The University of Maryland offers a Computer Science major. A degree or certificate in computer science provides a background in developing and optimizing computer programs. Some courses in computer programming are available online. The University of Maryland has no machinery classes.
This school has two-year degrees or certificates in automotive technology, computer science and engineering. Courses from all of these areas would further a CNC career. The school has three campuses throughout Baltimore County to make it more convenient to attend.
With campuses in Germantown, Rockville and Silver Spring, Maryland, Montgomery College has classes and degrees in automotive technology, computer science and engineering science. Counselors help students combine classes from these programs to get a good background for CNC machine programming.
With two-year degrees and certificates in computer-aided design (CAD), electronics technology, computer support technology and engineering, Howard Community College provides a strong background in the computer side of CNC. Further coursework in machinery is advisable to make yourself more marketable.