Numerical Control Machine Tool Operation

Code	4714
Diploma	STC
Sector	Mechanical Manufacturing
Length of training	645 hours
Number of credits	43

This program is offered in French:
4214 - Opérations sur machines-outils à commande numérique

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Program Objectives

To prepare students to practise the trade of computer numerical control (CNC) machinist in various types of machine shops and manufacturing companies. The main duties of CNC machinists are to operate numerical control milling machines, machining centres and lathes; in addition, they must correctly interpret drawings, process sheets and operating procedures, record measurements, and perform inspections and finishing operations on workpieces.

Occupation

Computer numerical control (CNC) machinist

Program Content

Code	Statement of Competency	Hours	Credits
STC 714-011	Determine their suitability for the occupation and the training process	15	1
STC 714-025	Interpret drawings and process sheets	75	5
STC 714-031	Prevent occupational health and safety hazards	15	1
STC 714-044	Record and interpret measurements	60	4
STC 714-063	Interpret procedures for operating numerical control machine tools	45	3
STC 714-078	Operate a numerical control lathe	120	8
STC 714-088	Operate a numerical control machining centre	120	8
STC 714-097	Enter the workforce	105	7
STC 872-066	Carry out shop work	90	6
		645	43

Admission Conditions and Prerequisites

To be eligible for admission to the Numerical Control Machine Tool Operation program of study, candidates must satisfy the following requirements:
1. Have obtained at least Secondary III credits or the equivalent in the language of instruction, second language and mathematics
or Have obtained an Attestation of Equivalence of Secondary Studies (AESS)
or Have successfully completed the General Development Test (GDT) with or without specific prerequisites
2. Have interrupted their full-time studies for at least 12 months
or Are 18 years old when entering training
or Have obtained a Secondary School Diploma (SSD) or a Diploma of Vocational Studies (DVS) or their equivalent
or Meet the eligibility conditions of Emploi-Québec’s workforce training measure
This program is accessible via the TCST-STC bridge.