Tool & Die Technician

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Keywords

Tool & Die , MSSC , Industrial Mechanical Technician , CNC , Precision Grinding , Stamping Dies

Project

Authors

Date Submitted

2014

Material Type

Hybrid/Blended Course

Secondary Material Type

Institution

Gateway Technical College

Industry Partner

Andis Company
InSinkErator
Master Tool Company, Inc.
Nelson & Strom Brothers
Bradshaw Medical

License

CC BY

Funding Source

TAACCCT Round 2

Additional Public Access

Abstract

The Tool and Die Technician program prepares students for entry into the metal working industry. Instruction is offered on basic machine tools as well as machines such as the electrical discharge machine, along with jigs, fixtures, gauges, and machinist hand tools. Related training includes blueprint reading, mathematics, precision inspection, and the use of the latest tooling available. This area of study prepares students to enter the field by developing quality skills in precision machining and enables learning of the specific abilities used to create precise machine parts and components. The tool and die work environment centers around the machine shop, tool rooms, and working on factory floors.

Industry (NAISC)

Manufacturing -- Machinery Manufacturing -- Metalworking Machinery Manufacturing (3335)

Occupation (SOC)

Production Occupations -- Tool and Die Makers (51-4111)

Instructional Program (CIP)

Precision Production (48)

Credit Type

Credential Type

Credential

Educational Level

1st year Community College or equivalent

Skill Level

Quality Assurance Organization

OMWP Editorial Board