(Associate of Applied Science Degree)
Richland campus only
Degree Plan Code: AAS.MT.PREC.MACH
- Students pursuing this award program are required to meet Texas Success Initiative (TSI) standards and course prerequisites.
- Complete at least 25% of the credit hours required for graduation through instruction by Dallas College.
Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machinists and Technicians require a broad mix of hands-on metal working skills and computer skills combined with Computer Aided Design/Computer Aided Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) software systems.
This program covers blueprint reading, Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T), manufacturing process planning, CAD/CAM Solid Part Modeling and Numerical Control (N/C) Programming, precision machining (both manual and CNC machines) and inspection, shop math, and quality control. Knowledge is acquired and skills are developed through textbook, online curriculum, and hands-on lab assignments. Lab work includes the use of CAD/CAM software and state-of-the-art manufacturing equipment to produce machined parts from raw metal stock, according to blueprint specifications.
This program prepares students for the following jobs:
- Skilled Manual Machinist
- CNC Machinist
- Manufacturing Engineering Technician
- Quality Control Inspector
The following National Institute of Metal Working Skills (NIMS) and Mastercam credentials can be earned in various classes throughout this degree plan:
- Measurement, Materials, and Safety
- Job planning, Benchwork, and Layout
- CNC Milling Operations
- CNC Milling, Programming, and Set-up Operations
- CNC Turning Operations
- CNC Turning, Programming, and Set-up Operations
- Drill Press I
- Milling I (Manual)
- Turning Operations: Turning between centers
- Turning Operations: Chucking
- Milling II (Manual)
- Turning II (Manual)
- Mastercam 2D Mill Certification
- Mastercam 3D Mill Certification
- Mastercam Lathe Certification
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