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Course Description

This intensive job training program offers qualified candidates the needed training to succeed as entry-level computer numerical control (CNC) machinists. Large and small companies in San Diego have the need for skilled, trained CNC machinists to fabricate a wide variety of components in the region’s industrial manufacturing companies.

This program teaches students important skills in manual and CNC machining, including self-inspection, documentation and record keeping in the manufacturing environment. Students will learn to read and interpret blueprints and product drawings, including the use of tolerances in measurement. Additionally, students will learn applied mathematics operations to set up and verify machining operations. Students will learn how to work safely in an industrial environment, specifically the safe and accurate set-up and operation of CNC machines, while ensuring product flow and product quality. Students will receive:

• OSHA-10 certification

• LEAN training

• Industry tours

• Guest speakers

• Multiple projects

• Career Readiness Bootcamp

• Internship opportunities

Notes

Minimum Requirements

  • Must be 18 years of age or older
  • High Functioning, (low-support needs) autism
  • Show competence in organizational skills that reflect the ability to function independently in social and academic settings
  • Exhibit competence in reading, basic math and computer comprehension, specifically show the ability to identify main idea, make inferences and integrate disparate ideas
  • Demonstrate improved social competency including skills in self-advocacy, independent, independent living and social collaboration
  • Demonstrate improved skills in the appropriate use of language in a social content by applying a variety of communication skills
  • High School or GED diploma, and be prepared for a variety of post-secondary and career opportunities. Successfully demonstrate basic algebra and English skills
  • Ability to work 5 days a week, eight hours a day, 40 hours per week
  • Comfortable working with machinery in an industrial environment
  • A good attitude

Free Uniquely Abled CNC Operator Information Sessions

Date: Monday, October 26
Zoom Link: https://miracosta-edu.zoom.us/j/85778577406
Meeting ID: 857 7857 7406

 

Date: Tuesday, November 17
Zoom Link: https://miracosta-edu.zoom.us/j/81995371553
Meeting ID: 819 9537 1553

Click HERE to add yourself to the interest list and recieve program updates!  

Prerequisites

  • Attend a FREE Information Session, click here to signup, FREE Information Sessions.
  • Complete application by clicking here --> Work Skills Application.
  • Complete an Assessment 
  • Complete an Interview
  • After prerequisites are completed, students will be notified by email of their acceptance into the program.

 

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Application

Name
Work Skills Application
Instructions

Application must be completed and reviewed by MiraCosta College Technology Career Institute staff prior to acceptance into the program.  If you need assistance with the application, please CALL 760.757.2121 ext 6528.

Enroll Now - Select a section and enroll

Section Title
Uniquely Abled: CNC Operator Program
Type
Class
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
8:00AM to 2:30PM
Dates
May 04, 2026 to Aug 19, 2026
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
450.0
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Fee not-for-credit $15,000.00 Click here to get more information

Section Notes

This is an intensive career preparation program for individuals with high functioning autism. 

No class on 5/25, 6/19 & 7/3.

Attend our information session to find out more (See details on page 39)

Section Title
Uniquely Abled: CNC Operator Program
Type
Class
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
8:00AM to 2:30PM
Dates
Aug 31, 2026 to Dec 17, 2026
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
450.0
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Fee not-for-credit $15,000.00 Click here to get more information
Instructors

Section Notes

This is an intensive career preparation program for individuals with high functioning autism. 

 

Section Title
Uniquely Abled: CNC Operator Program
Type
Class
Days
M, T, W, Th, F
Time
8:00AM to 2:30PM
Dates
Jan 04, 2027 to Apr 22, 2027
Schedule and Location
Contact Hours
450.0
Delivery Options
Course Fee(s)
Fee not-for-credit $15,000.00 Click here to get more information
Instructors

Section Notes

This is an intensive career preparation program for individuals with high functioning autism. 

Employment assistance is available for students in the course in partnership with the Department of Rehabilitation (DOR). 

Mon–Fri, 1/4/27–4/22/27. No class on 1/18, 2/12, 2/15 & 4/2.

Free Uniquely Abled CNC Operator Information Sessions

Date: Monday, October 26
Zoom Link: https://miracosta-edu.zoom.us/j/85778577406
Meeting ID: 857 7857 7406

 

Date: Tuesday, November 17
Zoom Link: https://miracosta-edu.zoom.us/j/81995371553
Meeting ID: 819 9537 1553

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