Wallace State to Offer Free Introductory Machining Course this Spring

HANCEVILLE, Ala. — Wallace State Community College is offering an opportunity for students to learn more about Machine Tool Technology by providing a free introductory level class in machining along with essential workplace skills valued by employers.

“This spring, we’re offering hands-on instruction in machining through a special mini term program,” said Justin Burnett, chair of the Wallace State Machine Tool Technology program. “It’s designed for working adults, recent high school graduates and others curious about exploring a career in advanced machining.”

The program includes the Alabama Career Essentials (ACE) course from the WSCC Adult Education program to learn workplace and career readiness skills. Completion of the ACE course will lead to a tuition waiver for the Intro to Machining class that provides real shop experience in the basics of machining. Participants can also earn industry-recognized credentials, including precision measurement certifications.

“This is a great opportunity for students to experience hands-on learning in machining,” said Patti Wilkins, Director of Wallace State Adult Education.

“This program gives you the chance to try machining, earn credits toward a degree and open the door to a rewarding career in advanced manufacturing,” Burnett added.

Classes will begin on Feb. 17 and continue through April 30. Classes will be held on Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 5:30 to 9:30 p.m. The deadline to apply for the program is Feb. 13.

Interested students can complete an interest form at https://forms.office.com/r/bijTGjevFn or contact Jennifer Lambert at 256.352.8043 or jennifer.lambert@wallacestate.edu.

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About Wallace State

Wallace State Community College (Ala.), a member of the Alabama Community College System, is a comprehensive community college in north central Alabama offering more than 200 options in academic, health and technical programs of study leading to an associate degree, certificate or transfer, as well as workforce-credit training and adult education. An Achieving the Dream Leader College, nationally recognized by the Aspen Institute as a Rising Star for the 2025 Aspen Prize for Community College Excellence, ranked by Southern Business and Development among the Top 3 institutions in the South for workforce development, named a Center of Excellence by the National League for Nursing and the National Security Administration, rated the Top Online Community College in Alabama, a Military Friendly Institution and an All-Steinway School, Wallace State is an outstanding place for students to pursue their education and career goals. Classes are offered online and on campus, day, evening and on weekends, with numerous start dates each year. Visit Wallace State’s beautiful main campus located on 300-acres in Hanceville, Ala., our satellite location in downtown Oneonta, Ala., find us online at www.wallacestate.edu, or call 256.352.8000.