COURSE CODE: 8540

Precision Machining Technology II

SCED Code: 13204
Virginia Extended Description: II
Suggested Grade Level: 11, 12
Duration: 36 Weeks
Hours: 280
OSHA Compliance Required?: Yes
CTSO: SkillsUSA
Non-Traditional?: F

The demand for precision machinists is growing along with the resurgence of the U.S. manufacturing industry. Machinists are highly skilled, creative problem solvers who are task-oriented and self-directed individuals. In this advanced course, CNC machining operations are emphasized. Students have the opportunity to increase their skills in applying precise measurements, using engineering drawings and sketches, and applying metalworking theory in order to safely and efficiently plan, manage, and perform general machine maintenance and machining jobs. This program helps to prepare students for the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) credentials, which the industry uses to recruit, hire, place, and promote individual workers. This course specifically aligns to Machining Knowledge Requirements and Dimensional Measurements Knowledge Requirements.

Class Size Regulation

The Virginia Administrative Code regulates the class size for this course. For additional information, see 8VAC20-120-150, "Maximum class size," or contact the Virginia Department of Education Office of Career, Technical and Adult Education at cte@doe.virginia.gov.

Course Sequences

A combination of this course and those below, equivalent to two 36-week courses, is a concentration sequence. Students wishing to complete a specialization may take additional courses based on their career pathways. A program completer is a student who has met the requirements for a CTE concentration sequence and all other requirements for high school graduation or an approved alternative education program.

Career Clusters

Pathway Occupation
Maintenance, Installation, and Repair
  • Millwright
Manufacturing Production Process Development
  • Precision Inspector, Tester, or Grader
  • Production Manager
Production
  • Extruding and Drawing Machine Operator
  • Tool and Die Maker
Quality Assurance
  • Quality Control Technician

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