Precision Machining Technology
Certificate of Specialization (CS),
Accelerated Job Training
Offered through Advanced Manufacturing, Industrial Occupations & Transportation
@ Florissant Valley
This program prepares you for entry-level jobs in the machine tool trade. Students will learn to safely set up and operate milling machines, lathes, grinders and drill presses. They will also learn the basics of Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machine set up and operation. The program is designed around the National Institute for Metalworking skills (NIMS) credentials and prepares students for testing in seven of the level one credentials.
Required Courses
The recommended academic plan blends general education requirements with options for areas of concentration to ensure students get the most out of their certificate or degree.
Learn to safely set up and operate:
- milling machines
- lathes
- grinders
- drill presses
You will also learn the basics of CNC machine set-up and operation.
State-of-the-art lab: We invite you to come see our facilities, the largest, most extensive set of machinery of any school in the state. At STLCC you learn on the equipment used in the industry. We offer small class size and a focus on hands-on activity.
Stackable: The credits you earn as part of this certificate of specialization can apply toward your Computer Integrated Manufacturing AAS degree.
Students
More than one million students have attended STLCC. It’s the largest institute of higher education in the region and the second largest in Missouri.
Faculty and Staff
St. Louis Community College is a long time leader in the field of engineering technology, and you’ll learn from seasoned professionals. All of our instructors worked in the industry and bring that experience to the classroom.
Accelerated Training
This program is offered in a condensed one-semester format so students can finish quickly and get employed.
Hands On Experience
The facilities on campus are some of the largest, most extensive set of machinery of any school in the state. At STLCC you learn on the equipment used in the industry. We have small class sizes allowing students to focus on hands-on learning.
Contact Us
Hours for all campuses: Monday-Thursday 8 a.m.-7 p.m., Friday 9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
All Locations
314-539-5004
askus@stlcc.edu