Key features and benefits
- Study at our state-of-the-art campus, The Blackburn Learning Quarter
- Benefit from out long-standing industry connections
- Benefit from our industry bespoke facilities
- Study at one of the Top 3 Colleges in England*
Studying this course allows you to develop skills as a CNC Operator, also known as a Machining Tool Operator, who sets up and operates metal-cutting machines to manufacture tools and components for various types of machinery. Responsibilities include interpreting blueprints and designs, cutting and shaping metal to create the required parts, and performing routine maintenance on the equipment to ensure optimal performance.
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Overview
This course is designed for those who have competency in 3-axis programming and machining.
This programme is part-time, runs for 8 weeks during evening hours.
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Entry Requirements
This course is intended for those who are proficient in 3-axis programming and machining.
Our specialist lead will review your industry experience to ensure the course is appropriate for you; please contact us to request a telephone call.
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What will I study?
During the course, students will be taught how to use the following operational commands and procedures:
- Health & Safety
- Maintenance
- Starting Procedure
- Program List and Load
- Simulator
- Tooling, Feed, Speeds, Heights and Diameter
- Tool changing, offsets and compensation.
- G and M Codes
- Manual Operation, axis movement.
- Zero part and Tools
- Clamping Stock
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What can I do next?
This course will allow students to be able to safely operate a lathe CNC Machine.
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Supplementary Information
For more information
For more information about this course, contact our specialist team on 01254 292500 or email business@blackburn.ac.uk
Additional Learning Support
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We are proud to be one of the Top 3* Colleges in England for A-Levels and Technical Courses.
*In the Government's latest achievement tables for learners aged 16-18.
