Computer Numerical Controls (CNC) - Specialization, A.A.S.

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The Computer Numerical Controls (CNC) - Specialization Associate of Applied Science (AAS) is designed to meet the industry’s growing need for trained machine operators and programmers. The award prepares students for technologies, such as computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools, autoloaders, high-speed machining, and lights-out manufacturing including setup, monitoring, maintenance of these systems.

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Program CIP Code: 48.0503

First Year

First Semester ‐ Fall

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

Semester Total: 15

Second Semester ‐ Spring

INMT 1345 - Computer Numerical Controls Credits: 3
MCHN 2331 - Operation of CNC Turning Centers Credits: 3
MCHN 1308 - Basic Lathe Credits: 3
MCHN 1313 - Basic Milling Operations Credits: 3
MCHN 1343 - Machine Shop Mathematics Credits: 3

Semester Total: 15

Second Year

First Semester ‐ Fall

MCHN 2334 - Operation of CNC Machining Centers Credits: 3
MCHN 2303 - Fundamentals of Computer Numerical Controlled (CNC) Machine Controls Credits: 3
MCHN 1305 - Metals and Heat Treatment Credits: 3
XXXX #3## - Math/Natural Science Elective Credits: 3 ¹
XXXX #3## - Humanities/Fine Arts Elective Credits: 3 ¹

Semester Total: 15

Second Semester ‐ Spring

MCHN 1326 - Introduction to Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) Credits: 3
ARTS 2341 - Metals Credits: 3
XXXX #3## - General Education Elective Credits: 3 ¹
XXXX #3## - General Education Elective Credits: 3 ¹
MCHN 2335 - Advanced CNC Machining Credits: 3 (Capstone)

Semester Total: 15

Total Minimum Credits for the AAS Degree: 60

¹ A list of electives appears in the Core Curriculum section of this catalog.