This is an instructional program that prepares individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills in all aspects of manufacturing metal parts.  Instruction involves making computations relating to work dimensions, tooling and feeds and speeds of machining.  Emphasis is placed upon the operation of lathes, power saws, milling machines, grinders, drills and computerized machines (CNC).  Instruction also includes the use of precision measuring instruments such as layout tools, micrometers and gauges, methods of machining, blueprint reading, and the layout of machine parts.  Instruction prepares students to operate all types of manual and computer controlled machines.