Program Details

Associate of Applied Science Degree in Machine Technology

Associate of Applied Science

Wytheville Community College

This program is designed for persons who seek work in the metal working industry immediately upon graduation. Graduates of this program also may elect to continue their education in a related program at a four-year institution related to industrial fields.

Program Overview & Guidance

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Program Guidance Element	What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree	This program is designed for persons who seek full-time employment in the metal working industry immediately upon graduation.
Considerations When Selecting Courses	Create a schedule for all required courses, pay attention to prerequisites and when courses are offered, complete your first math and English courses in your first year Connect with an advisor at your community college and Wytheville Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree	Graduates of this program also may elect to continue their education in a technology program at a four-year institution which offers related industrial programs.
Program Successes & Highlights	Occupational Objectives include: Machinist; Machine Tool Operator (CNC & Conventional); Maintenance Mechanic; Machine Set-Up Technician; Tool and Die Maker Apprentice; CNC Programmer; Inspector (Quality Control); Machine Shop Supervisor

Related Programs & Certifications

Credential That Prepares You For This Program

Credential

Certificate in Machine Tool Operations

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Program Credit Requirements

Credit and Course Requirements for the Program are expected in a future release. Please look above to see if a Transfer Guide is available for this program. If you are a current Virginia Community College student or are planning to start at a Virginia Community College before transferring to this institution and program, please follow the Transfer Guide to plan your courses at the community college.

If you wish to see how your credits may apply, you can:

Contact the institution where a staff member can help you map your credits to the requirements for this program.
View the program requirements listed in the institution's catalog.

If you are interested in the cost of attending this institution, please visit the institution's cost page to review costs

What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?

Transfer Guidance Element	What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion	Students who transfer with a completed Associate degree will be awarded SDV 100 and will have their transcript evaluated for other individual course transfer. Students who transfer with a completed Bachelor degree from a U.S. college or university will be awarded SDV 100, ENG 111 and ENG 112. The transcript will be evaluated for other individual course transfer.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School
Credit for Prior Learning	Yes; https://catalog.wcc.vccs.edu/content.php?catoid=12&navoid=324#transferring-students
Did You Know That...	Completing your Associate transfer degree post-high school satisfies all lower division general education requirements and increases the chance of completing your bachelor's degree? Exceeding 3 years or 90 credits at your community college means you may have exhausted your financial aid at that college and have limited your future financial aid at: Wytheville Community College

College Level Information

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Number of Transfer Students

College Fit Guidance	What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me?	WCC offers a wide range of programs: transfer programs for the first two years of a baccalaureate degree, technical programs to prepare for a successful career, developmental courses to assist in a successful transition to college, Workforce Development for job preparedness, and continuing education for the life of learning we all must live. WCC is proud to now have served multiple generations of families in our community. We hope that you will be among those who chose to further their education or enhance their work skills through our credit or non-credit offerings.
Transfer Student Catalog Year	Catalog year is determined by first semester of attendance
First Year Student Catalog Year	Catalog year is determined by first semester of attendance
Applying for Guaranteed Admissions	Not required

Where Can This Degree Transfer

This section displays degrees most closely related to this program and to which you may be able to transfer. So, you can use this list to find the next degree you can complete in your major. Please click the degree name to visit that program page.

Institution	Title	Degree	Award Name	Award Level	Delivery Mode
New River Community College	Associate of Applied Science in Machine Technology	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Virginia Highlands Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Computer Numerical Control Machine Operations	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Mountain Empire Community College	Associate of Applied Science in Technical Studies: Precision Machining	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Blue Ridge Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Advanced Manufacturing Technology	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Blue Ridge Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Advanced Manufacturing Technology - Mechatronics	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Blue Ridge Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree Advanced Manufacturing Tech: Manufacturing Engineering Tech	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Central Virginia Community College	AAS in Mechatronics	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person
Eastern Shore Community College	Associate of Applied Science in Technical Studies	Associate	Associate in Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Online, Hybrid
Brightpoint Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Mechanical Engineering Technology - Mechatronics Technician Specialization	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Paul D. Camp Community College	Associate of Applied Science in Mechatronics	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person
Tidewater Community College	Associate of Applied Science - Mechatronics	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person
Virginia Western Community College	Associate of Applied Science in Mechatronics Systems Engineering Technology Degree	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Western Community College	Associates of Applied Science MSET Degree Design Engineering Technology Specialization	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid
Virginia Western Community College	Associate of Applied Science MSET Degree Electrical Engineering Technology Specialization	Associate	Associate of Applied Science	2-Year	In-Person, Hybrid

Careers Where This Degree Applies

O*Net Code	Name	Description	Parent
51-4199.00	Metal Workers and Plastic Workers, All Other	All metal workers and plastic workers not listed separately.	Production Occupations
17-3026.00	Industrial Engineering Technologists and Technicians	Apply engineering theory and principles to problems of industrial layout or manufacturing production, usually under the direction of engineering staff. May perform time and motion studies on worker operations in a variety of industries for purposes such as establishing standard production rates or improving efficiency.	Architecture and Engineering Occupations
17-3026.01	Nanotechnology Engineering Technologists and Technicians	Implement production processes and operate commercial-scale production equipment to produce, test, or modify materials, devices, or systems of unique molecular or macromolecular composition. Operate advanced microscopy equipment to manipulate nanoscale objects. Work under the supervision of nanoengineering staff.	Architecture and Engineering Occupations

Cost To Complete

This section provides you with a very high-level estimate of your costs and is purely intended as a guide. You should consult the institution via College Connect to get a more detailed estimate based on the totality of your circumstances. The selections below are based on information gathered from your Profile and the estimated costs are calculated based on the 69 credits remaining to be completed

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Estimated Cost for the Plan Name Not Provided at Wytheville Community College These costs are based on an estimated 4 semesters or 2 years remaining to complete this degree (assuming a full-time load of 16 hours per semester)
Category		Cost	Basis	Cost (To You)	Estimated Benefits	Net Cost	Notes
Tuition		$172	Per Credit	$11,868	$0	$11,868

*Please note that the above estimated costs do not include all Federal, State or other financial aid, grants, scholarships, etc. for which you may qualify. All such aid could substantially reduce these costs.

Other Financial Aid to Pay for College:

You may be eligible for additional financial aid from Federal, State, and Local sources. Military education benefits are not considered in determining eligibility for federal financial aid. Everyone is therefore encouraged to apply for federal financial aid by submitting the Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA), because many will qualify for additional educational funds like Pell Grants, worth over $5,500/yr.