CNC Programming Certificate

Important Information

Disclosures

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Semester Sequence

This is a suggested schedule for a student who has completed any developmental course work and has no transfer credits.

Courses Needed for This Program*

Total Number of Credits Required for Certificate: 24*

Note

*Credit students who are new to college (no successfully completed transferable college credits from other institutions) are required to take ACDV 101 - Academic Development: Transitioning to College . This 1-credit course is designed to be taken in the first semester at CCBC. Students must provide an official transcript(s) from an accredited institution to document successful completion of college coursework for the ACDV 101 requirement to be waived.

Program Description

This certificate is designed to prepare students for employment as a Computer Numerical Control (CNC) programmer. This certificate will be awarded to students who complete the requirements with a 2.0 GPA or higher. Courses may be taken in any sequence as long as prerequisites are met.

Program Outcomes

Upon successful completion of this certificate, students will be able to:

1. design basic parts to be manufactured;
2. design parts using CAMM software and program for machine tools;
3. import designed parts into CAMM software and program for machine tools; and
4. be proficient in using two types of CAMM software.