Machining/Computer Numerical Control (CNC)

Overview

Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machinists, or operators, program the CNC machines and load the right tools in order to create and produce specific parts and products for a wide variety of industries and manufacturers. CNC operators are employed in small to large businesses in engineering and manufacturing to create products from scratch.

Basic Machining Certificate (112 contact hours)

• MCHN.1020 - Precision Tools & Measurement                 48 contact hours
• MCHN.1038 - Basic Machine Shop I                                   64 contact hours

CNC Machining Certificate (192 contact hours)

• MCHN.2003 - Fundamentals of CNC                                  64 contact hours
• MCHN.2034 - Operation of CNC Machining Centers        64 contact hours
• MCHN.2035 - Advanced CNC Machining                           64 contact hours

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Requirements

Applicants must complete the Machining/CNC program application BEFORE they can be admitted into the program and are eligible for registration. If under 18, Minor Consent Form is required and must be completed then uploaded with the application.

Students will be required to purchase and bring to class the items on the supply list:

• Safety Glasses
• Safety Shoes/Boots
• Basic Calculator
• Textbook: Machining Fundamentals, 11th Edition, Authors: John R. Walker & Bob Dixon, (2023) Publisher: Goodheart-Wilcox,                                                             
  ISBN: 978-1-64925-979-0         

Career Options

Upon successful completion, graduates will receive a Weatherford College certificate of completion. Students can work as a CNC (Computer Numeric Controlled) Machinist, Gear Machinist, Machine Repair Person, Machinist, Maintenance Machinist, Manual Lathe Machinist, Production Machinist, and Tool Room Machinist.

Related Programs

Machinist wanting to continue their education and further their career may be interested in pursuing the Industrial Maintenance & Automation (IMAT), Welding, or Computer Aided Design/Drafting (CADD) [LINK to CADD program] programs. As well a degree in engineering or business.

Scholarships

Funding assistance through the Workforce Education Grant and Weatherford College Foundation Scholarship for Workforce Education may be available for eligible applicants, until funds are depleted. Please visit the Financial Assistance page for applications. This program does not qualify for FAFSA.

Faculty

• Dr. Bill Alexander, Program Director
• Doug Hammerman, Instructor
• Bill Foust, Instructor