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Tool and Die/Moldmaking

Category: Manufacturing and Engineering

Program Description

Prepare to shape precision parts for industries worldwide with training in Tool & Die/Moldmaking.

Gain the knowledge and skills to design, build, and repair the specialized dies and molds that mass-produce products in fields ranging from automotive and aerospace to electronics and medical devices. You will learn to interpret blueprints, apply precision measurement techniques, and machine parts to exact tolerances using both manual and CNC equipment.

Courses cover essential machining processes such as drilling, milling, grinding, and turning, along with advanced techniques in heat treating, 3D visualization, and part design. You will also develop teamwork and problem-solving abilities essential to the manufacturing industry.

Graduates are ready to work as diemakers or moldmakers, applying their expertise to produce high-quality components that keep global industries running. They bring technical precision, creative problem-solving, and the craftsmanship to turn designs into reality.

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Multi-term Registration Available!

Class Time: Day and Evening
Semester: Fall or Spring
Campus: Brooklyn Park

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Skills Required

Prospective students will need to apply using the steps listed here. In addition, to be successful in this field, you should have basic mechanical ability, communication skills, and a math aptitude.