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Program Description
This program is designed for students wanting to complete a three semester Certificate in Precision Machining Technology and enter the workforce. This certificate is earned with successful completion of both the Manual Machining and CNC Machining certificates. Students explore all facets of CNC lathe turning and milling operations. This certificate program builds on the Manual Machining Certificate and introduces students to computer numerical control (CNC) turning and milling operations, exposure to Computer-Aided Design/Computer-Aided Machining (CAD/CAM) for 2-axis machining, lathe programming, and CNC systems. Students also learn proficiencies in metrology. This program prepares students for entry-level career positions in machining and manufacturing businesses.
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First Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| MAC 100 | Machine Shop Safety | 1 |
| MAC 101 | Introduction to Machine Shop | 3 |
| MAC 102 | Print Reading for Machinists | 3 |
| MAC 110 | Introduction to Engine Lathe | 3 |
| MAC 120 | Introduction to Milling Machine | 3 |
| MATH | MAT 108, MAT 122, MAT 166, or MAT 201 | 3-5 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 16-18 |
Semester Note: Students in the Precision Machining Technology program enter as a cohort. All students must be full-time and register for all the program classes each semester. The classes in the first and second semesters are organized in 7.5 week blocks. The classes are scheduled sequentially with the competencies learned in each class building on the students' skills and preparing them for the next group of classes. Manual Machining must be completed before taking CNC Machining.
Second Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
| MAC 201 | Intro to CNC Turning Operations | 3 |
| MAC 205 | Intro to CNC Milling Operations | 3 |
| MAC 202 | CNC Turning Operations II | 3 |
| MAC 206 | CNC Milling Operations II | 3 |
| Total Credit Hours: | 12 |
Semester Note: Students in the Precision Machining Technology program enter as a cohort. All students must be full-time and register for all the program classes each semester. The classes in the first and second semesters are organized in 7.5 week blocks. The classes are scheduled sequentially with the competencies learned in each class building on the students' skills and preparing them for the next group of classes. Manual Machining must be completed before taking CNC Machining.
Third Semester
Courses are displayed to show the fastest path to your award and should be completed in the order listed. If you are unable to complete all courses listed in a semester, complete as many courses in this sequence as your schedule allows. If you have questions or concerns about your MAP, please see your Pathways Advisor.
Semester Note: Students in the Precision Machining Technology program enter as a cohort. All students must be full-time and register for all the program classes each semester. The classes in the first and second semesters are organized in 7.5 week blocks. The classes are scheduled sequentially with the competencies learned in each class building on the students' skills and preparing them for the next group of classes. Manual Machining must be completed before taking CNC Machining.