CNC Machining Academy - COP ESD

June 23-July 17, 2025

9a-3p Monday - Thursday (Friday Business Immersion Trips July 11 and 18, 2025)

Industrial Arts Institute

20902 Washington St., Onaway, MI

Registration: https://bit.ly/41LEe9s

For COP ESD students entering grades 10th, 11th, or 12th Grade and are at least 15 years old.

Are you ready to turn your passion into a promising career? Look no further than CNC Machining Academy! This intensive 3-week program offers high school students ages 15+ a unique opportunity to dive headfirst into the world of Computer Numeric Controls while earning a competitive wage.

*All participants must attend a mandatory interview and informational session on May 29 at 6:30pm at the Industrial Arts Institute in Onaway.

• Learn Mastercam software for designing and generating toolpaths for CNC mills and lathes.

• Gain hands-on experience setting up and operating CNC machines.

• Earn industry-recognized certifications, including:

  • Haas Basic Mill Certificate

  • Haas Basic Lathe Certificate

  • 3 Precision Measurement Certificate

  • Precision Measuring Instruments

• Engage with local industry through business immersion trips.

Beyond mastering essential CNC machining skills, particpants will engage in a variety of enriching activities to enhance their overall readiness for the workforce. These include:

• Safety workshops with MIOSHA

• Apprenticeship seminar

• Financial literacy seminars

• Business immersion trips

• Employability skill development

Weekly Schedule Breakdown on the second picture added to this post.

Clothing required for safety: Leather shoes/boots, short sleeve shirts, no hoodies