Effective Fall 2024
- School of Engineering Technologies
- Associate of Applied Science Degree (A.A.S.)
- More Information about Automated Manufacturing Technology
The Automated Manufacturing major is designed to provide students with the opportunity for hands-on experience necessary for employment as a technician in the computer-enhanced manufacturing process. Full size (rather than miniature or small scale) equipment is utilized. Through the integration of mathematics, robotics, metallurgy, programmable machinery shop skills, and computer-assisted machining techniques, students can acquire the necessary skills for employment in an industrial environment. National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) accreditation enables our certified faculty to offer NIMS certification exams to our students. Students who successfully earn NIMS certification enjoy a competitive edge in the job market.
Career Opportunities
Programmer, engineer trainee, production specialist, CAM specialist, toolmaker, supervision, CIM technician.
Recommended High School Subjects
Two years of algebra, one year of science; machining experience or training.
Special Equipment Needs
See program Tool List for major.
Laptop Computer Required
- Windows 11 or higher (recommended).
- 64-bit, 3.0 GHz or greater, 4 or more cores (Intel or AMD) (required).
- 250+ GB Solid State Disk (SSD) drive (recommended).
- 16+ GB RAM (required); 32+ GB RAM (recommended).
- 1 GB GPU minimum Graphics Card (required); 4 GB GPU (recommended).
- Laptop must include a webcam and microphone (required).
- Laptop must include a wireless network card (required).
- Broadband Internet connection when working off campus (required).
- Additional plug-ins may be required (Information Technology Services Service Desk available for assistance).
- Chromebooks and other devices running Chrome OS are prohibited.
Remediation Strategies
All incoming students must meet placement requirements in math. Students are expected to remediate any deficiencies as explained in College Catalog (see http://www.pct.edu/catalog/PlacementTesting).
Transfer Procedures
This major is subject to the transfer standards established by the College (see http://www.pct.edu/catalog/TransferringCredits ). Exceptions must be approved by the school dean.
Program Goals
A graduate of this major should be able to:- demonstrate safe work habits when working on machine tools.
- operate basic machine tools.
- demonstrate knowledge of programmable machine tools in milling, turning, handling, set up, and maintenance.
- demonstrate knowledge of machining parameters, torque, feeds and speeds and motion control.
- define input-output communication for automated machining operations.
- demonstrate skills in computer aided manufacturing, robotics, and other automated manufacturing methods.
- demonstrate hands-on experience on system operating modes, command entry methods, tool path, chip removal, program editing, programming, and program interfacing.
- perform operations with a robot using robot arm geometry and work envelope.
- apply systems knowledge.
- demonstrate materials handling.
- perform tooling operations.
- perform Computer Integrated Manufacturing (CIM) operations.
Curriculum
| First Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| FYE101 | First Year Experience | 1 | .50 | 1.50 | S | REQ | |
| MTT128 | Mill Applications | 4 | 1 | 9 | M | REQ | |
| MTT129 | Lathe Applications | 4 | 1 | 9 | M | REQ | |
| CIM102 | Introduction to CAD/CAM | 3 | 2 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| CIM104 | CNC Machining & Programming I | 3 | 2 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| MTH181 | College Algebra & Trigonometry I | 3 | 2.50 | 1.50 | S | REQ | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 18 | ||||||
| Second Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| CIM124 | CNC Machining & Programming II | 4 | 2 | 6 | M | REQ | |
| CIM220 | CAD/CAM | 3 | 2 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| MTT131 | Quality Control with GD&T | 4 | 1 | 9 | M | REQ | |
| CSC124 | Information, Technology & Society | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 14 | ||||||
| Third Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| MTT213 | Machine Tool Applications | 4 | 1 | 9 | M | REQ | |
| MTT222 | Fixture Design & Fabrication | 4 | 1 | 9 | M | REQ | |
| ENL111 | English Composition I | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| CIM228 | Advanced Multi-axis CNC Machining & Programming | 4 | 2 | 6 | M | REQ | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 15 | ||||||
| Fourth Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| CIM205 | Electrical Discharge Machining | 3 | 2 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| MTT216 | Abrasive Machining & Heat Treatment | 4 | 1 | 9 | M | REQ | |
| ENL201 | Technical & Professional Communication | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| CIM222 | Robotic Applications | 3 | 2 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| TOTAL CREDITS | 13 | ||||||
| Fifth Semester | Credits | Notes | Lecture | Lab/Clinical | M/S | Type | |
| MSC106 | Introduction to Metallurgy | 4 | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| CIM227 | Material Handling/Fluid Power | 3 | 2 | 3 | M | REQ | |
| MET319 | Lean Manufacturing & Quality Control | 3 | 3 | M | REQ | ||
| ECO111 | Principles of Macroeconomics | 3 | 3 | S | REQ | ||
| TOTAL CREDITS | 13 | ||||||
Accreditation
Accredited Testing/Certification Institute for the National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS).