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CNC Technology Diploma

CNC Technology Diploma

The CNC Technology program is a sequence of courses that prepares students for careers in the CNC technology field. Learning opportunities develop academic, technical, and professional knowledge and skills required for job acquisition, retention, and advancement. The program emphasizes a combination of CNC theory and practical application necessary for successful employment. Program graduates receive a CNC Technology diploma and have the qualifications of a CNC technician.

Program Admission Requirements:

  1. High school diploma or official GED scores required.
  2. Be at least 16 years old.
  3. Meet minimum test scores.
  4. Must complete an interview with the program manager and receive the program manager's approval for admission.

Curriculum Outline:

Quarter Course # Course Title Contact Hours Credit Hours
1st MAT 1012 Foundations of Mathematics 5 5
MCH 101 Introduction to Machine Tool 10 6
EMP 1000A Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development 2 2
  Total 17 13
2nd ENG 1010 Fundamentals of English I 5 5
EMP 1000B Interpersonal Relations and Professional Development 1 1
MCH 102 Blueprint Reading 5 5
MCH 107 Characteristics of Metals/Heat Treatment I 5 4
  Total 16 15
3rd  MCH 104 Machine Tool Math I (or) 5 5
MAT 1013 Algebraic Concepts (5) (5)
MCH 109 Lathe Operations I 10 6
SCT 100 Introduction to Microcomputers 5 3
  Total 20 14
4th MCH 105 Machine Tool Math II (or) 5 5
MAT 1015 Geometry and Trigonometry (5) (5)
MCH 112 Surface Grinding Operations 5 3
MCH 115 Mill Operations I 10 6
  Total 20 14
5th  MCA 211 CNC Fundamentals 10 7
MCA 213 CNC Mill Manual Programming 10 7
  Total 20 14
6th  MCA 215 CNC Lathe Manual Programming 10 7
MCA 219 CAD/CAM Programming 10 6
  Total 20 13
7th MCH/MCA Occupationally Related Elective(s) 5
  Total 5

Elective Courses (5+ credit hours)

Course # Course Title Contact Hours Credit Hours

MCH 151

Machine Tool Internship

15

5

MCH 152

Industrial Machine Applications

10

6

MCA 217

CNC Practical Applications

10

4

The content of this page does not constitute a contract between Columbus Technical College and its students on either a collective or individual basis. Course curriculum, fee changes, or additional unforeseen changes may occur after publication. Course offerings are contingent upon adequate enrollments. Please contact the school offering the program for the most current information. Academic advising is available to students prior to registration; this information is not a substitute for consulting with an academic advisor.

Last updated: October 6, 2009.