CNC Programming Technology, Workplace Certificate

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CNC Programming Technology (040)
Workplace Certificate

This program provides the foundational technical state-of-the-art skills needed for computer numerical control (CNC) programming. Applied mathematics, CNC programming, problem solving, and geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GD&T) skills are acquired. The core courses will transfer into the Applied Industrial Technology associate degree program. This program will provide CNC advancement opportunities and job opportunities as a CNC machinist, CNC programmer, or CNC service representative.

Scheduling Notes

Minimum - 20 credits

First Semester (9/10)

MACH 117 - Applied Machine Shop Mathematics
or
MATH 117 - Technical Mathematics I ¹
DRFT 114 - Blueprint Reading
or
DRFT 120 - Technical Graphics with AutoCAD® ²
MECH 114 - Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Programming
or National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Certifications ³

Second Semester (11/12)

Note(s):

¹Students advancing on to an associate degree are encouraged to take Technical Math I (MATH 117) or College Algebra (MATH 101).

²Students advancing on to an associate degree are encouraged to take Technical Graphics with AutoCAD (DRFT120).

^{3 *}NIMS Credentials to satisfy the Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Programming (MECH 114) requirements include: Measurement, Materials and Safety (MMS), CNC Milling-Setup/Programming, and CNC Turning-Setup/Programming Level I credentials.

⁴ *NIMS Credentials to satisfy the Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Programming (MECH 115) requirements include: Measurement, Materials and Safety (MMS), CNC Milling & Turning Setup/Programming Level 1 and CNC Milling and Turning Level II credentials.

⁵ Students advancing on to an associate degree are encouraged to take College Writing (ENGL 101).

* Butler County Community College does not offer coursework that leads to NIMS certifications.