When Dalton Foley wanted to advance his career in Machine Tool Technology, he needed to choose an institution that would give him the flexibility to work and take classes, which is why he decided to enroll at Ivy Tech Community College.
“It was a better choice for me to stay at my current job and take classes during the evening, rather than attend a university,” Dalton said. “It is an affordable way to achieve credentials. A four-year university isn’t for everyone.”
Ivy Tech’s Machine Tool Technology Program offers both hands-on learning and computer control machining that provides students with the education and certifications necessary for a successful career in the Production Machinist and Machine Tool Technology industry.
Qualified machine operators are in high demand and receive good starting salaries.
Dalton utilized the knowledge and skillset he learned at Ivy Tech to help him land his current job as a Precision Machining and CAD/CAM instructor for Columbus Area Career Connection.
Thanks to his Ivy Tech education, he landed the job over multiple candidates who had more job experience.
“I planned on being in this industry for the remainder of my working days,” Dalton said, “I had almost eight years of experience as a toolmaker. Then, my current job position opened up. The position happened to be for the same CTE class, at the same high school from which I graduated.”
In his position, Dalton gets to work with high school students and enjoys helping the next generation discover career opportunities.
“It feels great to share the knowledge that I learned from Ivy Tech and the experiences working in the industry with today’s youth.”
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