In the Minnesota State College Southeast CNC Machine Tool program, you'll learn the precision skills of the tool and die maker on state-of-the-art equipment.
Career Area: Engineering, Manufacturing & Trades
Program: CNC Machine Tool
Campus(es): Winona
Major Details
The CNC (Computer Numeric Controlled) Machine Tool program at Minnesota State College Southeast in Winona offers the training and education you'll need to start a rewarding career in the field of precision computerized machining and manufacturing.
Our program is based on the philosophy that hands-on is the best way to learn machining and die making. The CNC Machine Tool program teaches the high level of technically advanced machining that modern industry requires.
You can complete a 13-credit certificate in Machining Basics in just one semester:
Starting with the fundamental elements of basic machine shop theory, you will get hands-on experience in setup, operation, and troubleshooting both computer and manual machine types.
You'll also learn how to work with engineering drawings and use precision measuring and gauging tools.
With the Machining Basics certificate in hand, you'll be ready to enter the workforce with valuable skills right away!
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Southeast CNC Machine Tool students are taught how to use MasterCam in order to be industry ready.
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GENERAL EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
TECHNICAL REQUIREMENTS
Total Credits Required for this Major: 13
Cost
| Approximate Tuition/Fees: | $2,955 |
|---|---|
| Minimum Tool Cost: | $565 |
| Books/Supplies: | $450 |
| Estimated Total: | $3,970 |
Career Opportunities
Micro Machining
Medical Machining
Moldmaker
Diemaker
Toolmaker
CNC Machinist
Production Machinist
General Machinist
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Outcomes
Program graduates will be able to:
Be employable at entry level machining jobs in related fields.
Use the basic skill and knowledge of machine shop operations in manual and CNC machining to produce parts to blueprint specifications.
Demonstrate safe work habits.
Clearly communicate through verbal and written skills.
Use the math and computer skills necessary in the machine trades.
Highlights
Train on state-of-the-art equipment in our new Advanced Manufacturing Lab
20+ stations of Computer Aided Drafting (CAD) and Computer Aided Machining (CAM) programming software available for student training
70% of coursework is hands-on
Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines offers wire electrical discharge machining (edm), turning and milling technology
Focus is on keeping up with the technology used in industry
Employment opportunities are abundant locally as well as regionally
Instructors
Richard Hengel
CNC Machine Tool instructor Rick Hengel comes to Minnesota State College Southeast with 34 years of experience in industry and 14 years of experience in management and supervision. He has been involved with the CNC Machine Tool Technology advisory committee for more than 10 years. He assisted in designing the curriculum and launching the certificate in Prototype Engineering for high school students, which he began teaching in 2017.
Todd Ives
CNC Machine Tool instructor Todd Ives comes to Minnesota State College Southeast with 31 years of experience in industry. He has been involved with the CNC Machine Tool Technology advisory committee for 3 years and has been an adjunct PSEO instructor for the Prototype Engineering program.
Majors in the CNC Machine Tool program
CNC Machine Tool - DIP
CNC and Engineering CERT
Machining Basics CERT
Precision Machining DIP