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Precision CNC Machining
Explore a world where imagination, automation, and manufacturing meet to form the exciting field of precision machining. Join this innovative, high-tech career and secure your future in a high-demand/high wage profession. Feel the satisfaction of making your own components from concept to completion using state-of-the-art Computer Numerical Control (CNC) production technology and equipment. Whether machining components for the aerospace, automotive or medical industries, you will enjoy this profession.
As a Precision Machining Technology student, you will receive a laptop computer on loan for the duration of the time you spend in the program. The laptop will enable you to use CAM software to create 2D and 3D models which are then machined in the fully automated CNC vertical machining center. In addition, you will use Tooling-U, an online virtual resource, to compliment this exciting curriculum.
During this two-year program, you can earn nationally recognized certification from the National Institute of Metal Forming Skills (NIMS). During the second year, you may be placed in a part-time position at a member company; hours worked may apply toward an apprenticeship. This program is a practical step in acquiring a two- or four-year technical degree. College Tech Prep offers eight (8) credits to be used toward an Associate of Applied Science degree in Manufacturing/Industrial Technology.
Credits
High School Credit Junior Year
Precision CNC Machining: 2.5, Technology: .5, Algebra II: 1.0
Potential College Semester Hour Credit
College Tech Prep: 10.0
Program Resources
Current Program Fees:
Junior: $ 40.00
Senior: $ 40.00
Teacher: Tony Sambunjak
Email: tsambunj@polaris.edu
Education:
Industrial Arts/PMT, Kent State University
Journeyman Tool & Die, U.S. Department of Labor/Polaris
Machine Trades I/II, Normandy High School
Certifications: NIMS Level I; Registered Tool & Die Maker Journeyman from the U.S. Department of Labor Apprenticeship Bureau; MasterCam Certified Instructor
Years at Polaris: 15
Industry Experience: Over 20 years of industry experience as Tool & Die, Mold Maker and CNC programmer/operator at Lunar Tool and Mold and Independent Die and Mfg. Currently serving as part time industry CNC machining consultant and on-site training.
Interests/Hobbies: As a lifelong career person in the machining field, interests include proto-typing products to make them better or creating new products. Also interested in outdoor sports: fishing, camping, and mountain biking
Skills
- Metallurgy and heat treating
- Precision measurement
- CNC programming basics
- Proper use of hand tools
- Layout of material
- Safe use of lathes, milling machines, drill presses, and grinders
- Safe work habits and practices
Equipment
- Precision inspection equipment
- Metalworking hand tools
- Precision tool room equipment
- Computer aided machining software
- CNC vertical machining centers
Career Options
- Precision machine apprentice
- Tool and die apprentice
- Mold maker apprentice
- Machine operator
- CNC operator
- CNC programmer
- Machine or tool room supplies salesperson
Future Opportunities with Further Education
- Tool designer
- Manufacturing engineer
- Metallurgist
- Journeyman mold maker
- Journeyman die maker
- Business owner in the machining industry
- Tool room supervisor
