Brett’s interest in machining began in high school, but after graduating he worked a variety of jobs including carpet cleaning and as grocery clerk before he learned about NCC’s boot camp from a relative. The opportunity to get into the trades and start working with his hands was appealing, as was the program’s connection with employers eager to hire.
The bootcamp is free for students, thanks to the support of a New England Submarine Shipbuilding Partnership, Powered by SENEDIA – The Alliance for Defense Tech, Talent, and Innovation and Granite State Manufacturing. Students learn basic machining, along with an introduction to Mastercam, Solidworks and G and M Code programming. They also learn basic CNC Mill and Lathe setup, operation, and programming.
Graduation for the current group of students is set for April 11, and students have already toured several industry partners, including Granite State Manufacturing, C&M Precision Tech, MIT Lincoln Labs, and Sig Sauer. Some students have already landed job offers.
The most recent tour was at C&M Precision Tech in Hudson, New Hampshire. “The tour was great, we got to see all their new machines and what they’re making, we learned a lot,” Brett reported. C&M Precision Tech is a veteran and family-owned business, supplying precision engineered and manufactured metal and plastic parts and components.
Students also recently toured Sig Sauer in Exeter, a leading firearms manufacturer that supplies law enforcement and the military.
For anyone is considering the Precision Manufacturing Boot Camp, Brett advised them to “dive into it headfirst.”
“It’s a lot to take in at first – you’re fitting all this schooling into about 2 months – but the professors are great, they are right there with us.”
Beyond the boot camp, Brett said industry partners like Granite State Manufacturing set new hires up with mentors to help graduates continue to build their skills on the job.
For more info or to register:
The next 10-week/400-hour session begins Monday, April 21. Classes run 8:00 am -4:30 pm, Monday – Friday, and there is no cost to sign up. No prerequisite credential is necessary, but a Mechanical Aptitude is helpful for success.
Program graduates are guaranteed interviews with local industry partners.
Contact Jon Mason at 603-578-8900 x 1763, or [email protected].
About Nashua Community College
Since 1970, Nashua Community College has been successfully meeting the educational needs of Greater Nashua by delivering high quality two-year, post-secondary education. The college partners closely with area industries that provide students with a unique perspective in their fields of study, allowing for a real-world experience to further their academic journey. Students can choose from a variety of associate degree, certificate, and career training programs. Nashua Community College is a member of the Community College System of New Hampshire. The seven community colleges in the system are committed to working with businesses throughout the state to train and retain employees to develop a robust workforce across all sectors. Learn more at NashuaCC.edu.
