Title: Syllabus
Course: Precision Machining Technology III (13203-III)

Copyright: 2025

Virginia Assignment Code: 8541

Suggested Grade Level: 11, 12

Duration: 36 weeks

Hours: 140

Credits: 1

Prerequisites: 8540

CTSO: SkillsUSA

Course Description:

The demand for precision machinists is growing along with the resurgence of the U.S. manufacturing industry. Machinists are highly skilled, creative problem solvers who are task-oriented and self-directed individuals. In this course, students build skills in safety, measurement techniques, and general maintenance. Students will examine CNC machining technology and software; use engineering drawings for CNC machining; perform setup operations; and program, plan, and manage CNC machining jobs. Students will also explore multi-axis CNC machining, heat-treatment processes, and automation.

Contextual instruction and student participation in co-curricular career and technical student organization (CTSO) activities will develop leadership, interpersonal, and career skills. High-quality work-based learning (HQWBL) will provide experiential learning opportunities related to students' career goals and/or interests, integrated with instruction, and performed in partnership with local businesses and organizations.

Note: The Virginia Administrative Code regulates the class size for this course. For additional information, see 8VAC20-120-150, "Maximum class size," or contact the Virginia Department of Education Office of Career and Technical Education at cte@doe.virginia.gov.

Credentials, Course Sequences, and Career Clusters/Pathways can be found here:

https://www.cteresource.org/configuration/courses-credentials/courses/courses/trade-and-industrial-education/precision-machining-technology-iii-cc-pmtiii-sc-13204/