Computer-Aided Manufacturing, AAS

Program Code: AAS.COMPAIDEMFG

This program combines training in computer-aided drafting (CAD) and computer-aided manufacturing (CAM). Course work emphasizes machine tool fundamentals, computer numerical control (CNC) and computer-aided manufacturing.

Oregon Tech Transfer Courses

The Industrial Technology Department, in cooperation with Oregon Tech, offers a number of transferable classes into Oregon Tech’s Manufacturing Engineering Technology degree program. Students planning to continue their studies at a four-year college should consult an advisor to obtain the most recent transfer information.

For information contact the Industrial Technology Department, 503-594-3318.

Related Instruction Outcomes

Computation

• 1 course - MTH-050 Technical Mathematics I or MTH-065 Algebra II or higher
• Use appropriate mathematics to solve problems

Communication

• 1 course - WR-101 Workplace Writing
• Read actively, think critically, and write purposefully and capably for professional audiences

Human Relations

• 3 credits - See Related Instruction for course list
• Engage in ethical communication processes that accomplish goals

Physical Education/Health/Safety/First Aid

• 3 credits - MFG-107 Industrial Safety & First Aid
• Use effective life skills to improve and maintain mental and physical wellbeing

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this program, students should be able to:

• set-up and operate manual machine tools to produce machined products to required specifications by applying appropriate skills, processes, and technologies;
• set-up and operate CNC machine tools to produce machined products to required specifications by applying appropriate skills, processes, and technologies.
• apply computer software applications to produce manufacturing related documents, create CAD models, and generate CAM programs for machining processes;
• apply knowledge of programming electronic systems to improve industrial efficiency;
• apply knowledge of materials, physics and mathematics to effectively machine industrial materials;
• apply critical thinking skills to solve common machining and manufacturing problems;
• work safely in an industrial environment around machinery, power tools, electricity and chemicals.

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Substitute college transfer courses for these courses if you plan to continue your education at a higher education institution. It is recommended that you consult with a faculty advisor or a staff member in Student Services for the transfer requirements of the specific advanced program or school.

Students with specialized job training needs may be eligible to substitute some classes. Consult your instructor or the department chair for more information.

Electives

Any CDT, EET, GIS, MET, MFG, MTT, SM, or WLD course not included in the program, or other technical course with approval.

Career opportunities include:

• CNC programmer and operator
• CAD technician
• manufacturing engineering technician
• CAD/CAM technician