Machine Shop Technology/Assistant

The Machine Shop Technology/Assistant certificate program at Eastern Arizona College is a one- to two-year credential offered by this public institution in Thatcher, AZ. Situated within the precision machining field (CIP 48.0503), the program introduces students to machine shop operations including the use of lathes, milling machines, drill presses, and basic CNC equipment, along with precision measurement and blueprint reading.

Eastern Arizona College offers a broad set of technical programs across trades and applied technology disciplines. Related programs at the school include Photographic and Film/Video Technology/Technician, Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Drafting and Design Technology/Technician, Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician, and Automobile/Automotive Mechanics Technology/Technician. Students completing this one- to two-year Machine Shop Technology/Assistant certificate can expect foundational training applicable to entry-level machine operator and shop assistant roles in manufacturing environments.