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CNC Machining

Online CNC Machinist

A 195-hour, self-paced introduction to CNC controls, programming, workholding, machining, inspection, safety, metallurgy, quality, and grinding.

195 course hours; complete within 12 monthsOngoing
Online CNC Machinist program

Schedule

Open enrollment and self-paced; up to 12 months of access

Location

Online through Catawba Valley Community College · Hickory, North Carolina

Cost

$2,357

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CNC Machining opportunity

About the program

CVCC's online CNC Machinist course builds a broad foundation for entry-level CNC roles. Learners study production-floor safety, workholding, tool setting, controls and G-code, metal cutting, metallurgy, machine maintenance, precision inspection, quality systems, and grinding while progressing on their own schedule.

Noncredit course completion; no certification preparation is claimed

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Where to go

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What participants will learn

  • +Production-floor safety
  • +CNC controls and G-code programming
  • +Workholding, tool setting, and calibration
  • +Metal cutting, metallurgy, and grinding
  • +Precision inspection
  • +Six Sigma, 5S, Lean, and TPM concepts
  • +Machine maintenance

Who this program is for

  • +Open enrollment
  • +Learners should verify computer and software requirements before purchase

Program highlights

  • +Fully online and self-paced
  • +Open enrollment
  • +195 course hours
  • +Up to 12 months to complete
  • +Direct online enrollment