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CNC Machining A.A.S.

CNC Machining A.A.S. is designed to prepare students as entry-level machinists. Students will study machining processes and procedures using lathes, mills, and precision grinders. Students will be prepared to enter the work force as entry-level CNC operators, CNC programmers, CAD/CAM technicians, and manual machinists. Students will be prepared for machining jobs in many areas including transportation, energy industry, aerospace, job shop, and tool and die making.

The first-year students will use a variety of manual machines, including engine lathes, horizontal and vertical mills, and precision grinders. Students will work from blueprints and follow exact specifications and apply practical shop math to accomplish the required tasks. Students will receive six Nc3 Precision Measurement Certifications.

The second-year CNC portion of the program is devoted to the operation and programming of CNC machines. Students will program and operate machining centers and turning centers in the lab. Students will learn manual programming and the Mastercam software system, which allows students to design parts on the computer and then manufacture them in the lab. Students will work from blueprints and exact specifications that are used in industry. Lab work will include programming and CNC machine use. These machines will be used for manufacturing fixtures, project work, and production projects. Graduating students will receive two FANUC Certified CNC Training Certifications.

Program Outcomes

  • Perform machining operations to exacting tolerances common in industry.
  • Prepare and demonstrate cutting tool applications.
  • Prepare, setup, and operate precision manufacturing equipment.
  • Interpret and create various blueprint types and information.
  • Demonstrate and complete machine and tooling maintenance

Program cost

Students should budget for the following costs:

  • Tuition and fees which are based on the number of registered credit hours, and are paid each semester.
  • Course and program fees which cover shop materials and supplies and are paid each semester. These will vary based on the program and registered courses.
  • Textbooks, tools (see required tool list below), and work shirts are also required.

CNC Machining A.A.S. 71 Credits

First Semester Courses
Course # Title Credits Fall/Spring Only Milestone
M111T Technical Mathematics 3 Fall
MCH130 Machine Shop 3 Fall
MCH132 Introduction to Engine Lathes 5 Fall
MCH134 Introduction to Mills 5 Fall
MCH240 Metallurgy 2
Second Semester Courses
Course # Title Credits Fall/Spring Only Milestone
MCH136 Advanced Lathes 5 Spring
MCH137 Advanced Mills 5 Spring
MCH139 Grinding 2 Spring
DDSN132 Mastercan 2 Spring
MCH245 Shop Practices 2 Spring
COMX106 Communicating in a Dynamic Workspace 3 Can take Sem. 3
Third Semester Courses
Course # Title Credits Fall/Spring Only Milestone
MCH230 Tooling and Fixtures in CNC 2 Fall
MCH231 CNC Turning Operations Level 1 4 Fall *
MCH232 CNC Turning Programming Operations Level 2 3 Fall
MCH234 CNC Milling Operations Level 1 4 Fall *
MCH235 CNC Milling Operations Level 2 4
Fourth Semester Courses
Course # Title Credits Fall/Spring Only Milestone
MCH233 CNC Turning Programming Operations Level 3 3 Spring
MCH236 CNC Milling Programming Operations Level 3 3 Spring
MCH237 CAD/CAM CNC Turning Center 5 Spring
MCH238 CAD/CAM CNC Machining Center 5 Spring

Manual Machining C.A.S.

Manual Machining is designed to prepare students as entry-level machinists in many areas, including aerospace, computer industries, job shop, gunsmithing, tool and die making, Students will study machining processes and procedures using lathes, mills, drill presses, cylindrical grinders, and surface grinders.

The first-year students will use a variety of manual machines, including engine lathes, horizontal and vertical mills, cylindrical grinders, surface grinders, drill presses, and radial arm drill. Students will work from blueprints and follow exact specifications and apply practical shop math to accomplish the required tasks. Much of the lab time will used for shop and project work.

First Semester Courses
Course # Title Credits Fall/Spring Only Milestone
M111T Technical Mathematics 3 Fall
MCH130 Machine Shop 3 Fall *
MCH132 Introduction to Engine Lathes 5 Fall *
MCH134 Introduction to Mills 5 Fall *
MCH240 Metallurgy 2
Second Semester Courses
Course # Title Credits Fall/Spring Only Milestone
MCH136 Advanced Lathes 5 Spring
MCH137 Advanced Mills 5 Spring
MCH139 Grinding Applications 2 Spring
DDSN 132 Mastercam Solids 2 Spring
MCH245 Shop Practices 2 Spring
COMX106 Communicating in a Dynamic Workplace 3

Computer Aided Manufacturing and Machine Tool Technology Tool Set

$2,100 (Approximately)

  1. 2 Uniform Shirts
  2. Machinists kit (0-1 micrometer, 6” calipers) MSC#93071157
  3. Allen Wrenches (cluster pack) – metric and standard
  4. 1” Indicator Dial
  5. Dead Blow Hammer – 1 pound
  6. 2” Indicator Dial  MSC# 76450089
  7. Center Punch Set
  8. Magnetic Base (Noga)  MSC #92257229
  9. Mighty Mag Base (magnetic)  MSC#06580450
  10. 4 pc. Combination Square  MSC#60591559
  11. De-burring Tool MSC#05751003
  12. Double End Edge/Center Finder  MSC#03293412
  13. Pocket Flashlight
  14. Carbide Scribe  MSC#7649880
  15. Screwdriver Set
  16. 6” Rigid Scale, 32nds and 64ths one side/100th on flip side MSC#78988136
  17. Standard Set Combo Wrenches 3/8” – 1”
  18. 6” Flex Scale, 32nds and 64ths one side/100ths on slip side  MSC#69745974
  19. Measuring Tape – 10 foot
  1. HSS Tool Bit Blank 2/8” 2 each  MSC#02603249
  2. HSS Tool Bit Blank ½:” 2 each  MSC#02603322
  3. Thread Wire set  MSC#03293529
  4. 6-pc Snap Gauges   MSC#06457014
  5. Pitch Gauges, inch and metric  MSC#01221019 and MSC#01221043
  6. File Set with Handles MSC#6030488
  7. One Set of Parallels
  8. File Brush
  9. Drills, Fractional, Letters, Numbers
  10. Safety Glasses
  11. Tool Box – max 26” wide, 20” deep, 37” high (minimum height 37” No top boxes)
  12. 1-2-3 Blocks  MSC#06378012
  13. V-Block Set
  14. Acme Screw Pitch Gauge Required 2nd semester  MSC#63326367
  15. Carbide Insert Holders – RH turning and threading
  16. Carbide Inserts – 2 threading, 2 timing, 2 grooving
  17. Test Dial Indicator .0005 res
  18. Coaxial Indicator
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