The Principles of Precision machining is designed to provide students with the basic skills necessary to gain employment as machine operators. Students will be developing skills in applied machining including basic math, basic and advanced blueprint reading, conventional lathe and mill operations, small shop tools and operation, shop safety and teamwork. This certificate may be considered a stand-alone credential for people seeking to enter the Precision Machining field, or as part of a stackable set of certificates and degrees in the EvCC Advanced Manufacturing Program leading to a degree in Precision Machining.