Machinist Degree

In modern times, a machinist is trained to set-up and operate a wide variety of computer-controlled machine tools and mechanically-controlled machine tools in an effort to produce tools, instruments, and parts. Get more details below including other Michigan colleges that offer machinist degrees.

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Glen Oaks Community College (GOCC)

3214 Flushing Road, Flint, MI

Glen Oaks Community College, located in Centreville, Michigan, was founded in 1965 and serves the residents of Saint Joseph County. The school's land was donated by Nora Hagen, who was among the last surviving members of her family. The land was once a in the familial farm, though the years had resulted in the death of her parents, sister  and her brother in law and left her alone with the property. The school provides activities outside of the classroom, such as clubs, organizations and athletics in order to meet the interests and needs of its students.

Academics

Glen Oaks Community College offers a number of programs that provide students with academic transfer opportunities or assist in the development of skills useful in career building through technical programs. Students pursuing academic transfer will take on a curriculum that fulfills the first two years of a four year education. Upon completion, students will choose a school or schools they wish to transfer to and begin the application process, and upon admission complete the final two years and earn their bachelor's degree. Students pursuing career or technical training will receive an education in the chosen industry or field that allows for a long term career and entry into the workforce as a qualified professional. Programs take between one and two years to complete and result in a degree or certificate upon completion.

Programs offered:

• Accounting
• General Studies
• Phlebotomy
• Medical Assistant
• Practical Nurse

Admissions and Financial Aid

Glen Oaks Community College is an open enrollment institution, and as such it allows any individual to enroll if they meet the minimum requirements, complete an application, pay all fees and supply previous transcripts. Students may also be asked to take a placement exam prior to registration and are encouraged to participate in new student orientation and meet with a counselor prior to their first semester. Financial aid is available in the form of loans, grants and scholarships and awarded based on need as determined through the information provided on a student's Free Application for Federal Student Aid (FAFSA).

Career Options for Graduates

Extruding and Drawing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Description

Set up, operate, or tend machines to extrude or draw thermoplastic or metal materials into tubes, rods, hoses, wire, bars, or structural shapes.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, extruding and drawing machine setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -24.4% from 2014 to 2024

Forging Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Description

Set up, operate, or tend forging machines to taper, shape, or form metal or plastic parts.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, forging machine setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -21.5% from 2014 to 2024

Rolling Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Description

Set up, operate, or tend machines to roll steel or plastic forming bends, beads, knurls, rolls, or plate or to flatten, temper, or reduce gauge of material.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, rolling machine setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -13.5% from 2014 to 2024

Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic

Description

Set up, operate, or tend machines to saw, cut, shear, slit, punch, crimp, notch, bend, or straighten metal or plastic material.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, cutting, punching, and press machine setters, operators, and tenders, metal and plastic employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -20.6% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Flint, MI
  • Total Employment: 150
  • Average Hourly Rate: $14.29
  • Average Annual Salary: $29730

Source: Job descriptions, estimated salary and wages, and projected job growth are taken from the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS).