Manufacturing Technologies
If you enjoy working with machinery, our Manufacturing Technologies Program can prepare you to use conventional machine tools, computerized machining systems and metals to produce precision parts for machinery.
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Our next program info session for Manufacturing Technologies is October 12 at 3 p.m. in Building 25, Room 105 . Come meet the instructors, see the classrooms, and learn how you can get started!
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For program costs, visit the Tuition and Fees page.
Costs are estimated and are not guarantees.
You can learn more about financial aid and scholarships right here. Or view our full tuition & fees breakdown.
How Long It Takes
Manufacturing Technologies Degree: 6-7
Machinist Apprentice Certificate: 4
CNC Programmer/CATIA Certificate: 3
Machinist Helper Certificate: 2
All program lengths are estimates and are not guarantees.
Potential Careers
Graduates may find employment as machinists. In Washington, median pay for machinists is
$45,000 per year.
This is not a guarantee of employment or a certain wage. Full career data available at careerinfo.net
What You'll Learn
Training includes preparing and operating conventional machine tools and CNC machines, blueprint reading, shop math, precision measuring and more.
Stories About Our Manufacturing Technologies Program
As Jake Boushack prepared to separate from service with the U.S. Marine Corps, the artilleryman researched employable fields in Washington state.
CPTC's Manufacturing Technologies students learn to use conventional machine tools, computerized machining systems and produce precision machine parts.
Degrees & Certificates
Within our Manufacturing Technologies Program, we offer an AAT degree and three specialty certificates
Manufacturing Technologies Degree
Type: AAT Degree
Avg. # of Quarters: 6-7
Machinist Apprentice Certificate
Avg. # of Quarters: 4
CNC Programmer/CATIA Certificate
Avg. # of Quarters: 3
Machinist Helper Certificate
Avg. # of Quarters: 2