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CNC Machining Training & Certification Programs
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Workshops for Warriors offers two machining programs: CNC Machining I and CNC Machining II. The Machining II program is an intermediate course. Scroll down for more information about each program.
CNC Machining I
Program Description
The Workshops for Warriors CNC (Computer Numerical Control) Machining I program is designed to prepare veterans, transitioning service members, and other students to become well-rounded entry-level CNC machinists with upward mobility potential.
The curriculum is a combination of machining theory and extensive hands-on training. The duration of the training is 16 weeks or 56-168 hours per course and includes five basic courses: Immerse2Learn, SOLIDWORKS, Mastercam, CNC Mill and CNC Lathe. College credit is not awarded for this program, rather it is designed as a program of study around industry-recognized credentials and skills needed for a career in machining. This program is designed as an accelerated program culminating in nationally-recognized advanced manufacturing credentials.
Program Mission
FROM FRONTLINE TO PRODUCTION LINE®
To provide classroom instruction and hands-on training on state of the art equipment required to develop well-rounded entry-level machinists and Computer-Aided Design and Manufacturing (CAD/CAM) programmers. Students are provided opportunities to earn industry-recognized certifications to prepare them for gainful employment as certified CNC machinists or CAD/CAM programmers.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of training the student will successfully operate and qualify to all required machining standards in Machining, Measurement, Materials and Safety, Job Planning, Benchwork, Layout Drill Press, CNC Turning, CNC Milling, and CAD/CAM Programming.
Graduation Requirements
To complete this program the student must attend at least 85% of the scheduled hours of instruction and attain at least 80% average on assigned quizzes or tests.
Total Clock Hours
The complete program of three basic courses is 640 hours.
A final exam is administered at the end of the semester.
Internships are not required.
CNC Machining II
Program Description
The CNC Machining II program is designed to prepare veterans, transitioning service members, and other students to become advanced level CNC machinists with upward mobility potential. The curriculum is a combination of a review of machining theory and extensive hands-on training. The duration of the training is 640 hours and can be completed on a regular 32-week schedule or on an accelerated 16-week schedule. The complete program includes 7 basic courses: 5-Axis, CMM, GD&T, Flow Waterjet, Robotics, Laser and 3D Printing. College credit is not awarded for this program, rather it is designed as a program of study around industry recognized credentials based on skills needed for a career in machining. This program is designed as an accelerated program of study culminating in industry recognized advanced manufacturing credentials which test the retention and application of the skills needed for a career in machining. Maximum enrollment per semester is 18 students.
Program Mission
To provide classroom instruction and hands on training on state of the art equipment required to develop well-rounded advanced level machinists and CAD/CAM programmers. Students are provided opportunities to earn industry recognized certifications to prepare them for gainful employment as certified CNC machinists or CAD/CAM programmers.
Program Outcomes
Upon completion of the Machining II program, the student will successfully operate and qualify to all required machining standards in 5-Axis Machining, CY Axis, CMM, GD&T, Waterjet, Robotics, Laser and 3D printing.
Graduation Requirements
To complete the Machining II program the student must attend at least 85% of the scheduled hours of instruction and attain at least 80% average on assigned quizzes or tests.
Total Clock Hours
The complete Machining II program of three basic courses is 640 hours.
A final exam is administered at the end of the semester.
Internships are not required.
Machining Courses Offered
- Computer-Aided Drafting (CAD): SOLIDWORKS
- Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM): MASTERCAM
- Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM): CNC LATHE
- Computer-Aided Manufacturing (CAM): CNC MILLING
- Immerse2Learn
- Precision Measurement Tools
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A student, or any member of the public, may file a complaint about this institution with the Bureau for Private Postsecondary Education by calling toll free (888) 370-7589 or by completing a complaint form, which can be obtained on the bureau’s Internet web site www.bppe.ca.gov.
This project is funded in whole or in part with Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) Program funds provided by the U.S. Department of Housing and Urban Development (HUD) to the City of San Diego.
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