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CNC Specialist Certificate

Program Description

This certificate program provides you with the skills needed to safely use CNC machines to manufacture parts typically produced with this type of machinery. You will acquire the knowledge necessary to correctly interpret and perform CNC Programming engineering drawings, blueprints, sketches, etc., and use precision-measuring instruments to ensure accurate parts are produced in a timely manner.

Program Admission Requirements

  1. Present official documentation of an earned high school diploma or official GED scores.
  2. Be at least 16 years old.
  3. Have approval by faculty interview.

Curriculum Outline

Credits required for graduation (41)

Specific Occupational Courses

Course Title Credit Hours
MCA 211 CNC Fundamentals 7
MCA 213 CNC Mill Manual Programming 8
MCA 215 CNC Lathe Manual Programming 8
MCA 217 CNC Practical Applications 6
MCA 219 CAD/CAM Programming 7
  Elective 5

Completion of Work Ready Assessment

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Last updated: August 7, 2008.