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.

View syllabi for Machining Department courses (opens in a new tab)

Program Courses

1. 1

   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 Advisor

   Not ready to schedule? You can text questions to (435) 261-9877.

2. 2

   Admissions

   Complete the Certificate-Seeking Application. College admission policy requires a student to have a high school diploma or its recognized equivalent.

   Fill out the Certificate-Seeking Application (opens in a new tab)
3. 3

   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.

   Sign up for Machining Essentials (MACH0995) (opens in a new tab)
4. 4

   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.