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CNC Machinist
CNC Machinist
CNC Machinist

Manufacturing Technology-Machining is a program where you will learn to become a “Maker.”  Upon developing mastery of concepts in the program,  you will become a vital individual in the USA manufacturing community. In this program you will learn blueprint reading, applied math, precision measurement, and proper tool usage. You will also learn to operate engine lathes, vertical mills, computer numerical control turning centers (lathes), and computer numerical control vertical machining centers (mills). You will also learn to write programs from blueprints, work with computer-aided-machining (CAM) software, and learn quality control techniques.

Licensure / Certifications

  • NIMS Level 1 CNC Mill Operations
  • NIMS Level 1 Measurements, Materials, and Safety
  • NIMS Level 1 CNC Lathe Operations
  • NIMS Level 1 Job Planning, Benchwork, and Layout

*One certification paid by Francis Tuttle. Additional, optional certifications are available at student expense.

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At A Glance

Open To

High School Junior and Seniors, and Adults

Campus

Portland

Total Hours Required

960 hours

Length

  • Full-time: 1 school year
  • Part-time: 2 school years

A typical school year includes 9 months of instruction. Program length may vary based on progress rate and/or summer school attendance.

Times

Two Sessions: 7:55 am - 11:00 am and 12:30 pm - 3:35 pm, Monday - Friday

High school students and part-time adults enroll in either the AM or PM session. Full-time adult students enroll in both sessions.

Courses

  • CNC Programming & Mastercam 120 hours
  • CNC Setup & Operations 120 hours
  • Manual Lathe I 120 hours
  • Manual Lathe II 120 hours
  • Manual Milling I 120 hours
  • Manual Milling II 120 hours
  • Production Process - UR Robot 120 hours
  • Career Major Capstone- WBL/Internship 120 hours

Tuition & Costs

Costs for High School Students

Licensure / Certifications

  • NIMS Level 1 CNC Mill Operations
  • NIMS Level 1 Measurements, Materials, and Safety
  • NIMS Level 1 CNC Lathe Operations
  • NIMS Level 1 Job Planning, Benchwork, and Layout

Tuition & Fees

  • N/A

Textbooks, Supplies, and Certifications (Estimated)

  • Casio Scientific fx-300ES Calculator (optional) -$15.00
  • 6” Dial Calipers (optional) - $50.00-$150.00

Total Estimated Costs for High School Students

Up to $165.00

Costs for In-State Adult Students

Cost of Attendance Sheet

Costs for Out-of-State Adult Students

Cost of Attendance Sheet

Employment & Outcomes

Salary Range

$14.00-$22.00 (average = $18.06)

per hour

Pass Rate

90%

Pass Rate

Employment Opportunities

Graduates of this program are qualified to work for:

Automotive Parts Manufacturers, Aviation Manufacturers, Custom Engine and Motorcycle Shops, Department of Defense Contractors, Energy Sector, Job Shops, Medical Parts Manufacturers, Precision Tooling Manufacturers, Valve Manufacturers

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