Machine Shop Technology/Assistant

The Machine Shop Technology/Assistant certificate program at Northwest Shoals Community College is a one- to two-year credential offered by this public institution in Muscle Shoals, Alabama. The program trains students in the operation of machine tools, precision measurement, and machining processes used in manufacturing and production settings.

This program falls within the machine tool technology field under CIP code 48.0503. Northwest Shoals Community College also offers related programs including Salon/Beauty Salon Management, Heating Ventilation Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology, Carpentry/Carpenter, Industrial Mechanics and Maintenance Technology/Technician, and Medical/Clinical Assistant. Students can expect hands-on training with lathes, mills, and CNC equipment, along with instruction in blueprint reading and quality control.