CNC & CAM Mill Advanced

This certificate prepares students to operate, program, and set up 4th and 5-axis CNC milling machines used in precision manufacturing. Students learn how to read technical drawings, select materials, and apply the correct machining processes to produce accurate, high-quality parts. The certificate also emphasizes safety protocols, programming using CAM software, CNC machine setup and machining, and part inspection. Graduates are prepared for careers in industries such as aerospace, automotive, medical device manufacturing, and general machining, where they can work as CNC machinists, operators, or programmers.

The Certificate is granted to students who have completed the requisite units outlined in the major requirements with at least 6 semester units of the required courses at Glendale Community College. All courses must be completed with a grade of “C” or better, or a “P” grade.

Program Learning Outcomes: Upon completion of this program, students will be able to demonstrate depth of knowledge in a course, discipline, or vocation by applying practical knowledge, skills, abilities, theories, or methodologies to solve unique problems; apply various software programs to write CNC code for the production of manufactured parts; use CNC machines and CNC machine tools to produce manufactured parts; and employ various software tools while integrating traditional methods of programming and controlling the machining process for effective set-up, troubleshooting and finishing.

Certificate Program Map

REQUIRED COURSES FOR CERTIFICATE		UNITS
CAM 250	4th Axis Machining	3
CAM 260	Introduction to 5-Axis Machining	4
CAM 261	Advanced 5-Axis Machining	4
ENGR 102	Engineering Print Reading for Industry	3
CAM 231	Advanced Mastercam Mill	3
CAM 210 or CAM 220	Computer Aided Manufacturing Basic Milling or Computer Aided Manufacturing Basic, Lathe	3 or 3
TOTAL UNITS REQUIRED		20

NOTE: ADDITIONAL COURSEWORK MIGHT BE REQUIRED DUE TO PREREQUISITES. SEE A COUNSELOR FOR A PERSONALIZED STUDENT EDUCATIONAL PLAN.

Fall 2026	GCC Catalog 2026-2027
Important Notice: In the event of a discrepancy between the information presented above and the online and/or print versions of the GCC Catalog, please contact a counselor or the office of Admissions and Records. For previous years requirements please see the catalog from that year.