Dec 18, 2024  
2024-2025 SLCC General Catalog 
  
2024-2025 SLCC General 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 Technician 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
Please refer to the Student Resources section of the SLCC University Transfer webpage.

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


Time to Completion & Graduation Map


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]