Program Overview
This program prepares students for skilled positions as an entry-level manual machinist and/or entry-level CNC machinist. Manual and CNC machinists are individuals who are able to setup and operate a variety of manual and CNC machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. Students will learn through hands-on projects and computer assisted instruction, the basic skills needed to fabricate, modify, or repair mechanical and/or precision instruments. Employment may also include fabricating and modifying parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines.
What You Will Learn
- Students will demonstrate general safety precautions.
- Students will demonstrate how to use basic measuring instruments.
- Students will demonstrate the skills to operate a manual lathe machine..
- Students will demonstrate the skills to operate a manual milling machine.
- Students will demonstrate the skills to setup and operate a CNC milling machine.
- Students will demonstrate the skills to setup and operate a CNC Lathe machine.
- Students will demonstrate the skills to write computer programs for CNC machines.
Estimated Cost
Books: $195
Supplies: $10
Course Fees: $75
Note: Fees vary based upon specific registration and are subject to changes.
Career Outlook
Some careers shown require further education beyond this program.
Additional Information
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