CNC Program

Graduates find employment in large and small machine shops and manufacturing companies as CNC operators, CNC programmers, and machinists.

Local Opportunities

• Local employers include American Metric, BMW, Cryovac, Comp-X, General Electric, Kemet, Magna International, Michelin, Baldor Electric (ABB).
• More than 7,000 are employed in these jobs in our area, with median wages of $18.78 per hour.

WHAT YOU’LL LEARN IN THE PROGRAM

You’ll learn to

• program CNC machines manually and by computer
• work on real-world machines and projects
• be comfortable with computer numerical controlled (CNC) machines and computer-aided drawing (CAD), thanks to plenty of hands-on experience
• shape different types of metals by using hand tools and machine tools such as milling machines, engine lathes, surface grinders and drill presses

BMW Scholars

The BMW Scholars Program allows students to attend class full-time while working part-time at BMW in order to further their education, gain the necessary hands-on experience, and become viable candidates for full-time positions at BMW. During this process, BMW will offer tuition assistance toward obtaining a two-year associate degree.

Greenville Technical College is recognized by Upstate companies as the training source for skilled metalworking professionals. The college’s CNC program meets the academic and skill requirements of Upstate manufacturers such as Drive Automotive, Bosch Rexroth, GE and the National Tooling Association, all of which are Bureau of Apprentice and Training (BAT) approved.

Greenville Technical College is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate and baccalaureate degrees. Degree-granting institutions also may offer credentials such as certificates and diplomas at approved degree levels.

Questions about the accreditation of Greenville Technical College may be directed in writing to the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges at 1866 Southern Lane, Decatur, GA 30033-4097, by calling (404) 679-4500, or by using information available on SACSCOC’s website (www.sacscoc.org).

Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Programming and Operations
Associate in Applied Science

This program teaches machine controls, setting tools, machine limits and capabilities; creating, editing and debugging high-tech machine programs; utilizing high-end CAD/CAM software; basic 3-axis to multi-axis machining and turning centers; and Rapid Prototyping.

• This associate degree program meets the academic requirements of the South Carolina Chapter of the National Tooling and Machining Association Apprentice Program.

CNC program details from our current catalog »

Computer Numerical Control Machine Operator
Certificate in Applied Science

This program teaches machine controls, setting tools and machine limits and capabilities.

CNC Machine Operator details from our current catalog »

The Greenville Technical College Center for Manufacturing Innovation (CMI) provides an engaging environment that gives students the tools needed to succeed in advanced manufacturing careers and employers the skilled workforce required for commercial success. Look for courses in CNC, Machine Tool and Mechatronics.

The CMI is located on the Millennium Campus adjacent to CU-ICAR at I-85 and Laurens Road. For more information, directions and upcoming tour dates, go to CMIgreenville.com.

Department Head
Matthew Brady | (864) 236-6756 | Matthew.Brady@gvltec.edu

Administrative Assistant
Deborah White | (864) 250-4160 | Deborah.White@gvltec.edu 

Instructors

Matthew Brady
Tim Crain
Glenn Galloway
James Peavey