CNC Machining Certificate

Additional information available on the Machining Technology Department website.

This CNC Machining certificate provides students with entry level machining and technology skills. Students learn how to construct, modify, and manage complex parts in 3D space as well as to produce 2D drawings from the 3D models, and create and edit CNC mill programs. Additionally, students learn how to interpret and apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GDT) in machining or drafting. This certificate is one of four certificates that build on each other across three semesters.

** Note: The following certificates build on one another. After three semesters a student would achieve the four certificates below. There is also the opportunity to receive two more certifications should the student pass the exams: CSWA: Certification SolidWorks Associate National Certification and a NIMS Level One Certification.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of the CNC Machining certificate program, students should be able to:

• Determine part function and relationship to each other, to include tolerancing of parts for assemblies while calculating mating part conditions to guarantee parts fits
• Create two-dimensional objects using computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) software and processes for mills and machining tool paths
• Generate Numeric Control (NC) code using G-codes to machine parts to specifications
• Set up, program, and operate computerized numerical control (CNC) mills and machining centers in accordance with NIMS standards
• Apply geometric dimensioning and tolerancing (GDT) in machining/drafting
• Produce industrial 2D working drawings and 3D models using SolidWorks Software based on industry standards to create advanced models, parts, assemblies, and related documents
• Create rapid prototypes using additive manufacturing to include identifying vendor parts to make a functional prototype