Sep 07, 2024

2023-2024 SLCC General Catalog

2023-2024 SLCC General Catalog [**** ATTENTION: YOU ARE VIEWING AN ARCHIVED CATALOG ****]

Apprenticeship CNC Machinist Technician: CA (SLTC)(CTE)

Certificate of Achievement | 6 credits

Program Website
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Program Description
The essential role of a Machinist Technican is to operate Computer Numerical Control machines to fabricate parts under the supervision of a Machinist. The technician loads parts in the machine, cycles machine and safely and accurately to pre-form a variety of functions.

Topics include blueprint reading, preventative maintenance, basic precision measuring equipment, Basic documentation, Basics of Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing, and basic operation of CNC Lathe and Mills.

Career Opportunities
Students who complete this program will be able to enter the workforce as an entry level CNC Machinist Technician

Transfer/Articulation Information
This program is set up for transfer with any USHE Technical College.

Estimated Cost for Students
Tuition and student fees: http://www.slcc.edu/student/financial/tuition-fees.aspx
Books: $70.00
Supplies: $230.00
Course Fees: $60.00

Program Entry Requirements
Students will need to take the CASAS test and pass with 8th grade Math and English.

Program Requirements

Required Courses (6 credits)

Time to Completion & Graduation Map

Apprenticeship CNC Machinist Technician CA: Part-time
Time to completion is one semester.

Program Learning Outcomes

Program learning outcome alignment with Student Learning Outcomes in brackets.

Demonstrate general safety precautions. [1,2,6]
Demonstrate the skills for Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T). [1,2,4,6]
Demonstrate the skills to setup and operate a CNC mill. [1,2,4,6]
Demonstrate the skills to setup and operate a CNC lathe. [1,2,4,6]