CNC Technician

The world of manufacturing is changing rapidly and so too are the skill sets needed to be a competitive part of it. Here is where the skills of a true craftsperson and the high-tech world of automation combine to form the fast-paced CNC programming and machining jobs of the future. If you like to create things with your hands, are fascinated with technology, and want above-average earning power, the CNC Technician program is for you. This career offers the best of both worlds as you will be a respected craftsperson in a growing profession.
Date:
2014
Primary Material Type:
Hybrid/Blended Course
Institution:
Lakeshore Technical College
Funding Source:
TAACCCT Round 2
Subjects:
Manufacturing, CNC Programming, CNC Technician, Machine Tool, Machining Centers, Turning Centers, Proto Tracks

Industry / Occupation

Industry Partner:
Johnsonville Sausage, Lakeside Foods, Manitowoc Cranes, Baileigh Industrial, Inc. of Manitowoc, Kees Incorporated, KI Industries, Manitowoc Tool and Machining, Nemak, Inc., Rockline Industries, William Industries, WstFab, LLC
Industry Sector:
Manufacturing -- Fabricated Metal Product Manufacturing -- Machine Shops; Turned Product; and Screw, Nut, and Bolt Manufacturing (3327)
Occupation:
Production Occupations -- Computer-Controlled Machine Tool Operators, Metal and Plastic (51-4011)

Education / Instructional Information

Instructional Program:
Precision Production (48)
Credit Type:
  • Credit
Credential Type:
  • Diploma
Educational Level of Materials:
  • 2nd Year Community College or equivalent
Language:
English (United States)
Interactivity Type:
Mix of Active and Presentation.
Quality of Subject Matter was assured by:
  • Consultations during development of instructional materials
Quality of Online/Hybrid Course Design assured by:
  • Custom Quality Rubric
  • Other Rubric

Copyright / Licensing

Primary License:
Creative Commons License
This work is licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution 4.0 International License.