CNC Machinist Certification

Coordinator: Mike Creighton (email: mcreighton@knoxcc.org)
The CNC Machinist Certification program will prepare students for careers in machine tools technologies. This program will provide a foundation of machine trades principles and operations.  It will stress and develop strong conventional (manual) machining operations followed by computer applications (Computerized Numerical Control - CNC, and Computer Aided Manufacturing, CAM) used in modern manufacturing and provide a deep understanding of the fundamental and intermediate machining skills needed for career success in a rapidly changing manufacturing environment.
YOU WILL LEARN:
Skills that keep you employed--1 in every 8 jobs in Ohio is in manufacturing
Strong emphasis on conventional (manual) machining followed by CNC programming and machining ending with computer aided design and machining with Mastercam.
Hands-on skill practice in our state-of-the-art lab
Instructional focus on National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS Certification)
LENGTH OF PROGRAM:
624 hours (about 9 months)
Monday - Thursday 
5:00 pm to 9:30 pm or 10:00 pm (varies)

We can also offer Customized Training
options for CNC!
  • CURRENT ACADEMIC CALENDAR 
Financial Aid is available ​to students who qualify.
TO REGISTER:
  • Completed KTC Registration/Fee
  • High School Transcript* or GED (transcript)
  • WorkKeys Skills Assessment
​*If a high school transcript is not obtainable, a diploma will be accepted for this purpose.
The minimum requirements for consideration in the program include:
  • Interview with the Coordinator
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES:
Certification(s) is available through the National Institute of Metalworking Skills (NIMS).  Certification in the field shows pride and competence in one’s profession.
APPROVALS:
Knox Technical Center (Knox County Career Center - Adult Education) is accredited by the Commission of the Council on Occupational Education, 7840 Roswell Road, Building 300, Suite 325, Atlanta, GA 30350.  Telephone: 770-396-3898, Fax: 770-396-3790, www.council.org. 

The KTC CNC Machinist Certification program is approved by the Ohio Department of Higher Education.