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Program Description This program is designed to provide students with opportunities to obtain basic and intermediate level experience in the area of computer numerical control (CNC), computer aided drafting (CAD), computer aided machining (CAM), as well as developing machine shop skills in the operation of conventional machine tools such as lathes, mills, and grinders. Graduates of this program will have entry level competence for the fields of CAD/CAM operation, manual programming and set up of CNC equipment, job shop machinist and many others. Students may choose from two levels of study, earning a diploma or an Associate in Applied Science Degree. Employment The CNC Machining Technology graduate is employable as an entry level job shop machinist capable of operating conventional machine tools as well as programming and operating CNC equipment. Job titles include tool room machinist, production machinist, CNC operator, and CNC programmer. Most new machine tools are CNC controlled this includes lathes, mills, grinders, EDM equipment, plasma arc and other cutting tools, and many more. New uses are continually being discovered. There is a strong demand for graduates with a starting salary range from $10 to $14 per hour. Program Length And Entrance Dates The CNC Machining Technology program is either 2 semesters to get a diploma or 3 1/2 semesters to get an AAS degree. The Associates degree can be acquired in one full year plus one semester and is one of the quickest ways to obtain an Associates Degree at Hawkeye Community College. Students normally enter in the fall semester but advanced placement for experienced students can occur. Please contact the Industrial, Engineering, and Information Technology Department at 319-296-4009 for starting term options. Admission Requirements The applicant should be a high school graduate or equivalent. Helpful courses are mathematics, mechanical drafting, industrial education, machine shop, computers, and communication skills. Applicants may be required to complete a basic skills evaluation during the admissions process. A personal interview or orientation session may also be required. Links are provided for a detailed summary of this program
Buchanan Hall is the furthest South West building located on the main campus of Hawkeye Community College. Click on the link below for a map of the college. http://www.hawkeye.cc.ia.us/futurestudents/campustour.asp
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Keith Siers CNC Program Chair John Deere CNC Program Chair-EMC2 Coordinator 319-296-4009 ext. 1427 Office: Buchanan Hall BN120F
Jamie Dettmer CNC Program Instructor John Deere CNC Program Instructor EMC2 Coordinator 319-296-4009 ext. 1430 Office: Buchanan Hall BN124C
A great strength and asset to this program is the excellent adjunct staff who provide instruction and encouragement, enriching the students' experience through their own industry experience and background.
Roland Winter Adjunct EMC2 Instructor 319-296-4009
Pat Frank Adjunct John Deere CNC/Tool and Die Instructor 319-296-4009
Link to other programs:
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