Tooling
Associate in Science Degree Manufacturing Technology · Orange Coast College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Earning the Tooling certificate upgrades the skills of the machinist to the point required for profitable employment as an entry-level tool maker, a die maker, or a mold maker. As well as other subjects that must be learned by the beginning tool maker, the Tooling certificate program includes courses in metallurgy, tool and cutter grinding, and welding tooling.
Complete the Tooling Certificate of Achievement and the Associate in Science graduation requirements as outlined in the Graduation Requirements section of the catalog.
Program Outcome
Program Learning Outcomes
- Manufacture precision tooling for Dies, Molds, and Prototype tooling.
Requirements
Review Graduation Requirements and General Education.
| Course | Title | Units |
|---|---|---|
| Required Courses | ||
| 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 A125 | CNC Machine Operation 1 | 3 |
| MACH A130 | Introduction to CNC and Manual Programming | 3 |
| MACH A175 | Dimensioning and Tolerancing | 3 |
| MACH A190 | Elementary Metallurgy | 2 |
| MACH A200 | Tooling | 2.5 |
| WELD A101 | Arc & Oxy-acetylene Welding | 4 |
| Total Major Units | 38.5 | |
| General Education Breadth for OCC AS Degree: | 18 - 21 | |
| Electives as needed to satisfy 60-Unit Degree Requirements | 3.5 - 1.5 | |
| Total Units | 60 | |
- Some program major units may also meet GE requirements.
- Cal-GETC pattern (up to 34 units) may be substituted.
Program Sequence
Program Sequence
These sequences at Orange Coast College are general course curriculum maps for students to finish all major and general education requirements for two-year completion of degrees, and/or fulfillment of transfer requirements. The course sequence may include course prerequisites and other placement requirements. Students are advised to meet with an Orange Coast College Counselor to review course selections and sequences to ensure that completion of this program will meet a student's transfer and career goals.
Some courses in this program may be offered once per academic year.
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 |
| OCC AS GE AREA 1A - CHOOSE ONE |
| OCC AS GE AREA 3 - CHOOSE ONE |
| Summer |
|---|
| MACH A200 |
Year 2
| Semester 1 |
|---|
| MACH A115 |
| MACH A125 |
| MACH A190 |
| OCC AS GE AREA 6 - CHOOSE ONE |
| OCC AS GE AREA 2 - CHOOSE ONE |
| Semester 2 |
|---|
| MACH A175 |
| WELD A101 |
| OCC AS GE AREA 1B - CHOOSE ONE |
| OCC AS GE AREA 5 - CHOOSE ONE |
| OCC AS GE AREA 4 - CHOOSE ONE |
| ELECTIVE (DEGREE APPLICABLE) 1 |
- VARIES TO REACH MINIMUM 60 DEGREE APPLICABLE UNITS