School of Technology Standard:A qualified fulltime faculty member meets the education component of the School of Technology discipline standard through one of three routes:1. Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution in technology, engineering, engineering technology; or an earned baccalaureate or higher degree directly related to the program’s disciplineAnd, possesses any specialized certifications required for the class being taught as indicated in the Curriculum of Record (COR)And, two years of directly related work experience that is specifically linked to the competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR);or2. Possesses an earned baccalaureate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institutionAnd, possesses any specialized certifications required for the class being taught as indicated in the Curriculum of Record (COR)And five years of directly related work experience that is specifically linked to the competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR);or3. Possesses an earned associate or higher degree, from a regionally accredited institution directly related to the program’s disciplineAnd, possesses any specialized certifications required for the class being taught as indicated in the Curriculum of Record (COR)And three years of directly related work experience that is specifically linked to the competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR);School of Technology Course Standard:A qualified adjunct faculty member, including Dual Credit, Corporate College and a fulltime faculty teaching outside their discipline, meets the technical course standard through one of four routes:1. Meets the fulltime faculty discipline standard;or2. Possesses a Department of Labor, Bureau for Apprenticeship Training recognized journeyman’s card in the discipline directly related to credentials, certifications, and competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR), and in journeyman status for two years or more with experience that is specifically linked to the competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR)And, possesses any specialized certifications required for the class being taught as indicated in the Curriculum of Record (COR);or3. Possesses any specialized certifications or credentials required for the class being taught as indicated in the Curriculum of Record (COR)And, 5 years directly related work experience in the field that is specifically linked to the competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR);4. Possesses a current Workplace Specialist License granted by the Indiana Department of Education appropriate to course objectives and directly linked to credentials, certifications, and competencies listed in the Curriculum of Record (COR)And, possesses any specialized certifications required for the class being taught as indicated in the Curriculum of Record (COR);
Known for its award-winning training, the Associate of Applied Science in Machine Tool Technology program trains the next generation of machinists and makers. Upon graduation, students are prepared to enter the workforce immediately.
The industry certifications students will receive through courses are nationally recognized. This gives graduates the best opportunity for employment and to earn higher wages. Virtually all manufactured products depend on America’s precision machining industry at some point in their production. The employer input on the program is because of the high demand for solid training in the field of metal cutting operations. The goal of this program is to strengthen American manufacturing by building a globally competitive machining workforce.
Some of the industry-recognized certifications in this program of study include:
This program will develop student’s knowledge and skills necessary to perform machining operations. The curriculum focuses on meeting industry standards for producing qualified graduates. Graduates of the program are able to start out as a Machinist, First Line Supervisor/Manager of Production as well as Tool and Die Maker.
*Note: Tuition, fees, and textbooks are based on full time enrollment. Total cost will change depending on electives taken and associated fees and certifications. Get more information on tuition, fees, and textbooks here: Tuition & Fees - Ivy Tech Community College
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Open enrollment throughout the year with 5 start dates (January, March, June, August, and October).