Machine Trades

Machine Trades is a hands-on program. Algebra and geometry skills are heavily utilized in this program. Students in the machining program prepare for in-demand jobs in the manufacturing industry. Second-year students gain exposure to computer numerical controlled (CNC) machining and have the opportunity to complete internships with local companies. Students completing this program generally continue their education at the postsecondary level in 2 and 4-year degree programs or begin their careers in local machining businesses.

Instructor: Greg Dickerson

A Typical Student in Machine Trades

Enjoys hands-on learning and has solid math skills
Patience and attention to detail
Ability to work on projects independently or with other students
Can stay on task without constant supervision
Safety conscious

In the past
five years

Employers have contacted NCCC regularly seeking potential employees with this training
Skilled second-year students completed internships and have been awarded college scholarships by employers
Students have gone on to further training in auto and diesel mechanics

What You Will Learn

Read blueprints for projects
Use lathes, mills, drill presses, and surface grinders
Measure and machine metal to 0.001”
Standard and manual machining
CAD software
Formulas to determine the proper speed/ feed of machines.
Operation and maintenance of mills, lathes, and grinders

MNT I
MNT II

Course Information

Number of High School Credits:

Prerequisites:

None

Eligible Grade Levels:

11, 12

Location:

New Castle High School

Required Cost:

Approximately $13.00 Covers: Personal tools and equipment.

Dual College Credits:

12

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Precision Machining I and II satisfies the “Mathematics or quantitative reasoning course” in each year of high school requirement for the CORE 40, AHD, and THD diplomas.