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14 courses with the subject MAC, 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.

MAC 101Machine Shop I8

Introduces the machinist to identification, care, and use of precision tools and instruments. Emphasizes the operation of the drill press, lathe, power saw, grinder, and milling machine. Covers the sharpening of lathe curing tools, safety and good housekeeping. Provides for operation and setup on the various types of precision grinders, milling machines, and drill presses. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $25.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $12.50 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only. Lecture: 5 hours Lab: 9 hours Studio Instruction: 14 hours per week.

Subject
MAC
Credits (min)
8
Credits (max)
8
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 College Catalog
Source
catalog.vpcc.edu
MAC 121Numerical Control I2

Focuses on numerical control techniques in metal forming and machine processes. Includes theory and practice in lathe and milling machine computer numerical control program writing, setup and operation. Part I of II. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $25.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $12.50 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only.

Subject
MAC
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 College Catalog
Source
catalog.vpcc.edu
Prerequisite
MAC 101 . Lecture: 1 hour Lab: 2 hours Total: 3 hours per week.
MAC 122Numerical Control II2

Focuses on numerical control techniques in metal forming and machine processes. Includes theory and practice in lathe and milling machine computer numerical control program writing, setup and operation. Part II of II. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $25.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $12.50 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only.

Subject
MAC
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 College Catalog
Source
catalog.vpcc.edu
Prerequisite
MAC 121 and MAC 127 . Lecture: 1 hour Lab: 2 hours Total: 3 hours per week.
MAC 127Advanced CNC Programming3

Provides in-depth study of programming computerized numerical control machines. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $25.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $12.50 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only.

Subject
MAC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 College Catalog
Source
catalog.vpcc.edu
Prerequisite
MAC 121 . Lecture: 3 hours per week.
MAC 134CMM Operations and Programming2

Focuses on inspection using a Coordinate Measuring Machine. Includes hands-on demonstration of CMM setup, initialization and operation. Covers the essential aspects of the software and CMM operation, using a sample part for hands-on practice. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $25.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $12.50 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only.

Subject
MAC
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 College Catalog
Source
catalog.vpcc.edu
Prerequisite
MAC 221 . Lecture: 1 hour Lab: 2 hours Total: 3 hours per week.
MAC 161Machine Shop Practices I3

Introduces safety procedures, bench work, hand tools, precision measuring instruments, drill presses, cut-off saws, engine lathes, manual surface grinders, and milling machines. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $25.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $12.50 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only. Lecture: 2 hours Lab: 3 hours Total: 5 hours per week

Subject
MAC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 College Catalog
Source
catalog.vpcc.edu
MAC 162Machine Shop Practice II3

Introduces safety procedures, bench work, hand tools, precision measuring instruments, drill presses, cut-off saws, engine lathes, manual surface grinders, and milling machines. Part II of II. Additional course fee applies. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $25.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $12.50 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only.

Subject
MAC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 College Catalog
Source
catalog.vpcc.edu
Prerequisite
MAC 161 Lecture: 2 hours Lab: 3 hours Total: 5 hours per week
MAC 195Topics in Machine Technology1-5

Provides an opportunity to explore topical areas of interest to or needed by students. Lecture: Variable hours per week

Subject
MAC
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
5
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 College Catalog
Source
catalog.vpcc.edu
MAC 198Seminar and Project1-5

Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student’s occupational objectives and a study of approaches to the selection and pursuit of career opportunities in the field. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours.

Subject
MAC
Credits (min)
1
Credits (max)
5
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated for credit.
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 College Catalog
Source
catalog.vpcc.edu
MAC 209Standards, Measurements and Calculations2

Presents typical mathematical and mechanical problems requiring the use of reference standards such as the Machiner’s Handbook for solution. Presents use of the Coordinate Measuring Machine for solution. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $25.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $12.50 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only.

Subject
MAC
Credits (min)
2
Credits (max)
2
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 College Catalog
Source
catalog.vpcc.edu
Prerequisite
MAC 221 . Lecture: 2 hours per week.
MAC 221Advanced Machine Tool Operations I7

Focuses on advanced lathe and mill work with concentration on fits, finishes, inspection, quality control, and basic heat treating. Includes design and construction of specific projects to determine the student’s operational knowledge of all equipment. Part I of II. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $25.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $12.50 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only.

Subject
MAC
Credits (min)
7
Credits (max)
7
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 College Catalog
Source
catalog.vpcc.edu
Prerequisite
MAC 121 . Lecture: 4 hours Lab: 9 hours Total: 13 hours per week.
MAC 222Advanced Machine Tool Operations II7

Focuses on advanced lathe and mill work with concentration on fits, finishes, inspection, quality control, and basic heat treating. Includes design and construction of specific projects to determine the student’s operational knowledge of all equipment. Part II of II. An additional career and technical education course specific fee of $25.00 per credit hour applies to this course. The price is discounted 50% to $12.50 per credit hour for the 2026-27 academic year only. Lecture: 4 hours Lab: 9 hours Total: 13 hours per week.

Subject
MAC
Credits (min)
7
Credits (max)
7
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 College Catalog
Source
catalog.vpcc.edu
MAC 250Advanced Computer Aided Manufacturing3

Focuses on advanced computer aided manufacturing with emphasis on CAD-CAM interfacing, advanced 3-D, and advanced turning. Introduces quality control inspection suing coordinate measuring systems, statistical process controls and digitizers. Teaches basic and advanced fabrication programming and flexible manufacturing systems. Additional course fee applies.

Subject
MAC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 College Catalog
Source
catalog.vpcc.edu
Prerequisite
CAD 235 . Lecture: 1 hour Lab: 4 hours Total: 5 hours per week
MAC 298Seminar and Project3

Requires completion of a project or research report related to the student’s occupational objectives and a study of approaches to the selection and pursuit of career opportunities in the field. May be repeated for credit. Variable hours. Lecture: 2 hours Lab: 3 hours Total: 5 hours per week

Subject
MAC
Credits (min)
3
Credits (max)
3
Credit unit
credits
Type
course
Repeatable
May be repeated for credit.
Edition
2026-2027
Catalog
2026-2027 College Catalog
Source
catalog.vpcc.edu

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