Mechanical Designer/CNC Programmer Certificate

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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
MAC 100 - Introduction to Machine Tool 3 Credits
MAC 150 - Introduction to Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Operations (Mill and Lathe) 4 Credits
MAC 155 - Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Mill Programming II 4 Credits
MAC 257 - Computer-Aided Machining CAM I 4 Credits

Subtotal: 34 Credits

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 [SUN# MAT 1151] 4 Credits ^Δ
STU 100 - College Success and Career Planning 1 Credits

Subtotal: 4-5 Credits

Total Credits as Displayed: 38-39 Credits

^Δ Department recommends MAT 188 .