What training is needed to become eligible to be an entry-level CNC Operator?Complete all of the requirements of the TTC Continuing Education CNC Operator Boot Camp program. The program consists of a series of courses or modules that explain what CNC is and how it works, and includes training needed for an entry-level job as a CNC Operator. Individuals enrolling in the CNC Boot Camp program should have a basic knowledge of computers, and machine tools. Previous experience working in a machine shop is a plus. Passing a battery of skills assessments and successful completion of a series of training modules are required to pass out of the CNC Boot Camp.

Skills AssessmentsThe following assessments are required for entrance into the CNC Boot Camp Program. Work Keys assessments are administered by SC Works.

1. Work Keys Assessments and Levels Required

• Reading for Information (RFI) ; Level 4-6

• Locating Information (LI); Level 4-6

• Applied Mathematics (AM); Level 4-7

• Workplace Observation (WOBS); Level 4-5

• Teamwork (TW); Level 4-5

2. Bennett Mechanical Comprehension Test (BMCT) administered by TTC Con-Ed

3. CNC Math Test (TTC on-line version) administered by TTC Con-Ed

4. CNCMachiningCenterProficiencyTest(TTCon-line version) administered by TTC Con-Ed

5. CNCTurningCenterProficiencyTest(TTCon-line version) administered by TTC Con-Ed

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Trident Technical College

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Continuing Education

For more information, please contactLloyd Kling, Manufacturing and Industrial Trades

Director for Trident Technical College’sDivision of Continuing Education at 843.574.6491,

lloyd.kling@tridenttech.edu or www.tridenttech.edu/ce.htm.

CNC Boot Camp ProgramThe CNC Boot Camp program is divided into two phases. Each phase consists of individual courses or modules. A Record of Completion will be issued for each phase completed. The successful completion of Phase I and II is required to receive the CNC Boot CampCertificate.

Phase I – Machine Tool Fundamentals (196 hours)1. Machine Trades Print Reading (16 hours)

2. CNC Math (8 hours)

3. Quality Control Fundamentals and Precision Measurements (28 hours)

4. Production, Machine Tools and Shop Operations (144 hours)

Phase II – CNC Foundation (92 hours)1. Practical CNC Training: Part 1 – Fundamentals (4

hours)

2. Practical CNC Training: Part 2 – CNC Programming & Machine Operations (8 hours)

3. Practical CNC Training: Part 3 – CNC Programming & Machine Tool Simulation: Milling (40 hours)

4. Practical CNC Training: Part 4 – CNC Programming & Machine Tool Simulation: Turning (40 hours)

Skills Obtained:After completing the CNC Operator Boot Camp individuals will:• Understand what CNC is and how it works

• Understand what an engineering print is and how to read basic information on a drawing

• Understand and be able to do basic CNC math calculations

• Understand basic quality control procedures and the use of precision measuring instruments

• Understand basic metal cutting principles and be able to perform basic machine tool operations

• Complete a NIMS skill assessment for additional industry credentialing