CNC Machining Technology, A.A.S.
Entry Time
Fall
Award
Associate of Applied Science degree
2 years (5 terms including summer)
Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machinists manufacture precision parts and products. They often complete many set-ups for short runs to meet just-in-time delivery demands. People who enter this field must be flexible and have basic knowledge of machine tool CNC.
Students program, edit, set up and operate CNC lathes and mills, as well as study quality control methods known as statistical process control. They also learn special quality control equipment, such as coordinate measuring machines, and advanced automated production methods.
Students can transfer credits from this program to UNI and work toward a B.A. in Technology Management and the University of Iowa and work towards a B.A. in Applied Studies.
Students are required to attain the following third party credentials as a a part of the two year AAS degree program: NIMS Level 1 Certifications.
Career Opportunities
- machinist
- mold builder
- salesperson
- job shop technician
- CNC programmer/operator
- quality control technician
- tool and die maker
Degree Requirements
| Term 1 | ||
|---|---|---|
| Fall | Credit Hours | |
| MFG-128 | Measurement, Materials, & Safety (nims) | 2 |
| MFG-129 | Job Planning, Benchwork, and Layout (nims) | 2 |
| MFG-297 | Milling Machine Operations (NIMS) | 3 |
| MFG-299 | Turning Operations (Turning Between Centers - NIMS) | 3 |
| MFG-324 | Turning Operations (Turning in a Chuck - NIMS) | 3 |
| MAT-735 | Machinist Mathematics I | 2 |
| MFG-120 | Machine Trade Printreading I | 1 |
| Term Totals: | 16 | |
| Term 2 | ||
| Spring | ||
| MFG-173 | CNC Mill Operator (NIMS) | 2 |
| MFG-174 | CNC Lathe Operator (NIMS) | 2 |
| MFG-298 | Surface Grinding Operations (NIMS) | 2 |
| MFG-332 | CNC Mill Program and Setup (NIMS) | 3 |
| MFG-334 | CNC Lathe Program & Setup (NIMS) | 3 |
| MAT-736 | Machinist Mathematics II | 1 |
| MFG-130 | Machine Trade Printreading II | 1 |
| IND-156 | Microcomputers for the Trades | 2 |
| Term Totals: | 16 | |
| Term 3 | ||
| Summer | ||
| MFG-281 | CNC Punch Press Operations (NIMS) | 3 |
| MFG-287 | Manual Press Brake Operator (NIMS) | 3 |
| MFG-339 | CNC Press Brake Operator (NIMS) | 2 |
| MFG-420 | Jig and Fixture Design | 2 |
| Term Totals: | 10 | |
| Term 4 | ||
| Fall | ||
| CAD-237 | Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing | 3 |
| CAD-300 | AutoCAD for Applied Engineering | 2 |
| CAD-301 | Inventor for Applied Engineering | 2 |
| MFG-342 | CNC Lathe Operations (NIMS) | 2 |
| MFG-343 | CNC Milling Operations (NIMS) | 2 |
| Communications Course | 3 | |
| Humanities or History/Culture Course | 3 | |
| Term Totals: | 17 | |
| Term 5 | ||
| Spring | ||
| MFG-396 | Alternative Manufacturing Processes | 3 |
| MFG-317 | Automated Production Methods | 5 |
| MFG-348 | EDM Wire Operations (NIMS) | 1 |
| Communications Course | 3 | |
| MGT-145 or PSY-111 |
Human Relations in Management or Introduction to Psychology |
3 |
| Term Totals: | 15 | |
| Program Totals: | 74 | |
Optional Courses
| Code | Title | Credit Hours |
|---|---|---|
| MFG-924 | Honors Project | 1 |
| MFG-928 | Independent Study | 1-3 |
CNC Machining Technology Tool Requirements
Students in the CNC Machining Technology program are required to have a tool set for lab activities. During the first or second week of classes, a tool vendor will offer products to students at a considerable discount off the list prices. Instructors provide students with a list of minimum tool requirements. The cost of tools is estimated to be around $2,500 and payment plans are arranged directly with manufacturers.