CNC Operator
- Microcredential
- Department of Applied Technologies
Build the Blueprint for a Promising Future in Advanced Manufacturing
Want to pursue a career in Advanced Manufacturing? This microcredential was designed specifically for you. Start here to attain critical skills that prepare you for immediate workforce readiness and/or further study. Because MCC is an approved Related Technical Instruction (RTI) provider to regional companies, the courses you’ll take all count toward a registered apprentice’s RTI state requirements.
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This microcredential also ladders into MCC’s Precision Machining Certificate creating a seamless transition if you choose to continue your studies here. This microcredential can provide you with competencies related to your chosen field that will not only enhance your resume but boost your professional confidence as well.
Explore This In-Demand Field
In addition to completing on-the-job training hours through a paid co-op, you’ll participate in critical classroom theory and hands-on training in an innovative lab space. You’ll learn how to read and interpret blueprints and technical drawings. You’ll develop a strong understanding of maintaining tolerances and specifications on CNC mill and lathe projects and operations. And that’s not all. Completing MCC’s CNC Operator Microcredential will lead to two HAAS CNC certifications: 1. Basic Mill Operator and 2. Basic Lathe Operator and allow you to learn the fundamentals while studying current trends in this in-demand field.
MCC Microcredentials are a great way to showcase the skills that will make you an asset to the regional workforce. These short, focused credit and non-credit programs help you gain in-demand knowledge and abilities employers value highly. Each microcredential is officially recognized by MCC and meets SUNY Microcredential standards, giving you a valuable credential to enhance your resume and expand your career opportunities.
CNC Operator
Microcredential
Department: Applied Technologies
School(s): Applied Sciences & Technologies
The (Computer Numeric Control) CNC Operator Microcredential prepares students for immediate hire and upskilling in CNC Operation positions within the advanced manufacturing industry. Entrance into the program will be at the discretion of the faculty.
The program design combines on-the-job training hours (150) through a paid Co-Op (TAM 271) with critical classroom theory and CNC hands-on training within an innovative lab space. Students learn how to read and interpret blueprints and maintain tolerances and specifications on CNC Mill and Lathe projects and operations. Students will also learn to immediately adjust CNC equipment while inspecting various projects. Completing the CNC Operator Microcredential will also lead to two HAAS CNC Certifications: 1) Basic Mill Operator and 2) Basic Lathe Operator. Students completing this Microcredential will possess a full understanding of basic CNC operation theories and methods to confidently upskill or enter CNC career paths within the advanced manufacturing industry.
Nine of twelve of these credits will ladder the MCC Precision Machining Certificate. The courses also align with various New York State Department of Labor Apprenticeship Programs as MCC is an Approved Related Technical Instruction (RTI) provider to area companies. The courses in the CNC Operator all count towards a registered apprentice's RTI state requirements.
Requirements:
TAM 131 – Machine Shop Print Reading I (3 credits)
TAM 142 - CNC Mill Set-up (3 credits)
Prerequisite(s): TAM 101, TAM 121, and TAM 131 OR permission of department
Corequisite(s): TAM 139 OR permission of department
TAM 143 - CNC Lathe Set-up (3 credits)
Prerequisite(s): TAM 101, TAM 121, and TAM 131 OR permission of department.
Corequisite(s): TAM 139 OR permission of department
TAM 271 - Advanced Manufacturing Co Op (3 credits)
Prerequisite(s): TAM 101, TAM 105, and TAM 131 (each with grade of C+ or higher) OR permission of department