Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Operator

Certificate

Learn fundamental skills in machine shop operations, including CNC operation, positioning and coordinate systems, and finished part inspection. This certificate program incorporates theory and hand-on learning techniques to prepare students for entry-level positions in factories and machine shops.

Title IV Financial Aid eligible:  Yes

Careers

Completing this program can lead to employment in a variety of different careers.  Here are some examples of occupations related to this program with associated Pima County-based annual median wages.  Some careers may require additional education or training. Source: EMSI

Occupation	Annual Median Wage
Machinist (Entry)	$42,540
Computer-Controlled Machine Tool Operators (Entry)	$40,394
Metal & Plastic Workers (Entry)	$38,600

Academic Options

Take classes toward earning the Machining Inspection & Quality Assurance certificate or the Machine Tool Technology AAS program

Program Requirement 2020-2021

Required Core Courses

A grade of C or better is required for graduation.

Course #	Course Title	Credits
CAD 117	Print Reading with CAD for Manufacturing	4
CAD 172	Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing	3
GTM 105	Applied Technical Mathematics	3
MAC 100	Introduction to Machine Tool	3
MAC 125	Inspection Quality Assurance	4
MAC 150	Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Mill Programming I	4
MAC 155	Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Mill Programming II	4
MAC 160	Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Lathe Programming	4
Total		29

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Program/Major/Concentration Codes: CRTCNO/CNO
Gainful Employment Disclosure

www.pima.edu/cnc-operator-cert