CNC Engineering Technology, Advanced Certificate
College(s):
DAProgram Code: 0448
Program Requirements
| Code | Title | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| Required Program Core | ||
| 340MFGT 105 | Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing I | 3 |
| 340MFGT 106 | Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing II | 3 |
| 340MFGT 107 | Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing III | 3 |
| 340MFGT 108 | Robotics I | 3 |
| 340MFGT 109 | Introduction to Manual Machining | 3 |
| 340MFGT 110 | CNC I Operations | 3 |
| 340MFGT 153 | Welding I GMAW | 3 |
| or 340MFGT 195 | Manual Machining II | |
| 340MFGT 160 | CNC II Operations and Programming | 3 |
| 340MFGT 170 | CAD I | 3 |
| 340MFGT 210 | Automated Fabrication I | 3 |
| Total Hours | 30 | |
Pathway
This is an example course sequence for students interested in pursuing CNC Engineering Technology. This does not represent a contract, nor does it guarantee course availability. If this pathway is followed as outlined, you will earn Basic Certificates (BC) in Manufacturing Technology and CNC Technology and an Advanced Certificate (AC) in CNC Engineering Technology.
Semester-by-Semester Program Plan for Full-Time Students
All plans can be modified to fit the needs of part-time students by adding more semesters.
| Semester 1 | Hours | |
|---|---|---|
| 340MFGT 105 | Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing I | 3 |
| 340MFGT 106 | Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing II | 3 |
| 340MFGT 107 | Introduction to Advanced Manufacturing III | 3 |
| 340MFGT 108 | Robotics I | 3 |
| 340MFGT 110 | CNC I Operations | 3 |
| Hours | 15 | |
| Semester 2 | ||
| 340MFGT 109 | Introduction to Manual Machining | 3 |
| 340MFGT 153 or 340MFGT 195 | Welding I GMAW or Manual Machining II | 3 |
| 340MFGT 160 | CNC II Operations and Programming | 3 |
| 340MFGT 170 | CAD I | 3 |
| Hours | 12 | |
| Semester 3 | ||
| 340MFGT 210 | Automated Fabrication I | 3 |
| Hours | 3 | |
| Total Hours | 30 | |
Careers
This program can prepare students for the jobs listed below. Click on each one to learn more, including average earnings, annual job openings, and how much education people in that field have. For additional guidance and resources on career options, current City Colleges students and alumni can contact the Career Services Office.
Machinists
Job Description
Set up and operate a variety of machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments out of metal. Includes precision instrument makers who fabricate, modify, or repair mechanical instruments. May also fabricate and modify parts to make or repair machine tools or maintain industrial machines, applying knowledge of mechanics, mathematics, metal properties, layout, and machining procedures.
Salary Based on Experience Level
Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County
Emsi earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
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Annual Job Openings
650 annual openings in Cook County
National Education Attainment
Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.
| Degree Program | % of Jobs |
|---|---|
| A high school diploma or less | 49.54% |
| A certificate | 33.12% |
| Some college | 17.34% |
| An Associate degree | 0.00% |
| A Bachelor's degree | 0.00% |
| A Master's or Professional degree | 0.00% |
| A Doctoral degree or more | 0.00% |
0.00% continue their education beyond an associate degree
Milling and Planing Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Job Description
Set up, operate, or tend milling or planing machines to mill, plane, shape, groove, or profile metal or plastic work pieces.
Salary Based on Experience Level
Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County
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Annual Job Openings
39 annual openings in Cook County
National Education Attainment
Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.
| Degree Program | % of Jobs |
|---|---|
| A high school diploma or less | 66.31% |
| A certificate | 1.40% |
| Some college | 26.02% |
| An Associate degree | 2.23% |
| A Bachelor's degree | 4.05% |
| A Master's or Professional degree | 0.00% |
| A Doctoral degree or more | 0.00% |
4.05% continue their education beyond an associate degree
Lathe and Turning Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Job Description
Set up, operate, or tend lathe and turning machines to turn, bore, thread, form, or face metal or plastic materials, such as wire, rod, or bar stock.
Salary Based on Experience Level
Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County
Emsi earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
Annual Wages
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Annual Job Openings
24 annual openings in Cook County
National Education Attainment
Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.
| Degree Program | % of Jobs |
|---|---|
| A high school diploma or less | 70.38% |
| A certificate | 19.58% |
| Some college | 0.60% |
| An Associate degree | 9.43% |
| A Bachelor's degree | 0.00% |
| A Master's or Professional degree | 0.00% |
| A Doctoral degree or more | 0.00% |
0.00% continue their education beyond an associate degree
Drilling and Boring Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Job Description
Set up, operate, or tend drilling machines to drill, bore, ream, mill, or countersink metal or plastic work pieces.
Salary Based on Experience Level
Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County
Emsi earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
Annual Wages
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Annual Job Openings
11 annual openings in Cook County
National Education Attainment
Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.
| Degree Program | % of Jobs |
|---|---|
| A high school diploma or less | 66.64% |
| A certificate | 1.94% |
| Some college | 12.19% |
| An Associate degree | 12.11% |
| A Bachelor's degree | 7.12% |
| A Master's or Professional degree | 0.00% |
| A Doctoral degree or more | 0.00% |
7.12% continue their education beyond an associate degree
Cutting, Punching, and Press Machine Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Job Description
Set up, operate, or tend machines to saw, cut, shear, slit, punch, crimp, notch, bend, or straighten metal or plastic material.
Salary Based on Experience Level
Take a look at the average hourly/annual earnings for this career in Cook County
Emsi earnings figures are based on OES data from the BLS and include base rate, cost of living allowances, guaranteed pay, hazardous-duty pay, incentive pay (including commissions and bonuses), on-call pay, and tips.
Annual Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | |
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| Median 50th Percentile | |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile |
Hourly Wages
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Annual Job Openings
324 annual openings in Cook County
National Education Attainment
Here, you can see the level of education that people in this career complete.
| Degree Program | % of Jobs |
|---|---|
| A high school diploma or less | 76.09% |
| A certificate | 16.42% |
| Some college | 7.49% |
| An Associate degree | 0.00% |
| A Bachelor's degree | 0.00% |
| A Master's or Professional degree | 0.00% |
| A Doctoral degree or more | 0.00% |
0.00% continue their education beyond an associate degree