CNC Machining & Tool-Making Technology AAS Degree

• CNC Fundamentals
• CNC Programming
• Machine Operations
• Machine Trade Print Reading
• Advanced Machine Theory
• Geometric Dimensioning Tolerancing
• Computer Aided Machining
• EDM Fundamentals
• Hydraulic Jigs and Fixtures
• CAD Die Design
• Tool Steel Welding and Heat Treatment
• Die Revision and Repair
• Moldmaking

CNC Lab: Use the latest equipment in the industry as you learn and perfect your skills on various types of CNC and production manufacturing machines.

Virtual CNC: Practice and gain confidence in your programming skills of CNC machines, mills, and lathes of the most widely used brands.

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This program qualifies for the Future Ready Iowa Last-Dollar Scholarship and will pay up to 100% of your tuition.

You must apply for, be awarded, and meet the ongoing eligibility requirements for the Last-Dollar Scholarship.

This is a partial list of employers who hire CNC graduates:

• Accurate Gear and Machine, Inc., Waterloo, IA
• Blackhawk Engineering, Inc., Cedar Falls, IA
• Criterion Manufacturing, Waterloo, IA
• Geater Machining & Manufacturing, Co., Independence, IA
• GMT Corporation, Waverly, IA
• Iowa Laser Technology, Cedar Falls, IA
• John Deere, Waterloo, IA
• Viking Pump, Inc., Cedar Falls, IA

If you meet the assessment score requirements, you can be accepted into the program.

If you don't meet these requirements, you’ll be accepted into a Pre-Program. As a pre-program student, you’ll start by taking general education and prerequisite classes. Your academic advisor will help you make a plan to meet the program requirements. After finishing your pre-program courses, contact Admissions to let them know.