CNC Operations
Program Overview
This program prepares individuals to shape metal parts on conventional and CNC Lathes, Vertical Milling Machines and grinders. Students learn to make computations related to work dimensions, test using precision measuring instruments, machine and heat-treat various metals, and lay out machine parts. This program also includes an introduction to CAD/CAM systems and CNC programming.
Video Overview and Tour
Program Plan
Machine Tool Certificate - 29 credits
COCP 1201 Microsoft OS Basics (2)
COCP 1241 Introduction to CAD (3)
MFGT 1260 Introduction to CAM (2)
MTTP 1208 Measuring Tools (1)
MTTP 1220 Blueprint Reading I (2)
MTTP 1256 Applied Machining Theory (3)
MTTP 1248 Machining Fundamentals I Theory (1)
MTTP 1249 Machining Fundamentals I Lab (3)
MTTP 1259 Machining Fundamentals II Theory (1)
MTTP 1260 Machining Fundamentals II Lab (3)
MTTP 1262 Blueprint Reading II (2)
MTTP 1279 CNC Set-up & Operate (5)
PTCG 1225 Job Seeking (1)
Diploma - 15 additional credits
ENGL 1276 College Composition (4)
GSTP 1235 Heat Treating & Metallurgy (1)
MTTP 1277 Machining Processes (2)
MTTP 2255 CNC Programming (5)
MTTP 2260 Cutting Tool Technology (1)
MTTP 2263 Quality in Manufacturing (2)
A.A.S. Degree - 16 additional credits
MATH 1260 College Algebra (3)
MN Transfer Goal 1 (3)
MN Transfer Electives (6)
MTTP 2290 Manufacturing Capstone Project (3)
Technical Elective (1)
Click here for a printable version of the program plan.
Once students have completed the CNC Operations program, the Prototyping & Reverse Engineering Certificate is a great option.
Career and Employment Information
Job Outlook
Computer control programmers and operators should have excellent job opportunities despite the projected slow decline in employment. Due to the limited number of people entering training programs, employers are expected to continue to have difficulty finding workers with the necessary skills and knowledge.
Earnings
Median hourly earnings of numerical tool and process control programmers were $20.42 in May 2006. The middle 50 percent earned between $16.14 and $25.61. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $13.11, while the top 10 percent earned more than $31.85.
Median hourly earnings of computer-controlled machine tool operators, metal and plastic, were $15.23 in May 2006. The middle 50 percent earned between $12.10 and $18.84. The lowest 10 percent earned less than $9.91, whereas the top 10 percent earned more than $22.45.
This employment information is from the U.S. Department of Labor. For the detailed report, click here.
Cost of Program
The cost of the non-manufacturing credits is $144.71. The cost of manufacturing credits is $149.71.
Certificate: 26 credits = $4,311.59 + $1,000 (est. books & supplies) = $5,311.59
Diploma: 44 credits = $6,537.85 + $1,500 (est. books & supplies) = $8,037.85
A.A.S. Degree: 60 credits = $8,872.60 + $1,500 (est. books & supplies) = $10,372.60
Tool List
Certain tools are necessary for this program, and it is the student's responsibility to obtain the right tools. Click here for the Tool List.
