CNC operator: a trade in 3 months, with an international ISO certificate
Design in AutoCAD, SolidWorks and CAD/CAM, then hands-on practice on a Hyundai-Wia CNC machine. A local certificate at the end, and an international ISO certificate if you want it.
- Hyundai-Wia CNC machine
- AutoCAD, SolidWorks and CAD/CAM
- Dormitory available
- 3 months
- duration
- 432
- hours
- 5m
- so'm / month
Who it is for
Entry requirements. If one of them does not fit, talk to an adviser.
- Over 18
- No experience required — it starts from scratch
- Secondary education
- Basic computer skills
Why study here
AutoCAD, SolidWorks and CAD/CAM
You learn 3D/2D modelling in modern design software and writing control programs for the machine, hands-on.
Practice on a Hyundai-Wia CNC machine
Straight after the theory, you start machining parts on a real production CNC lathe. Not a training mock-up — the equipment used in a plant.
Dormitory and meals on campus
A comfortable dormitory and three hot meals a day for those travelling in from the regions, at very reasonable daily rates.
International ISO certificate
At the end of the course, on top of the local certificate — the option to sit a practical exam against an international ISO standard, with the right to work at foreign companies.
Course structure
No difference — there is one programme: every student follows the same 3-month path, from CAD/CAM design to machining independently on the Hyundai-Wia machine.
- C-3
Single programme — 3 months
432 hours. CAD/CAM design, measurement and metrology basics, G/M-code programming, through to machining parts independently on the Hyundai-Wia machine.
3 months · 432 hours · 5m so'm/month
- Month 1
Theory and design
How a CNC machine is built, G- and M-code basics, CAD/CAM design in AutoCAD and SolidWorks.
- Month 2
Practical programming
3D/2D drawings of parts, MDI and cyclic programs, loading programs into the machine's memory and starting to machine metal.
- Month 3
Advanced practice
Roughing and finishing techniques, working to tolerances and cutting threads, writing programs for non-standard parts independently.
Full syllabus
By month and stage, with hours at section level. 432 hours in total. The brochure gives hours only at the month (stage) level — there is no breakdown by topic.
| Section | Topic | Hours |
|---|---|---|
| I | Theory and design | 144 |
| 1 | How a CNC machine is built and how it works | |
| 2 | Programming codes — learning G- and M-codes | |
| 3 | Fundamentals of AutoCAD, SolidWorks and CAD/CAM | |
| II | Practical programming | 144 |
| 4 | Preparing 3D/2D drawings of parts | |
| 5 | Writing MDI and cyclic programs | |
| 6 | Loading programs into the machine's memory, starting to machine metal | |
| III | Advanced practice | 144 |
| 7 | Roughing and finishing machining techniques | |
| 8 | Working to tolerances, thread-cutting methods | |
| 9 | Writing programs and machining non-standard parts in practice | |
| Total | 432 hours | |
ITheory and design144 hours
| 1 | How a CNC machine is built and how it works | |
| 2 | Programming codes — learning G- and M-codes | |
| 3 | Fundamentals of AutoCAD, SolidWorks and CAD/CAM |
IIPractical programming144 hours
| 4 | Preparing 3D/2D drawings of parts | |
| 5 | Writing MDI and cyclic programs | |
| 6 | Loading programs into the machine's memory, starting to machine metal |
IIIAdvanced practice144 hours
| 7 | Roughing and finishing machining techniques | |
| 8 | Working to tolerances, thread-cutting methods | |
| 9 | Writing programs and machining non-standard parts in practice |
Extra specialised module: 3D CAD and RDB machines
3D CAD stages
- Building 3D CAD models and sketching
- Modelling and editing features
- Modelling complex shapes and surfaces
- Sheet-metal modelling, motion analysis
RDB turning / milling
- Setting up the machine and working safely
- Post-processing programs
- CAM programming for turning and milling
- Practical exercises and assessment
Equipment and technology
Prices
Every payment in one place. No payment on the site — contract and payment are handled at the centre.
| 3-month course | 15m so'm |
- Local certificate and paperwork
- Materials and use of the equipment
- Use of AutoCAD, SolidWorks and CAD/CAM software
Optional
Paid separately| Dormitory | 75,000 so'm / day |
| Meals, three a day | 75,000 so'm / day |
| International ISO exam (exam and material) | 3m so'm |
Certificate
Two stages — and a third route for the experienced: straight to the exam, no course.
Local certificate
A state-issued document for CNC machine operator or programmer qualification. Included in the course price, at no extra cost.
- Certificate (with QR code)
- Skills assessment sheet
- Statement of attendance and hours
International ISO certificate
A practical exam against an international ISO standardThe right to work as a CNC operator or programmer abroad and on international projects.
Exam only — no course
Already know how to run a CNC machine? Go straight to the local exam, without the course. This is how organisations certify their existing operators.
How certification works — 7 steps
- 01ApplicationSign up for the course, or for the exam only.
- 02DocumentsPassport, proof of education and a medical certificate.
- 03Course or preparationThe course, or preparing on your own.
- 04Theory examA test, on a computer.
- 05Practical examOn real equipment, in front of the board.
- 06MarkingResults are announced within 3 working days.
- 07CertificateA certificate with a QR code, and the document pack.
Instructors
- Photo · instructor
[Name Surname]
Lead CNC instructor, CAD/CAM engineerExperience in production and in teaching
Intake and schedule
When a group fills up, we move you to the next date.
Next start dates
- 15 September 2026
- 13 October 2026
- 10 November 2026
Shifts
- Morning · 09:00–13:00
- Afternoon · 14:00–18:00
Where graduates work
With Industry 4.0 demand, CNC operators and programmers are sought after at manufacturing plants. An international ISO certificate opens up work at foreign companies and on international projects.
Countries
Type of work
- Manufacturing precision parts
- CAD/CAM design technician
- CNC programmer at an industrial plant
Similar programmes
Questions
The questions asked most often about this programme.
Can I learn CNC programming from scratch?
Yes. The programme starts from scratch: month 1 covers theory and CAD/CAM basics, months 2 and 3 cover practical programming and machining on the Hyundai-Wia machine.
How long is the course and how many hours?
3 months, 432 hours — 144 hours for each of the three stages: theory and design, practical programming, advanced practice.
Why do I need the international ISO certificate?
It gives you the right to work as a CNC operator or programmer abroad and on international projects. It costs 3m so'm (exam and material), separate from the local certificate.
I can already run a CNC machine and only need the certificate — is that possible?
Yes, you can sit the local-standard exam directly, without the course: 1m so'm.
Is there a separate charge for equipment and software?
No, use of AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CAD/CAM and the Hyundai-Wia machine is included in the course price.
Can I live in the dormitory?
Yes, the dormitory is 75,000 so'm a day, and meals (three a day) are 75,000 so'm a day. Both are optional and not included in the course price.
CNC machine operator — apply
Our adviser will be in touch within 24 hours, confirm the date and invite you to the campus. Contract and payment are handled at the centre.