Award: CNC Programmer / Operator, C2 - Houston Community College

2023-2024 HCC Catalog & Student Handbook

Apr 01, 2025

The C2 certificate in CNC operator/programmer technology will focus on safety, machine print reading, machine mathematics, machining tools, computer aided design and manufacturing, global (g) code development, and operation of CNC equipment.

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Program CIP Code: 48.0501

First Year

EDUC 1300 - Learning Framework Credits: 3
MCHN 1320 - Precision Tools and Measurement Credits: 3
MCHN 1302 - Print Reading for Machining Trades Credits: 3
ENTC 1347 - Safety and Ergonomics Credits: 3
MCHN 1338 - Basic Machine Shop I Credits: 3

First Semester - Fall

Semester Total: 15

Second Semester - Spring

MCHN 1326 - Introduction to Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Credits: 3
MCHN 1308 - Basic Lathe Credits: 3
MCHN 1313 - Basic Milling Operations Credits: 3
MCHN 1343 - Machine Shop Mathematics Credits: 3

Semester Total: 12

Second Year

First Semester - Fall

MCHN 2331 - Operation of CNC Turning Centers Credits: 3
MCHN 2334 - Operation of CNC Machining Centers Credits: 3
MCHN 2303 - Fundamentals of Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) Machine Controls Credits: 3
INMT 1345 - Computer Numerical Controls Credits: 3

First Year

First Semester - Fall

Semester Total: 15

Second Semester - Spring

Semester Total: 12

Second Year

First Semester - Fall

Semester Total: 12

Second Semester - Spring

Semester Total: 6

Total Minimum Credits for the Level 2 Certificate: 45