TRAIN TO BECOME A CNC MACHINIST AT UNIVERSAL TECHNICAL INSTITUTE
Computer numerical control (CNC) machinists craft performance parts and components from metal, plastic and other materials. The pieces they create support a wide variety of industries, from automotive and aerospace to medical and manufacturing. Students can train to become CNC machinists at Universal Technical Institute, which offers CNC machinist training in North Carolina.1 Students also may be prepared with the knowledge needed to test for additional CNC certifications after graduation.6
36 weeks
2002
ABOUT THE CNC MACHINING PROGRAM
The CNC Machining Technology program was created in conjunction with Roush Yates, a leading brand in the performance industry. Over the course of 36 weeks, students learn everything from interpreting geometric dimensioning and tolerancing to the setup and operation of CNC mills and lathes.
CNC PROGRAMMING CLASSES
UTI's CNC trade school courses cover a range of topics that will help prepare students for the industry and potentially test for CNC certifications after graduation. Classes include:
- Basic Machine Shop Skills
- Mathematics, Materials and Maintenance
- Interpreting Blueprints/Job Layout
- Manual Machining Basics
- Manual Machining on the Lathe
- Manual Machining on the Mill
- CNC Basics
- CNC Turning I and II
- CNC Milling I and II
- CAD and CAM
GO BEHIND THE SCENES
Ever wondered what goes on in the CNC lab? Get a behind-the-scenes look in this video.
CNC DIPLOMA AND CERTIFICATIONS NEAR CHARLOTTE
CNC Degrees Offered
Whenever considering a training program, it’s important to research the documentation you’ll earn as a graduate. Upon completion of the CNC Machining Technology program, students earn diplomas.
They also have access to the resources provided by the Career Services department, which can help with identifying job opportunities.1
CNC Certifications Available
The CNC program helps give students a well-rounded education that covers the skills machinists need in the field.
After completing the program, graduates will be prepared for the industry and to test for additional CNC certifications.
CAREER OUTLOOK & OPPORTUNITIES
The CNC Machining Technology program helps give students a strong foundation of skills they can build upon as they pursue careers in the industry. Most of our grads start out prepared to work as entry-level technicians or in other entry-level roles. As with any industry, over time, they may be able to advance in their careers with experience and hard work. Some entry-level and advanced roles could include:77
- CNC machinist
- Apprentice machinist
- CNC operator
- Machined parts inspector
Entry-level
- CNC programmer
- Quality control inspector
- CNC lathe operator
- CNC mill operator
Advanced
To learn more, check out our CNC career guide.
172,000+
$48,550
ABOUT THE CAMPUS
UTI is located in Mooresville — also known as Race City USA — so the area is full of fun things to see and do.
CAMPUS LOCATION
220 Byers Creek Road
Mooresville, North Carolina 28117
M-F | 8am-5pm | Hours
704-658-1950 | Campus
877-201-2597 | Admissions
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