CNC Machine Operator

GOAL 1 Graduates of the program will demonstrate the skills to properly access the correct program, identify and troubleshoot work holding devices, tooling, and piece parts, load piece parts and run the automated cycle, and inspect finished parts for accuracy at a level consistent with local employer expectations.

1. Use rulers, gauges, and precision measuring tools to properly identify sizes and locations of part features and sizes of welds.

2. Analyze industrial prints including dimensions, tolerances, allowances, geometric tolerances, and notes.

GOAL 2 Graduates of the program will have a general understanding and appreciation for the procedures within manufacturing for safety, quality, logistics, and other things and be prepared to positively contribute to the production team.

1. Follow all prescribed safety rules including the wearing of personal protection devices, properly using lifting tools to move equipment & supplies, following lockout/tagout procedures, and site specific requirements.

GOAL 3 Graduate will be able to interpret mechanical blueprints, use precision measuring tools, communicate how the CNC processes produces the required features within specified tolerances, and verify that features are indeed within tolerance.

1. Program, set up and machine components within tolerance using common machine tool systems.