Robert C. Byrd Institute for Advanced Flexible Manufacturing Machinist Technology/CNC Program Huntington, West Virginia & Bridgeport, West Virginia Application Instructions This packet of information will help you through the application process for the Machinist Technology/CNC Program at the Robert C. Byrd Institute for Advanced Flexible Manufacturing (RCBI). Please note that the RCBI Machinist Technology/CNC Program is not an open enrollment program. An entrance assessment is administered and evaluated to determine an applicant s eligibility to enroll in the program. In this packet you will find: A check-off sheet of information you need to provide. An application for the RCBI Machinist Technology/CNC Program. An overview of the Program. A course summary. Please use the check-off sheet as you gather information or complete a task that is requested for consideration in the program. Complete the RCBI application in full. If any of the information requested on the application does not apply to you, fill in the blank with NA (Not Applicable). Read the fact sheet carefully. It explains: National Institute for Metalworking Skills Credentialing. Hours required for Associate of Applied Science Degree. Approximate cost of the program per semester. The length of the program. Contact Information. All applicants are required to submit their high school transcripts, college transcripts and attendance records. In addition applicants are required to take an entrance assessment and interview with RCBI staff. After review of your complete application, you will be contacted to schedule the interview and take the entrance assessment. Thank you for your interest in the RCBI Machinist Technology/CNC Program. RCBI is committed to providing a quality workforce for the manufacturing community. pg. 1 Revised 6/6/2014
Machinist Technology/CNC Program Student Admission Checklist ACTIVITY COMMENTS OFFICE TO CONTACT FOR INFORMATION Schedule Shop Tour Call appropriate location to schedule Toll Free 800.469.RCBI(7224) Questions and schedule tour: Huntington: Erica Gilkerson- 304.781.1678 Bridgeport: Laurie McCormick - 304.848.2283 Complete RCBI application Remember to note location for training Mountwest Community & Application Mail, fax or complete on-line at http://www.rcbi.org/mtpapp Attached Application can be completed and returned to RCBI with appropriate application fee(s) or mailed directly to MCTC Mountwest Community & Office of Student Services Admissions Office One Mountwest Way RCBI Machinist Technology/CNC Program 1050 Fourth Avenue FAX: 304.781.1623 Apply online and the enrollment fee is waived. http://mctc.edu/admissions/enrollment-application/ There is a $15 enrollment fee for mailed applications and an additional $10 fee for college transcripts (college transcript fee cannot be waived) Check or money order should be made out to MCTC. Check Machinist Technology, CM80 as the intended program of study. Please ensure application is signed and dated. Official High School Transcripts Official GED Official College Transcripts Free Application for Federal Student Aid RCBI Admissions Assessment Official Transcripts must be received in a sealed envelope that is mailed directly to: Mountwest Community & Office of Student Services Admissions Office One Mountwest Way www.fafsa.ed.gov use school code: 040414 for MCTC August prior to school starting date to be determined. Contact your High School Counselor or Board office for HS transcripts. Have all OFFICIAL Transcripts sent directly from issuing institution. GED Contact state office for official GED release form. Please have them sent directly from State office: West Virginia State forms can be obtained at: http://wvde.state.wv.us/ged/ged_scores_transcripts.html To evaluate Prior College courses contact registrar at college attended and request an OFFICIAL COPY of your transcripts be mailed directly to MCTC. We suggest you create an account on www.cfwv.com and link to FAFSA website as well as other scholarship and financial opportunities Students will participate in an Admissions Assessment to ensure all documents are in order prior to starting classes. Students are required to take a math assessment to evaluate their math skills prior to starting the program. pg. 2 Revised 6/6/2014
ENROLLMENT APPLICATION Section 1.01 Program of Interest Check one Machinist Technology/CNC Associate of Applied Science Machinist Technology Skill Set Certificate CNC Skill Set Certificate CNC Programmer Fast-Track Program Machinist Group Apprenticeship Section 1.02 Location of Attendance Check one Huntington (MCTC) Bridgeport (MCTC) Charleston Other - Specify Section 1.03 General Information Name Address City State Zip Home phone Cell Phone E-mail Social Security Number (final four digits only) Date of Birth Parent/Nearest Relative Home Phone Cell phone Section 1.04 Prior Education High School Graduate General Education Diploma (GED) Prior College or University Studies High School City State Year of graduation or years completed GPA GED Year of completion City State College/University Attended City State Major Field of Study Years attended GPA Degrees or Certifications Earned Section 1.05 Funding (Check all that apply) Self Pay Financial Aid TAA WIA VA Employer Other please specify Section 1.06 Sign and Date Signature Date pg. 3 Revised 6/6/2014
Robert C. Byrd Institute for Advanced Flexible Manufacturing Machinist Technology/CNC Program Huntington, West Virginia & Bridgeport, West Virginia The RCBI Machinist Technology/CNC Program Prepares individuals for nationally certified, entry-level machinist using conventional and computer-controlled equipment positions immediately upon completion and the opportunity to advance personal careers and job opportunities by enhancing their skill sets. Is available to all individuals, employed individuals, veterans and dislocated workers. Is designed in accordance with standards and workforce practices of the manufacturing industry as well as national standards established by the National Institute for Metalworking Skills, Inc. (NIMS). The RCBI program offers Technical courses including metalworking theory, blueprint reading, mathematics, communication and organizational skills, safety, precision measurements and introductory computer-numerical-control (CNC) machining. Specialized training in a hands-on laboratory setting that allows individuals to become skilled operators of production equipment commonly found in a basic machine shop. Preparation for earning credentials from NIMS. An opportunity to earn an Associate Degree. You must be admitted to Mountwest Community & Technical College (MCTC) to be eligible for the Associate Degree option. Sixty (60) credit hours will be awarded by the MCTC for all the RCBI metalworking courses, up to ten (10) NIMS credentials and the required general education classes. RCBI program facts Participants are afforded the opportunity to earn national certifications/ credentials from NIMS. RCBI has designed and equipped state-of-the-industry classrooms and shop-floor labs for individuals enrolled in the program. RCBI has a staff of experienced machinists to teach machining skills and supervise the hands-on laboratory set up in a shop-floor environment. Class sizes are kept small, affording each student individual attention and meaningful interaction with our experienced instructors. The length of the program is four semesters. Program cost is based on tuition rates and lab fees established by the MCTC. Financial assistance may be available through the MCTC for those who qualify. Class hours and shop training occur Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Times are subject to change. An orientation session will be scheduled for individuals considered for the program. Classes are conducted at RCBI Advanced Manufacturing Technology Centers in Huntington at 1050 Fourth Avenue and in Bridgeport at 2400 East Benedum Industrial Drive. For more information, contact a recruiter at 304.781.1678 or 800.469.RCBI (7224). Or you may send an e-mail to machinistprogram@rcbi.org. pg. 4 Revised 6/6/2014
MT and CNC Machinist Programs Associate Degree First Semester Second Semester MAT 135 3 IT 101 3 MT 105 2 MT 215 10 MT 200 3 MT 233 4 MT 205 3 MT 121 4 15 credits 17 credits Third Semester Fourth Semester EC 102 3 COM 125 3 MFE 220 4 ENL 231 3 MT 240 4 MT 246 4 MT 244 4 MT 248 4 15 credits 14 credits Machinist Courses MT 105 - Industrial Safety MT 121 - Introduction to Machining MT 200 - Blueprint Reading MT 205 - Precision Measurement MT 215 - Metalworking Theory & Application MT 233 - NIMS Credentialing/MT Projects MT 240 - Introduction to CNC Machining MT 244 - CNC Set/up Operation MT 246 - Computer Aided Manufacturing MT 248 - NIMS Credentialing/CNC Projects General Education Courses IT 101 - Fundamentals of Computers EC 102 - Basic Economics COM 125 - Interpersonal Communication MAT 135 - Mathematics for Machinist Technology ENL 231 - Technical Report Writing MFE 220 - Computer Aided Design Components of the Associate Degree Plan * 61 course credits * 42 Machinist-course credits * 19 General-education-course credits pg. 5 Revised 6/6/2014