Field of Interest
Build a successful career in manufacturing.
Learn the skills needed to oversee manufacturing production—ensuring that business facilities run smoothly and efficiently. The Manufacturing program can equip you with the knowledge and training to become a valuable asset in the field of manufacturing.
The Right Pathway for You
MCC offers Certificates of Completion and Associate Degrees for this program. Your interests and goals will guide you in selecting the pathway that is ideal for you. You may find a combination of certificates or degrees is the fastest way to realize your dreams.
Certificates
The knowledge and skills acquired while earning a Certificate of Completion (CCL) can help launch you into a new career or energize your current job. Generally requiring fewer credit hours than degrees or transfer programs, a CCL may be your best first step into higher education.
A list of available certificates offered in the Manufacturing program
| Name |
Type |
Title |
Courses |
|
Certificate of Completion |
CCL |
CNC Machine Operator |
Pathway Map |
|
Certificate of Completion |
CCL |
CNC Machining I |
Pathway Map |
|
Certificate of Completion |
CCL |
CNC Machining II |
Pathway Map |
Associate Degree
MCC’s associate degrees enhance your resume and prepare you to enter the workforce with an advantage. Whether you are interested in simply completing basic, required college courses or specializing in a specific area, there’s a degree for you.
A list of available associate degrees offered in the Manufacturing program
| Name |
Type |
Title |
Courses |
|
Associate in Applied Science |
AAS |
Manufacturing Production Technology |
Pathway Map |
Career Opportunities
Successful completion of a degree or certificate within the Manufacturing program may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Maricopa County-based annual median wages*. Some occupations may require additional education or training. You can click on any occupation to view more detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.
Operate computer-controlled tools, machines, or robots to machine or process parts, tools, or other work pieces made of metal, plastic, wood, stone, or other materials. May also set up and maintain equipment.
Typical Education Level
a high school diploma or less
Hourly Median Wage
$22.75
Annual Median Wage
$47,340
Number of People Employed
1,299
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 9.5%
Develop programs to control machining or processing of materials by automatic machine tools, equipment, or systems. May also set up, operate, or maintain equipment.
Typical Education Level
a certificate
Hourly Median Wage
$28.57
Annual Median Wage
$59,440
Number of People Employed
396
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 17.9%
Set up, operate, or tend lathe and turning machines to turn, bore, thread, form, or face metal or plastic materials, such as wire, rod, or bar stock.
Typical Education Level
a high school diploma or less
Hourly Median Wage
$18.15
Annual Median Wage
$37,765
Number of People Employed
125
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 8.8%
Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments out of metal. Includes precision instrument makers who fabricate, modify, or repair mechanical instruments. May also fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.
Typical Education Level
a high school diploma or less
Hourly Median Wage
$24.75
Annual Median Wage
$51,500
Number of People Employed
4,005
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 10.4%
Set up, test, and adjust manufacturing machinery or equipment, using any combination of electrical, electronic, mechanical, hydraulic, pneumatic, or computer technologies.
Typical Education Level
a high school diploma or less
Hourly Median Wage
$22.61
Annual Median Wage
$47,033
Number of People Employed
1,182
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 9.2%
Set up, operate, or tend milling or planing machines to mill, plane, shape, groove, or profile metal or plastic work pieces.
Typical Education Level
a high school diploma or less
Hourly Median Wage
$30.12
Annual Median Wage
$62,667
Number of People Employed
140
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 6.4%
Set up, operate, or tend more than one type of cutting or forming machine tool or robot.
Typical Education Level
a high school diploma or less
Hourly Median Wage
$18.08
Annual Median Wage
$37,618
Number of People Employed
1,081
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 10.3%
Analyze specifications, lay out metal stock, set up and operate machine tools, and fit and assemble parts to make and repair dies, cutting tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and machinists' hand tools.
Typical Education Level
a high school diploma or less
Hourly Median Wage
$31.56
Annual Median Wage
$65,651
Number of People Employed
299
4-Year Employment Growth
Increase by 9.0%
* Career and wage information provided by Lightcast using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources and Lightcast’s proprietary analytical processes. Lightcast’s data covers multiple classes of workers including QCEW, non-QCEW, and those who are self-employed. Disclaimer
Financial Aid
You can get a high-quality, affordable education. MCC’s low tuition rates and various financial aid opportunities make it possible. Explore federal and state grants, Federal Work-Study, scholarships, student loans, and other options today.
Contact the Career Navigator
Chat with Alfonso Flores
Before signing up for classes, you will want to meet with a career navigator. A career navigator can help you explore this program and find the career path that suits you best. You can connect with this program's career navigator, Alfonso Flores, via the button to the right.
Resources For You
Get credit for your industry training. MCC offers Prior Learning Assessment (PLA) for students with existing industry certifications, licenses, and approved corporate training. Access the form below and attach proof of training/certification when you submit your request. Please note, in order to access and complete the PLA form, you must be an active MCC student and have an MEID.
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