Computer Numeric Control (CNC) Programming Certificate

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Academic Program Code: 970

The Computer Numeric Control (CNC) Programming Certificate is designed to help students acquire the basic skills necessary to procure entry-level employment in the CNC programming trades. Students enrolled in this program learn both the soft skills and technical skills needed to be considered a viable candidate for early employment and/or apprenticeship opportunities. The courses may be taken in any order as long as prerequisites have been met. Students are recommended to confer with a faculty advisor as needed.

The courses in this Certificate can all be applied to the completion of the Tooling and Manufacturing Technology A.A.A.S. degree (Academic Program Code: 908) if students wish to pursue further education.

Program Courses

MN 114 - Machine Trades Blueprint Reading Credit Hours: 2
MN 119 - Introductory Machine Operations Credit Hours: 5
MN 235 - Basic Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) Programming Credit Hours: 3
MN 236 - Computer Aided Manufacturing (MASTER CAM I) Credit Hours: 3
MN 266 - Advanced Computer Aided Manufacturing (MasterCAM II) Credit Hours: 3
Select one (1) course from the list below.
DR 140 - Introduction to Inventor Credit Hours: 3
DR 150 - Introduction to SolidWorks Credit Hours: 3
DR 155 - Introduction to NX Credit Hours: 3
DR 258 - Introduction to Pro Engineer/Creo Credit Hours: 3

Total Credit Hours

In What Order Should I Take Classes?

Please select courses from the Priority I list. Select courses based on the number of credits you are taking in the semester, for example, if you are a part time student you do not have to take all of the courses listed. If you are unable to schedule Priority I courses, move to and select from the list of Priority II, Priority III, and Priority IV courses.

Priority I	Priority II
MN 119 - Introductory Machine Operations Program Course - DR Elective	MN 235 - Basic Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) Programming MN 114 - Machine Trades Blueprint Reading
Priority III	Priority IV
MN 236 - Computer Aided Manufacturing (MASTER CAM I)	MN 266 - Advanced Computer Aided Manufacturing (MasterCAM II)

NOTE: This priority schedule assumes the student is prepared to take the courses listed. If prerequisites are required, additional semesters may be required to complete this degree.

Meet with an Academic Program Advisor and consult my Academic Progress for specific degree requirements.