Program Pathway | INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY
CNC Machine Operations
Day Program
Associate of Applied Science Degree
info@vhcc.edu | (276) 739-2438 | vhcc.edu Revised 10/26/2023
CNC Machine Operations - Day Associate of Applied Science
The Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Operations program is designed to provide both theory and shop experiences of an advanced nature in the machining field. You will learn advanced machining concepts on lathes, mills, grinders, CNC lathes, CNC machining centers, production machining, inspection and calibration. Upon completion of this program, you will be prepared for employment as a machinist, tool and die maker, inspector, CNC programmer and operator. While completing this AAS degree, you will also complete the Precision Machining and Advanced Precision Machining Career Studies Certificates. All coursework for this degree is offered during the day.
Program Length 2 years (4 semesters) Career Opportunities There is an urgent need regionally and
nationwide for machinists, quality assurance inspectors and machine operators.
Is this pathway for you? Yes, if you are a hands-on learner who enjoys creating from raw materials and blueprints.
G3 Eligible This program is G3 eligible. G3 Scholarships cover tuition and fees for Virginia residents of modest income who are pursuing high demand careers.
Tuition & Fees At only $162.11 per credit hour, you’ll save $10K
to $22K, in tuition costs alone, by starting at VHCC! Out-of-state students living within a 30-mile radius qualify for in-state tuition.
With an AAS in CNC / machine operations from VHCC, an 8,000 hour Journeyman Machinist Certificate and a 2,000 hour Journeyman CNC Machinist Certificate plus 20 years of machining experience, Johnnie Keene brings extensive practical and real-world experience to the classroom.
Johnnie Keene
Program Coordinator MEC 104 jkeene@vhcc.edu | 276-739-2455
YOUR PROGRAM PATHWAY | 4 Semesters First Semester (Fall) DRF 161 Blueprint Reading I SAF 130 Industrial Safety-OSHA 10 MAC 161 Machine Shop Practices I MAC 162 Machine Shop Practices II MAC 116 Machinist Handbook SDV 101 Orientation to College Success MAC 121 Numerical Control I MAC 122 Numerical Control II TOTAL CREDITS
2 1 3 3 2 1 2 2 16
Second Semester (Spring) MAC 111 Machine Trade Theory and Computation MAC 150 Introduction to Computer Aided Drafting MAC 163 Machine Shop Practices III MAC 164 Machine Shop Practices IV MAC 123 Numerical Control III MAC 126 Introduction to CNC Programming TOTAL CREDITS
3 3 3 3 3 3 18
Third Semester (Fall) MAC 127 Advanced CNC Programming MAC 209 Standards, Measurements and Calculations ENG 115 Technical Writing PSY 120 Human Relations MTH 111 Basic Technical Mathematics TOTAL CREDITS
3 3 3 3 3 15
Fourth Semester (Spring) MAC 206 Production Machining Techniques MAC 290 Coordinated Internship or Technical Elective*
6 3
MUS 121 or REL 230 PED
Music Appreciation or 3 Religions of the World Physical Education 1
ECO 201
Principles of Macroeconomics
TOTAL CREDITS
3 16
*For certain courses, substitutions are permitted. Visit vhcc.edu/GenEdCore and talk with your faculty advisor.
Why start at Virginia Highlands? For more than 50 years, VHCC has been committed to making our region a better place to live, work, and learn!
Beautiful 100 acre campus in Abingdon
SAT & ACT Not Required for Admission
The SAT and ACT are merely numerical indicators of college readiness and are therefore not required. We’ve found that if you’re committed to your own success, regardless of your scores, then we’ll be able to help you cross the finish line!
Career Services & Job Opportunities! Our instructors and career coaches are recognized by regional industry leaders and enjoy tremendous success connecting our students with employment opportunities upon degree completion.
17:1
Student to Faculty Ratio
80+
Programs of Study
84%
of Students Get Financial Aid
#1 College in the Region
Virginia Highlands Community College was recently voted the #1 College in the Region through the Best of Bristol Awards Program - from a group of two and four year colleges and universities in southwest Virginia and northeast Tennessee.
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