CNC Engineering Technology, Advanced Certificate
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DAProgram Code: 0448
This program builds on the skills attained in the CNC BC. Students learn more advanced CNC operational skills, CNC G code programming and Computer Aided Drafting. Students will have extensive hands on time operating the CNC lathes, mills other CNC machine tools including CNC fabrication equipment to gain confidence in their operation and programming skills. CNC machining is utilized extensively in industry and operators of this equipment are highly sought after.
Related Degrees and Certificates
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 |
| 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 | Welding I GMAW | 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.
Annual Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $26,941 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $43,998 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $69,198 |
Hourly Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $13 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $21 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $33 |
Annual Job Openings
913 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
Multiple Machine Tool Setters, Operators, and Tenders, Metal and Plastic
Job Description
Set up, operate, or tend more than one type of cutting or forming machine tool or robot.
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 | $23,705 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $36,453 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $55,428 |
Hourly Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $11 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $18 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $27 |
Annual Job Openings
440 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 | 82.78% |
| A certificate | 7.64% |
| Some college | 5.64% |
| An Associate degree | 3.94% |
| 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
Inspectors, Testers, Sorters, Samplers, and Weighers
Job Description
Inspect, test, sort, sample, or weigh nonagricultural raw materials or processed, machined, fabricated, or assembled parts or products for defects, wear, and deviations from specifications. May use precision measuring instruments and complex test equipment.
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 | $26,014 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $39,705 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $70,051 |
Hourly Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $13 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $19 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $34 |
Annual Job Openings
1158 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 | 69.81% |
| A certificate | 26.89% |
| Some college | 2.64% |
| An Associate degree | 0.66% |
| 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
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 | $24,273 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $36,046 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $53,692 |
Hourly Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $12 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $17 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $26 |
Annual Job Openings
349 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
First-Line Supervisors of Production and Operating Workers
Job Description
Directly supervise and coordinate the activities of production and operating workers, such as inspectors, precision workers, machine setters and operators, assemblers, fabricators, and plant and system operators. Excludes team or work leaders.
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 | $38,685 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $65,089 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $103,374 |
Hourly Wages
| Entry-Level 10th Percentile | $19 |
|---|---|
| Median 50th Percentile | $31 |
| Senior-Level 90th Percentile | $50 |
Annual Job Openings
863 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 | 47.00% |
| A certificate | 11.60% |
| Some college | 14.96% |
| An Associate degree | 13.62% |
| A Bachelor's degree | 11.96% |
| A Master's or Professional degree | 0.86% |
| A Doctoral degree or more | 0.00% |
12.82% continue their education beyond an associate degree