CNC Operator/Programmer Short-Term Certificate

CIP Code

47.0303

The CNC Operator/Programmer short term certificate prepares students for employment as entry-level operators and technicians in the manufacturing industry. The program provides applied skills in precision measurement, blueprint reading, process planning, quality control, set-up, and operation of Computer Numeric Control (CNC) machines for current and future needs of the manufacturing industry. This program introduces students to manual data programming for both the mill and lathe. The program emphasizes a combination of theory with hands-on practical application necessary for successful employment.

Note that AAS degree, certificate, and short-term certificate programs are not designed to be transfer programs.

Requirements

Area V: General Education Core, Technical Concentration, and Electives

NOTE: A grade of C or better is required in all Area V courses and electives.
ADM 110Blueprint Reading

3

CNC 112CNC Turning

3

CNC 113CNC Milling

3

CNC 139Basic Computer Numerical Control

3

ILT 182Quality Practices & Measuremnt

3

ILT 282Lean Techniques & Advanced Measurement

3

Suggested Course Sequence

The courses required for the CNC Operator/Programmer short-term certificate will only be offered in 8-week min-terms. Students may start at the beginning of mini-term except for the second mini-term in summer semester. For more details, please speak with an advisor or Mechatronics instructor.

 

Total Credit Hours: 18