About the Trainings
No Cost to Trainees
Intro to CNC | Precision Machining
May 19–June 27, 2025, Monday–Thursday, 3–6 p.m. at SMCC’s South Portland Campus
Gain hands-on experience with the essential tools and techniques of precision machining in this introductory course. View an informational flyer.
Learn the fundamentals of:
- CNC control panels
- Operation procedures of CNC lathe & milling machines
- Metrology & basic measuring tools
- Various metal cutting tools
- Cutting speeds & feeds
- Print reading
CNC Macro Programming & Probing | Precision Machining
July 7–25, 2025, Monday–Thursday, 3–6 p.m. at SMCC’s South Portland Campus
This course is designed as an intro to automation and Industry 4.0 for advanced students who earned an A in MACH-215 and MACH-265, or industry professionals with at least one year of CNC operations and a strong understanding of G code. Programming experience is recommended. View an informational flyer.
Topics include:
- Different types of variables
- Macro specific equation functions
- Sub programs & passing variables
- Implementation of macros within programs
- Probing work stations
- Probing & reporting part dimensions
- Auto inspect & offsetting of tools & workstations
- Custom macro programs for common material removal sequences
What opportunities does this program provide?
Put Your Skills to Work
Complete the Construction Institute and earn a certificate of readiness, be connected with employers and start your career now.
Continue Your Education
Interested in continuing to build your skills? Upon successful completion of the Construction Institute you can transfer all of the credits you’ve earned to either our Construction Technology academic certificate or associate degree program and continue your education.
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COMPLETION TIME
VARIES BASED ON TRAINING
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LOCATION
SOUTH PORTLAND CAMPUS
Have Questions?
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