learning experience.
Upon graduation, possess the skills to unlock a multitude of career paths in diverse industries like aerospace, medical, and marine sectors.
Your degree isn't just a milestone; it's a seamless gateway to a rewarding career in Engineering and Manufacturing.
Discover a world of opportunities with our Machining Technology program at LWTech!
Conversational Programming, Production, and Inspection
Certificate of Completion
Multi-Axis Programming, Setup, and Operation
Certificate of Completion
Additional Program Information
Discover the advantages of I-BEST support for English Language Learners and Basic Education for Adults students. Our comprehensive
program provides in-class assistance in various areas, including writing, math, note-taking,
presentation skills, study techniques, and career readiness.
Summer quarter is required to complete core coursework, MACH 205 and MACH 207.
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Explore Careers and Paths in Machining
We are proud of the many pathway options our students have to complete an Applied Bachelor’s degree, at LWTech, and at in-state universities and colleges. All degrees, whether DTA/MRP, AAS-T or AAS, can fulfill transfer requirements at multiple institutions thanks to the articulation (transfer) agreements between LWTech and the transfer college. An applied bachelor's degree can improve your chances in the job market and help you make more money.
To learn more about transferring to another college or university, please visit our Transferring from LWTech page.
The minimum entry level position has the following requirements, but students are highly recommended to contact the place of employment to get detailed information e.g. Drug testing, Graduation requirements( certificates/AAS),Background check, and more:
- 18 years old
- ID Required
The Machining Technology program at LWTech leads to a variety of career opportunities in the field. The examples below show how different certificates and degrees may connect to potential job paths. While we can’t guarantee specific outcomes, this information is meant to help you explore your options and plan for your future.
You can choose to enter the workforce after completing a certificate or continue your education to expand your career options over time. Here are some examples of what that path can look like:
Start working after your certificate or associate degree
Upon completing the Certificate of Completion in CNC Production and Inspection, Milling and Setup Operation, Multi-Axis Programming, Setup and Operation, or Turning and Setup Operation, students may be prepared for roles such as:
- Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators
- Machinists
- Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners
- Model Makers
- Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators and Tenders
- Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators and Tenders
Upon completing the Certificate of Proficiency or an AAS in Machining Technology, students may be prepared for roles such as:
- Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators
- Machinists
- Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners
- Model Makers
- Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
- Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
- Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
- Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters
Continue your education and advance your career
You can also continue building your skills through additional bachelor’s degree programs.
Examples of bachelor's degree options at LWTech include:
Other bachelor’s degree options include:
- Operations Management at Bellingham Technical College
- Operations Management at Clover Park Technical College
A bachelor’s degree may prepare students for roles such as:
- Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators
- Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Programmers
- Machinists
- Tool Grinders, Filers, and Sharpeners
- Model Makers
- Milling and Planing, Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
- Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
- Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters
- Molding, Coremaking, and Casting Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders
- Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders
Note: Student should contact an advisor at the transfer college to determine specific transfer requirements.
Graduate Degree Options
After completing a bachelor’s degree, students may choose to pursue graduate education in related fields. Examples may include:
- Online Master’s options at Western Governors University
- Master of Science at Northeastern University College of Professional Studies
- Master of Professional Studies at Northeastern University College of Professional Studies
- Master of Sports Leadership at Northeastern University College of Professional Studies
Note: Students completing an LWTech BAS degree may be eligible to complete the above degrees if pre-requisites for the chosen program are fulfilled. See an advisor to plan your future education.