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 Iowa colleges that offer machinist degrees.

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Northeast Iowa Community College – Calmar (NICC)

101 Seventh St SW, Orange City, IA

Northeast Iowa Community College was founded in Calmar, Iowa in 1966.  Originally known as Northeast Iowa Technical Institute, the school became a community college in 1988. When the college first opened it served 170 students, currently the school services of 5000. NICC Calmar operates several campuses and learning centers which can be found in Dubuque, Cresco, Manchester Regional Education Partnership, Oelwein, Town Clock Center and Waukon. Additionally, NICC Calmar has made agreements with many 4 year institutions ensure that students' credits will transfer.

Academics

NICC offers associate degrees, diplomas and certificates for students pursuing career or transfer to a four year institution. The school has many vocational programs as well as offering GED services and distance learning opportunities. NICC offers a quality education for a reasonable price to meet the needs of the community.

Programs offered include:

• Business Administration
• Carpentry
• Cosmetology
• Early Childhood Education
• Massage Therapy
• Radiologic Technology

Admissions and Financial Aid

Students interested in enrolling at NICC Calmar should complete the online application and visit the school on one of its “Welcome Wednesday Visit Days” or schedule an appointment for a visit at one of the desired campuses. Students will also need to supply the school with high school and/or college transcripts, placement test scores and ACT/SAT test scores (If Applicable). Students interested in receiving financial aid should contact the financial aid office and request more information.

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

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