Certificate of Completion in CNC Machine Operator

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Program Information

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Field of Interest

The Certificate of Completion (CCL) in CNC Machine Operator prepares students for employment as entry level operators and technicians in the manufacturing industry. The program provides applied skills in the operation of manual/Computer Numeric Control (CNC) machines for current and future needs of the manufacturing industry. Certificates of Completion (CCLs) in CNC Machining I and CNC Machining II and an Associate in Applied Science (AAS) in Manufacturing Production Technology are also available.

This certificate is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.

Details

Field of Interest: Applied Technology
Academic Plan Code: 5103N
Total Credits Required: 6
Catalog Year: 2026-2027
Notes: + indicates course has prerequisites and/or corequisites. ++ indicates any suffixed courses.

What You’ll Learn

This pathway map will help you gain the expertise needed to:

Perform basic preventive maintenance checks on Computer Numerical Control
Safely start up, operate and power down Computer Numerical Control
Use a fundamental understanding of technical documentation to safely monitor CNC equipment.
Appropriately use tool and work holding devices.
Demonstrate the ability to set a tool compensation including height, length, diameter, and wear.
Use appropriate devices to confirm a part's compliance.
Use a fundamental understanding of program code to properly operate a CNC machine.
Effectively document work.

Career Opportunities

Successful completion of this certificate may lead to employment in a variety of different occupations and industries. Below are examples of related occupations with associated Maricopa County-based annual median wages* for this certificate. Education requirements vary for the occupations listed below, so you may need further education or degrees in order to qualify for some of these jobs and earn the related salaries. Please visit with an academic advisor and/or program director for additional information. You can click on any occupation to view the detail regarding education level, wages, and employment information.

Lathe and Turning Machine Operators

$55,921

Manufacturing Production Technicians

$47,033

Milling and Planing Machine Operators

$48,803

Multiple Machine Tool Operators

$43,878

* Career and wage information provided by Lightcast using data, reports, and forecasts which are generated using government data sources and Lightcast’s proprietary analytical processes. Lightcast’s data covers multiple classes of workers including QCEW, non-QCEW, and those who are self-employed. Disclaimer

Course Sequence by Term

The following is the suggested course sequence by term. Please keep in mind:

Students should meet with an academic advisor to develop an individual education plan that meets their academic and career goals. Use the Degree Progress Report Tool in your Student Center to manage your plan.
The course sequence is laid out by suggested term and may be affected when students enter the program at different times of the year.
Initial course placement is determined by current district placement measures and/or completion of 100-200 level course and/or program requirements.
Degree and transfer seeking students may be required to successfully complete a MCCCD First Year Experience Course (FYE) within the first two semesters at a MCCCD College. Courses include FYE101 and FYE103. Course offerings will vary by college. See an academic, program, or faculty advisor for details.

Part-time

Part-time Sequence

Part-time status is 11 credit hours or less

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Term 1

A sequence of suggested courses that should be taken during Term 1
Course Number	Course Name	Requisites	Notes	Credits
MPT130 or MPT130MP	CNC Machine Operator or CNC Machine Operator			6

Courses Not Currently Offered

Mesa Community College does not currently offer these courses. These courses may be offered by other Maricopa Community Colleges as indicated below. Select the link to view current availability and whether courses are offered in person, online, or in a hybrid format. Tuition rates are the same across Maricopa Community Colleges, but course fees may vary.

Courses listed in this pathway map that are not currently offered at Mesa Community College
Course Number	Course Name	Offering Colleges
MPT130	CNC Machine Operator	Rio Salado

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Disclaimer

This program is not eligible for Title IV Federal Financial Aid.

Students must earn a grade of C or better in all courses in the program.

All information published is subject to change without notice. Every effort has been made to ensure the accuracy of information presented, but based on the dynamic nature of the curricular process, course and program information is subject to change in order to reflect the most current information available.