Machine Shop Technology/Assistant

The Machine Shop Technology/Assistant certificate program at West Shore Community College is a two- to four-year credential offered by this public institution in Scottville, MI. The program falls within the precision metal working field (CIP 48.0503) and prepares students for roles in machine shops and manufacturing facilities where precision cutting, shaping, and finishing of metal parts is required.

West Shore Community College also offers related programs including Welding Technology/Welder at both the one- to two-year and two- to four-year certificate levels, Medical Insurance Coding Specialist/Coder, Medical/Clinical Assistant, and Emergency Medical Technology/Technician (EMT Paramedic). Students in machine shop technology can expect hands-on training in manual and CNC machine operation, blueprint reading, precision measurement, and quality control practices.