The Anoka Technical College Machine Technology certificate 1, 2, and 3 programs are designed and taught by industry professionals.

These certificates prepare individuals for entry-level to mid-level positions to operate, perform and basic setup on the following equipment: 
    • Manual lathes
    • Drills
    • Mills
    • Grinders
    • CNC Mills
    • CNC lathes
    • CAD/CAM

Program graduates are skilled in the areas of blueprint reading, GD&T, statistical process control, lean manufacturing, math, inspection, and the correct sequence of operation required.

These certificates allow individuals to enter the workforce quickly with strong skills or can be applied toward the diploma or Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree programs.

Why Study Machine Technology at Anoka Tech?

Jobplacement Blk

100% job placement 

Advancement Blk

High growth rate compared to other careers in Minnesota

Handsoneducation Blk

Hands-on training from industry experts

Industry & Career Outlook

Potential Jobs

  • Machine Setters 
  • Model Makers 

Salary Information:
Median Wage: $29.59 per hour
Top Earners: $37.02 per hour

Information provided is for Minnesota. See current data at mn.gov/deed. 

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On the first day of class all you will need is a pair of safety glasses.

We will review tools in the first few days and help you understand where better quality tools are needed. Anoka Tech also partners with several vendors to provide students with discounted tools.

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Jesse Oldenburg)
Jesse Oldenburg
JOldenburg@anokatech.edu
Brendon Paulson)
Brendon Paulson
bpaulson@anokatech.edu
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Matthew Rogers
MRogers@anokatech.edu
Jerry Showalter)
Jerry Showalter
JShowalter@anokatech.edu
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Craig Siegel
CSiegel@anokatech.edu

Enrollment Services
EnrollmentServices@anokatech.edu
763-576-7710

Info for Current Students

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On the first day of class all you will need is a pair of safety glasses.

We will review tools in the first few days and help you understand where better quality tools are needed. Anoka Tech also partners with several vendors to provide students with discounted tools.

Tools List

The Anoka Technical College Machine Technology certificate 1, 2, and 3 programs prepare individuals for entry-level to mid-level positions to operate, perform and basic setup on industry standard equipment.

Program graduates are skilled in the areas of blueprint reading, GD&T, statistical process control, lean manufacturing, math, inspection, and the correct sequence of operation required.

These certificates allow individuals to enter the workforce quickly with strong skills or can be applied toward the CNC Manufacturing Technology diploma or Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree programs.

Why Study Machine Technology at Anoka Tech?

Jobplacement Blk

100% job placement 

Advancement Blk

High growth rate compared to other careers in Minnesota

Handsoneducation Blk

Hands-on training from industry experts

Industry & Career Outlook

Potential Jobs

  • Machine Setters 
  • Model Makers 

Salary Information:
Median Wage: $29.59 per hour
Top Earners: $37.02 per hour

Information provided is for Minnesota. See current data at mn.gov/deed. 

Other Program Info

Loading Program Guide

Take a self-guided virtual tour of our campus to see what it's like to be a student at Anoka Tech. View program labs, common student spaces, campus offices and more. 

Virtual Tour

On the first day of class all you will need is a pair of safety glasses.

We will review tools in the first few days and help you understand where better quality tools are needed. Anoka Tech also partners with several vendors to provide students with discounted tools.

Tools List

Faculty

Jesse Oldenburg)
Jesse Oldenburg
JOldenburg@anokatech.edu
Brendon Paulson)
Brendon Paulson
bpaulson@anokatech.edu
photo placeholder)
Matthew Rogers
MRogers@anokatech.edu
Jerry Showalter)
Jerry Showalter
JShowalter@anokatech.edu
photo placeholder)
Craig Siegel
CSiegel@anokatech.edu

Enrollment Services
EnrollmentServices@anokatech.edu
763-576-7710

Info for Current Students

Register for Classes   Apply to Graduate 

On the first day of class all you will need is a pair of safety glasses.

We will review tools in the first few days and help you understand where better quality tools are needed. Anoka Tech also partners with several vendors to provide students with discounted tools.

Tools List

The Anoka Technical College Machine Technology certificate 1, 2, and 3 programs prepare individuals for entry-level to mid-level positions to operate, perform and basic setup on industry standard equipment.

Program graduates are skilled in the areas of blueprint reading, GD&T, statistical process control, lean manufacturing, math, inspection, and the correct sequence of operation required.

These certificates allow individuals to enter the workforce quickly with strong skills or can be applied toward the CNC Manufacturing Technology diploma or Associate of Applied Science (AAS) degree programs.

Why Study Machine Technology at Anoka Tech?

Jobplacement Blk

100% job placement 

Advancement Blk

High growth rate compared to other careers in Minnesota

Handsoneducation Blk

Hands-on training from industry experts

Potential Jobs

  • Machine Setters 
  • Model Makers 

Salary Information:
Median Wage: $29.59 per hour
Top Earners: $37.02 per hour

Information provided is for Minnesota. See current data at mn.gov/deed. 

Other Program Info

Loading Program Guide

Take a self-guided virtual tour of our campus to see what it's like to be a student at Anoka Tech. View program labs, common student spaces, campus offices and more. 

Virtual Tour

On the first day of class all you will need is a pair of safety glasses.

We will review tools in the first few days and help you understand where better quality tools are needed. Anoka Tech also partners with several vendors to provide students with discounted tools.

Tools List

Faculty

Jesse Oldenburg)
Jesse Oldenburg
JOldenburg@anokatech.edu
Brendon Paulson)
Brendon Paulson
bpaulson@anokatech.edu
photo placeholder)
Matthew Rogers
MRogers@anokatech.edu
Jerry Showalter)
Jerry Showalter
JShowalter@anokatech.edu
photo placeholder)
Craig Siegel
CSiegel@anokatech.edu

Enrollment Services
EnrollmentServices@anokatech.edu
763-576-7710

Info for Current Students

Register for Classes   Apply to Graduate 

On the first day of class all you will need is a pair of safety glasses.

We will review tools in the first few days and help you understand where better quality tools are needed. Anoka Tech also partners with several vendors to provide students with discounted tools.

Tools List

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Fall semester: August
Spring semester: January

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