Machining Technology
The Machining Technology program trains students to use machine tools to produce complex parts used in every industry, from the machines they use, to the parts they use to produce their product. Machinists are trained to use various turning, milling, grinding, and computer numerical controlled (CNC) machines to produce these complex parts. Machinists are also tasked to interpret engineer's drawings to process the desired part. The Machining Technology program is structured to give students a solid foundation in the core fundamentals of machining and launch a career in a field that is always in high demand.
Objectives
- Demonstrate safe operation of machine shop equipment.
- Interpret engineering drawings.
- Perform calculations common to the machining industry.
- Use appropriate measuring equipment.
- Use cutting tool geometry and theory in the machining process.
- Properly select appropriate equipment and cutting tools.
- Set up, program, and operate a Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machine.
Syllabi
Providing course syllabi ensures openness and transparency in course expectations, fostering a clear and accessible learning environment for all students. To see the course syllabi for the Machining Department, click the link below.
Syllabi for Machining Department Courses (opens in a new tab)
Program Courses
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About Your Program
Bridgerland Technical College is open year-round. Most programs are open-entry, which means you can start the program at the beginning of every month as long as there is space available. Please contact a Student Success Advisor with any questions you may have about a program. You can check the start dates here.
Make an appointment with a Student Success AdvisorNot ready to schedule? You can text questions to (435) 261-9877.
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Admissions
Complete the Certificate-Seeking Application. College admission policy requires a student to have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent.
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Programmatic Requirements
Students will receive additional pre-enrollment programmatic requirements, if applicable, via email. If you have not received this email within 24 business hours, please check your spam or junk mail folders.
Complete Machining Essentials (MACH0995) (opens in a new tab) with a B- or better. This introductory course covers essential safety practices, basic measuring tools, pedestal grinding, rough sawing, and basic manual lathe and/or mill operations.
Orientation: Students must attend a course orientation at 8 am or 5 pm on the first class.
Weekly attendance requirement: Students must attend 30 hours per week for the daytime option or 15 hours per week for the evening option.
This course is required before enrolling into the Machining Technology program. If you attended BTECH as a high school student, you may be able to waive the preadmission course with your grades. Contact a Student Success Advisor for more information.
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Enrollment and Registration
Once the programmatic requirements have been completed, the next step is to meet with a Student Services Representative to complete your enrollment. You will declare your starting date, enrolled hours, and set up your payment schedule.
The first month’s payment or completed Financial Aid is required at the time of enrollment. No appointment is necessary.
Questions? Call (435) 753-6780, email studentservices@btech.edu, or visit Student Services at the Logan Campus.
FAFSA and Pell Grant
Checklist
- Social Security Number or Alien Registration number (if you’re not a U.S. citizen)
- Federal income tax returns, W-2s, and other records of money earned
- Bank statements and records of investments (if applicable)
- Records of untaxed income (if applicable)
The Process
- BTECH receives your FAFSA record.
- Financial Aid emails you instructions to create a VerifyMyFafsa account.
- You submit the required documentation.
- You complete enrollment with BTECH.
- Financial Aid emails a link to schedule a required Financial Aid Offer meeting.
- Pell Grant is disbursed (if eligible).
Scholarships
Checklist
- Your Student ID
- Letter of recommendation
- Personal history and career objective
- High school transcript
The Process
- Soft deadline: the 5th of each month.
- BTECH gathers applications submitted during the previous month.
- The Scholarship Committee reviews each application.
- BTECH evaluates available funds.
- Award results are typically sent within 4–6 weeks.
- If awarded, you receive a link to schedule a meeting to accept the award.
- BTECH disburses scholarship funds.
Veterans
- Complete the Veterans checklist (opens in a new tab)
- Contact the VA Certifying Official: nmcinelly@btech.edu
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Estimated
Tuition & Fees |
Estimated
Equalized Payment |
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| $3,285 | $365 |
| This is an estimate. Course fees may vary |
Based on full-time enrollment. |
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Estimated
Books & Supplies |
Pell
Eligible |
Books, course materials, supplies, and equipment |
Yes |
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Adult Schedule
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Certificate Credit
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Mon–Thu:
7:00 am–10:00 pm Fri:
7:00 am–5:00 pm |
30 credits
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Certificate Length
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High School Course
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9–11 months
Hours per week:
16 (evening only) or 30 (daytime only) Based on full-time enrollment |
Arranged
Schedule varies by school |
**Part-time attendance is the minimum requirement.
Logan Campus
1301 North 600 West,Logan, Utah 84321
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Outcome Data
Reported annually to the Accrediting Agency,
Council on Occupational Education
- Completion Rate: 80%
- Job Placement Rate: 84%
- Withdrawal Rate: 20%
Outcome statistics are compiled annually based upon Training Outcome surveys conducted with students post-graduation. Data is gathered through coordination with the student, faculty, Student Services Office personnel, and licensing agencies.
Employment Outlook
What is the difference between a job and a career?
The words career and job are very different. To be specific, a job is what you show up to for work; a career spans your lifetime and includes your education, training, and professional memberships, and is something you love doing.
Find out the employment trends in this career here.
For additional information on the occupational profile, please
click here
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Living
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Miscellaneous Personal
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| $8,730 | $2,502 |
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Transportation
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Dependent Care
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| $1,737 | $414 |
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Disability-related
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Professional licensure, certification, or a first professional credential |
| $126 | $0 |
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Our Mission
The mission of the Bridgerland Technical College is to deliver competency-based, employer-guided career and technical education to both secondary and post-secondary students through traditional and technology-enhanced
methodologies. This hands-on technical education provides occupational education, skills training, and workforce development to support the educational and economic development of the Bear River Region.