This career academy provides hands-on classroom and lab instruction in precision machining techniques like blueprint reading, lathe work, milling, grinding, and CNC programming. Students take a series of courses to learn skills and earn NIMS certifications in areas including manual machining, CNC operations, and intermediate lathe and bench work. The program emphasizes safety and measurement tools, and aims to prepare students for careers in manufacturing engineering technology.
This career academy provides hands-on classroom and lab instruction in precision machining techniques like blueprint reading, lathe work, milling, grinding, and CNC programming. Students take a series of courses to learn skills and earn NIMS certifications in areas including manual machining, CNC operations, and intermediate lathe and bench work. The program emphasizes safety and measurement tools, and aims to prepare students for careers in manufacturing engineering technology.
This career academy provides hands-on classroom and lab instruction in precision machining techniques like blueprint reading, lathe work, milling, grinding, and CNC programming. Students take a series of courses to learn skills and earn NIMS certifications in areas including manual machining, CNC operations, and intermediate lathe and bench work. The program emphasizes safety and measurement tools, and aims to prepare students for careers in manufacturing engineering technology.
This career academy provides specialized classroom and laboratory experiences for students who are entering the field of manufacturing and engineering technology. Instruction is provided in the areas of blueprint reading, safety, bench work, lathe work, millwork, grinding, drill press, and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) programming. Particular emphasis is given to the use of precision measuring tools and gauges. Course content reflects the National Skills Standards of the National Institute for Metalworking Skills. Hands-on work experiences and SkillsUSA leadership activities enhance classroom instruction. Students will design and build a vehicle that competes in the NASA international moon buggy race. INTRODUCTION TO PRECISION MACHINING This course provides an introduction to machining processes and job opportunities for students who are pursuing careers in manufacturing. This entry-level course may be taken as one of the optional technical courses with credit applied to the Industrial Systems and Maintenance program. Grades: 9-12 Prerequisite: None Fee: $30 per semester INTRODUCTION TO LATHE This course provides an introduction to the manufacturing process that uses basic lathe operations. Job shadowing and internship may be included as work-based learning strategies for this course. The prerequisite for this course is Introduction to Precision Machining. Grades 912 Prerequisite: Introduction to Precision Machining Fee: $30 per semester INTRO TO MILL, DRILL PRESS, SURFACE GRINDER This course provides an introduction to manufacturing processes including milling techniques, drill press techniques, and grinding techniques. Grades 912 Prerequisite: Intro to Lathe Fee: $30 per semester INTERMEDIATE LATHE & BENCH WORK This course provides an introduction to machining technologies and job opportunities for students who are pursuing careers in manufacturing. The prerequisite for this course is Introduction to Lathe. Grades 912 Prerequisite: Intro to Mill, Drill Press, Sur. Grinder Fee: $30 per semester Certifications Available: Introduction to Precision Machining: NIMS Level 1 Registration NIMS Level 1 Measurement, Materials & Safety NIMS Level 1 Job Planning, Benchwork & Layout NIMS Level 1 Manual Milling Skills I NIMS Level 1 Turning Operations: Turning Between Centers NIMS Level 1 Turning Operations: Turning Chucking Skills NIMS Level 1 Grinding Skills I NIMS Level 1 Drill Press Skills I NIMS Level 1 CNC Turning: Programming Setup & Operations NIMS Level 1 CNC Milling: Programming Setup & Operations NIMS Level 1 CNC Turning: Operations NIMS Level 1 CNC Milling: Operations Introduction to Lathe: NIMS Level 1 Registration NIMS Level 1 Measurement, Materials & Safety NIMS Level 1 Job Planning, Benchwork & Layout