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Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machinist - Machine Tool Technology Certificate

Graduation Checksheet (MS Word)

Learn how to program and maintain CNC machines.  Complete this program by taking classes exclusively on evenings/weekends, or in a combination of day and evening classes.

Before you can enroll in this program, you must have two years of experience as a manual machinist or CNC operator or have taken MAC 110.

What can I do with this degree?
Career Options:  Entry-level employment as CNC machinists and CNS machine operators.

Academic Options:  Continue your studies by completing the Machine Tool Technology - AAS Degree.

Locations:  Downtown Campus

Department/Contact Information:  Division Dean: 206-7134, Lead Faculty: 206-7132

REQUIRED COURSES

Course #

Course Title

Credits

Required Core Courses

MAC 125

Mechanical Inspection

4

MAC 150

Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Mill Programming I

4

MAC 155

Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Mill Programming II

4

MAC 160

Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Lathe Programming

4

Subtotal

16

Required Support Courses

CAD 117

Print Reading and Sketching for Manufacturing

4

CAD 172

Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing

3

GTM 105

Applied Technical Mathematics

3

Subtotal

10

Total

26