Manufacturing ProgramsManufacturing refers to the processing of raw materials or parts into finished goods using tools, human labor, machinery, and chemical processing. Manufacturing allows businesses to sell finished products at a higher cost than the value of the raw materials used. Aircraft, automobiles, chemicals, clothing, computers, consumer electronics, electrical equipment, furniture, heavy machinery, refined petroleum products, ships, steel, and tools and dies are some of the examples of manufacturing industries. Manufacturers typically need technical skills for hands-on work with equipment, and the ability to coordinate production alongside other skilled workers.
There is a shortage of skilled production workers in Lorain County and beyond. As a member of the Lorain County Manufacturing Sector Partnership (LCMSP) (
http://www.lcmsp.org/members/lcjvs) we partner with them to train adults to fill jobs in the manufacturing industry. These three career development manufacturing programs we currently offer at the adult career center: Manual Machining, CNC Programming and Operations and Certified Production Technician.
Manual Machining Program
This course is a combination of classroom and hands-on training that helps students prepare for a career in Tool and Die, Mold Making and many other metal working trades. Students will gain a basic understanding of lathes, mills, and grinders to attain all the manual skills to become a quality machinist. Machine from a print - critical to move into CNC side of things. This is the basic understanding before entering the CNC side - to get precision grinding mastered - you will always use this skill, even in retrospect.
Students can obtain NIMS credentialing in:
• Measurement
• Materials and Safety
• Job Planning
• Benchwork and Layout
Program Information
Tuition - $3,200.00*
Hours - 200 hours
Dates - Fall 2024
Days/Times of Program - M,T,W,TH / 5:30pm - 10:00pm
*Books are not included in tuition.
This is a Career Development (CD) program that is approved by the Commission of the Council of Occupational Education. (COE)
CNC Programming and Operations Program
Students will gain a basic understanding of CNC setup, operations, and programming as well as an introduction to CAD/CAM software. This program prepares students to take the NIMS credentialing in CNC Mill Operations test. Students must be above proficient in math and have computer programming skills. There is no individualized training offered for those who do not meet this recommended skill level. Students will handwrite programs, learn g and m codes, and learn to recognize the code to be able to diagnose and enhance a program to do what you want it to do. Students will use CAM and CAD programs to select services on 3-D models and apply machining strategies to design models.
Completing Manual Machining is not a prerequisite; however, it is highly recommended that students have manual machining knowledge.
Program Information
Tuition - $3,200.00*
Hours - 200 hours
Dates - Fall 2024
Days/Times of Program - M,T,W,TH / 5:30pm - 10:00pm
*Books are not included in tuition.
This is a Career Development (CD) program that is approved by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education. (COE)
Certified Production Technician Program
Certified Production Technician 4.0 is a nationally portable, industry-led program that prepares individuals for career pathways in advance manufacturing. This training program delivers the 21st Century, in-demand skills that today's employers need for over 6 million front line production jobs. The Manufacturing Skill Standards Council (MSSC) full Certified Production Technician 4.0 (CPT 4.) certification consists of 4 stackable credentials: Safety and Employability, Manufacturing Process and Production, Quality Practices and Measurement, Maintenance Awareness.
Program Information
Tuition - $3,125.00*
Hours - 200 hours
Dates - Fall 2024
Days/Times of Program - M,T,W,TH / 5:30pm - 10:00pm
*Books are not included in tuition
This is a Career Development (CD) program that is approved by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education. (COE)
Textbooks
1. Precision Machine Technology Workbook and Project Manuel ISBN# 978 1 4354 4768 4
2. CNC Machining Level 1 ISBN# 978 1 2854 2277 0
Graduation, Completion, and Placement Rates*
Graduate Rate = N/A
Total Completion Rate = N/A
Graduate Placement Rate = N/A
Industry Credential Passage Rate = N/A
* We had no program completers during the reporting period. Based on the Council on Occupational Education Annual Report 2022 for Reporting Period 01/01/2021 - 12/31/2021. The placement rate is based on those completers who are employed in a filed to their job training program. Actual number of students who are employed after graduation may be higher.
Certification/Credentials
NIMS (National Institute for Metalworking Skills)
OSHA 10
Career Development Programs:
Offers students education and training for the purpose of job entry and job advancement.
Include placement assistance and employability skills training.
Provide opportunities for trade certifications and credentials in a variety of skilled areas.
Allow students to access local funding sources, such as financial aid and scholarships.