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Program: Machining Technology

MACHINING TECHNOLOGY -- CNC MILL AND LATHE OPERATOR CERTIFICATE

(Level 1 Certificate)

Eastfield and 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.MT.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 3
OR
MCHN 1338 Basic Machine Shop 1 (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.

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MACHINING TECHNOLOGY -- CNC MILL AND LATHE OPERATOR

(Occupational Skills Award)

Richland campus only

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  • 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: OSA.CNC.MIL/LAT

This is an accelerated, stand-alone two-semester operator occupational skills award. The skills award will help students get into the workforce faster in a specific part of the machining field.

The CNC Mill and CNC Lathe Operator Occupational Skills Award incorporates introductory manufacturing processes and skills, providing hands-on experiences emphasizing computer numerical control (CNC) setup, operation, and code modification. The skills award learning outcomes align with industry-recognized proficiencies that qualify a graduate to apply for entry-level positions requiring CNC Mill and CNC Lathe operator and setup skill sets.

Hands-on training is provided in a high-tech work environment promoting proficiency in:

  • Blueprint reading.
  • Conventional machining: Manual milling, manual lathes, drill presses.
  • Machine Setup: CNC Mill, CNC Lathe.
  • N/C programming.
  • Working in Teams to solve manufacturing problems collaborating with other members of the team.
  • Precision inspection of machined parts.
  • Prepares students for employment in the machining and metalworking industries.
Course Course Title Credit Hours
MCHN 1200 Beginning Machine Shop 2
MCHN 1320 Precision Tools and Measurement 3
Semester Total 5
Course Course Title Credit Hours
MCHN 1338 Basic Machine Shop 1 3
MCHN 2331 Operation of CNC Turning Centers 3
MCHN 2334 Operation of CNC Machining Centers 3
Semester Total 9
Minimum Hours Required 14

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.

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MACHINING TECHNOLOGY -- PRECISION MACHINING TECHNOLOGY

(Associate of Applied Science Degree)

Richland campus only

Degree Plan Code: AAS.MT.PREC.MACH

  • Students pursuing this award program are required to meet Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards and course prerequisites.
  • Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.

Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machinists and Technicians require a broad mix of hands-on metal working skills and computer skills combined with Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) software systems.

This program covers blueprint reading, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), manufacturing process planning, CAD/CAM Solid Part Modeling and Numerical Control (N/C) Programming, precision machining (both manual and CNC machines) and inspection, shop math, and quality control. Knowledge is acquired and skills are developed through textbook, online curriculum, and hands-on lab assignments. Lab work includes the use of CAD/CAM software and state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment to produce machined parts from raw metal stock, according to blueprint specifications.

This program prepares students for the following jobs:

  • Skilled Manual Machinist
  • CNC Machinist
  • Manufacturing Engineering Technician
  • Quality Control Inspector

The following National Institute of Metal Working Skills (NIMS) and Mastercam credentials can be earned in various classes throughout this degree plan:

  • Measurement, Materials, and Safety
  • Job planning, Benchwork, and Layout
  • CNC Milling Operations
  • CNC Milling, Programming, and Set-up Operations
  • CNC Turning Operations
  • CNC Turning, Programming, and Set-up Operations
  • Drill Press 1
  • Milling 1 (Manual)
  • Turning Operations: Turning between centers
  • Turning Operations: Chucking
  • Milling 2 (Manual)
  • Turning 2 (Manual)
  • Mastercam 2D Mill Certification
  • Mastercam 3D Mill Certification
  • Mastercam Lathe Certification
Course Course Title Credit Hours
DFTG 1409 Basic Computer-Aided Drafting 4
MATH 1342 Elementary Statistical Methods 3
MCHN 1200 Beginning Machine Shop 2
MCHN 1320 Precision Tools and Measurement 3
SPCH 1311 Introduction to Speech Communication 3
OR
SPCH 1315 Public Speaking (3)
Semester Total 15
Course Course Title Credit Hours
DFTG 2350 Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing 3
MCHN 1338 Basic Machine Shop 1 3
MCHN 2331 Operation of CNC Turning Centers 3
MCHN 2334 Operation of CNC Machining Centers 3
Elective Humanities/Fine Arts 3
Semester Total 15
Course Course Title Credit Hours
DFTG 2419 Intermediate Computer-Aided Drafting 4
MCHN 1326 Introduction to Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM) 3
MCHN 1352 Intermediate Machining 1 3
MCHN 1370 Automated Machined Parts Inspection 3
ENGL 1301 Composition 1 3
Semester Total 16
Course Course Title Credit Hours
MCHN 2435 Advanced CNC Machining 4
MCHN 2380 Cooperative Education-Machine Tool Technology/Machinist 3
OR
MCHN 1393 Special Topics in Tool and Die Maker/Technologist (3)
MCHN 2447 Specialized Tools and Fixtures 4
Elective Social/Behavioral Science 3
Semester Total 14
Minimum Hours Required 60

Humanities/Fine Arts Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Humanities/Fine Arts.

Social/Behavioral Sciences Elective - must be selected from the AAS Core Options for Social/Behavioral Sciences.

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.

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