Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Operator Program

photo of CNC machines in the Advanced Manufacturing & Material Center

What will I learn?

In the CNC Operator Program, students will learn about manufacturing, precision measuring and quality assurance. They will learn basic robot operation and programming. Students will learn to use CNC lathes and mills in a hands-on environment in addition to computer software like Computer Aided Design (CAD) and Computer Aided Machining (CAM).

 

Credit Diploma

This credit diploma is designed to prepare students for careers as a Computer Numerical Control (CNC) operator to meet current needs of industry in one semester. Students learn the techniques, hardware, software, and computer system practices associated with Computer-Aided Machining (CAM) to manually write, save, retrieve and transfer CNC machine programs. Students will learn to program Factory Automatic Numerical Control (FANUC) industrial robots and collaborative robots (co-bots) and will have the opportunity to earn FANUC certifications.

Available at the Cheyenne main campus.

What can I do with this degree?

Visit Career Coach for additional information about Computer Numerically Controlled Tool Operators.

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Visit LCCC's Career Resources to find tools for selecting the right program for you and marketing yourself to future employers.

Cost of Attendance

For general college expenses, students should view LCCC’s cost of attendance