The Applied Technology Advanced Processes (ATAP) teaches Advanced Manufacturing methods by employing state-of-the-art technology, such as CAD/CAM, CNC machining, EDM, laser cutting, probing, High Speed Machining, and Reverse Engineering.  Manufacturing has joined the digital era where fixtures, molds, and dies are programmed using CAD/CAM solutions.  Toolpaths are digitally driven from CAD models, and G-code files are uploaded to CNC machines for rapid manufacture.  Advanced manufacturing is a fast paced and highly competitive environment for those who enjoy working with their hands and their minds.  With new technologies being developed every day, it's a challenge staying current while moving ahead to compete globally.

ATAP attracts a diverse audience:

1. High School students with an interest in CAD/CAM programming and manufacturing.
2. Existing workforce wishing to upgrade their skills.
3. Career changers.
4. Unemployed Tool & Die workers requiring CNC skills to regain employment..

• Ten HAAS CNC machining centers
• Four and Five-axis cutting tables.
• Two Belmont CNC EDM machines (Sinker and Fast Hole)
• Accutex Wire EDM
• Dimension and Zcorp Rapid Prototyping machines
• Handheld laser scanner Zscanner800
• Faro Gage Arm
• 48 High-end PCs running CimatronE, MastercamX, Artcam, Rapidform,Catia, Solidworks, and Immersive 
• 50 ton VanDorn Injection Mold Machine
• Three Bridgeport machines, three lathes
• Three surface grinders

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CNC Machinist Certificate

CAM Technologist Certificate

For more information on this program, contact our office at 586.445.7438 or the full-time faculty:

Gary Walters - Office South Campus T-143
waltersg@macomb.edu - 586.445.7343