Machine Technology
27 courses · Orange Coast College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026 · Spring 2027
MACH A100 Introduction to Machine Shop
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
A basic course in machine shop practices.
MACH A105 Lathe
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 108 lab hours
- Advisory
- MACH A100, MACH A120 and MACH A121.
- Transfers to
- CSU
A basic course in engine lathe operation to include ID and OD threading, knurling, boring, turning, facing, and cutting tapers. This course also includes exposure to the chucker lathe, tracer lathe, and the turret lathe. Safety and measurement are also emphasized.
MACH A110 Milling Machine
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 108 lab hours
- Advisory
- MACH A100 and MACH A120.
- Transfers to
- CSU
A basic course in milling machine operations to include both vertical and horizontal milling usage, theory, and usage of tools and accessories. Safety is also emphasized.
MACH A115 Production Machining Techniques
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- MACH A100 and MACH A105 and MACH A110 or instructor permission.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course emphasizes production machining. Set up and running of more than one part on a variety of machines including but not limited to engine lathe, chucker lathe, ID and OD grinder, vertical mill and horizontal mill.
MACH A120 Measurement and Blueprint Reading
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
A study of blueprint reading and measuring systems used in manufacturing, including an in-depth study of the basic and advanced measuring tools used by machinists. Common blueprint formats and dimension practices will be explored. Geometric dimensioning and tolerancing will be discussed.
MACH A121 Computations for Machinists
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
A course in applied technical computations for students in machine technology and CNC studies. Topics include basic computations, shop formulas and equations, and applied trigonometry as used in the machining industries.
MACH A122 Machine Shop Insepection
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours; 27 lab hours
- Advisory
- MACH A120.
- Transfers to
- CSU
This course provides a basic understanding of the purpose and procedures for verifying the dimensional properties of manufactured parts. Students will train and practice, using appropriate inspection equipment.
MACH A125 CNC Machine Operation 1
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Advisory
- MACH A105 and MACH A110.
- Transfers to
- CSU
A basic course in the operation of computerized numerically controlled lathes and mills, including machine functions, tooling setup, reading machine language, part setup, and machine manipulation. Includes production of parts on both lathes and mills.
MACH A126 CNC Machine Operation 2
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Advisory
- MACH A125 or instructor approval.
- Transfers to
- CSU
Students will learn advanced features of state-of-the-art CNC lathes and mills, make their own fixtures, write the necessary programs, and produce the parts on CNC machines.
MACH A130 Introduction to CNC and Manual Programming
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Advisory
- MACH A105 and MACH A110 or instructor permission.
- Transfers to
- CSU
A basic course in computerized numerical control of machine tools. Types of control systems, capabilities and the different machine languages are examined. Elementary parts programming in two-axis systems, including all steps necessary to complete a part on both CNC lathes and mills.
MACH A133 CNC Programming-Mastercam 1
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 45 lecture hours; 27 lab hours
- Advisory
- CHT A100, CIS A100, or MACH A130.
- Transfers to
- CSU
Students will receive hands-on training in the use of Mastercam CNC programming software. The basics of two-dimensional part programming, including geometry development, milling, drilling, tapping, pocketing, and more will be explored.
MACH A134 CNC Programming-Mastercam 2
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 45 lecture hours; 27 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- MACH A133.
- Transfers to
- CSU
Advanced CNC programming using Mastercam to program CNC machines. Instruction emphases complex cutter movement and surfacing.
MACH A141 Mastercam Lathe
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours; 27 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- MACH A133.
- Transfers to
- CSU
A course designed for students who have completed the basic Mastercam class, MACH A133, and wish to have concentrated instruction on CNC lathe programming on lathe only.
MACH A142 Mastercam Solids
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 27 lecture hours; 27 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- MACH A133.
- Transfers to
- CSU
An intermediate course in CNC programming using the solids feature of Mastercam. This course will introduce students to solid modeling creation using Mastercam. Boolean addition and subtraction, as well as filleting, chamfering, and the machining of solids models.
MACH A146 Machining with MasterCAM
- Units
- 1.5
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours; 27 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
An intermediate course in manufacturing with vertical machining centers using MasterCAM to develop programs for the purpose of creating metal parts. Basic 2-D toolpaths as well as advanced 3-D toolpath techniques will be discussed and created.
MACH A147 Introduction to 5 Axis Machining
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 18 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Advisory
- MACH A125, MACH A126, and MACH A130.
- Transfers to
- CSU
Students will learn basic features of state-of-the-art CNC 5 axis mills. Write necessary manual programs, and produce the parts on The CNC 5 axis machine, with the aid of 5 axis CNC simulation software.
MACH A148 Advanced Multi Axis Programming & Machining
- Units
- 5
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours; 108 lab hours
- Advisory
- MACH A125, MACH A126, and MACH A130.
- Transfers to
- CSU
In this course, students will learn how to program complex parts, create advanced setups and run the parts on 5-axis CNC Mills. AutoDesk Fusion 360 will be explored to create the G-code needed to run the parts on the machines.
MACH A152 Introduction to SolidWorks
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
The fundamentals of computer-aided design and drafting using SolidWorks software. Application of SolidWorks in creating manufacturing models will be covered.
MACH A158 Additive Manufacturing/3D Printing
- Units
- 0.5
- Hours
- 27 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
Additive Manufacturing deals with aspects of additive, subtractive, and joining processes to form three-dimensional parts with applications ranging from prototyping to production. Additive manufacturing processes directly from computer-aided-design (CAD) models. In this course, students will learn about a variety of AM and other manufacturing technologies, their advantages and disadvantages for producing both prototypes and functional production quality parts.
MACH A175 Dimensioning and Tolerancing
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Advisory
- MACH A120.
- Transfers to
- CSU
A course in reading and using Reference (SME Y-14.5-1994) standards for geometric dimensioning and tolerancing.
MACH A190 Elementary Metallurgy
- Units
- 2
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
An elementary course describing the relationship between microstructure, composition, heat, and mechanical treatment and physical properties of metal and alloys; their relationship to design and machining.
MACH A195 Manufacturing Processes
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
A study of engineering materials and manufacturing processes from the viewpoint of the machinist, draftsman, and designer. Course discusses the problems of material selection coupled with economical manufacturing methods.
MACH A199 Current Topics in Machine Technology
- Units
- 1-5
- Hours
- 18-72 lecture hours; 0-54 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
Current issues in the field of Manufacturing Technology, rotating through a variety of topics, such as inspection, quality control, lean manufacturing, rapid prototype, materials, and other topics related to manufacturing.
MACH A200 Tooling
- Units
- 2.5
- Hours
- 27 lecture hours; 54 lab hours
- Advisory
- MACH A100, MACH A105, MACH A110, and MACH A120.
- Transfers to
- CSU
A basic course in the making of jigs, fixtures, and molds.
MACH A030N Introduction to Computerized Numerical Control and Manual Programming Noncredit
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours
- Advisory
- MACH A105 and MACH A110 or instructor permission.
This noncredit course provides students with foundational knowledge and hands-on experience in Computerized Numerical Control (CNC) systems, an essential skill area for entry-level positions in advanced manufacturing and machining. Types of control systems, capabilities and the different machine languages are examined. Some machine shop background recommended. Elementary parts programming in two-axis systems, including all steps necessary to complete a part on both CNC lathes and mills.
MACH A033N Computerized Numerical Control Programming-Mastercam 1 Noncredit
- Hours
- 45 lecture hours; 27 lab hours
- Advisory
- CHT A100, CIS A100, or MACH A130, or MACH A030N, or instructor permission.
In this noncredit course, students will receive hands-on training in the use of Mastercam Computerized Numerical Control (CNC) programming software. The basics of two-dimensional part programming, including geometry development, milling, drilling, tapping, pocketing, and more will be explored.
MACH A034N Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Programming-Mastercam 2 Non-credit
- Hours
- 45 lecture hours; 27 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- MACH A033N or MACH A133.
This noncredit course provides advanced Computer Numerical Control (CNC) programming instruction using Mastercam to create programs for CNC machines. Instruction emphasizes complex cutter movement and surfacing.