What is Computerized Manufacturing and Machining Technology?
Nearly everything manufactured in today's modern world is created using some form of machining, whether manually-based or computer-based. From milk cartons to customized motorcycle wheels, each requires highly-trained machinists to design and manage the manufacturing process. In the CMM program, students learn the fundamentals of computerized fabrication of materials that support today s advanced manufacturing companies. From plastics to platinum, instruction begins with manual, machining techniques, and advances to computer programming required to operate high-tech CNC s (computer numeric controls). Learning and related activities involve applying knowledge of machine operations, understanding properties of materials, and employing proper practices to set up and manufacture finished products. Classroom instruction, demonstration, and hands-on experience, teach critical skills such as executing and modifying machine programming, 2-D and 3D product manipulation, understanding of tolerances and accuracies to the micron level, and quality assurance.
What are my career choices?
You will find opportunities for employment in advanced manufacturing plants organizations, specialized industries, private machining companies, and through self-employment.
Credentials Available at SKYCTC
| Exploratory Machining Certificate: 12 Total credit hours | Requirements |
| CNC Operator I: 19 Total Credit Hours | Requirements |
| CNC Operator II: 25-30 Total Credit Hours | Requirements |
| Machine Tool Operator I Certificate: 15-20 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS | Requirements |
| Machine Tool Operator II Certificate: 23-31 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS | Requirements |
| CNC Machinist Diploma: 56-59 TOTAL CREDIT HOURS | Requirements |
| Computerized Manufacturing & Machining Associate Degree: 65-68 Total Credit Hours | Requirements |
Admission Requirements
This program has no special admission requirements.
Length of Program
You can earn an associate in applied science degree in two years if you maintain full-time status.
Institutional Accreditation
Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate degrees. Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels. Questions about the accreditation of Southcentral Kentucky Community and Technical College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).
Note: The Commission is to be contacted only if there is evidence that appears to support an institution's significant non-compliance with a requirement or standard.
