You want to be a machinist. You want to set up and operate high-tech precision manual and computer numerical control (CNC) metal cutting and grinding machines, such as lathes, milling machines, drills and grinders. You want to make and repair products made from metal, plastic, rubber textile, fibreglass and space-age alloys.
But you want to learn more, like how to incorporate manual machining knowledge with CNC machining techniques. You want to get better at turning, milling and grinding. You also want more practice with trigonometry and trade math, which is essential for CNC programming, and using instruments such as micrometers and calipers to measure parts.
At NAIT, we’re here to teach you everything you need to know to be successful in the trade.
The Machinist Apprenticeship Program is designed to accommodate apprentices currently working in the industry. For prospective students who have yet not acquired experience, NAIT also offers 1-year certificate option – CNC Machinist.