CNC Technical Diploma (Computer Numerical Control Machine Operator /Programmer)
Starting August 2008

Two-semester, 32-credit program trains you for jobs with manufacturers that use CNC machine tools. MATC's equipment includes four- and five-axis machining and turning centers and CAD/CAM workstations. Hands-on experience is provided in all phases of programming and operations.

Job prospects are especially positive. Admission to the program requires completion of the Machine Tool program, demonstration of proficiency in basic skills through a course placement assessment, or completion of two years of documented experience in hands-on CNC machine tool experience.

This curriculum is designed for those who already understand the basic concepts of CNC machine center/turning center operations and programming. All programs that you write will be run on a full-sized industrial CNC machine and turning center.

Eight courses in the sequence are taught at ECAM:

CNC-324, CNC Machine Programming/Prove Out 1 (3 credits)
Teaches you to operate tech-specific CNC machines. Covers basic concepts of manual CNC programming including linear and circular interpolation, Z axis, canned cycles and cutter diameter compensation. Prerequisite: MACHTL-317 or MACHTL-370 or industrial experience.

CNC-325, CNC Machine Programming/Prove Out 2 (3 credits)
Covers additional programming techniques such as polar coordinates, metric programming, subroutine programming, zero shift and multiple work zero programs. Also: advanced CNC machining center operational procedures. Prerequisite: CNC-324

CNC-326, Machining Center CAD/CAM Programming 1 (3 credits)
Covers additional CNC programming techniques including an introduction to CAD/CAM. Also: advanced CNC machine center operational procedures. Prerequisite: CNC-325.

CNC-327, Machining Center CAD/CAM Programming 2 (3 credits)
Covers additional CNC programming techniques including CAD/CAM, as introduced in the previous course. Starts with a review of the basic process of creating a CNC program using a CAD/CAM system. Students will advance through all of the different features of today's CAD/CAM systems as they relate to CNC machine center programming. Prerequisite: CNC-326.

CNC-332, CNC Turning Programming/Prove Out 1 (3 credits)
Learn the basics of manual CNC programming for a turning center. Prerequisite: MACHTL-319 or MACHTL-380 or industrial experience.

CNC-333, CNC Turning Programming/Prove Out 2 (3 credits)
Builds on the concepts learned in Programming/Prove Out 1. Covers additional operational procedures for CNC turning centers. Also additional programming techniques such as threading, TNR compensation and metric programming. Prerequisite: CNC-332.

CNC-334, Turning Center CAD/CAM Programming 1 (3 credits)
Builds on the concepts learned in Programming/Prove Out 2. Covers additional procedures for CNC turning centers. Also additional programming techniques such as internal boring, internal threading and canned cycles. Includes introduction to CAD/CAM programming. Prerequisite: CNC-333.

CNC-335, Turning Center CAD/CAM Programming 2 (3 credits)
Covers CAD/CAM programming for CNC turning centers using PC-based master CAM software. Prerequisite: CNC-334.