Objectives of Block & Head Machining Course

The program objective of Automotive Engine/Block and Cylinder Machining is to qualify the student as an automotive block and cylinder head machinist. Although the actual machining process will be the emphasis of the program, a thorough education on theory of operation of the modem automotive engine will be presented along with the role of the cylinder head to the complete assembly. Performance modifications effect on power, longevity, and airflow characteristics will be highlighted in all courses of this program.

This program is intended for the mechanically inclined student with a desire to work in the automotive industry.

The program will include both classroom and hands-on lab instruction.

One semester credit hour for each fifteen (15) hours of classroom contact plus appropriate outside preparation or the equivalent: or one semester credit hour for each thirty (30) hours of laboratory work plus appropriate outside preparation: or one semester credit hour for not fewer than forty-five (45) hours of shop instruction (contact hours) or the equivalent. None of the following requires a prerequisite.

School of Automotive Machinists  •  OPEID: 030323

Gainful Employment Disclosures – July 1, 2011 for 2009-2010 Award Year
Automotive Engine/Block and Cylinder Head Machining  •  CIP Code: 47.0604

Below is a small sample of career opportunities available after graduating from the Automotive/Block and Cylinder Head Machining program:

  1. Machinists - SOC* 51-4041
  2. Automotive Service Technicians and Mechanics - SOC* 49-3023
  3. Engine and Other Machine Assemblers - SOC* 51-2031

CREDENTIAL LEVEL:

Undergraduate Certificate
PROGRAM LENGTH IN MONTHS: 18 Months
Automotive Engine/Block and Cylinder Head Machining:
(This is a combination of the Block and Head Programs)		COST:
Registration Fee $200.00
Tuition (subject to change if not taken in same calendar year) $31,550.00
Textbooks and Manuals (supplies and lab fees included in tuition) $200.00
Total $31,950.00
Room and Board costs for living off campus (per 18 months):
Room and Board $13,266.00
Transportation $2,574.00
Miscellaneous/Personal $3,978.00
Total $19,818.00
MEDIAN DEBT AT PROGRAM COMPLETION: $9,405.00
ON-TIME COMPLETION RATE: 88%
JOB PLACEMENT RATE (TWC Job Placement Report 09/10): 96.43%

*Standard Occupational Classification