Advanced Precision Machining

Career Studies Certificate

Program Coordinator: Johnnie Keene• jkeene@vhcc.edu • 276-739-2455

Length: One Semester

Purpose: This Career Studies Certificate is designed to provide individuals with advanced machining concepts on lathes and machining centers. Students will learn conventional and conversational programming on each machine. Upon completion of this program, graduates will be prepared for employment as CNC lathe or mill operator.

Occupational Objectives: The Advanced Precision Machining Career Studies Certificate provides the basic skills necessary to secure an entry level job as a CNC machinist. Students develop the basic skills necessary to Set-up, program and operate CNC lathes and machining centers. Students must complete the Precision Machining Career Studies Certificate prior to enrollment in the Advanced Precision Machining Career Studies Certificate unless the Program Coordinator grants approval.

Diesel Mechanic

Career Studies Certificate

Program Coordinator: Keith Harless • kharless@vhcc.edu

276-525-4578

Length: Two Semesters

Purpose: The Career Studies Certificate in Diesel Mechanics provides successful students with the knowledge, skills and competency required for basic diesel mechanic positions.

Occupational Objectives: Fulfill the need for Diesel Mechanics.

Admission Requirements: A student eligible for admission to the College can normally be considered for admission to the Diesel Mechanic Studies Certificate.

Program Requirements: The curriculum will consist of both hands on learning and classroom instruction. The program can be completed in one year and will prepare graduates for entry-level diesel mechanic positions.

Track 1: (Day)

The AAS degree in Technical Studies is an available option for students who wish to further their studies following the completion of this program.

Track 2: (Evening)

Welding Career Studies Certificate

Program Coordinator: Eddie Fultz • efultz@vhcc.edu • 276-492-2065

Length: One-Two Semesters

Purpose: This program is designed to provide students training in blueprint/symbols reading, SMAW, FCAW, GMAW, and GTAW. Upon completion of Welding Career Studies Certificate, graduates will be prepared for employment as a basic welder.

Occupational Objectives: The Welding Career Studies Certificate provides the basic skills necessary to secure an entry level job as a manual or semiautomatic welder. Students will develop the basic skills necessary to read blueprints, and perform steel welds in 1F, 2F, 3F, 1G, 2G, and 3G positions. These will be accomplished in three different weld processes.

Program Notes: Along with the Career Studies Certificate in Welding, graduates will also obtain the OSHA-10-hour General Industry certification.