THANK YOU FROM NTMA MACHINIST CAREER COLLEGE
NTMA Machinist Career College (the NTMA MCC) has been honored and privileged to have served the machining community and industry for over 50 years, by providing quality and accredited training to thousands of future machinists.
However, as previously announced, the NTMA MCC will no longer be providing machinist training courses, as of March 1, 2025.
If you are interested in continuing your training or starting a machinist career, the NTMA MCC recommends that you contact 4th Watch Educational Services (operating as the Machinist Career College [the “MCC”], at 1717 S. Grove Avenue, Ontario, California 91761), which is committed to providing programs consistent with the protocols and accreditations established by the NTMA MCC, and any inquiries regarding MCC’s programs should be made through Danielle Skinner via phone 310-686-5876 or via email at [email protected]. For any questions relating to the NTMA MCC, please email the NTMA MCC at: [email protected].
What Is A Machinist?
Imagine being a super hero for machines. A machinist is like a magician who uses special tools to shape and create things from metal, plastics and other solids. They make parts that go into cars, airplanes, and even AI operated robots. Just like a sculpture carves a statue, machinist carves metal to make it fit perfectly and do amazing things!
Precision Manufacturing Training
For over 50 years, NTMA has trained thousands of students on the basics of machining. Located in Santa Fe Springs, California, our campus houses some of the most current innovations available in today’s industry.
Our machinist classes are designed to provide students with basic knowledge of machining techniques and processes. At the end of the program, students will be certified to set up and operate conventional machining equipment such as grinders, mills, lathes, drill presses, saws and the process to run, operate and program CNC machines. Students will also receive training on topics integral to a career in machining, including safety, quality control, inspection procedures, shop theory, precision measuring instruments, mathematics, and blueprint reading.
NTMA Machinist Career College Programs
We offer entry-level, 6 and 9 month machinist training as well as two different types of advanced machinist training; ETP State Funded Programs and NTMA Skill-Up Programs.
Program Highlights
Machinist Training
This program is the basics of machining. Students learn the set-up and operation of conventional machining equipment such as grinders, mills, lathes, drill presses, and saws. Instruction is also provided in safety, quality control and inspection procedures, shop theory, precision measuring instruments, mathematics, blueprint reading, and basic CNC operation.
Instruction time is divided equally between classroom, computer lab, and shop, providing a unique blend of practical theory and hands-on experience.
Upon graduation, students may find entry-level employment as an operator of a lathe, mill, grinder, drill press, etc. in the machining and tooling industry.
Advanced Training – ETP State-Funded Program
These courses are designed to enhance and expand the knowledge for those currently in the machining and tooling industry.
Students must be proficient in the field, with experience and understand the concepts of machining.
The intensity of these advanced courses will prove challenging and require full participation for those interested in becoming competitive in this growing industry.
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