CNC Setup and Operations Certificate

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Program Information

  • Location: Downtown Milwaukee Campus, Oak Creek Campus
  • Pathway: Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation
  • Program Code: 61-420-3
  • Offering: In-class
  • Degree Type: Certificate
  • Start Dates: August/January

About the CNC Setup and Operations Certificate

DESCRIPTION

This is an accelerated, stand-alone short-term certificate to help students get into the workforce faster in a specific part of the machining field. Workplace opportunities will depend on which machines the student will be able to run based on the training received.

After completing this certificate, your credits can be applied toward earning the Machine Tool Operations technical diploma, Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Technician technical diploma or the Tool and Die Making technical diploma.

 

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Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Technician

MATC’s equipment includes industrial-based CNC machining centers and turning centers, and computer-aided design/computer-aided manufacturing (CAD/CAM) workstations. Students gain hands-on experience in all phases of programming and operations.

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Tool and Die Making

This is a four-semester, full-time, day program; the first two semesters are common with the one-year Machine Tool Operations program. All courses within the first year are based on the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) Machining Level One Skill Standards in nine separate skill areas. During the third and fourth semesters, students learn how to build and sample basic stamping dies and plastic injection molds.

Detailed Program Information

2024-25 Curriculum

Course Course Name Credits
MACHTL-309

Manual Vertical Milling Machine 1

3
MACHTL-310 Manual Vertical Milling Machine 2 ‡ 3
MACHTL-360

Metrology

1
MACHTL-384 Machine Trades Mathematics 1 1
MDRAFT-385 Machine Blueprint Reading 1 1
MACHTL-304 Introduction to CNC Programming ‡ 1
MACHTL-322

Introduction to CNC Vertical Machining Centers ‡

4
MACHTL-385 Machine Trades Mathematics 2 ‡ 1
MDRAFT-386 Machine Blueprint Reading 2 ‡ 1

TOTAL CREDITS

16

‡ Prerequisite required.

Program curriculum requirements are subject to change.

All credits must be earned at MATC with a 2.0 cumulative GPA or higher. Upon completion of the certificate's requirements, the student's transcript is notated with the credential earned.

Some certificates can be earned while completing associate degrees and/or technical diplomas that are eligible for financial aid. Certificate programs alone are not eligible for financial aid; consult an MATC advisor for information.

Current MATC students should consult their Academic Program Plan for specific curriculum requirements.

Search for available classes now (link) to see course descriptions, class times and locations.

Already a student? You can visit Self-Service (link) and choose Student Planning to register for classes.

2024-2025 Program Flyer

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Important Dates

Deadlines and important dates can be found on:
Cost & Aid Deadlines

Also, you can find dates and deadlines on the MATC Events Calendar

Career Outlook

Large and small manufacturers employ CNC machine operators/programmers, and due to the high number of industrial companies in southeastern Wisconsin, there is a need for skilled people. There also is an ongoing need for highly skilled metalworkers. 

POSSIBLE CAREERS

  • CNC Machine Operator
  • Tool and Die Maker
  • Apprenticeship

Admission Requirements

A high school diploma or GED recommended.

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QUESTIONS?

Manufacturing, Construction & Transportation Academic & Career Pathway
414-297-8901
mctpathway@matc.edu

 

Last updated: 07/16/2024