Precision Machining AAS

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The Precision Machining AAS will provide students with the knowledge and machining experience needed to be successful as a CNC machinist. This program will give students an in-depth understanding of the advanced CAD/CAM skills needed for programming tool location, motion, and feed rates. Students will also gain hands-on experience using manual and CNC lathes and mills and precision measuring equipment to design and produce a variety of parts and assemblies used in today’s ever-changing world of manufacturing.

Precision Machining AAS Requirements

Curriculum: OCC 9100

General Education: 15 Credit Hours

Arts, Humanities, Social Science, Behavioral Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Science: 3 Credit Hours

Select one Arts, Humanities, Social Science, Behavioral Science, Mathematics, Physical Science, Life Science Course 3 Credits

Program Core: 42 Credit Hours

AET 158 - Geometric Tolerancing 3 Credits
AET 181 - Mastercam I 3 Credits
AET 182 - Mastercam II 3 Credits
CNC 105 - Manual Machining I 3 Credits
CNC 106 - Precision Machining I 3 Credits
CNC 115 - Manual Machining II 3 Credits
CNC 155 - Precision Machining II 3 Credits
CNC 156 - Precision Machining III 3 Credits
CNC 157 - Precision Machining IV 3 Credits
IMT 104 - Blueprint Reading for Manufacturing 3 Credits
WLD 131 - GMAW Flat and Horizontal 3 Credits

Choose one:

Choose one course from the following:

IMT 120 - Metrology for Quality 3 Credits
IMT 121 - Quality Practices and Management 3 Credits

Choose one:

Choose one course from the following:

ARM 277 - Joint Capstone I 3 Credits
CNC 277 - Precision Machining Capstone I 3 Credits

Choose one:

Choose one course from the following:

ARM 278 - Joint Capstone II 3 Credits
CNC 250 - Precision Machining Internship 3 Credits
**CNC 250 can substitute one or both capstone options and be completed twice for a total of 6 credits.
CNC 278 - Precision Machining Capstone II 3 Credits

Program Electives: 3 Credit Hours

Choose one course from the following:

AET 151 - Computer Aided Design AutoCAD I 3 Credits
AET 171 - Parametric Modeling SolidWorks I 3 Credits
ARM 140 - Electrical I 3 Credits
IMT 100 - Introduction to Manufacturing 3 Credits
ARM 141 - Electrical II 3 Credits
ARM 145 - Hydraulics and Pneumatics 3 Credits
ARM 150 - PLC I 3 Credits
IMT 151 - PLC II 3 Credits
WLD 121 - SMAW Flat and Horizontal 3 Credits
WLD 141 - GTAW Ferrous 3 Credits

Total Minimum Degree Credits: 60

For more information, visit www.mchenry.edu/machining

Other AAS Graduation Requirements:

2.0 minimum cumulative GPA at MCC upon completion of program
15 semester hours of program-specific coursework taken at MCC
Completion of graduation application
Completion of end-of-program assessment as directed by this department

Precision Machining AAS