The CNC Manufacturing and Machining Associate of Occupational Studies (AOS) degree at Alfred State College is designed for ambitious individuals eager to master the precision and complexity of modern manufacturing. You will gain essential skills in operating and programming advanced machine tools, interpreting intricate engineering drawings, and performing precise measurements, all within a strong framework of shop safety. This program is ideal if you are looking to build a hands-on career in a field that requires both technical expertise and meticulous attention to detail, preparing you for the demands of the machining industry.
This full-time, on-campus program is structured over two years, guiding you through foundational industrial machining techniques to advanced CNC lathe and milling machine operations. You will engage in practical learning, including shop math, geometric dimensioning and tolerancing, and the crucial skills of CNC programming, setup, and operation. The curriculum emphasizes real-world application, culminating in a senior project where you will demonstrate your comprehensive machine shop capabilities. Upon graduation, you will be prepared for roles in advanced manufacturing, equipped with the practical and theoretical knowledge sought by employers.