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17 courses with the subject MSP, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.

MSP 101BASIC MACHINING TECHNOLOGY5

This course introduces machining operations as they relate to the metalworking industry. Topics include machine shop safety, measuring tools, lathes, drilling machines, saws, milling machines, bench grinders, and layout instruments. Upon completion, students should be able to safely perform the basic operations of measuring, layout, drilling, sawing, turning, and milling. Lab Hours: 8 Theory Hours: 1

Subject
MSP
Credits (min)
5
Credits (max)
5
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
MSP 102INTERMEDIATE MACHINING
Subject
MSP
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
MSP 104BASIC MACHINING CALCULATIONS2

This course introduces basic calculations as they relate to machining occupations. Emphasis is placed on basic calculations and their applications in the machine shop. Upon completion, students should be able to perform basic shop calculations. Lab Hours: 2 Theory Hours: 1

Subject
MSP
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
Prerequisite
Permission of instructor.
MSP 105LATHES3

This course covers the operation and safety practices for engine lathes. Topics include turning, grinding, boring, chamfering, necking, grooving, and threading. Upon completion, students should be able to safely operate an engine lathe using appropriate attachments. Lab Hours: 4 Theory Hours: 1

Subject
MSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
Prerequisite
Permission of instructor. 167
MSP 107MILLING MACHINES3

This course covers manual milling operations. Emphasis is placed on related safety, types of milling machines and their uses, cutting speed, feed calculations, and set-up and operation procedures. Upon completion, students should be able to apply manual vertical milling techniques to produce machine tool projects. Lab Hours: 4 Theory Hours: 1

Subject
MSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
Prerequisite
MSP 101 or permission of instructor.
MSP 110HANDBOOK FUNCTIONS3

This course covers the use of the machining handbook. Topics include formulas, tables and usage. Upon course completion, students will be able to use the machinery handbook in making calculations and setups of machine tools. Lab Hours: 0 Theory Hours: 3

Subject
MSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
MSP 111INTRODUCTION TO COMPUTER2
Subject
MSP
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
MSP 112BASIC COMPUTER NUMERICAL3
Subject
MSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
MSP 113BASIC COMPUTER NUMERICAL3
Subject
MSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
MSP 121BASIC BLUEPRINT READING FOR2
Subject
MSP
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
MSP 125INTRODUCTION TO MACHINING3
Subject
MSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
MSP 127CAM6

This course serves as an overview and introduction to computer assisted manufacturing (CAM) and prepares students for more advanced CAM courses. Topics covered are basic concepts and terminology, CAM software environments, navigation commands and file management, 2-D geometry, construction modification, and toolpath generation for CAM machining process. Lab Hours: 8 Theory Hours: 2

Subject
MSP
Credits (min)
6
Credits (max)
6
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
MSP 142Advanced Machining Calculations3

168

Subject
MSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
MSP 157TOOLMAKERS TECHNOLOGY3

This course covers the use of precision measuring instruments and interpreting engineering drawings. Emphasis is placed on the inspection of machine parts using a wide variety of measuring instruments and interpreting engineering drawings using modern conventions, symbols, datum, datum targets, projected tolerance zones, and industry specifications and standards. Upon completion, students should be able to demonstrate correct use of measuring instruments and display print reading skills in line with NIMS certification standards. Lab Hours: 4 Theory Hours: 1

Subject
MSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
Prerequisite
Permission of Instructor.
MSP 171INTERMEDIATE BLUEPRINT READING2

g This course will build on Basic Blueprint Reading for Machinists. Topics include auxiliary and sectional views, tolerancing methods, symbols, and arrangement of views. Lab Hours: 2 Theory Hours: 1

Subject
MSP
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
Prerequisite
Permission of instructor or MSP 121.
MSP 212COMPUTER NUMERICAL CONTROL LAB3

This course introduces the programming, set-up and operation of CNC turning centers and CNC machining center. Topics include programming formats, control functions, program editing, parts production, and inspection. Upon completion students should be able to manufacture simple parts using CNC turning centers and CNC machining center. Lab Hours: 8 Theory Hours: 0

Subject
MSP
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
Credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu
Prerequisite
MSP 101, MSP 104. Co-Requisites: MSP 111.
MSP 293CO-OP IN MACHINE SHOP
Subject
MSP
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Source
catalog.suscc.edu

Source: Beaufort County Community College's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61