Transfers ToCSUDescriptionIn this course, students will study the principles and operation of machine tools with an emphasis on advanced manufacturing processes and machines, such as Electrical Discharge Machines (EDM), water abrasive jet machines, and grinding machines. Additional topics will include abrasives, coordinate measuring machines, advanced precision measurement, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), optical comparators, and practices and setups as applied in industry. Note: Letter grade or pass/no pass option. (formerly Machine Tool Technology 107abcd) Back to Top | Print-Friendly Page (opens a new window) Facebook this Page (opens a new window) Tweet this Page (opens a new window) Add to Backpack (opens a new window) All catalogs © 2026 El Camino College. Powered by Modern Campus Catalog™ .Usually HeldMon 5:30pm–6:20pm, Mon Wed 6:45pm–9:55pm, Wed 5:30pm–6:35pm, Mon Tue Wed Thu 8:00am–9:05am