Machine Tool Technology/Machinist

The Machine Tool Technology/Machinist certificate (2–4 year) at Midlands Technical College is a manufacturing technology program at this public institution in West Columbia, South Carolina. The program is part of the machine tool technology field (CIP 48.0501) and provides in-depth training in precision machining, CNC programming and operation, metrology, and manufacturing systems over a longer instructional period than the 1–2 year certificate.

Midlands Technical College also offers related programs including Architectural Engineering Technologies/Technicians, Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician, Mechanical/Mechanical Engineering Technology/Technician, Industrial Electronics Technology/Technician, and Heating, Air Conditioning, Ventilation and Refrigeration Maintenance Technology/Technician. The 2–4 year format allows students to develop more advanced machining competencies for technical manufacturing careers.