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2022 - 2023 Dallas College Catalog

2022 - 2023 Catalog
Program: Engineering Technology
Title: CNC Mill and Lathe Operator Certificate

(Level 1 Certificate)

Richland campus only
  • Students pursuing this award program are waived from the Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards, but must meet course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Degree Plan Code: C1.ET.CNC.MIL/LAT

This certificate program was developed to provide training for participants to become CNC Mill and Lathe Operators using lab equipment and software consistent with industry standards.

Course Course Title Credit Hours
DFTG 1409 Basic Computer-Aided Drafting 4
MCHN 1200 Beginning Machine Shop 2
MCHN 1320 Precision Tools and Measurement 3
Semester Total 9
Course Course Title Credit Hours
MCHN 2331 Operation of CNC Turning Centers 3
MCHN 2380 Cooperative Education - Machine Tool Technology/Machinist OR 3
MCHN 1393 Special Topics in Tool and Die Maker/Technologist (3)
MCHN 2334 Operation of CNC Machining Centers 3
Semester Total 9
Minimum Hours Required 18

NOTE: Students enrolling in this program who plan to transfer to a four-year institution should consult an advisor or counselor regarding transfer requirements and the transferability of these courses to the four-year institution of their choice.