Machinist and Millwright
Machinist and Millwright
Build a rewarding career as a Machinist and Millwright without leaving Southeast Texas. Â鶹Æƽâ°æ's program prepares you for skilled work in one of the region's most in-demand trades through hands-on training at the most advanced industrial training facility in the area. You'll gain practical skills the local industrial employers recognize and respect, translating directly into better job prospects and stronger earning potential. Start your path toward a stable, fulfilling future in machining and millwright work.
Top Careers in Machinist and Millwright
A career in machinist and millwright work can lead to roles like Machinist, Millwright, CNC Machinist, Industrial Machinery Mechanic, or Maintenance Machinist. Most professionals build their experience from entry-level positions before advancing into higher-paying work. Starting as a machine shop technician or maintenance helper opens the door to roles working with lathes, milling machines, alignment tools, and industrial equipment, while strong performance can lead to precision setup, repair, and supervisory work. Your training in machining, blueprint reading, precision measurement, maintenance, and installation gives you the hands-on foundation to grow into a rewarding career in the field.
Â鶹Æƽâ°æ's hands-on training builds the exact skills Southeast Texas employers want, opening the door to better-paying work. Machinists earn a median of $59,800, while millwrights earn a median of $64,070. Entry-level positions provide a solid foundation, while experienced professionals can earn considerably more depending on their role, experience, and employer. It's a clear, practical route to a stable and rewarding future in the field.
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Michael Broussard
Program Coordinator
EDUC II 109
Phone: 409-984-6596
Email: broussardmc@lamarpa.edu
Program Information
Students are required to take the Texas Success Initiative Exam for this Program of Study.
| Course | Title | SCH |
|---|---|---|
| First Semester | ||
| INMT 1305 | Introduction to Industrial Maintenance | 3 |
| OSHT 1320 | Industrial Safety | 3 |
| MCHN 1320 | Precision Tool and Measurement | 3 |
| MCHN 1313 | Basic Milling Operations | 3 |
| MCHN 1338 | Basic Machine Shop I | 3 |
| Second Semester | ||
| MCHN 1302 | Print reading for Machining Trades | 3 |
| MCHN 1325 | Millwright I | 3 |
| MCHN 1341 | Basic Machine Shop II | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | Social/ Behavioral Science | 3 |
| ELECTIVE | Humanities / Fine Arts | 3 |
| Third Semester | ||
| MATH 1332 | Quantitative Reasoning Or College Level Math | 3 |
| MCHN 1329 | Millwright II | 3 |
| MCHN 1308 | Basic Lathe | 3 |
| MCHN 1354 | Intermediate Machining II | 3 |
| ENGL 2311 / ENGL 1301 | Technical & Business Writing / English Composition I | 3 |
| Fourth Semester | ||
| MCHN 2345 | Advanced Machining II | 3 |
| LMGT 1319 | Introduction to Business Logistics | 3 |
| SPCH 1321 | Business & Professional Communication | 3 |
| MCHN 2305 | Millwright III | 3 |
| MCHN 2386 / INMT 2345 | Industrial Troubleshooting / Internship | 3 |
| Total | 60 | |
An Â鶹Æƽâ°æ Machinist and Millwright credential opens the door to a long career in machining, equipment maintenance, and industrial trades work. After finishing the program, graduates can:
- Step into the workforce ready to contribute. Graduates often begin as Machinists, Millwrights, CNC Machinists, Maintenance Machinists, or Industrial Machinery Mechanics — roles in steady demand at refineries, plants, and manufacturing facilities across Southeast Texas and beyond.
- Keep building on your credits. Coursework from the program may count toward additional credentials or related degrees, depending on the college and degree plan. With a marketable skills award, stackable certificates, and flexible training options, Â鶹Æƽâ°æ lets you advance at the pace that fits your life.
- Continue toward a four-year degree. After earning your certificate, you can build toward an associate degree and transfer to a university to pursue a Bachelor's degree in Industrial Technology, Engineering Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field, where available.
- Grow into leadership roles. As you gain experience and earn industry credentials in machining, precision measurement, or equipment systems, doors open to positions like Lead Machinist, Maintenance Supervisor, Machine Shop Foreman, or Plant Maintenance Manager — careers that reward both skill and ambition with strong earning potential.
With these stackable credentials, you can earn a focused machinist and millwright qualification, enter the workforce, and continue advancing your skills and career on a timeline that fits your goals.
What is the Machinist and Millwright program at Â鶹Æƽâ°æ?
The Machinist and Millwright program at Â鶹Æƽâ°æ trains you for skilled work at refineries, plants, and manufacturing facilities throughout the region. The curriculum covers machining, blueprint reading, precision measurement, equipment maintenance, and installation, along with the hands-on skills needed to operate lathes, milling machines, and alignment tools. Built around the skills employers actually use, it gives you the practical, job-ready knowledge that Southeast Texas industrial employers value.
What certifications or credentials can I earn through the Machinist and Millwright program?
Once you complete the Machinist and Millwright program, you can earn a marketable skills award and a certificate. Beyond your certificate, you can pursue industry credentials in areas like precision machining, equipment maintenance, or safety systems — credentials that expand your career options and boost your earning potential.
What kind of jobs can I get with Machinist and Millwright training?
This training opens doors at refineries, manufacturing plants, machine shops, and industrial facilities throughout the region. Graduates step into roles such as Machinist, Millwright, CNC Machinist, Maintenance Machinist, Industrial Machinery Mechanic, or Machine Shop Technician.
Is the Machinist and Millwright program flexible for working adults?
Absolutely. The Machinist and Millwright program offers flexible scheduling built around the demands of work and family, so commuters and working adults can pursue their training without putting life on hold. An advisor can help you map out a schedule that fits your goals.
How long does it take to complete the Machinist and Millwright program?
You can finish the Machinist and Millwright program on a timeline that suits you. A certificate takes less time than a full degree, while a marketable skills award can be earned even faster. Enrolling in summer terms or earning advanced placement can shorten that path. An advisor will help you choose the schedule that fits your goals.
What is the salary potential for a Machinist and Millwright professional?
Pay in machining and millwright work reflects both your role and your experience. Drawing on Texas Workforce Commission and federal wage data, machinists earn $54,930–$70,770 a year, while millwrights earn $62,250–$69,590. Entry-level workers usually start near the lower end of these ranges, though experienced professionals command considerably higher pay. With added certifications and experience, graduates can move into roles like industrial machinery mechanic, earning $63,790–$70,600. Your earnings will depend on where you work, how much experience you bring, and the position you hold. Because demand stays strong, added experience and credentials can move you into well-paid leadership roles down the road.
What is the Machinist and Millwright program at Â鶹Æƽâ°æ?
The LNG Manufacturing program at Â鶹Æƽâ°æ trains you for work at LNG terminals, refineries, and energy plants throughout the region. The curriculum covers process operations, equipment monitoring, safety, and gas processing systems, along with the hands-on skills needed to run compressors, scrubbers, and refrigeration equipment. Built around the skills employers actually use, it gives you the practical, job-ready knowledge that Southeast Texas energy employers value.
What certifications or credentials can I earn through the Machinist and Millwright program?
Once you complete the LNG Manufacturing program, you can earn a marketable skills award and an Advanced Technical Certificate. Beyond your certificate, you can pursue industry credentials in areas like process operations, plant safety, or equipment systems — credentials that expand your career options and boost your earning potential.
What kind of jobs can I get with Machinist and Millwright training?
This training opens doors at LNG terminals, refineries, gas processing facilities, and energy plants throughout the region. Graduates step into roles such as Plant Operator Trainee, Process Technician, Gas Plant Operator, Chemical Plant and System Operator, Compressor Station Operator, or LNG Technician.
Is the Machinist and Millwright program flexible for working adults?
Absolutely. The LNG Manufacturing program offers flexible scheduling built around the demands of work and family, so commuters and working adults can pursue their training without putting life on hold. An advisor can help you map out a schedule that fits your goals.
How long does it take to complete the Machinist and Millwright program?
You can finish the LNG Manufacturing program on a timeline that suits you. The Advanced Technical Certificate takes less time than a full degree, while a marketable skills award can be earned even faster. Enrolling in summer terms or earning advanced placement can shorten that path. An advisor will help you choose the schedule that fits your goals.
What is the salary potential for a Machinist and Millwright professional?
Pay in machining and millwright work reflects both your role and your experience. Drawing on Texas Workforce Commission and federal wage data, machinists earn $54,930–$70,770 a year, while millwrights earn $62,250–$69,590. Entry-level workers usually start near the lower end of these ranges, though experienced professionals command considerably higher pay. With added certifications and experience, graduates can move into roles like industrial machinery mechanic, earning $63,790–$70,600. Your earnings will depend on where you work, how much experience you bring, and the position you hold. Because demand stays strong, added experience and credentials can move you into well-paid leadership roles down the road.
The Â鶹Æƽâ°æ Advantage
Why choose Â鶹Æƽâ°æ for your Machinist and Millwright training? Our Machinist and Millwright program connects you to in-demand careers across Southeast Texas. You'll work hands-on with machining, precision measurement, and equipment maintenance, sharpen your blueprint reading and problem-solving skills, and master what matters to local employers — operating lathes, milling machines, and alignment tools with confidence and a firm grasp of how industrial equipment runs. Small class sizes, experienced instructors, and the most advanced industrial training facility in the region come together to launch your career, all at a price that won't hold you back.