Machine Tool Technology/Machinist

Portland Community College offers a Machine Tool Technology/Machinist certificate at the two-to-four-year certificate level at this public institution in Portland, OR. The program, under CIP code 48.0501, builds on foundational machining skills to provide advanced training in CNC programming, precision measurement, and the production of complex machined components.

This longer credential is suited for students pursuing advanced machinist roles or supervisory positions in manufacturing environments. Portland Community College also offers a shorter one-to-two-year Machine Tool Technology/Machinist certificate for those seeking quicker entry into the field. Additional related programs include Manufacturing Engineering Technology/Technician, Civil Engineering Technologies/Technicians, and Electrical, Electronic, and Communications Engineering Technology/Technician.