Tool and Die Technician Degree

The technical nature of a Tool and Die Technician is best described as an arena of study in the focused on creating, maintaining, and repairing tools used in the manufacturing process. A Tool and Die Technician is also known as a Toolmaker, Die Maker, Tool Fitter, or Mold Maker and will utilize a variety of jigs, dies, molds, fixtures, cutting tools, machine tools, and gauges used in the manufacturing process. Get more details below including other Alabama colleges that offer tool and die technician degrees.

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J F Drake State Technical College (Drake State)

3625 Helton Dr, Florence, AL

J F Drake State Technical College offers affordable two year programs. These programs lead to an associate of technology degree or a certificate program allowing for immediate entry into the workforce. Drake State aims to insure that its students are competitive in the job market by arming them with the skills they need to succeed. The thing that impresses most people is that tuition is affordable. You don’t have to pay a lot to get a great education at Drake State. In-state tuition is $111 per credit. The college is located in Huntsville, Alabama and over 1,200 students are enrolled.

The school was founded in 1961 as the Huntsville State Vocational Technical College. Drake was built on 32 acres of land and started out with only 27 students. The name of the school was changed to J. F. Drake State Technical Trade School in 1966 to honor of the late Joseph Fanning Drake, president of Alabama A&M University for more than 35 years.

Drake State Technical College is home to programs in Automotive Service Technology, Barbering Technology, Business Administration, Computer Information Systems Technology, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Electrical Engineering Technology, Electrical Technology, Engineering Graphics, Heating and Air Conditioning Technology, Industrial Systems Technology, Machine Tool Technology, Medical Assisting Technology, Salon Management, and Welding.

Many outstanding services are available to students at J F Drake State Technical College. The college provides counseling and assessment that helps students discover their interest. Student services also offers financial assistance that maximize the student’s ability to go to school. Tutoring services and career services are also available which help students to succeed.

Students Enrolled in the Tool and Die Technician Program

Get more details below regarding enrollment, academics, and school demographics. Drake State has offered the following programs for students:

• Less Than One Year Certificate
• Associate's Degree

Students by Academic Level (2019)

Source: IPEDS Survey 2012-2020: Data obtained from the US Dept. of Education's Integrated Postsecondary Education Data System (IPEDS). Data may vary depending on school and academic year.

Career Options for Graduates

Tool and Die Makers

Description

Analyze specifications, lay out metal stock, set up and operate machine tools, and fit and assemble parts to make and repair dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools.

Career Outlook & Projections ()

According to the BLS, tool and die makers employment is expected to shrink at a rate of -13.0% from 2014 to 2024

Salary & Wages

• Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL
  • Total Employment: 40
  • Average Hourly Rate: $19.30
  • Average Annual Salary: $40150

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