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Minnesota State Colleges and Universities

Pine City, MN

24 Programs

Available Programs

  • Machine Tool Technology
    Building Systems, Construction, and Manufacturing

    The Machine Tool Technology diploma is designed to prepare students to enter the machine tool trade. The first year of Machine Tool Technology training is used to explain the nature and purpose of the machine trade. The student is introduced to tools, materials, equipment, and trade terms and develops the skills to do the job. The student receives advanced precision machining skills using machines such as the computer numerical controlled (CNC) machining and turning centers, wire and sinking EDM’s, precision surface grinders, CAD/CAM software, and other shop equipment. Blueprint reading is also learned. Students become acquainted with a variety of metals and learn how to use the various types of cutting tools. Use of precise measuring tools and making accurate setups on manual lathes, vertical milling machines, surface grinders, CNC machines, and other various shop equipment is also taught.

  • Machine Shop Technology / Assistant
    Building Systems, Construction, and Manufacturing

  • CNC Manufacturing Technology
    Building Systems, Construction, and Manufacturing

    TheAnoka Technical College CNC Design & Manufacturing Technology program is designed and taught by industry professionals. The Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree and the diploma programs are designed to meet our student's career goals. The programs combine technical education with general education to provide graduates with the precise skills necessary for success in manufacturing.

    Our students learn how to:

    • write and edit CNC programs
    • perform complex setups
    • basic troubleshooting of machine problems
    • cycle time reduction practices
    • fixture design and building
    • recognize areas for process improvements

    They are trained to safely operate:

    • Manual lathes
    • Drills Mills
    • Grinders
    • CNC mills
    • CNC lathes
    • CNC wire
    • EDM
    • CNC sinker
    • EDM Coordinate measuring machine
    • CAD/CAM 4 & 5 axis

  • Business Administration and Management, General
    Business, Marketing, and Communication

  • Accounting
    Business, Marketing, and Communication

  • Accounting Technology / Technician and Bookkeeping
    Business, Marketing, and Communication

  • Administrative Assistant and Secretarial Science, General
    Business, Marketing, and Communication

  • Business / Office Automation / Technology / Data Entry
    Business, Marketing, and Communication

  • Entrepreneurship / Entrepreneurial Studies
    Business, Marketing, and Communication

  • Computer Programming / Programmer, General
    Computer, Information, and Technology

  • Computer Science
    Computer, Information, and Technology

  • Computer Systems Networking and Telecommunications
    Computer, Information, and Technology

  • Network and System Administration / Administrator
    Computer, Information, and Technology

  • Child Care and Support Services Management
    Education and Human Services

  • Child Care Provider / Assistant
    Education and Human Services

  • American Sign Language (ASL)
    Liberal Arts, Humanities, and Literature

  • Medical / Clinical Assistant
    Medicine and Health Care

  • Radiologist Assistant
    Medicine and Health Care

  • Home Health Aide / Home Attendant
    Medicine and Health Care

  • Registered Nursing / Registered Nurse
    Nursing

  • Licensed Practical / Vocational Nurse Training
    Nursing

  • Nursing Assistant / Aide and Patient Care Assistant / Aide
    Nursing

  • Gunsmithing / Gunsmith
    Truck Driving, Transportation, and Mechanics

  • Automobile / Automotive Mechanics Technology / Technician
    Truck Driving, Transportation, and Mechanics