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Offered for 9th, 10th, 11th, and 12th graders, Precision Machining Technology is designed to prepare students interested in pursuing a career path and/or post-secondary training opportunities in various metalworking occupations. Students in this program will learn the safe use of hand tools and the set-up and operation of conventional machine tools such as lathes, milling machines, drill presses, and surface grinders. The emphasis of the training focuses on the set-up, operation, and programming of Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC) machine tools. CAD/CAM programming software instruction and training is a key component of CNC instruction. Additionally, the interpretation of engineering drawings, semi-precision and precision measurement, heat treatment, statistical process control, material characteristics, and metallurgy are components of the curriculum.

Western Montgomery Career and Technology Center, in accordance with Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, will not discriminate in educational programs which it operates, or in admission or enrollment procedures on the basis of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, or handicap and provides equal access to the boyscouts and other designated youth groups. The Western Montgomery Career and Technology Center is an equal opportunity employer and educational institution. We assure that procedures and practices are followed to provide equal access to all programs. Any questions concerning the application of Title IX, compliance or complaints may be referred to the Donna Wilson, Compliance Officer, at 77 Graterford Road, Limerick, PA 19468 610-489-7272, ext. 203