Manufacturing Technology
6 courses · Yuba College · 2026-2027 Catalog
Classes: Fall 2026
MFGT-20 Principles of Machine Shop
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours, 54 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
Basic set-up and operation of the Engine Lathe, Vertical Milling Machine, Drilling machines, Bandsaws, and grinding machines. Emphasis will also focus on precision measurement. The course includes tooling selection for the above machines. Introduction to computer numerical control is included. Safety in all aspects of machining.
MFGT-21 Intermediate Machine Shop
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- MFGT-20
- Transfers to
- CSU
Intermediate level machine shop, with focus on precision layout and safety practices, the set-up and operation of the vertical milling machine, the horizontal milling machine, and the engine lathe. Special emphasis on the concept of fits and development of skills acquired in MFGT-20 or equivalent. Students will produce a machined mechanical object using the machine shop.
MFGT-34 Computer Numerical Control
- Units
- 4
- Hours
- 54 lecture hours, 54 lab hours
- Transfers to
- CSU
Programming of computer numerically controlled machine tools and processes, using the standard g-code format. Programs will include linear interpolation, circular interpolation, and helical interpolation. Canned cycles and macros are also used.
MFGT-35 Computer Aided Manufacturing
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours, 54 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- MFGT-34
- Transfers to
- CSU
The use of the Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) software system to learn about CNC machining, set-up, operation, and tooling in the production of parts through the use of the CNC milling machine.
MFGT-60 Problems in Manufacturing Technology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours, 54 lab hours
Analysis of special problems in manufacturing. Study in specialized areas of manufacturing technology with project goals and production paths determined in a team setting. Topics may include: CNC Turning, CNC Milling, 3D printing, and Fundamentals of Robotic Arms. Learning will be applied to problem solving and to product creation.
MFGT-62 Advanced Machine Shop
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 36 lecture hours, 54 lab hours
- Prerequisite
- MFGT-21
This is an advanced course in machining, which encompasses tool and cutter grinding, part design using a turret lathe, and a tracing lathe. Concepts that will also be covered are aspects of surface grinding and EDM machining.