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Diploma Full Time

Precision Machining and Cnc Technology Diploma

at Southeastern Community College · United States

Duration

2 years

Intake

August

Mode

Full Time

About this program

The Precision Machining and CNC Technology Diploma at Southeastern Community College builds skills for making components used in medical devices, sporting equipment, aerospace, mining, and automotive products. You study CAD and technical drafting, machine shop fundamentals, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, 3-D modeling, continuous quality management, and manufacturing processes.

Learning is organized in lecture and lab courses across the fall and spring terms. Courses include hands-on practice in CAD and machine shop topics, and the program includes real-world projects described as hands-on projects mirroring real-world scenarios. Training covers manual machining and an introduction to CNC/CAM software, GD&T, 3D modeling, and continuous quality management.

This diploma is designed to provide the next skill set for advancement in a machine shop manufacturing environment. Possible roles listed for graduates include CNC Machinist, Tool and Die Maker, Manufacturing Technician, Quality Control Inspector, and Machining Supervisor.

Modules

  • CAD-101 - Introduction to CAD
  • DRF-113 - Fundamentals of Technical Drafting
  • MAT-702 - Introduction to Math Applications
  • MFG-212 - Basic Machine Theory
  • MFG-398 - Introduction to Machine Shop
  • SOC-114 - Conflict Resolution in the Workplace
  • MFG-142 - Geometric Dimensioning Tolerancing
  • CAD-277 - 3-D Dimensional (3-D) Modeling I
  • EGT-116 - Continuous Quality Management
  • MFG-206 - Manufacturing Processes I
  • MFG-237 - Introduction to Machine Trades

Career outcomes

  • CNC Machinist
  • Tool and Die Maker
  • Manufacturing Technician
  • Quality Control Inspector
  • Machining Supervisor

How this course compares

  • Southeastern Community College is #2,212 in the United States on research impact (386 citations).

Frequently asked questions

How long is the Precision Machining and Cnc Technology Diploma at Southeastern Community College?

It takes 2 years, studied Full Time.

When does the course start?

Intakes are in August.

Is Southeastern Community College a good university for ?

Southeastern Community College is #2,212 in the United States on research impact (386 citations).

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