Applied Mechanical Engineering

1. Explore

Love building and creating? Learn to operate CNC machines, lathes, and mills to produce precision parts while gaining hands-on engineering and manufacturing experience.

(6 Credits)

Gain in-demand mechanical skills as you design and produce precision parts using CNC milling, lathes, mills, and advanced industrial tools. This NIMS®-certified program prepares you for careers as machinists and engineering technicians and also gives students heading to a mechanical engineering a rubber meets the road perspective. Earn industry credentials and build experience creating manufacturable components from blueprint to final product.

Major Topics

CNC equipment operation and programming
Milling machine operations
Lathe operations and machining processes
Grinding operations and surface finishing
Drill press and drilling operations
Sawing and material cutting operations
Heat treatment processes and material properties
Blueprint reading and interpretation
Precision measuring tools and inspection techniques
Bench work, fabrication, and technical math applications

Past Student: "The best part of Applied Mechanical Engineering is being able to design something on the computer and then use CNC equipment to actually make it. It makes engineering feel real.”

Instructor

Anthony Seymour

Titles: Applied Mechanical Engineering Teacher

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Work: 410-751-3669

2. Is this your future?

a. Are You Ready?

Students who enjoy this program are able to.....

MUST pass the NIMS Measurement, Materials, and Safety certification test to continue in the program

Students in this program will need to be able to:

Academic & Technical Skills

Apply College-Level Academic Skills – Use reading, writing, math, and computer skills in technical tasks.
Follow Safety Guidelines – Operate equipment safely without reminders in potentially hazardous situations.
Operate Industrial Equipment – Run machines precisely and safely.
Demonstrate Manual Dexterity & Hand-Eye Coordination – Handle tools and equipment accurately.
Produce Parts to Precise Tolerances – Maintain high accuracy and attention to detail.
Problem-Solve Effectively – Analyze situations and develop practical solutions.
Manage Multiple Tasks Simultaneously – Balance production, assembly, and maintenance tasks.
Apply Mechanical Aptitude – Understand machinery and production processes.

Professional & Interpersonal Skills

Work Independently – Complete projects with minimal supervision.
Collaborate in Teams – Contribute responsibly and professionally to group projects.
Demonstrate Physical Stamina – Stand for long periods and lift or move equipment as needed.
Stay Detail-Oriented – Maintain focus and precision in all tasks.
Adapt to Working Conditions – Perform effectively in loud or warm environments.
Communicate Clearly & Professionally – Share technical information with peers and instructors.
Thrive in Real-World Mechanical Environments – Apply skills safely and efficiently in production settings.

b. Do you see yourself in this career (videos)

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d. Where this program can take you

CCCTC is just the beginning of your journey

ENTRY LEVEL- With CCCTC start a career right after high school

Machinist Assistants
Manufacturing Technician
General Engineering Technicians

TECHNICAL LEVEL- CCCTC and a 2 year associates degree or trade school degree

Civil Engineering Technicians
Electro-Mechanical Technicians
Electro-Mechanical Technicians
Industrial Engineering Technicians
Machinists
Mechanical Engineering Technicians
Medical Appliance Technicians
Numerical Tool and Process Control Programmers Labor Relations Manager
Power Generating and Reactor, Plant Operator
Precision Inspector, Tester and Grader
Process Improvement Technician
Purchasing Agents: Wholesale, Retail, and Farm Products
Small Business Owner

PROFESSIONAL LEVEL- CCCTC and a four year degree that you will be well prepared to complete

Civil Engineer
Design Engineer
Electronics Engineer
Industrial Engineer
Manufacturing Engineer
Mechanical Engineer
Systems Engineer

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3. How CCCTC Gets You There

a. How this program prepares me

EARN VALUABLE CERTIFICATIONS

OUR program is NIMS© certified- The Applied Mechanical Engineering program provides the opportunity to earn national certifications in areas such as Measurement, Materials and Safety and Job Planning, Bentchwork and Layout through NIMS©. If you want to be set apart from other students in this field, industry certifications give you that edge.

CAREER ADVANTAGE:

Start your career NOW- Work with industry grade technology that our local business partners use every day and become certified by NIMS©. This certification shows employers you are trained in a NIMS© facility and have the skills industry is looking for in a machinist/mechanical engineer technician. These skills allow the best students to come back as CCCTC interns or find an internship at a local businesses.

EARN COLLEGE CREDIT

Applied Mechanical Engineering partners with these schools- Students can earn college credits in this program through our agreements with these colleges:

Penn College of Technology – TBD (Many of our students attending this school earn 2 classes worth $5000 while attending CCCTC)
The Community Colleges of Baltimore County – 17 credits

Contact the college or trade school you plan to attend and find out if you can earn credits or advanced standing at their institution!

COLLEGE ADVANTAGE:

Get a jump start on college- Use "Tooling U", an online, college level software instruction package to earn college credit while having the training, skills, and experience that most high school graduates do not get until they are well into their college major. This program puts you in touch with state of the Computer Assisted Drawing/3-D imaging software linked to ($80K) Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC's) machines. Along with a complete machine shop that some students not even experience in college, allows students in this program will feel right at home in any college lab or work place setting.

b. Connection I will make

NIMS© The National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS), a nationwide, industry level organization, assures parents and students that the skills we teach are relevant and important in today's job market. NIMS is the industry leader in this field. This program's certifications must be renewed every three years, through an extensive onsite evaluation of the program.

The Pennsylavania College of Technology (Penn Tech) and The Community Colleges of Baltimore County- both have an agreement with CCCTC based on the college's requirements for curriculum, faculties, and instructor that is reviewed and renewed periodically to guarantee that students are getting the equivalent instruction at CCCTC that would be expected in class at that institution. Credits are awarded based on that agreement.

PROFESSIONAL ADVISORY COUNSEL By Federal and state regulations each program has a group of local business and educational institutions that periodically meets to discuss the programs curriculum and resources to make sure current trends in technology and skills are being taught so that students are prepared for the ever changing career requirements for that industry.

c. Equipment

Equipment & Technology Used

Computer-aided design (CAD) software
CNC machining centers
CNC programming software and equipment
CNC lathes
CNC milling machines
Manual lathes and milling machines
Surface grinders
Drill presses
Band saws and cutting equipment
Precision measuring tools (calipers, micrometers, gauges)
Heat treatment equipment
Blueprint reading and technical drawing resources

d. Brief Description

Applied Mechanical Engineering is an excellent program for aspiring Mechanical Engineers to see how metal parts are made with precise tolerances. It allows them an opportunity to see where engineering theory meets the reality of production. This program can also prepare students for beginning a career as a machinist, a production operator, a quality control technician, or a manufacturing engineering technician in the computer-enhanced manufacturing environment. The program focuses on hands-on experiences using industrial tools such as lathes and mills. It also teaches students how to run highly advanced computer numerically controlled (CNC) equipment along with 3D imaging software (CAD CAM) to make precision parts. This program is the ONLY program in the state that has earned national certification through the National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS). (www.nims-skills.org )