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Teacher: Peter Hoffman, West Campus
The Computerized Machining Technology (CMT) program is an advanced specialty area of study that follows the Machinist/Toolmaker program. CMT
provides students with hands-on experience and Level One and Two National Institute for Metalworking Skills (NIMS) credentials, required for employment as a skilled technician in the computer-enhanced
manufacturing industry.
Computer numerical control (CNC) machines are revolutionizing modern
manufacturing processes. As a student in the CMT program, you will use
industrial equipment for two-axis and three-axis milling and turning. Utilizing laser technology, you will use measuring and inspection devices in a
state-of-the-art metrology lab, where quality assurance will be emphasized.
The curriculum in this program will focus on reading and drawing advanced blueprints, computerized numerical control - vertical milling machine, tooling, computerized numerical control – lathe, conventional electrical discharge machine, computerized numerical control – wire electrical discharge machine, CAD/CAM- milling, CAD/CAM- turning, basic coordinate measuring machine,
optical comparator, electronic indicator, profilometer, machinist microscope,
and surface plate inspection.
Graduates of this program are well-prepared to enter industry as a CNC
programmer/operator, EDM programmer/operator, and quality assurance
inspectors. With additional education or training, career opportunities include CAM specialist, advanced programmer and mechanical engineer.
 What will you learn? requires Adobe Acrobat Reader 
BCTC Career Pathways:
- Numerical Control Machine
Set-up Operator
- Numerical Control & Process
Control Programmer
- Conventional EDM Set-up
Operator
- Wire EDM Operator
- Wire EDM Programmer
- Materials Inspector
- Machinist
- Combination Machine Tool Setter & Set-up Operator
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BCTC Career Pathways
Can Lead To:
- Mechanical Engineer
- CNC Programmer
- Wire EDM Programmer
- Metrologist
- Quality Assurance Manager
- Industrial Designer
- Tool & Die Maker
- CNC Service Technician
- Machine Shop Supervisor
- Moldmaker
- Manufacturing Engineer
- Quality Assurance Technician
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 NIMS
This program is certified through the National Institute for Metalworking Skills, Inc. (NIMS) to assure training to the skill standards and to meet NIMS quality requirements. Students can earn credentials that give formal recognition of skills. Visit www.nims-skills.org for further information.
Industry Certifications: National Institute for Metal Working Skills (NIMS), Level I Machining,
Level II Machining
College Advanced Credits:
Pennsylvania College of Technology - Up to 12 credits
Thaddeus Stevens College of Technology - Up to 6 credits |
Program Requirements/Costs:
(approximate)
- Work uniform and shoes $60
- Textbook (3rd year) $100
- Industry certification testing fees $40
- Safety glasses $8
- Calculator $15-25
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Program Entrance Recommendations:
- Reading at grade level
- Algebra I or Geometry
- Problem solving/troubleshooting skills
- Ability to work independently or in a team
- Hand-eye coordination
- Mechanical aptitude
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