LANSING COMMUNITY COLLEGE
CURRICULAR GUIDE
Computerized Numerical Control Programmer
Associate in Applied Science Degree
Curriculum Code: 0266 (Effective Fall 1999 - Summer 2004)
Computer numerical control programmers are responsible for writing programs
that are used to control automated manufacturing systems and equipment. The
programmer is primarily concerned with taking engineering specifications and
developing procedures and programmed instructions to manufacture requested
components. The CNC programmer must be knowledgeable in many areas such as
computer systems, CAD, CAM, manufacturing processes, machine tools and
metallurgy. Strong math, communication and problem-solving skills are needed
in order to manage the large and diverse amount of information that must be
brought together in order to successfully write programs. Because of their
many skills, CNC programmers are employed in all industries, including
aerospace, textile, agriculture, electronics and manufacturing.
PREREQUISITES
Students should see the "Course Descriptions" section of this catalog or the
Course Schedule for course prerequisite information. Basic skills assessment
and advising information may be found on page 8 of this catalog.
GENERAL EDUCATION
General education is an important part of this program and includes a
mathematics competency requirement. To fulfill the mathematics competency
requirement, students may need to complete specific coursework in mathematics.
For information on how to fulfill all general education requirements, see page
22.
INFORMATION
Contact the Technology Careers Department, Gannon Vocational-Technical Center,
Room 136, telephone number (517) 483-1336.
REQUIREMENTS TOTAL: 53 CREDITS
CODE TITLE CREDIT HOURS
CNCP 101 PC Applications for Technology 3
CNCP 110 Foundations of CNC Programming 4
CNCP 130 Machine Controls and Setup 4
CNCP 200 Unigraphics NC 4
CNCP 210 Mastercam 4
CNCP 215 Generative Machining 4
DTDS 180 Unigraphics I 4
MACH 105 Machine Tool Survey 3
MACH 110 Machine Tool Technology I 4
MACH 111 Machine Tool Technology II 4
MACH 120 Effect Use Machinery Handbook 4
MACH 135 Metallurgy and Heat Treat 4
MACH 140 Tooling Theory and Practices 4
WRIT 124 Technical Writing 3
LIMITED CHOICE REQUIREMENTS TOTAL: 12-13 CREDITS
Complete the indicated number of credits from each CHOICE listed below.
CHOICE 1: General Education Core Areas 9 Credits
(See the "GENERAL EDUCATION" section above)
Writing Core Area (See Note 1) 0
Speech Communication Core Area 3
Science/Technology Core Area 3
Global Perspectives and Diversity Core Area 3
Mathematics Competency (See page 22 for information on
how to fulfill this requirement)
CHOICE 2: Drafting 3-4 Credits
COOP 210 Cooperative Education (Tech) 3
DTDS 101 Drafting I 4
DTDS 104 Descriptive Geometry 4
DTDS 110 Industrial Blueprint Reading 3
DTDS 131 AutoCAD Basic 2-D 4
MINIMUM TOTAL 65
NOTES:
1. Students completing "REQUIREMENTS" have fulfilled the requirements for
this Core area.
SUGGESTED COURSE SEQUENCE
Students should see course descriptions to find out when departments plan to
offer courses. Students who for any reason are unable to follow the course
sequence suggested below (for example, those who are part-time, have
transferred in courses from another school, or have prerequisites to fulfill)
should contact an academic advisor or counselor for help with adjustments.
I II III IV
CNCP 101 CNCP 110 CNCP 130 CNCP 200
MACH 105 MACH 110 CNCP 210 CNCP 215
WRIT 124 MACH 111 DTDS 180 Lim.Ch.
Lim.Ch. MACH 120 MACH 135 Lim.Ch.
Lim.Ch. MACH 140
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