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Associate of Applied Science in Technical Studies: Precision Machining

Associate of Applied Science

Mountain Empire Community College

The Technical Studies Associates in Precision Machining provides students with employable skills in machining. Credentials from NIMS are eligible to be earned through this program. Upon completion the student would be eligible to have completed all necessary skills for the NIMS Entry Level Machinist credential. Students should be able to find employment as entry-level machinists.

Outcomes

Upon successful completion, students will be able to:
1. An understanding of precision measuring that leads to industry-recognized Starrett and NIMS certification.
2. Proficiency with the manual machining of parts and the techniques that improve their efficiency on machines.
3. Facility in blueprint reading and the ability to apply that understanding to successfully machining a workpiece.
4. Proficiency with CNC lathes and mills and the ability to program machines to successfully complete tasks.
5. An understanding and application of safety practices according to OSHA standards.
6. The use of advanced machining techniques and their potential applications in the workplace.
7. Employability skills such as technical writing and effective shop communication practices.
8. Planning skills are required to complete manual and automated machining tasks.

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Program Guidance Element	What You Need to Know
Considerations for Selecting Degree
Program Requirement Notes	Program Requirement Notes An academic advisor will review your preparation in Mathematics and English with you. You’ll be guided to appropriate preliminary coursework to give you the greatest chance of success in this program.
Considerations When Selecting Courses	An academic advisor will review your preparation in Mathematics and English with you. You’ll be guided to appropriate preliminary coursework to give you the greatest chance of success in this program. 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 Mountain Empire Community College within your first year via College Connect
Program Requirements Beyond Specific Courses
Doing More With Your Degree	Companies need competent machinists. This program is designed to assist with that need by training entry-level machinists in this role.
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What If I Have An Associate Degree Or Credit For Prior Learning?

Transfer Guidance Element	What You Need to Know
Associate Transfer Degree Completion	The transfer education program, which includes freshman and sophomore courses in arts and sciences and pre-professional education, allows students to transfer into baccalaureate degree programs and four-year colleges and universities.
Completion of Associate Degree Concurrent with High School	The transfer education program, which includes freshman and sophomore courses in arts and sciences and pre-professional education, allows students to transfer into baccalaureate degree programs and four-year colleges and universities.
Credit for Prior Learning	VCCS Policy 5.6.5.1
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: Mountain Empire Community College

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College Fit Guidance	What You Need to Know
Is This College Right For Me?	Mountain Empire Community College’s mission is to provide our region with accessible, quality higher education, workforce training, and community programs to ensure an educated population and globally competitive workforce.
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First Year Student Catalog Year	The catalog year is based on the admission term that the student applies for.
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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
Wytheville Community College	Associate of Applied Science Degree in Machine Technology	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

Cost To Complete

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Estimated Cost for the Associate of Applied Science in Technical Studies: Precision Machining at Mountain Empire 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	$11,352	$0	$11,352

*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.