Explore a world where imagination, automation and manufacturing meet to form the exciting field of precision machining.
Join this innovative, high-tech career and secure your future in a high-demand/high wage profession. Feel the satisfaction of making your own components from concept to completion using state-of-the-art Computer Numerical Control (CNC) production technology and equipment. Whether machining components for the aerospace, automotive or medical industries, you will enjoy this self-satisfying profession.
You will utilize a laptop loaded with CAM software to create 2D and 3D models. These models are then manufactured using fully automated CNC machines as well as conventional machining applications. In addition, you will use Tooling-U, an online virtual resource, to compliment this exciting curriculum.
During this two-year program, you can earn nationally recognized certification from the National Institute of Metal Forming Skills (NIMS). During the second year, you may be placed in a part-time position at a member company; hours worked may apply toward an apprenticeship. This program is a practical step in acquiring a two- or four-year technical degree. This program has no student fees thanks to the generosity of several local industry partners and grants.
High School Credit Junior Year Precision CNC Machining: 3.0, Technology: .5 High School Credit Senior Year Precision CNC Machining: 3.0 Certifications National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Potential College Semester Hour Credit *See your Polaris Counselor for more information on college credit agreements.
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Email: tsambunj@polaris.edu Education: Industrial Arts/PMT, Kent State University, Journeyman Tool & Die, U.S. Department of Labor/Polaris, Machine Trades I/II, Normandy High School Certifications: NIMS Level I; Registered Tool & Die Maker Journeyman from the U.S. Department of Labor Apprenticeship Bureau; MasterCam Certified Instructor At Polaris Since: 2001 Industry Experience: Over 20 years of industry experience as Tool & Die, Mold Maker and CNC programmer/operator at Lunar Tool and Mold and Independent Die and Mfg. Currently serving as part time industry CNC machining consultant and on-site training. Interests/Hobbies: As a lifelong career person in the machining field, interests include proto-typing products to make them better or creating new products. Also interested in outdoor sports: fishing, camping, and mountain biking.