Tool and Die Making

Tool and Die Making Technical Diploma

Program Code: 32-439-1

For more information: wctc.edu/tool-die

A tool and die maker’s craft is an exacting one; the parts they make enable machines to produce various products for different industries. In this program, use state-of-the-art equipment to learn complex and conventional machining, computer numerical control machining and grinding operations. Develop skills in precision work, and make molds/dies. 

The minimum required course grades and program grade point average (GPA) for students under this catalog are:

Core Courses = C
General Studies Courses = C-
Program GPA = 2.0

Build your degree along a career pathway.  

Start with a couple of courses or an entry-level credential to enter the job market in your area of interest, then continue with higher credentials on your educational path for job advancement and higher wages.

Related Certificate you can earn along the way:

• CNC Operator Technical Certificate 

Program Outcomes

1. Apply advanced safety practices in the machine shop.

2. Interpret advanced industrial/engineering drawings.

3. Apply precision measuring methods to part inspection.

4. Perform advanced machine tool equipment set-up and operation.

5. Perform advanced programming, set-up and operation of CNC Machine Tools.

6. Perform advanced tool, die, and mold operations.

Critical Life Skills

To help our students prepare for success in a workplace and society that is increasingly global, multicultural and collaborative, we provide curricular and co-curricular opportunities to develop critical life skills. WCTC is committed to teaching all students the following skills:

• Communication: Demonstrate appropriate communication.
• Critical Thinking/Problem Solving: Demonstrate critical thinking skills to analyze situations and solve problems.
• Relationships: Demonstrate effective interpersonal skills.
• Self-management: Demonstrate responsible and respectful behavior.

Listed below are the required courses for this program.  An Academic Advisor can help you develop your program plan and select the term and course schedule that works best for you.