Machinist
Certificate of Achievement Manufacturing Technology · Orange Coast College · 2026-2027 Catalog
The Machinist certificate program trains students for positions as entry-level operators, which often are the first manufacturing jobs for industrial employees. This certificate program provides the skill and knowledge necessary for job candidates to become successful wage earners. This program also comprises the core courses for the more advanced certificates.
Program Outcome
Program Learning Outcomes
- Machine precision manufactured parts using conventional lathes and milling machines and perform necessary measurements.
Requirements
Review Certificate Requirements.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| MACH A100 | Introduction to Machine Shop | 3 |
| MACH A105 | Lathe | 5 |
| MACH A110 | Milling Machine | 5 |
| MACH A115 | Production Machining Techniques | 2 |
| MACH A120 | Measurement and Blueprint Reading | 3 |
| MACH A121 | Computations for Machinists | 3 |
| MACH A130 | Introduction to CNC and Manual Programming | 3 |
| Total Units | 24 | |
Program Sequence
Program Sequence
These sequences at Orange Coast College are curriculum maps for students to finish all requirements for the certificate. There may be advisories, prerequisites, or time requirements that students need to consider before following these maps. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor for alternate sequencing.
Year 1
| Semester 1 | Units |
|---|---|
| MACH A100 | Introduction to Machine Shop |
| MACH A105 | Lathe |
| MACH A120 | Measurement and Blueprint Reading |
| MACH A121 | Computations for Machinists |
| Units |
| Semester 2 |
|---|
| MACH A110 |
| MACH A130 |
Year 2
| Semester 1 |
|---|
| MACH A115 |
- MACH A115 has MACH A110 as one of the prerequisites. Student can enroll in class with instructor approval due to their industry experience, if so they can be taken at the same time.