Class Length: 18 Weeks
Days:
Monday - Thursday 7:30am - 3:00pm and Friday 7:30am - 11:30am
Job
Description:
As a Machinist / Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Technician you will
shape metal and various materials to precise dimensions by using machine tools. MT/CNC
technicians plan and set up the correct sequence of machine operations in accordance with
blueprints, layouts or other instructions to write both manual and computer-generated
machine programs. The technician is required to use various hand tools, micrometers,
gauges and other precision measuring instruments.
To be most effective in the manufacturing environment of today, you will need to be
able to read blueprints, perform basic shop math, read measurement tools and communicate
effectively with others using today's Machine Tool/CNC terminology.
What Skills
do you need to have prior to beginning training?
The applicant should demonstrate reading and math skills and the desire to work in
a manufacturing environment. The ability to work with others, good hand-eye coordination
and manual dexterity are also required.
What will you
learn while in training?
- Blueprint Reading
- Mathematics
- Using the Machinist Handbook
- Using Hand Tools
- Bench Work
- Layout
- Manual Machine Tool Operations
- Precision Measuring
- Computer Numerical Control (CNC) and Conversational Machine Tool Operations
- Computer Operations
- Teamwork and Communication Skills
How much can
you make?
Skilled entry-level starting wages currently average $9.00 to $12.00 per
hour, depending upon the company and the competency and experience of the applicant.
Where is it?
The Machinist/CNC program
is located on the Grand Rapids Community College campus in the Applied Technology Center (ATC)
151 Fountain Street N.E.
Grand Rapids, MI 49503
(616) 234-3800
training@grcc.edu