MAC

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

abtech.edu

This course introduces the manual programming, setup, and operation of CNC machining centers. Topics include programming formats, control functions, program editing, part production, and inspection. Upon completion, students should be able to manufacture simple parts using CNC machining centers.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

abtech.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course covers the basic principles of blueprint reading and sketching. Topics include multi-view drawings; interpretation of conventional lines; and dimensions, notes, and thread notations. Upon completion, students should be able to interpret basic drawings, visualize parts, and make pictorial sketches.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

abtech.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course introduces more complex industrial blueprints. Emphasis is placed on auxiliary views, section views, violations of true project, special views, applications of GD & T, and interpretation of complex parts. Upon completion, students should be able to read and interpret complex industrial blueprints.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

abtech.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course provides an introduction to a variety of material- working processes that are common to the machining industry. Topics include safety, process-specific machining equipment, measurement devices, set-up and layout instruments, and common shop practices. Upon completion, students should be able to safely demonstrate basic machining operations, accurately measure components, and effectively use layout instruments. 42 Machining Applications II 2 6 4 quisites: MAC-111 or MAC-141 uisites: None This course provides instruction in the wide variety of processes associated with machining. Topics include safety, equipment set-up, holding fixtures, tooling, cutting speeds and depths, metal properties, and proper finishes. Upon completion, students should be able to safely demonstrate advanced machining operations, accurately measure components, and produce accurate components with a proper finish.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

abtech.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course provides an introduction to a variety of material- working processes, in a laboratory setting, that are common to the machining industry. Topics include safety, process-specific machining equipment, measurement devices, set-up and layout instruments, and common shop practices. Upon completion, students should be able to safely demonstrate basic machining operations, accurately measure components, and effectively use layout instruments.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2025-2026

Source

abtech.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

abtech.edu

This course introduces methods in the setup and operation of coordinate measuring machines. Emphasis is placed on the programming of coordinate measuring machines and the measurement of complex parts. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate skills in programming, operation, and setup of coordinate measuring machines.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

abtech.edu

Prerequisite

None

Corequisite

None

This course introduces precision measuring instruments, process control and adjustment, inspection, material handling and workplace safety. Topics include properly identifying and handling various measurement instruments and materials, process control, adjustment and improvement, personal protective equipment (PPE) and OSHA safety regulations. Upon completion, students should be able to safely demonstrate effective measurement techniques, identify and handle various materials, and explain safe industry practices. The numbers following course titles indicate class, lab, clinic/ abtech.edu 2 2 MAC-226 CNC EDM Machining 1 3 2 This course introduces the programming, setup, and operation of CNC electrical discharge machines. Topics include programming formats, control functions, program editing, production of parts, and inspection. Upon completion, students should be able to manufacture simple parts using CNC electrical discharge machines. 6 4 MAC 228 Advanced CNC Processes 2 3 3 This course covers advanced programming, setup, and operation of CNC turning centers and CNC milling centers. Topics include advanced programming formats, control functions, program editing, and part production and inspection. Upon completion, students should be able to manufacture complex parts using CNC turning and milling centers.

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

abtech.edu

Prerequisite

None BPR-111, MAC-121 None

Corequisite

None

1 3 2 Mathematics This course introduces the programming, setup, and Prerequisites: Placement operation of CNC electrical discharge machines. Topics Corequisites: None include programming formats, control functions, program This course provides an opportunity to customize foundational editing, production of parts, and inspection. Upon completion, math content and statistical concepts specific to real-world students should be able to manufacture simple parts using applications. Topics include decimals, percentages, ratios, CNC electrical discharge machines. proportions, solving basic equations, geometrical concepts, dimensional analysis, financial applications and elements of

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

abtech.edu

Prerequisite

MAC-131 and MEC-110

Corequisite

None MAT 025 Concepts of Essential Math/Sta 3 0 3

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

abtech.edu

17 MAC-234A Adv Four/Five-Axis Machining Lab 1 Total Credit Hours Required 17 , MAC, Construction Management Technology

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

3

Credits (max)

3

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

abtech.edu

Total Credit Hours Required 17

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

1

Credits (max)

1

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

abtech.edu

Total Credit Hours Required 16 Robotics & Multi-Axis Machining Certificate (C50210C1) Courses requiring a grade of “C” or better: ATR and

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

4

Credits (max)

4

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

abtech.edu

Total Credit Hours Required 39 Advanced Machine Operator Certificate (C50210L6) The Advance Machining Operator Certificate program

Subject

MAC

Credits (min)

2

Credits (max)

2

Type

course

Edition

2026-2027

Source

abtech.edu