CNC Setup Technician Certificate

Engineering, Math and Physical Sciences Division, Room T302, (847) 543-2044

https://www.clcillinois.edu/programs/egrdv/precision-machining-technology
Degree: Certificate
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The CNC Setup Technician certificate prepares students for employment and job advancement working in high-tech manufacturing environments. The certificate provides applied skills in the operation and preparation of manual and Computer Numeric Control (CNC) machines for current and future needs of the manufacturing industry. The courses are designed to provide the knowledge and skills necessary to get started as a CNC machine operator, manual machinist or CNC machinist. The coursework will provide continued studies on basic manual mills and lathes, CNC machine operation, machine and shop safety, fundamental machining processes, interpreting blueprints and inspection & measuring techniques. Setup procedures common to CNC machines such as mills, lathes, Wire EDM’s, and waterjets will be covered in-depth in a machine shop setting. Machinists already employed will find this certificate a great way to improve their skill set to advance to the setup level. The Precision Machining Technology program is accredited by the National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) and national credentialing is available. Upon completion of certain courses, students will be prepared to take credentialing exams for an additional fee.

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