CNC Operator/Programmer
Erie County Community College's Industrial Manufacturing Technology Program prepares students for high-demand careers in operating Computer Numeric Controlled (CNC) machines. Students gain the skills needed to succeed in advanced manufacturing machine safety, blueprint reading, math, metrology, and proper part inspection methods as part of the production and planning process.
Outcomes
- Describe and demonstrate shop safety practices.
- Demonstrate proficiency with various tools and machines.
- Identify and describe the purpose and function of precision measurement systems.
- Identify and describe basic functions of precision measurement tools.
- Describe the importance of precision in manufacturing.
- Perform complex machine tool making activities commonly used in manufacturing.
- Perform basic Computer Numerical Control (CNC) programming, set up and operations of CNC, conventional machine tools, precision tools and general tools.
- Demonstrate knowledge of print reading.
- Use mathematical knowledge to solve machining problems.
- Develop, document, and implement project plan for machining parts.
Career Outlook
- Machinist
- CNC Machine Tool Operator
- CNC Programmer
- Machine Tool Setters/Tenders
Program Courses
Basic Certificate: CNC Machinist/Operator
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IMT 102 | Industrial Manufacturing Tech I | 3 |
| IMT 104 | Industrial Manufacturing Tech II | 3 |
| MAT 107 | Technical Math | 3 |
| IMT 112 | Metrology - The Study of Measurement with GF&T | 3 |
| IMT 114 | Intro to Print Reading | 1 |
| IMT 200 | Introduction to CNC Programming I | 3 |
Total for Certificate: 16
Advanced Certificate: CNC Operator/Programmer
| Course Number | Course Title | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| IMT 102 | Industrial Manufacturing Tech I | 3 |
| IMT 104 | Industrial Manufacturing Tech II | 3 |
| MAT 107 | Technical Math | 3 |
| IMT 112 | Metrology - The Study of Measurement with GF&T | 3 |
| IMT 200 | Introduction to CNC Programming I | 3 |
| IMT 202 | Introduction to CNC Programming II | 3 |
| IMT 204 | Introduction to CNC Toolpath | 3 |
| IMT 206 | Advanced CNC Programming | 3 |
Total for Certificate: 24
CNC Uniquely Abled Academy
UNIQUELY ABLED ACADEMY INFO SHEET
Designed for individuals ages 18 and up with high functioning autism, the program will train students for careers in machining and manufacturing in Erie County. In addition to providing the specific industry skills necessary, the program supports uniquely abled students with job readiness skills, industry tours, and connections to local employers.
Check out a video about the experience here.
