Machine Shop Technology/Assistant

The Machine Shop Technology/Assistant certificate program at Isothermal Community College is a one- to two-year credential offered by this public institution in Spindale, NC. The program prepares students with foundational machining skills including operating lathes, mills, and other precision equipment within the precision production technologies field.

Classified under CIP code 48.0503, this program is part of the machine shop and machining area. Isothermal Community College also offers related programs including Welding Technology, Mechanical Engineering Technology, Electrical/Electronic and Communications Engineering Technology, Medical Office Management/Administration, and Cosmetology. Students can expect hands-on instruction in machine operation, tool selection, measurement, and basic CNC concepts applicable to manufacturing roles.