National Institute for Metalworking Certification
This program, offered at Adams High School, provides
students the hands-on experience needed to understand precision machining technology. Students are
prepared for entry level positions in the machine tool
industry. Students will be trained in the conventional
areas (lathes, mills, drills, and grinders), as well as in
Computer Numerical Control (CNC).
Students Learn
- Metalworking skills, including grinding, milling, turning
- Machinery operation skills
- Time management
- Industry trends
- Machine error assessment and repair
Possible Careers
Upon graduation:
- Machinist
- Machine assembly
- Tool designer
- Tool and die maker
- Quality control inspector
- Service representative
Bachelor’s degree:
-
Mechanical engineer
- Inspector
- Engineering teacher