Forge your career in machining and metalworking in this one semester program.


Madison College student using a drill press to make something
Basic Machining
Program Number: 304201
Your Degree:
Technical Diploma
Area of Study:
Construction, Manufacturing and Maintenance
Delivery Method:
100% In Person
Estimated Time to Complete:
15 Credits | Finish diploma in 1 semester
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Estimated Program Cost

$2,968.85
  • Program Overview

    As a Basic Machining student, you will:

    • Acquire skills in basic machining such as milling, manual lathe and drill presses.
    • Learn blueprint reading, measurement, quality control, precision and repair machining.
    • Gain knowledge and skills necessary to build and inspect machined parts.
    • Get hands-on training in a high-tech work environment.
    • Problem solve, team work, math, communication and computers.
    • Prepares students for employment in the machining and metalworking industries.
    • Build skills needed to become a skilled craftsman.

    Program Details

    Students in Madison College's Basic Machining program can attend full or part time.

    Basic Machining classes are offered at the Madison College Truax campus.

    Careers

    Basic Machining graduates are ready for a range of professional positions in the field of Basic Machining including:

    • Machine Operator
    • Repair/Precision Machinist
  • Curriculum and Experience

    Prospective program students, the information below reflects the basic requirements for students admitted for the 2024-2025 academic year. To learn more about Madison College, visit us.

    Current and newly admitted program students, go directly to your Degree Progress Report to view:

    • Progress toward your specific requirements
    • Alternative (in lieu of) courses to meet specific requirements

    If you have questions after reviewing your degree progress report (advisement report), please see Advising Services.

    Courses
    10-606-200
    2 credits
    32-420-322
    4 credits
    32-420-323
    5 credits
    32-420-351
    2 credits
    32-420-711
    2 credits
  • Admission

    To Apply

    Earning a degree is a great way to advance your career development opportunities, so apply today!

    International students who wish to apply for, maintain, or transfer their F-1 student visa status to Madison College are required to complete the International Admission Process.

    Application Dates

    Fall 2024

    • Application open
    • Application completion deadline is August 31, 2024

    Spring 2025

    • Application open
    • Application completion deadline is January 15, 2025

    Admission Requirements

    All materials must be submitted by the application deadline.

    1. Admission Application

    The online application allows you to save your work as you complete it and ensures fast, secure delivery to our office.

    2. Education Completion
    Official transcripts must be sent from the institutions you attended and indicate one of the following:

    • High school transcript (current high school seniors may submit an in-progress transcript)
    • GED/HSED transcript
    • College transcript(s) showing:
      • Completion of an associate degree or higher, or
      • At least 30 credits completed with a minimum GPA of 2.0 on a 4-point scale
        • The credits must be completed at a single college and cannot be combined with other transcripts
        • Any transfer credit listed on a transcript does not count toward the 30-credit minimum

    All high school and/or college transcripts are recommended to be submitted for Credit for Prior Learning evaluation.

    Additional Notes

    • Class capacity is limited and is available on a first come, first served basis.
    • Course prerequisites differ from admission requirements; admission into a program does not guarantee eligibility to enroll in courses or success in the program. Refer to program curriculum for details.

    After Acceptance

    Once you are admitted into your program, review the Start of Semester Checklist to prepare for your first day of classes at Madison College. 

    Questions?

    Contact the Enrollment Center at EnrollmentServices@madisoncollege.edu or 608.246.6210.

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    Get Started!

    Apply to Madison College and take the first step towards your Basic Machining career.

    It's Free to Apply

  • Career Outcomes

    After completing the Basic Machining program at Madison Area Technical College, you will be able to:

    • Apply basic safety practices in the machine shop
    • Interpret industrial/engineering drawings
    • Apply precision measuring methods to part inspection
    • Perform basic machine tool equipment set-up and operation
    • Graduate Summary

      Graduate Report Summary Overview

      2023
      Number of Program Graduates9
      Number of Surveys Sent8
      Number of Surveys Returned8
      Percent of Surveys Returned
      Available for Employment1
      Percent Available for Employment12.5%
      Not in Labor Market
      Percent Not in Labor Market87.5%
      Available for Employment

      2023
      Graduates Employed1
      Percent of Graduates Employed100.0%
      Employed in Related Occupation0
      Percent Employed in Related Occupation0.0%
      Employed in Unrelated Occupation1
      Percent Employed in Unrelated Occupation100.0%
      Employed - No Response0
      Percent Employed - No Response0.0%
      Seeking Employment0
      Percent Seeking Employment0.0%
      Reaction To Training at Madison College

      2023
      Student satisfaction Mean (Out of 4)3.4
      Number of Satisfaction Responses5
      Very Satisfied (4)2
      Percent Very Satisfied40.0%
      Satisfied (3)3
      Percent Satisfied60.0%
      Unsatisfied (2)0
      Percent Unsatisfied0.0%
      Very Unsatisfed (1)0
      Percent Very Unsatisfied0.0%
      Primary Reason for Attending Madison College

      2023
      Number of Primary Reason Responses8
      Preparation for Getting a Job
      Percent Preparation for Getting a Job
      Career Change
      Percent Career Change
      Improvement of Existing Skills
      Percent Improvement of Existing Skills
      Preparation for Further Education
      Percent Preparation for Further Education
      Personal Interest
      Percent Personal Interest
      Other
      Percent Other0.0%
      When Employment was Obtained

      2023
      Number of When Employment Obtained Responses1
      Before Enrollment1
      Percent Before Enrollment100.0%
      While Attending the College0
      Percent While Attending the College0.0%
      After Training at the College0
      Percent After Training at the College0.0%
      Location of Employment (related and unrelated)

      2023
      Number of Employment Location Responses1
      In College District1
      Percent In College District100.0%
      In Wisconsin, Not in District0
      Percent of In Wisconsin0.0%
      Outside of Wisconsin0
      Percent Outside Wisconsin0.0%
      Employer Location Unknown0
      Percent Location Unknown0.0%
      Salary Trend
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      Full Time Employment (Related Job)Full Time Salary Count
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      Part Time Employment (Related Job)Part Time Salary Count
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Contact the School of Technologies and Trades

Madison Truax Campus
Main Building, A2105

1701 Wright Street
Madison, Wisconsin 53704

tandt@madisoncollege.edu
608.246.6800

Hours

Tuesday and Wednesday: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Monday, Thursday, Friday: 8:00 am - 4:30 pm (phone or email only)