# Computer Numerical Control Programming Job Skills (Program)

Bakersfield College · 2026-2027 Catalog · Department: Industrial Technology and Transportation

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#### Computer Numerical Control Programming Job Skills

This certificate covers the principles of set-up, operation and programming of computer numerical control (CNC) lathes and milling machines. Career opportunities include CNC Machinist CNC Programmer and CNC Operator. To Achieve the Job Skills Certificate: Upon completion of the required courses with at least a ‘C’ or ‘P’ grade in each course, the student will be awarded a Job Skills Certificate.

### Program Learning Outcomes

-   1\. Students will demonstrate proficiency in technical skills and safety principles required for industrial employment. Assessment:Students will demonstrate proper techniques to safely set up and operate computer numerical control (CNC) machine tools.

-   2\. Students will demonstrate problem solving skills used in industrial design and product development. Assessment:Using a properly dimensioned blueprints students will develop and troubleshoot programs for CNC machines written by hand and using CAM (computer aided manufacturing) software.

-   3\. Students will demonstrate a deep understanding of the core material required for transfer to a four year university degree program or for certification in the department programs. Assessment:Students will complete a final exam project based on a national machinist certification test.

### Program Requirements

| Course | Title | Units |
| --- | --- | --- |
| **Computer Numerical Control Programming Job Skills: Complete all of the following** | | 6 |
| MFGT B2 | CNC Lathe Programming & Operation | 3 |
| MFGT B3 | CNC Mill Programming & Operation | 3 |