Precision Manufacturing Technology Associate in Applied Science Degree

Students in the associate in applied science (AAS) degree in precision manufacturing technology is designed to meet the demand for specialized skill set trades in machinist and computer numerical control (CNC) operators in the manufacturing sector by preparing deaf and hard-of-hearing (D/HH) students for employment in precision manufacturing technology industries through the acquisition of skills in computer aided design (CAD), computer numerical control (CNC) machining, tool and die making, and instrument making. Upon completion of the associate degree, students will be able to set up and operate lathes, milling machine tools, grinders, polishers, computer numerical controlled machine tools, and computer-aided manufacturing systems; shape material into precision parts by conventional and nonconventional processes; follow blueprints; and use advanced measuring techniques to inspect work quality. Graduates will be successfully employed in both large manufacturing corporations and small contract manufacturing shops. This program is available for qualified deaf and hard of hearing students.