Industrial Technology: Machinist Technology/Computer Numerical Control (CNC), A.A.S.

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Purpose

The Industrial Technology: Machinist Technology/Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Program prepares Individuals to apply technical knowledge and skills to operate computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools, such as lathes, mills, precision measuring tools, and related attachments and accessories, to perform machining functions, such as cutting, drilling, shaping, and finishing products and component parts. The machining option includes instruction in CNC terminology, setup, programming, operations, and troubleshooting; blueprint reading; lathe and mill operations; technical mathematics; computer literacy; CAD/CAM systems; shop and safety practices; equipment capabilities; and regulations and laws.

The full Industrial Technology: Machinist Technology/Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Program is available on the Williamson and Wyoming/McDowell campuses. The Boone/Lincoln and Logan campuses offer the general education/program support courses only.

First Semester

EG 105 - Industrial Safety 1 Credit Hours (E)
MC 121 - Introduction to Machining 6 Credit Hours
MC 200 - Blueprint Reading, Precision Measurement & Inspection 4 Credit Hours
MT 105 - Practical Math for Industrial Occupations 3 Credit Hours
OR 105 - Orientation to Technical Programs 1 Credit Hours

Credit Hours: 15

Second Semester

EN 101 - ~English Composition I 3 Credit Hours
MC 215 - Metalworking Theory & Application 6 Credit Hours
MC 233 - NIMS Credentialing/Manual Machining 6 Credit Hours

Credit Hours: 15

Third Semester

MC 241 - Introduction to CNC Machining 4 Credit Hours
MC 244 - CNC Setup and Operation 6 Credit Hours
MC 246 - Computer Aided Manufacturing and Design (CAD/CAM) 6 Credit Hours

Credit Hours: 16

Fourth Semester

CS 102 - Computer Literacy 3 Credit Hours (E)
EC 241 - ~Principles of Economics I 3 Credit Hours
MC 248 - NIMS Credentialing/CNC Project 5 Credit Hours
SP 103 - ~Speech Fundamentals 3 Credit Hours

Credit Hours: 14

Total Credit Hours: 60

~ Designates courses on the statewide Core Coursework Transfer Agreement.

This degree program provides students the opportunity to receive credit for their high school EDGE courses (http://careertech.k12.wv.us/edge/edgeCollege.html) as designated by the (E) within the program sequence.