Robert C. Byrd Institute for Advanced Flexible Manufacturing
Machinist Technology/CNC Program
Huntington & Bridgeport, West Virginia
Application Instructions
This packet of information will help you through the application process for the Machinist
Technology/CNC Program at the Robert C. Byrd Institute for Advanced Flexible
Manufacturing (RCBI). Please note that the RCBI Machinist Technology/CNC Program
is not an open enrollment program. An entrance assessment is administered and
evaluated to determine an applicant’s eligibility to enroll in the program.
In this packet you will find:
A check-off sheet of information you need to provide.
An application for the RCBI Machinist Technology/CNC Program.
An overview of the Program.
A course summary.
Please use the check-off sheet as you gather information or complete a task that is
requested for consideration in the program.
Complete the RCBI application in full. If any of the information requested on the
application does not apply to you, fill in the blank with “NA” (Not Applicable).
Read the fact sheet carefully. It explains:
National Institute for Metalworking Skills Credentialing.
Hours required for Associate of Applied Science Degree.
Approximate cost of the program per semester.
The length of the program.
Contact Information.
All applicants are required to submit their high school transcripts, college transcripts and
attendance records. In addition applicants are required to take an entrance assessment
and interview with RCBI staff. After review of your complete application, you will be
contacted to schedule the interview and take the entrance assessment.
Thank you for your interest in the RCBI Machinist Technology/CNC Program.
RCBI is committed to providing a quality workforce for the manufacturing community.
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Machinist Technology/CNC Program
Student Admission Checklist
ACTIVITY
COMMENTS
OFFICE TO CONTACT FOR INFORMATION
Schedule Shop Tour
Call appropriate location to
schedule
Toll Free 800.469.RCBI(7224)
Questions and schedule tour:
Huntington: Tracy Straub- 304.781.1678
tstraub@rcbi.org
Bridgeport: Laurie McCormick - 304.848.2283
LMcCormick@rcbi.org
Complete RCBI
application
Mail, fax or complete on-line at
http://www.rcbi.org/MTPApp
Remember to note
location for training
Mountwest
Community &
Technical College
Application
RCBI Machinist Technology/CNC Program
1050 Fourth Avenue
Huntington, WV 25701
Attached Application can be
completed and returned to RCBI
with appropriate application fee(s)
or mailed directly to MCTC
MCTC
Office of Student Services
Admissions Office
One Mountwest Way
Huntington, WV 25701
FAX: 304.781.1623
Apply online and the enrollment fee is waived.
http://mctc.edu/admissions/enrollment-application/
There is a $15 enrollment fee for mailed applications and an
additional $10 fee for college transcripts (college transcript
fee cannot be waived) Check or money order should be made
out to MCTC.
Check Machinist Technology, CM80 as the intended program
of study.
Please ensure application is signed and dated.
Official High School
Transcripts
Official Transcripts must be
received in a sealed envelope that
is mailed directly to:
Contact your High School Counselor or Board office for HS
transcripts. Have all OFFICIAL Transcripts sent directly from
issuing institution.
Official GED
Official College
Transcripts
MCTC
Office of Student Services
Admissions Office
One Mountwest Way
Huntington, WV 25701
Free Application for
Federal Student Aid
https://fafsa.ed.gov
use school code: 040414 for MCTC
We suggest you create an account on
www.CFWV.com and link to FAFSA website as well as other
scholarship and financial opportunities
RCBI Admissions
Assessment
August (Prior to school starting,
date to be determined.)
Students will participate in an Admissions Assessment to
ensure all documents are in order prior to starting classes.
Students are required to take a math assessment to evaluate
their math skills prior to starting the program.
GED – Contact state office for official GED release form. Please
have them sent directly from State office:
West Virginia State forms can be obtained at:
http://wvde.state.wv.us/ged/ged_scores_transcripts.html
To evaluate Prior College courses contact registrar at college
attended and request an OFFICIAL COPY of your transcripts be
mailed directly to MCTC.
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ENROLLMENT APPLICATION
Section 1.01
Check one
Program of Interest
Section 1.02
Check one
Machinist Technology/CNC Associate of Applied Science
Machinist Technology Skill Set Certificate
CNC Skill Set Certificate
CNC Programmer Fast-Track Program
Machinist Group Apprenticeship
Section 1.03
Location of Attendance
Huntington (MCTC)
Bridgeport (MCTC)
Charleston
Other - Specify
General Information
Name
Address
City
State
Home phone
Cell Phone
Zip
E-mail
Social Security Number (final four digits only)
Date of Birth
Parent/Nearest Relative
Home Phone
Section 1.04
Cell phone
Prior Education
High School Graduate
General Education Diploma (GED)
Prior College or University Studies
High School
City
State
Year of graduation or years completed
GPA
GED Year of completion
City
State
College/University Attended
City
State
Major Field of Study
Years attended
GPA
Degrees or Certifications Earned
Funding (Check all that apply)
Section 1.05
Self Pay
Financial Aid
Section 1.06
Signature
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TAA
WIA
VA
Employer
Other – please specify
Sign and Date
Date
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Robert C. Byrd Institute for Advanced Flexible Manufacturing
Machinist Technology/CNC Program
Huntington, West Virginia & Bridgeport, West Virginia
The RCBI Machinist Technology/CNC Program
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Prepares individuals for nationally certified, entry-level machinist using conventional and computer-controlled
equipment positions immediately upon completion – and the opportunity to advance personal careers and job
opportunities by enhancing their skill sets.
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Is available to all individuals, employed individuals, veterans and dislocated workers.
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Is designed in accordance with standards and workforce practices of the manufacturing industry as well as
national standards established by the National Institute for Metalworking Skills, Inc. (NIMS).
The RCBI program offers
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Technical courses including metalworking theory, blueprint reading, mathematics, communication and
organizational skills, safety, precision measurements and introductory computer-numerical-control (CNC)
machining.
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Specialized training in a hands-on laboratory setting that allows individuals to become skilled operators of
production equipment commonly found in a basic machine shop.
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Preparation for earning credentials from NIMS.
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An opportunity to earn an Associate Degree. You must be admitted to Mountwest Community & Technical
College (MCTC) to be eligible for the Associate Degree option. Sixty (60) credit hours will be awarded by the
MCTC for all the RCBI metalworking courses, up to ten (10) NIMS credentials and the required general
education classes.
RCBI program facts
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Participants are afforded the opportunity to earn national certifications/ credentials from NIMS.
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RCBI has designed and equipped state-of-the-industry classrooms and shop-floor labs for individuals enrolled
in the program.
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RCBI has a staff of experienced machinists to teach machining skills and supervise the hands-on laboratory
set up in a shop-floor environment. Class sizes are kept small, affording each student individual attention and
meaningful interaction with our experienced instructors.
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The length of the program is four semesters.
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Program cost is based on tuition rates and lab fees established by the MCTC. Financial assistance may be
available through the MCTC for those who qualify.
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Class hours and shop training occur Monday through Friday from 8:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. Times are subject to
change.
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An orientation session will be scheduled for individuals considered for the program.
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Classes are conducted at RCBI Advanced Manufacturing Technology Centers in Huntington at 1050 Fourth
Avenue and in Bridgeport at 2400 East Benedum Industrial Drive.
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For more information, contact a recruiter at 304.781.1678 or 800.469.RCBI (7224). Or you may send an e-mail
to machinistprogram@rcbi.org.
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MT and CNC Machinist Programs
Associate Degree
MAT 135
MT 105
MT 200
MT 205
MT 121
First Semester
3
2
3
3
4
Second Semester
IT 101
3
MT 215
MT 233
10
4
15 credits
EC 102
MFE 220
MT 241
MT 244
Third Semester
3
4
4
4
15 credits
Machinist Courses
MT 105 - Industrial Safety
MT 121 - Introduction to Machining
MT 200 - Blueprint Reading
MT 205 - Precision Measurement
MT 215 - Metalworking Theory & Application
MT 233 - NIMS Credentialing/MT Projects
MT 241 - Introduction to CNC Machining
MT 244 - CNC Set/up Operation
MT 246 - Computer Aided Manufacturing
MT 248 - NIMS Credentialing/CNC Projects
17 credits
Fourth Semester
COM 125
ENL 231
3
3
MT 246
MT 248
4
4
14 credits
General Education Courses
IT 101 - Fundamentals of Computers
EC 102 - Basic Economics
COM 125 - Interpersonal Communication
MAT 135 - Mathematics for Machinist Technology
ENL 231 - Technical Report Writing
MFE 220 - Computer Aided Design
Components of the Associate Degree Plan
* 60 course credits
* 41 Machinist-course credits
* 19 General-education-course credits
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