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Welcome
to the Machine Tool Technology, CNC and Tool & Die
Program Website at North Georgia Technical College where
students learn to use machine tools, such as lathes,
milling machines, grinders, CNC machining centers, CNC
turning centers and CNC Wire Cut EDM. Because the technology
of machining is changing rapidly, machinist must learn
to operate a wide range of machines including machines
that cut metal with lasers, water jets, or electrified
wires.
Tool
and die makers are among the most highly skilled workers
in manufacturing. These workers produce tools, dies,
and special jig and fixtures that enable machines to
manufacture a variety of products we use daily. To perform
these functions, tool and die makers employ many types
of machine tools and precision measuring instruments.
They also must be familiar with the machining properties,
such as hardness and heat tolerance, of a wide variety
of metals, alloys, carbides, and other composite materials.
As a result, tool and die
makers are knowledgeable in machining operations,
mathematics, Metallurgy, and blueprint reading.
Shannon
Gary
Machine Tool Technology Instructor
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Shannon
Gary is a native of Northeast Georgia. He holds diplomas in
Machine Tool Technology and Tool and Die Design from North
Georgia Technical College. He is presently pursuing a degree
in the Technical Studies AAS at North Georgia Technical College.
Shannon has eleven years of work experience as a machinist,
tool and die maker and CNC machinist. He also owns a tool
and die shop which he has operated for six years.
Michael
Boyd is a native to Northeast Georgia where he has spent his
entire life. He has been in the machining field since his
high school days, where he graduated with honors and was rewarded
scholarships in the field. He is an alumni of the Machine
Tool Technology program at North Georgia Technical College
where he also graduated with honors. He attended Truett-McConnell
College where he received his Associate Degree in Applied
Science. He also has certificates in CNC programming. During
his 13 years of machinist background, he has been employed
as a Machinist, CNC Programmer, and as a Manager of a CNC
Machine Shop. He has studied different machining industries
throughout the U.S. and in other countries as well. His hobbies
include golf, tennis, and being with his family.
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