Machine Tool Technology
The Machine Tool Technology program is great for individuals interested in manufacturing specialty careers. Students will learn to work with machines that cut, shape and drill metal or plastic parts.
Students choose between two primary program options:
- Machining Technician, where the focus is on basic shop skills as well as Computer Numerical Control (CNC) programming
- CNC Precision Manufacturing, where the focus is on computer-assisted programming, setup and operation
- 21 credit certificate
- 32 & 64 credit diplomas
- 67 credit degree
- Specialized diplomas
- Hybrid online and in-person on Hutch campus
- Start in fall or spring
Program Delivery
- Hutchinson campus
- Online courses
- In-person lab open T-Th (8 am–4:30 pm)
- Fall and spring start
Program Cost*
Tuition/Fees
- AAS – $15,984
- Diploma – $7,634-$15,269
- Certificate – $5,010
Additional Cost
- Tools: $1,200 (scholarships available for tools)
- Book costs vary
Careers & Jobs
- Machinist
- Machine Operator
- Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Technician
- Precision Manufacturing Technician
