Machine Tool Technology/Machinist

Machine Tool Technology/Machinist is a one- to two-year certificate program at Orange Coast College, a public institution located in Costa Mesa, CA. This program falls within the machine tool technology field (CIP 48.0501) and provides students with training in operating and programming manual and CNC machine tools used in precision manufacturing and metalworking industries.

Orange Coast College also offers related programs including Welding Technology/Welder, Heating, Ventilation, Air Conditioning and Refrigeration Engineering Technology/Technician, Building Construction Technology/Technician, and programs in Photographic and Film/Video Technology. Students in the Machine Tool Technology program can expect coursework covering lathe and mill operations, CNC programming, blueprint reading, metrology, and shop safety practices applicable to machining careers.