Overview and Award Outcomes
Overview
CNC operators make precision and intricate parts for many industries including medical, computer, aerospace and recreational industries. They use computer-operated machine tools following explicit specifications to produce components. These components are produced from many types of metals and other materials. CNC operators are skilled workers who can efficiently operate basic CNC machine tools. The successful CNC operator must also be able to read shop drawings and use precision measuring instruments and hand tools. They must have acquired enough knowledge and sound judgment to perform many machining operations. In addition, they should be capable of making mathematical calculations required for machining the required parts. Credits earned for this certificate may be combined with other certificates and courses to earn a diploma.
Award Outcomes
Apply precision measurement techniques
Demonstrate sawing procedures
Demonstrate drilling procedures
Demonstrate grinding procedures
Demonstrate milling procedures
Demonstrate turning procedures
Interpret blueprints/drawings
Apply heat treating principles
Machine parts with tolerance
Apply math skills necessary for industry requirements
Operate equipment safely
Inspect machined parts for tolerance requirements
Operate CNC machines efficiently
Demonstrate teamwork
Develop part designs within a group
Semester Sequence
Offered at Brooklyn Park Only
Graduation (29 Credits)
Semester listings reflect the recommended sequence. Due to circumstances beyond our control, the information herein is subject to change without notice.
2/2/2023 : BP 4308 / EP