State approved Course Titles and Descriptions
Indiana Department of Education
http://www.doe.in.gov/publications/pdf_courses/2008-11-06-IndianaCourseDescriptions.pdf
Below are the class descriptions from the Indiana Department of Education website:
PRECISION MACHINE TECHNOLOGY
5782 (MACH TECH)
CIP Code: 48.0501
Precision Machine Technology includes a wide range of classroom and laboratory experiences
that develop skills and knowledge in the shaping of metal parts. Emphasis is placed on basic
precision machining operations including the use of lathes, drill presses, and grinders, in
addition to mill and bench work. Instruction includes the use and care of other precision tools
such as micrometers, indicators, combination squares, scales, and calipers. Advanced
instruction should include preparation in the use of Computer Numerically Controlled (CNC)
machines that reflect current industry practices. Application of mathematical skills and blue print
reading is part of the daily experience. Technical reading and writing skills will also be
emphasized.
• Suggested Grade Levels: 11-12
• Recommended Prerequisites: Algebra and Geometry
• A four to six credit course over two semesters. Schools on block schedules may adjust
the total number of credits to meet the local standard.
• The nature of this course allows for a second year of instruction provided that content
and standards address higher levels of knowledge.
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with
Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas
• A Career Academic Sequence, Career-Technical program, or Flex Credit course.
• State Additional Pupil Count (APC) vocational funding available if taught by appropriate
Licensed Teacher http://www.doe.in.gov/octe/pdf/CIPCrosswalk060317.pdf
• The National Occupational Competency Testing Institute (NOCTI) exam for this course
is titled Precision Machining. Find the exam blueprint at
http://www.nocti.org/PDFs/JobReady/3052_Precision_Machining.pdf
• This course is a component of the Manufacturing and Processing career cluster.
MANUFACTURING PROCESSES
4796 (MFTG PROC)
Manufacturing Processes is a course that specializes in using modern manufacturing processes
to obtain resources and change them into industrial materials, industrial products and consumer
products. Activities provide an understanding of the characteristics and properties of industrial
materials and the processing of these materials into consumer goods. Students will investigate
the properties of engineered materials such as: metallics; polymers; ceramics; and composites.
After gaining a working knowledge of these materials, students will study six major types of
material processes: casting and molding; forming; separating; conditioning; finishing; and
assembling. In this course, each of these processes is a major body of content. It is through the
study of common principles, supported by related laboratory and problem solving activities, that
understanding is developed and reinforced.
• Recommended Grade Levels: 10-11
• Recommended Prerequisites: Technology (ML), Manufacturing Systems
• Credits: 1 or 2 semester course, 1 credit per semester
• Counts as a Directed Elective or Elective for the General, Core 40, Core 40 with
Academic Honors and Core 40 with Technical Honors diplomas
• A Career Academic Sequence, Career-Technical program, or Flex Credit course.
• Career Clusters: This course may be included as a component for career pathways in
the Manufacturing career cluster