Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machinist Technician

Advanced Manufacturing
Award
Diploma
Credits
45
Locations
Peosta
Entry
Fall
Time to Complete
12 Months
CNC student works with the equipment

You will graduate with the high-level skills required to be an in-demand Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machinist. Machinists work collaboratively with engineers, perform CNC set-up, programming, coding and operation. Train, with one-on-one guidance from your instructor, on the industry's best CNC turning stations and machines, as well as gain comprehensive experience using manual machining equipment, such as lathes, mills and grinders. You will be able to use CAD/CAM software skills to create parts and develop blueprints for your manufacturing team. As a graduate you may also qualify for an Apprenticeship with your employer-sponsor.

If you enjoy working with your hands and producing quality parts and products, you will be a perfect fit for this program. Graduates are in-demand globally for their technical, programming and quality control skills.

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Paying for the Program

Tuition and Fees

$10,362*

Out-of-State Tuition and Fees

$11,847*

Program Supplies

$820 - 1,820
* Approximate cost. Amount reflects the estimated tuition and student fees based on rates at the time of publication. These rates do not include additional expenses (books, tools, supplies, living expenses, licensures, remedial or pre-requisite coursework or partnership tuition and fees, etc.) related to your NICC education. Rates are subject to change.

Financial Aid & Tuition Assistance

There are many options available for tuition savings. Credit programs may have opportunities for Financial Aid eligibility, while non-credit programs have separate tuition savings available on a per-program basis.

Kibbie Grant Eligible

This scholarship is for Iowa residents enrolled in specific high-demand career/technical programs. It provides a maximum award of $4,500 per year for up to two years. The FAFSA is required and the award is based on need.

Last-Dollar Scholarship

This state funded scholarship is for Iowa residents enrolled in specific high-demand career programs and pays remaining tuition costs after all other federal and state aid has been applied. The FAFSA is required and the award is based on need.

NICC Scholarship Eligible

Any student enrolled in this program is eligible for NICC scholarships. The NICC Foundation offers a wide range of scholarship award amounts and all students are encouraged to apply.

Vo-Tech Grant Eligible

This scholarship is for Iowa residents enrolled in specific career/technical programs. It provides a maximum award of $1,000 per year for up to two years. The FAFSA is required and the award is based on need.

Learn more about Financial Aid.

Career Outlook

Enrollment Process

  1. Apply for admission.
  2. Submit official high school, high school equivalency and/or college transcripts to the Admissions Office of the campus you plan to attend.
  3. Complete ACCUPLACER® reading and writing assessment and ALEKS® math assessment for course placement. Assessments may be waived based on previous college coursework or submission of valid ACT®, or SAT® test scores. Reading and writing scores are valid for three years, and math scores are valid for two years. 

Program Information

View a sample schedule for this program of study.

Review program courses, admissions and academic requirements.

Additional Information

Gene Haas Foundation Scholarship

Students enrolled in a CNC program may receive the Gene Haas Scholarship that consists of a full set of tools provided through the support of the Gene Haas Foundation.

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Transfer Information

The CNC Machinist Technician program maintains formal articulation agreements with the institutions listed below. Students are encouraged to speak with their transfer college or university to verify that their planned courses at NICC will meet necessary requirements. Learn more about transferring from NICC.

Program Contacts

Samuel Fleming Headshot
Samuel Fleming
CNC Instructor
  • flemingsa@nicc.edu
  • 844.642.2338, ext. 2419
  • Peosta