CNC Operator Certificate

The program will train graduates for entry level positions in the machine tool area as represented in the Manufacturing career cluster, Production pathway. Positions could include: Grinding, Lapping and Buffing Machine Operator, Milling Machine Setter, Set-Up Operator and Machine Operator. The program is being proposed to address the anticipated immediate need for trained workers for the Galesburg and area manufacturing industries in computer numerical control operations with skills in machine tooling and blueprint reading.

CNC Operator Certificate program goals

• Apply basic safety practices in the machine shop
• Interpret industrial/engineering drawings
• Apply precision measuring methods to part inspection
• Perform basic machine tool equipment set-up and operation
• Perform programming, set-up, and operations of CNC machine tools

The content of this course requires the student to work in an environment that requires communication and critical thinking to ensure the safety of themselves as well as classmates and the instructor. An understanding and demonstration of the skills and knowledge to function within the environment of the manufacturing machine tool sector will be challenged as new concepts and exercises are introduced. The student will develop the ability to solve problems while thinking through various pathways.

Admission to the program: Open

See the admissions & registration page for steps to enroll.  

Department of Career & Technical Education

2400 Tom L. Wilson Blvd.
Galesburg, IL 61401
309.341.5216

For additional information contact:

The Welcome Center
Phone: 309.345.3500
admissions@sandburg.edu

For graduation requirements:

See the graduation policies and procedures page for details .