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This Manual Machinist microcredential is the second in the Machining microcredential series, valuable on its own and in conjunction with the related microcredentials highlighted below. Building on your foundational knowledge in manufacturing and technical drawings, the focus here is on building your skill set in reading and generating detailed CAD drawings used in manufacturing, providing you with experience in both manual and computer aided drafting using AutoCAD software. You will also gain essential experience in more advanced manual machining practices. Successful completion of this microcredential readies all to continue their education, through the Machining Series and onto the Machine Tool A.A.S. degree. While shops have varying requirements for entry level roles, this microcredential prepares you to immediately apply for entry level machinist roles such as a manual Millor Lathe Machinist, under the supervision of an experienced supervisor.
This microcredential is stackableCredits earned in the completion of this microcredential can be applied toward completion of a related certificate or degree program. It is a building block that gives you a jump start to education and career success.
Each campus will confirm final costs. The estimated tuition shown above is based on NYS residency for this institution. Tuition can vary based on full- or part-time attendance, residency and whether the courses are undergraduate or graduate. Additional costs include fees and books. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
Each campus will confirm final cost. Some available grant funding for eligible students may be highlighted on this page. For information on other possible financial support to help you pay for your microcredential, please visit our For You page.
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