Source: MN DEED website as of November 2016. Figures shown are median hourly wages rounded down to the nearest whole number.
Overview
The Lake Superior College machine tool lab in Duluth, MN offers students some of the nation’s most advanced CNC (computerized numerical control) equipment. All kinds of things are made with CNC technology – especially high tech equipment like: medical supplies, computers, airplanes. Our CNC programmer diploma is designed to prepare you to get an entry-level job as a CNC Programmer
View Catalog or Request InfoSkills & Knowledge
- Write basic CAD (computer-aided design) / CAM (computer-aided manufacturing) programs to operate CNC metal working machines
- Do math calculations to solve shop problems
- Interpret basic drawings and blueprints
- Build basic machine parts and tools
Plan Your Education
The Program Guide is a tool to help you map out how to successfully get your degree at Lake Superior College.
Program Guide“My job as a CNC operations manager at Loll Designs is filled with constant variety. It’s both interesting and challenging every day.”
Are you ready to take the next step?
$14,000
Approximate total tuition & fees for MN residents to complete this degree. Starting Fall 2018, LSC will charge the same rates regardless of a student’s state of residence. Non-Minnesota residents will pay the same tuition rates as Minnesota residents.
2 Years
The CNC programmer degree may be completed in 2 years if prerequisites are complete.
Potential Career Opportunities
- Manufacturing engineer
- CNC programmer
- Process engineer
- Welding engineer
- Software engineer
Duluth Median Wage
$22
Minnesota Median Wage
$22
US Median Wage
$19
READY TO GET STARTED?
