Computer Integrated Machining & Manufacturing (CIMM)
Students work in the LEAD Center’s state-of-the-art facility with equipment that rivals any metalworking facility in Kansas City.
General
The Computer Integrated Machining and Manufacturing (CIMM) is a year-long program for juniors and seniors interested in a career in the manufacturing industry. This program is a collaborative effort between the LEAD Center and Metropolitan Community College to allow students to earn dual credit opportunities. Students will be engaged in rewarding and challenging learning opportunities through coursework involving lab applications, and real-world experiences through collaborative work with trade partners and technicians. Students will have opportunities to be placed in paid internship experiences during their high school experience and job placement opportunities upon graduation from high school.
Year 1 Content
Blueprint & Project Layout Instruction
Drill Press, Bandsaw, and Grinding Operation
Manual Mill Operation
Manual Lathe Operation
CNC Mill and Lathe Programming & Operation
Introduction to Master Cam
Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerances
Metrology
Year 2 Content
Advanced MasterCam
Advanced Grinding, Cutting, and Layout Operations
Advanced Mill and Lathe Operations
Metallurgy
Work towards completion of Associate’s Degree in CIMM
Dual credit courses through MCC - Students will have choices in course selection
After-Graduation Transition Programming
Practicum Internship Experience (2nd Semester)
Credit Opportunities
Year 1
Potentially 28-30 hours of college credit
3.0 - HS practical art or elective
1.0 - HS Technical English
1.0 - HS Technical Math
Year 2
Potentially 28-30 hours of college credit - Could earn Associate’s degree at MCC
3.0 - HS practical art or elective
1.0 - HS Technical English
1.0 - HS Technical Math
Internships
Capstone Internship Experience (2nd Semester of Year 2)
Paid work experience during the school year.
Placement is coordinated between students, LEAD Center staff, and trade partners.
On-site interviews and career portfolio development.
Weekly meetings at LEAD Center for preparation of transition from high school to workforce
Practicum Summer Internship available for the bridge between Junior and Senior year
Industry Credentials upon completion of the program
OSHA 7100
Mill Certificate
Lathe Certificate
National Institute of Metalworking Skills Certificates (NIMS)
After Graduation
Job Interviews with prospective employers in March & April before you graduate.
Support for the onboarding process with career placement.
Transition support from high school to the workforce is embedded into Year 2 internship experience.
