Mechanical Designer/CNC Programmer Certificate

Learn mechanical design and modeling fundamentals using computer-aided design (CAD) and programmer skills in computer numerical control (CNC).

What can I do with this certificate?

Career Options: Work as an entry-level modeler/designer in manufacturing and/or employment in CNC programming.
Academic Options: Continue your studies by completing the Computer-Aided Drafting Associate of Applied Science Degree.
Gainful Employment Information: www.pima.edu/ge-crtmdc

Department/Contact Information:

Dean: 520-206-7134
Lead faculty: 520-206-7230

Program/Major Codes: CRTMDC/MDC1

Required Core Courses

A grade of C or better is required for graduation.

CAD 117 - Print Reading with CAD for Manufacturing 4 Credits
CAD 142 - Introduction to Parametric Modeling: SolidWorks 4 Credits
CAD 172 - Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing 3 Credits
CAD 242 - Advanced Parametric Modeling: SolidWorks 4 Credits
CAD 270 - Integrated Mechanical/Electro-Mechanical Design 4 Credits
CAD 280 - Computer-Aided Design Portfolio 1 Credits
MAC 100 - Introduction to Machine Tool 3 Credits
MAC 150 - Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Mill Programming I 4 Credits
MAC 155 - Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Mill Programming II 4 Credits
MAC 257 - Computer-Aided Machining CAM I 4 Credits

Subtotal: 35

Required Support Courses

A grade of C or better is required for graduation.

GTM 105 - Applied Technical Mathematics 3 Credits
OR
MAT 188 - Precalculus I 4 Credits ^Δ
STU 100 - College Success and Career Planning 1 Credits
GTW 101 - Writing for Trades and Technical Occupations 3 Credits
OR
WRT 101 - English Composition I 3 Credits SUN# ENG1101

Subtotal: 7-8

Total Credits as Displayed: 42-43

^Δ Department recommends MAT 188 .