Stackable Credentials

Credentials for Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

74 credential programs ladder toward this occupation. Median wage on completion: $46,060 · projected growth -0.5%. See full occupation profile →

Certificate

Adv Mfgng Machining

Pikes Peak State College
Short-Term Certificate

Advanced Machining Technology

Pikes Peak State College
Associate's Degree

Advanced Manufacturing

Pikes Peak State College
Certificate

Advanced Manufacturing

Pickens Technical College
Certificate

Applied General Metallurgy

ASM International
$9,250 cost
Describe how metals behave and why, including why and how they can be formedRecognize how metals can be strengthened by alloying, cold-working, and heat treatmentIdentify how metals can be shaped by casting, forging, forming, machining, or welding, and how these processes can alter propertiesRecognize why metals and alloys are not behaving as expected and how they can be made to behave as neededIdentify what metal or alloy to use for specific combinations of properties
Short-Term Certificate

Basic CNC

Southern Union State Community College
AL
Short-Term Certificate

Basic Machining Technology

Pikes Peak State College
Course

CAD/CAM (Creo Parametric, Solid Works, Surfcam, Mastercam)

Alabama Training Network
AL
Apply3D Modeling In Manufacturing CADGenerate Toolpaths With CAM SoftwareUse Creo Solid Works Mastercam For Machining
Course

CNC Machining

Alabama Training Network
AL
Operate CNC Mills And LathesWrite CNC Programs For ManufacturingApply Safety In CNC Machining
Associate's Degree

CNC Machining

Southern Union State Community College
AL
Certificate

CNC Machining

Southern Union State Community College
AL
Certificate

CNC Manufacturing

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Livingston
$2,974 cost
Short-Term Certificate

CNC Milling

Southern Union State Community College
AL
Short-Term Certificate

CNC Operator

Enterprise State Community College
AL
Course

CNC Setup

Alabama Training Network
AL
Setup CNC Machines For ProductionLoad Tools And Programs In CNC OperationsVerify CNC Programs Before Production
Short-Term Certificate

Conventional Machining

Southern Union State Community College
AL
Certificate

Ferrous Metallurgy

ASM International
$9,250 cost
Identify the mechanical and physical properties of the different types and grades of stainless steelSelect the best alloy for a specific applicationTroubleshoot problems due to corrosion failuresDetermine the best processes to use in the manufacture of stainless steel components
Certification

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Professional (GDTP) - Senior Level

American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Understand the rules, definitions, principles, and meanings of the symbols and modifiers of GD&T as applied to engineering drawings and related documentationUnderstand the functions and relationships of part features and geometric controlsPerform calculations associated with GD&T derived from the drawing and related documentationUnderstand that the application of GD&T has implications for manufacturing, quality control, and verification processes associated with engineering drawings and related documentationApply the principles of GD&T to the establishment of functional gaging activities
Certification

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing Professional (GDTP) - Technician Level

American Society of Mechanical Engineers
Understand the meaning of the symbols, modifiers, and relationships of GD&T as applied to engineering drawings and related documentationMake the proper selection with consideration for the function and relationship of part features and of geometric controls, to document the product design intentPerform calculations associated with GD&T to determine geometric requirementsApply the appropriate geometric control symbols, modifiers, and datum references to the engineering drawings and related documentationApply the principles of GD&T to the operations of manufacturing, quality control, and verification processes associated with engineering drawings and related documentationApply the principles of GD&T to the establishment of functional gaging activities
Certificate

MACHINE SHOP TECHNOLOGY

Northwest-Shoals Community College
AL
Certificate

MACHINE SHOP TECHNOLOGY

Central Alabama Community College
AL
Certificate

MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGY

Trenholm State Community College
Associate's Degree

MACHINE TOOL TECHNOLOGY

Trenholm State Community College
Certificate

MACHINING TECHNOLOGY

Pikes Peak State College
Short-Term Certificate

MACHINING TECHNOLOGY

Pikes Peak State College
Course

Machine Operator Technician

ACCS Innovation Center
AL
Achieve all production standards through efficient work practiceCalculate basic shop math problems involving both fractions and decimalsCollaborate with team members to maximize efficiency and minimize scrap/downtimeComplete proper quality documentation, such as shop travelers and inspection sheets, to ensure accuracyConduct housekeeping duties to maintain a clean working environmentConduct quality checks using gauges and record the results accurately
Short-Term Certificate

Machine Shop

Central Alabama Community College
AL
Certificate

Machine Shop Tech

Pickens Technical College
Short-Term Certificate

Machine Shop Technology

Pickens Technical College
Short-Term Certificate

Machine Shop w/emp in Basic Machine Operator

Central Alabama Community College
AL
Short-Term Certificate

Machine Shop w/emp in Basic Machinist

Central Alabama Community College
AL
Short-Term Certificate

Machine Shop w/emp in CNC Operator

Central Alabama Community College
AL
Short-Term Certificate

Machine Shop w/emp in CNC Specialist

Central Alabama Community College
AL
Short-Term Certificate

Machine Shop w/emp in Manual Lathe Operator

Central Alabama Community College
AL
Short-Term Certificate

Machine Shop w/emp in Manual Milling Machine Operator

Central Alabama Community College
AL
Certificate

Machine Technology

Coastal Alabama Community College
AL
Associate's Degree

Machine Technology

Coastal Alabama Community College
AL
Short-Term Certificate

Machine Tool Technician

Snead State Community College
AL
Certificate

Machine Tool Technologist

Snead State Community College
AL
Diploma

Machine Tool Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Crump
$5,760 cost
Diploma

Machine Tool Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Elizabethton
$5,948 cost
Diploma

Machine Tool Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Livingston
$5,948 cost
Short-Term Certificate

Machine Tool Technology

Coastal Alabama Community College
AL
Diploma

Machine Tool Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Harriman
$6,073 cost
Diploma

Machine Tool Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Jacksboro
$5,760 cost
Diploma

Machine Tool Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Dickson
$5,948 cost
Diploma

Machine Tool Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Murfreesboro
$6,007 cost
Diploma

Machine Tool Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Athens
$7,435 cost
Diploma

Machine Tool Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Hartsville
$5,492 cost
Diploma

Machine Tool Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Oneida-Huntsville
$5,948 cost
Diploma

Machine Tool Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-McMinnville
$8,363 cost
Short-Term Certificate

Machine Tool Technology

Bishop State Community College
AL
Diploma

Machine Tool Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology Northwest
$5,760 cost
Diploma

Machine Tool Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Shelbyville
$5,948 cost
Short-Term Certificate

Machine Tool Technology

Northwest-Shoals Community College
AL
Diploma

Machine Tool Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-McKenzie
$5,948 cost
Associate's Degree

Machine Tool Technology

Snead State Community College
AL
Diploma

Machine Tool Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Hohenwald
$5,948 cost
Diploma

Machine Tool Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Memphis
Diploma

Machine Tool Technology

Tennessee College of Applied Technology-Upper Cumberland
$5,948 cost
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