CNC Machinist
Program Overview
This course prepares students for an entry-level job in the machining and metals industry. Students will learn the techniques and skills of shaping metals by using lathes, mills, grinders, drill presses and computerized machinery.
What You'll Learn
- Career Readiness
- CNC Milling Production Applications
- CNC Production Applications
- Computer Numerical Control Operations
- Computer Numerical Control Programming
- Engine Lathe Operations
- Fundamentals of Manufacturing
- Introduction to Quality Control
- Machine Tool Theory
- Milling Operations
- Orientation to Machining
- Precision Grinding
- Precision Measurement
- Print Reading for Machining
- Workforce Staging
Certifications and Licenses
- ODCTE Competency Certification
- CNC Machining Center Operator
- Precision Machining
*Oklahoma Department of Career and Technology Education
College Credit
Transfer CreditCareer Opportunities
- Machinist
- Milling Machine Operator
- Quality Control Inspector
- Lathe Operator
- CNC Operator
For more information on occupations go to www.onetonline.org.
Leadership Opportunities
Career Technical Student Organization (CTSO) SkillsUSA
Enrollment Information
Who Can Enroll
High school juniors, seniors, and adultsProgram Length
This program is designed to be completed in 2 years (960 instructional hours).Tuition and Cost
$2.50 per credit hour X 960 hours = $2,400Financial Assistance
In-district* students under the age of 22 will be awarded the next step scholarship for students in good standing, which covers tuition and all full-time programs except Practical Nursing and Lineworker Technology.*In-district schools include: Blanchard, Bridge Creek, Dibble, Elmore City-Pernell, Lexington, Lindsay, Little Axe, Maysville, Newcastle, Noble, Paoli, Pauls Valley, Purcell, Stratford, Wanette, Washington, Wayne, Whitebead (PK-8) and Wynnewood.
All financial assistance opportunities can be found on our Financial Aid webpage.
Class Schedule
Morning Session – 8:10 AM– 11:10 AMAfternoon Session – 12:45 AM – 3:45 PM
Transportation Services
- High school students: Transportation is provided from your high school to MidAmerica for both morning and afternoon classes. Buses will also take you back to your high school.
- Home school, EPIC, and adult students: Transportation is provided from your local high school for both morning and afternoon classes. Buses will also take you back to your high school.
Route times depend on the location of your high school. Click here for more detailed route times.
How to Apply
Applications are not posted online (except Lineworker Technology and Practical Nursing). High school students should contact their counselors and adult students should contact the MATC Admission Coordinators.
