The Precision Machining Technology Certificate is a series of courses with a concentration in the skill sets required to be a machinist. The four course series is designed to follow the National Institute for Metalworking Skills Machinist Level I credential. Conventional and CNC mill and lathe concepts are covered. Students who successfully complete this certificate program should be successful in a manufacturing environment.
| Code | Course | Credits |
|---|---|---|
| First Year / First Semester | ||
| CIM-101 | Machine Shop Practices | 3 |
| CIM-221 | CNC Programming & CAM | 4 |
| First Year / Second Semester | ||
| CIM-202 | Conventional Machinist 1 | 3 |
| CIM-219 | CNC Machinist 2 | 3 |
| Total Minimum Credits | 13 | |
2 Prequisites: CIM-101 and CIM-221
Program Student Learning Outcomes
Upon completion of this program, the student will be able to:
- Demonstrate the ability to run conventional machine shop equipment.
- Demonstrate the ability to measure with precision.
- Understand the dangers involved with working around industrial equipment and be able to do it safely.
- Demonstrate proficiency in reading and interpreting part prints.
- Demonstrate the ability to read and interpret basic GDT Y14.5 symbols.
Employment Opportunities
Upon successful completion of the Precision Machining Technology Certificate, students should be qualified to begin careers including:
- Conventional machinist (also referred to as Manual Machinist)
- CNC Machinist
- Machinist Helper
- Manufacturing Technician
- Fabrication Technician
- Entry level Tool and Die maker
- Mechanical Designer
- Supervisory positions
- Quality Control Technician
- CNC Programmer
Contact Persons
Dr. Melvin L. Roberts
(856) 227-7200, ext. 4942
Email: mroberts@camdencc.edu
Dr. Kevin Schmidt
(856) 227-7200, ext. 4517
Email: kschmidt@camdencc.edu
Additional information
| CIP Code | 48.0501 |
|---|---|
| Program Code | PMT.CA |
