Design, Create and Feel Fulfilled at Work as a CNC Machinist
Do you enjoy the idea of turning a digital concept into a physical product?
CNC (Computer Numerical Control) machinists turn a digital idea into a physical product. This course will help you gain experience in the setup procedures and programming of CNC machines.
Get started in a hands-on career using manufacturing technology to produce parts for a wide variety of industries. You’ll work with CNC machinery to create tools and parts from metal, plastic and various other materials.
Get started NOW!
- Cost: $1,226
- Schedule: 2 days a week, 2 months
- Classes available: Fall, Winter, Spring
Machine Shop experience is required through the Thompson M-TEC Machine Shop class or passing our free Machinist Assessment.
Your New Career is Only 2 Months Away!
Limited classroom spots are available, and classes fill quickly. This year is the year you put yourself on the path to a rewarding career!
What You'll Learn:
- Set-up, operation, and programming procedures of CNC machines.
- How to program and produce a part on the CNC mill and CNC lathe
- G-code programming and part production on the CNC mill and lathe
What You'll Gain:
- Connections to local employers
- Knowledge and skills needed to successfully perform jobs in CNC operator and programmer positions
Why Thompson M-TEC
- Focused training so you can get working and earning quickly
- Cost-effective training that focuses only on the skills you need to succeed
- Work in a real-world environment with the tools and equipment you will see on the job
This exciting career allows you to use your CNC skills in a variety of different industries including transportation, aerospace, electronics, defense, optical, medical, oil and gas, and marine.
Program Details
Dates: TBD
Schedule: Mondays and Wednesdays 5:00 PM to 9:00 PM
Cost: $1,226 (Including textbook)
Format: Traditional/Clinical
Location: Thompson M-TEC CTC West Campus
$20-25
Average Michigan Hourly Wage
15-20%
Higher Wages with Formal Training
Worldwide Transferable Job Set
Thompson M-TEC Student Testimonials
The instructor was very knowledgeable and a great teacher. He knew the answers to almost every question.
–Noah P.
The discussions about tooling, speed and feed were great.
–Zachary B.
