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Certificate - Machinist/CNC Technology

This four–quarter Machinist/CNC Certificate program prepares students for employment in the machining industry or continuation of the two–year program at SCC. Basic manual machine operation with emphasis on the safe operation of a variety of machine tools is an integral component of this program. Students receive foundational training in both theory and application of machining skills with an introduction to procedures in quality control, CNC programming, set-up, and operation. 

Each required course for graduation must be completed with a grade of 2.0 or higher before proceeding to the next quarter.
 

Offered At

Spokane Community College

Start

Winter and spring

Website

https://scc.spokane.edu/What-to-Study/Hands-on-Building-Trades/Machinist-CNC-Technology

Learning Outcomes

  1. Operate a variety of CNC machines.
  2. Set up tooling for CNC machining operations.
  3. Perform quality control functions to ensure part compliance with required specification.
  4. Interpret blueprints.
  5. Possess knowledge of their role as an employee and factors that are critical to the company’s success.

Typical Student Schedule

First Quarter

APLED112
Applied Mathematics
1
3
MACH 140
Introductory Print Reading
2
MACH 141
Machine Theory I
2
MACH 142
Shop I
8
15

Second Quarter

MACH 150
Intermediate Print Reading
2
MACH 151
Machine Theory II
2
MACH 152
Shop II
8
MACH 153
Shop Math
2
14

Third Quarter

MACH 160
Advanced Print Reading
2
MACH 162
Shop III
8
MACH 211
CNC Theory I
2
12

Fourth Quarter

APLED125
Employment Preparation
1
3
MACH 212
Shop IV
8
MACH 213
GD&T/Quality Control
2
MACH 221
CNC Theory II
2
15

56 credits are required for the Certificate


1
This related education requirement may be met by any course or combination of courses approved by the department dean.

Disclaimer: The college cannot guarantee courses will be offered in the quarters indicated. During the period this guide is in circulation, there may be curriculum revisions and program changes. Students are responsible for consulting the appropriate academic unit or adviser for more current and specific information. The information in this guide is subject to change and does not constitute an agreement between the college and the student.