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CNC Machinist
Award:
Associate of Applied Science
Total Credits for Award:
60.00
Description:
Minneapolis College's CNC Machinist program will give you the technical and problem-solving skills needed to work in the metals manufacturing and processing industries. You will receive a solid foundation in basic skills, plus extensive instruction in advanced manufacturing processes. You will practice the art of traditional machining while you learn the applications of computers, including: computer-integrated machining, computer aided design and manufacturing, and computer programming. You will be trained in important safety and measurement techniques, learn how to interpret detailed blueprints, and perform key mathematical calculations. You will receive hands-on experience as you perform the turning, milling, drilling and grinding concepts learned in the classroom. In addition, you will have the opportunity to work with other class members on team projects to develop valuable teamwork and communications skills that reflect those needed in the industrial setting.
COURSE REQUIREMENTS: FIRST SEMESTER:
First Semester Fall
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COURSE #
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TITLE
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CREDITS
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GOAL AREA(S)
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MTTC 1015
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Applied Machine Shop Math 1
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2
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MTTC 1100
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Introduction to Lathes
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5
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MTTC 1105
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Introduction to Milling
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6
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MTTC 1110
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Blueprint Reading
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3
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TOTAL CREDITS:
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16
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COURSE REQUIREMENTS: SECOND SEMESTER:
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COURSE #
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TITLE
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CREDITS
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GOAL AREA(S)
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MTTC 1500
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Advanced Lathe and Introduction to CNC
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4
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MTTC 1505
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Advanced Milling and Introduction to CNC
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5
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MTTC 1515
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Applied Machine Shop Math 2
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2
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MTTC 2020
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Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing
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2
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General Education
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Choose a course from any of the MnTC Goal Areas
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3
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Varies |
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TOTAL CREDITS:
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16
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COURSE REQUIREMENTS: THIRD SEMESTER:
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COURSE #
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TITLE
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CREDITS
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GOAL AREA(S)
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MTTC 2005
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Precision Grinding
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4
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MTTC 2030
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CNC Programming and Operational Concepts
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6
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General Education
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Choose courses from any MnTC Goal Areas
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6
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Varies |
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TOTAL CREDITS:
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16
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COURSE REQUIREMENTS: FOURTH SEMESTER:
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COURSE #
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TITLE
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CREDITS
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GOAL AREA(S)
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MTTC 2100
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CNC Machine Setup and Operation
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6
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General Education
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Choose six credits from any MnTC Goal Areas
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6
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Varies |
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TOTAL CREDITS:
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12
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General Education Courses (15 Credits)
To complete the CNC Machinist, AAS degree, students are required to successfully complete fifteen credits of General Education coursework. This coursework must be selected from at least three of the 10 MnTC Goal Areas.
All students pursuing this award should work closely with their advisor to ensure proper selection of required program courses, if applicable program electives, required Minnesota Transfer Curriculum courses, and MnTC electives. You are expected to meet with your advisor on a regular basis to ensure courses are taken in an order that will lead to efficient and successful completion of the required coursework.