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2021-2022 Catalog & Student Handbook 
    
2021-2022 Catalog & Student Handbook [ARCHIVED CATALOG]


Computer Numerical Control, CSC



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PURPOSE: This three-semester program prepares students for entry-level jobs in Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machining. Jobs include CNC machine tool operator and CNC machine tool programmer. This program is offered at the Chester Campus. All career-technical degrees are guided by advisory committees comprised of local business leaders.

CREDENTIALS: A Career Studies Certificate (CSCo is a program of study typically less than one year in length with a major in a career-technical area. Students receiving a CSC intend to pursue immediate employment. Students who complete this program earn nationally recognized Level One CNC credentials through the National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS).

PROGRAM REQUIREMENTS AND SPECIAL CONDITIONS: Students must meet JTCC admission requirements. New students should meet with their faculty advisor for more information.

PROGRAM OUTCOMES: By the completion of this program, students will be expected to demonstrate an introductory level of competency in the following skills:

  1. Develop a program for the manufacture of a simple part, using the principles of Cartesian coordinates and using G and M codes.
  2. Earn nationally recognized Level One Computer Numeric Control (CNC) credentials through the National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS).
  3. Read and interpret blueprints and working drawings.

Total Credits to Complete: 19


ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:

Pre-requisite and co-requisite requirements can be found in course details.

Students should regularly meet with their faculty advisor and check their degree progress by accessing advisement reports in the Student Information System (SIS) in the myTyler portal or the Academic Planner in Navigate.

Courses noted as Fall only or Spring only are based on historical trends and current planning and may change without notice.

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