The Laney College CNC Machining CA is a career education program which prepares students for work as a CNC machinist, CNC machine operator, CNC setup technician or CNC programmer. The certificate builds upon knowledge gained and skills developed in the Basic Manufacturing certificate. Students achieve competency in the setup, operation and programming of computer numerically controlled (CNC) machine tools, such as 3-axis mills and 2-axis lathes, but also more advanced 5-axis machining centers and turning centers with live tooling. The coursework includes G-code programming as well as programming with CAM software.

Program Learning Outcomes

Upon completion of this program a student will be able to:

🗸 Demonstrate safe work procedures while operating CNC machine tools, as well as use of personal protective equipment and disposal of hazardous materials.

🗸 Develop a foundation of skills for setup, operation and programming of CNC machine tools to manufacture complex parts which meet engineering specifications. This includes 3-axis mills and 2-axis lathes, as well as 5-axis machining centers and turning centers with live tooling. It also includes common measuring tools and specialty setup equipment.

🗸 Demonstrate technical literacy in reading and writing technical documents, determining required specifications based on engineering drawings, applying mathematics in problem solving and programming in G-code and using CAM software.