Certificate of Achievement (Transcripted): CNC Machine Set Up and Operation

Below is a sample academic plan that shows you how you can complete your Certificate in a timely manner. Your path may look different depending on your circumstances?for example, if you attend part-time, choose to take Intersession or Summer courses, or have earned prior credit (Credit for Prior Learning, Dual Enrollment, Transfer Credit). You are required to meet with a counselor to set up a comprehensive education plan that is tailored to your individual circumstances and goals.

The certificate of achievement curriculum in manufacturing technology computer numerical control machine set up and operation is designed to prepare the student for entry or advancement in the CNC Machine Operator Specialty of manufacturing technology.

Set up and operate CNC machines to the industrial standards.

Program Map

GE General Education Course
M Major Course
E Elective Course
SI Summer/Intersession Course *
* Course is appropriate for Summer and Intersession, which are accelerated terms.

Getting Started

Comprehensive Education Plan: You are required to meet with a counselor for a comprehensive educational plan that is tailored to your individual circumstances and goals. Please schedule an appointment with a counselor in your first semester.

First Semester

15 units
MNFG 111
Basic Mechanical Blueprint Reading
Reading and interpreting blueprints for manufacturing technologies (Same as Engineering 111.)
    MNFG 114
    Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
    Drawing interpretation utilizing geometric dimensioning and tolerancing per ASME Y14.5M (formerly ANSI Y14.5M) as applied in engineering, manufacturing, and inspection. Suggested preparation: prior course or experience in drafting with conventional dimensioning and tolerancing. (Same as Engineering 114)
      MNFG 153
      Technical Mathematics
      Ratios and proportions, formulas, measurements (linear, surface, and volume), geometric construction, and right triangles. Basics of algebra, geometry, and trigonometry for the manufacturing industry.
        MNFG 158
        Basic Conventional Machining Concepts and Operations
        Fundamental operations on lathes, milling machines, grinders, and drill presses, including precision measurements and layout. Equips students with skills and theory necessary to enter or upgrade within the machinist trade. (Same as Engineering 158).
          MNFG 171
          CNC Program Writing
          Introductory course for manual CNC program writing. This course will include coordinate system, absolute/incremental programming, circular interpolation, cutter radius compensation, canned cycles, and program formatting.
          • Recommended Preparation: MNFG 158
          • Recommended Preparation: MNFG 111

          Second Semester

          9.5 units
          MNFG 159
          Advanced Conventional Lathe Concepts and Operations
          Machine turning theory and skill development with emphasis on lathe principles, capabilities, and operations. Includes construction, tool grinding, and turning machine operations such as diameter turning and boring, external and internal single point treading.
          • Prerequisite: MNFG 158
          • Prerequisite: ENGR 158
          MNFG 176
          CNC Lathe Set-up and Operation
          Setup and operation of numerically controlled lathe with emphasis on the application of the Fanuc controlled machine and CNC machining methods used in the industry. This course provides students with hands-on training in CNC lathe machine setup and operation. Emphasis is placed on proper tooling, machine preparation, workholding, and safe operation of CNC lathe. Students must enroll in one of the MNFG 096 lab sections concurrently. The lab requires 1.5 hours per week (0.5 units), for a total of 27 scheduled lab hours per semester to earn credit.
          • Prerequisite: MNFG 171
          • Prerequisite: MNFG 158
          • Corequisite (Concurrent): MNFG 096
          MNFG 174
          CNC Mill Set-up and Operation
          Setup and operation of numerically controlled mill with emphasis on the application of the Fanuc controlled machine and CNC machining methods used in the industry. This course provides students with hands-on training in CNC mill machine setup and operation. Emphasis is placed on proper tooling, machine preparation, workholding, and safe operation of CNC mill. Students must enroll in one of the MNFG 096 lab sections concurrently. The lab requires 1.5 hours per week (0.5 unit), for a total of 27 scheduled lab hours per semester to earn credit.
          • Prerequisite: MNFG 171
          • Prerequisite: MNFG 158
          • Corequisite (Concurrent): MNFG 096
          MNFG 096
          Manufacturing Technology Lab
          A supplemental learning assistance course that provides supervised use of laboratory equipment for students enrolled in CNC machine courses to complete machine setup and operation projects. Students are expected to complete 27 lab hours for each .5 unit of credit. May be repeated up to the maximum number of units. Grade: Pass/No Pass only.
          • Corequisite (Concurrent): MNFG 174
          • Corequisite (Concurrent): MNFG 176
          • Corequisite (Concurrent): MNFG 184
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          Thrid Semester

          12.5 units
          MNFG 168
          Advanced Conventional Mill Concepts and Operations
          Advanced machine tool operation and setup with emphasis on milling machine principles, use and capabilities, accessories, and operations. Includes operations with the offset boring head and rotary table.
          • Prerequisite: MNFG 158
          • Prerequisite: ENGR 158
          MNFG 194
          CNC Horizontal Mill Set-up and Operation
          Set-up and operation of CNC Horizontal Machining Center. Course curriculum will include instruction on multi fixtures, rapid pallet changing, and the ability to machine several sides at once with a single set-up using fully programmable 4th axis to boost productivity, cut lead times, and lower production costs. Students must enroll in one of the MNFG 096 lab sections concurrently. The lab requires 1.5 hours per week (0.5 unit), for a total of 27 scheduled lab hours per semester to earn credit.
          • Prerequisite: MNFG 171
          • Prerequisite: MNFG 174
          • Corequisite (Concurrent): MNFG 096
          MNFG 096
          Manufacturing Technology Lab
          A supplemental learning assistance course that provides supervised use of laboratory equipment for students enrolled in CNC machine courses to complete machine setup and operation projects. Students are expected to complete 27 lab hours for each .5 unit of credit. May be repeated up to the maximum number of units. Grade: Pass/No Pass only.
          • Corequisite (Concurrent): MNFG 174
          • Corequisite (Concurrent): MNFG 176
          • Corequisite (Concurrent): MNFG 184
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          CHOICE: CNC Machine Set Up and Operation Elective
          CHOICE: CNC Machine Set Up and Operation Elective