CNC / Machinist

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Prepare for a Rewarding Career in Machining

At Alvin Community College, we are your launching pad for a rewarding career in machining. In just 16 weeks, you’ll gain the hands-on training and industry-recognized credentials needed to start working in one of today’s most in-demand fields.

Graduates of the program are entering careers where skilled CNC machinists and operators can earn around $60,000 per year, with opportunities for advancement into programming and leadership roles.

Local employers are already reaching out to ACC, asking when the next group of CNC graduates will be ready. There is a strong demand for these skills in Brazoria County and the Gulf Coast region.

What You’ll Learn

Our comprehensive CNC Machining program covers:

  • Manual milling and turning
  • Advanced CNC machine controls
  • Simulation technology and e-learning tools
  • Safety, precision measurement, and industry best practices

With guidance from experienced instructors and employer partners, you’ll build real-world skills that prepare you for immediate employment opportunities.

Funding and Grant Opportunities

Alvin Community College was awarded a $1.5 million CONNECT CNC: Cultivating Opportunities for New Skills and Navigating Employment and Career Training in CNC Machining grant to expand training in CNC machining and increase opportunities for individuals in advanced manufacturing.

If you’re interested in the CNC/Machinist program, our Enrollment team can guide you through the funding options you may qualify for.

If you’d like to learn more about the SCC5: CNC CONNECT grant—including stipends and eligibility requirements—please contact:

Eric McDonald
SCC5 Project Manager
emcdonald@alvincollege.edu
281-756-3581

Registration

  • Click here to apply for admission into the program
    • Select "CNC Machining Application" under Topic Code.  
  • A member of CEWD will contact you to complete registration into the program.
  • Payment in full is due at the time of registration.
    Qualified students may be eligible for financial support.

Career Data

Required Courses and Description

A study of blueprints for machining trades with emphasis on machine drawings. Upon completion the student will be able to identify the elements of machine drawings; interpret dimensions, tolerances, and geometric aspects of blueprints; and explain Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) symbols and their meanings.

 An introduction to the modern science of dimensional metrology. Emphasis on the identification, selection, and application of various types of precision instruments associated with the machining trade. Practice of basic layout and piece part measurements while using standard measuring tools. Upon completion the student will be able to perform common methods of measurement conversion; determine the degree of precision measurement required; identify, select use, field calibrate common types of precision measuring instruments; interpret blueprint requirements; convert between English and metric units; and identify and compute tolerances of parts.

Fundamental machine shop safety, math, and measurement. Upon completion the student will be able to discuss the proper use of hand tools and equipment; describe safe use of various shop equipment; demonstrate the use of measuring instruments; and perform basic calculations.

A course that introduces machining fundamentals. Use basic machine tools including the lathe, milling machine, drill press, power saw, and bench grinder. Machine terminology, theory, math, part layout, and bench work using common measuring tools. Emphasis is placed on shop safety, housekeeping, and preventative maintenance. Upon completion the student will be able to demonstrate set-up and use of basic machine tools; apply good housekeeping; and employ proper safety; use precision instruments to perform bench work including part layout, drilling, reaming, tapping, employ drilling, reaming, hole machining processes; demonstrate tooling maintenance and equipment maintenance.


Upcoming Classes

Fall 2025

Course No. Dates Times Days Room Instructor

CEMCHN 1002 01

Print Reading for Machining Trades

 09/03/2025-09/29/2025 6:00PM-10:00PM M/W Hiflex- D117 S. Kalinec

CEMCHN 1020 01

Precision Tools & Measurement

 09/02/2025-09/25/2025 6:00PM-10:00PM T/TH Hiflex- D117 C. Workman

CEMCHN 1000 01

Beginning Machine Shop

 10/06/2025-10/29/2025 6:00PM-9:30PM M/W Hiflex- D117 S. Kalinec

CEMCHN 1038 01

Basic Machine Shop 1

 09/30/2025-10/23/2025 6:00PM-9:30PM T/TH Hiflex- D117 C. Workman

Program Investment

In District Tuition & Fees $2,400 | Out of District Tuition & Fees $2,540.00

Qualified students may be eligible for financial support.

Tuition and fees are subject to change.