Tool Maker map for 2025-2026

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Chabot College: Tool Maker

Term 1 — Fall

2 courses6 credits
Machine Tool Technology I
  • Major
  • 4 credits
Introduction to Welding
  • Major
  • 2 credits
Make a counseling appointment to develop your SEPC (comprehensive student educational plan).
  • Milestone
Get tutoring and academic support early in the semester.
  • Milestone
Apply for financial aid for next year (FAFSA or CADAA). The priority deadline is March 2nd.
  • Milestone

Term 2 — Spring

2 courses6 credits
Machine Tool Technology II
  • Major
  • 4 credits
  • Prerequisites
Individual Projects
  • Major
  • 2 credits
  • Prerequisites
Check in with your Counselor if needed to ensure you are on track to register for Summer/Fall.
  • Milestone
Visit the Career Center to learn about jobs/internships and meet with a career counselor.
  • Milestone

Term 3 — Fall

1 course4 credits
Basic Toolmaking
  • Major
  • 4 credits
  • Prerequisites
Apply for financial aid if you plan to continue towards a degree and/or transfer.
  • Milestone
Check in with your Counselor if needed to ensure you are on track to register for Spring classes.
  • Milestone

Term 4 — Spring

1 course4 credits
Production Practices
  • Major
  • 4 credits
  • Prerequisites
Submit “Request for Degree” form to Admissions & Records by April 1st
  • Milestone
See a counselor if you plan to continue towards a degree and/or transfer.
  • Milestone

Ready for the next step?

Make an appointment with an advisor to create a customized education plan.