Aiken Technical College and Rolls-Royce Power Systems have collaborated to create a new pre-apprenticeship program.
An information session will be held on Thursday, Nov. 6, for the new pre-apprenticeship machine tool technology pathway, which will launch in January 2026 and be offered through the college’s Office of Continuing Education.
The information session will begin at 5:30 p.m. and take place in Building F, Room 117-A. Those interested in participating should RSVP at https://bit.ly/4mLvZRK.
During the information session, attendees will learn about the new program, hear from reps from Aiken Tech and Rolls-Royce Power Systems, and have the opportunity to complete the enrollment paperwork. The program will be offered at no cost for eligible South Carolina residents. Additional information about the no-cost opportunity will also be shared.



The pre-apprenticeship program will help prepare students for a future career in precision manufacturing and machining. During the program, students will learn about:
- Precision measurement
- Material handling
- Job planning
- Drill press
- Manual milling
- Turning
- Metal cutting
- CNC programming and operations
- Grinding skills
For more information about the session or the pre-apprenticeship machine tool technology program, contact Patricia Whitfield at whitfiep@atc.edu or (803) 508-7362.

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