Computer Numerical Control - Certificate of Achievement

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Program Code: CTZ.35866

Delta College offers a Certificate of Achievement in Computer Numerical Control (CNC) that includes four core courses with additional supporting classes. Computer Numerical Control programmers/operators can work with a wide variety of CNC machine tools although many specialize in one or two types. Specific duties may include: studying blueprints or sketches; building tooling, jigs, or fixtures; programming and editing; machine work pieces; inspecting and certifying product for dimensional accuracy; and light duty repair and maintenance of the CNC machine.

Fall First Year:

DRF 121 - Blueprint Reading Credits: 3 ²
MIT 118 - Safety Practices and Procedures Credits: 2 ⁵
MS 113 - Introduction to Machining Processes Credits: 2 ³

Total Semester Credits: 7

Winter First Year:

CAD 120 - Introduction to CAM Credits: 3 ⁵
CNC 162 - Computer Numerical Control Theory Credits: 4 ¹
MS 181W - Machine Tools I Credits: 4 ⁴

Total Semester Credits: 11

Total Credits: 18

Notations

CREDITS EARNED FOR THIS CERTIFICATE MAY BE APPLIED TOWARDS COMPLETIONS OF: A CNC ADVANCED CERTIFICATE; OR THE MANUFACTURING AND INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY AAS DEGREE; OR THE MECHANICAL ENGINEERING TECHNOLOGY AAS DEGREE.

A grade of "C" (2.0) or higher is required in all courses for the certificate.
CNC 162 is a Key course and must be completed with 5 years of completing certificate. Failure to complete within the stated time frame will require you to repeat this course. See Graduation Requirements .
It is highly recommended that students job shadow to get a full understanding of employment in this area. Please see the program coordinator for these opportunities.
File an application for an associate or dual degree and/or certificate with the Registrar's Office by at least 3 months prior to expected graduation. See Graduation Requirements .
Delta College reserves the right to modify graduation requirements.
1. SKCN 162 may be taken in place of CNC 162
2. SKDR 101 may be taken in place of DRF 121
3. SKTR 113 may be taken in place of MS 113
4. SKTR 181W may be taken in place of MS 181W
5. SKCA 120 , MTH 103 , SKMA 103 or any approved intermediate Algebra course may be taken in place of MIT 118 or CAD 120