Waukesha County Technical College
CNC Operator

CNC Operator

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Program Information

Degree Type

11-credit Technical Certificate

Program Code

40-420-CC

Time to Degree

Less than 1 year

Start Date

August / January

How You'll Learn

On Campus

Daytime

Evening

Program OverviewApplication DeadlinesProgram Cost

Explore machining and Computer Numeric Controlled (CNC) manufacturing by learning the basics of machine tool operations, CNC fundamentals, blueprint reading skills and related industrial math.

Deadlines To Know*

Fall 2024 Start

  • Application Opens: September 1, 2023
  • Application Deadline: August 5, 2024

Spring 2024 Start

  • Application Opens: April 1, 2023
  • Application Deadline: January 8, 2024

Summer 2024 Start

  • This program cannot be started in summer.

* Submit all checklist items by the application deadline. Apply early; deadlines are subject to change based on program demand.

Tuition Costs

The cost of your degree depends on a number of factors, including where you live, how your program is delivered, how long it takes to finish your program and the financial aid you receive. Explore current tuition and fees.

Additional Estimated Costs

  • Access to any computer or tablet
  • MTO Tool Kit: $805
  • Safety equipment (shoes/glasses): $100

How To Apply

Questions on the application process? Visit the Admissions page or contact an Enrollment Counselor.

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Program Details

Questions? We'd love to help! Connect with our Enrollment team by filling out our online form or by email at enroll@wctc.edu.

This program is open to qualified high school applicants. Learn more >

This certificate does not qualify for financial aid. To qualify for most federal financial aid, a student must be enrolled in a technical diploma or associate degree program.

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Career Pathway

What Makes This Program Unique?

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Gain the skills needed to begin a career in the high-demand machining trade.

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Develop skills in WCTC’s state-of-the-art Terry Lutz Integrated Manufacturing Center.


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