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MTT 285 - NIMS Level I Capstone


Class: 1 Lab: 9 Credits: 4
This capstone course will provide practice and performance necessary to complete all Level I projects outlined by the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS). This course will include projects and written examinations required by NIMS.

Prerequisite(s): Take MTT 113  with a minimum grade of “C”.
Course Topics:
  • NIMS Level I Machining Credentials
  • NIMS Level I Machining Projects
  • NIMS MET-TEC Inspection

Textbooks:
Textbook information can be found on the Book Inn Web site
Required Materials:
  • Clear Safety Glasses
  • 3-Piece Machinist Starter Kit:
    • 6” Rule
    • 1” Micrometer
    • 6” Dial Caliper
  • Machinery’s Handbook

Grading System:
An overall grade of C or higher is required for transferability.

A 5 Credentials
B 4 Credentials
C 3 Credentials
F Less than 3 Credentials


Student Learning Outcomes:
  1. Explain the NIMS Level I Credentialing Process.
  2. Produce three Level I manual machining projects. 
  3. Demonstrate proper shop safety and machine safety procedures.
  4. Exhibit appropriate personal protective equipment.
  5. Successfully complete three online exams required by NIMS to fulfill Level I accreditation. 

For SCC Online Courses:
If the course you are taking is online, please review the SCC Online Policies that include:

  • Required materials for all online courses
  • Mandatory Attendance Requirement
  • Proctored Exams

Face Covering Requirements:
All faculty, staff and students must wear a face mask/covering at all times (absent a medical condition) on all SCC campuses when safe social distancing measures are not possible or difficult to follow. For further details, refer to the Student Guidelines for Face Coverings and Social Distancing on the SCC Coronavirus COVID-19 Information page.
Standard SCC Course Policies:
Please review the Standard SCC Course Polices on the following topics:

  • Academic Integrity
  • Academic Misconduct
  • Add/Drop period
  • Appeals Process
  • Class Attendance
  • Classroom Behavior (traditional and online)
  • Classroom Conduct/Expectations
  • Lab Procedures (general SCC policy regarding this)
  • Online Confidentiality
  • Services For Students with Disabilities
  • Withdrawal Policy


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2020-2021