Creativity, Coding & CNC Machining

Join the Hip Hop M.D. Maynard Okereke for a conversation with mechanical engineer and CNC machining expert Jose Nazario. Explore the world of machine tooling that combines technology and creativity to bring engineering designs to life.

X-STEM All Access gives 6-12th grade students an inside look into the exciting careers and inspiring personal journeys of diverse STEM role models through a lively Q&A session. The 20-minute max episodes include an NGSS-aligned lesson plan with a career connection component so students can explore real-world career options. New episodes premiere all year long.

00:00 Introduction
01:55 What is CNC machining?
03:00 A closer look at Geometric Code
03:40 Industries that rely on CNC machining
04:56 STEM skills needed to work with CNC machines
06:54 A closer look at technical training and graduate programs
07:34 CNC machining as part of the 4th stage of the Industrial Revolution
09:33 Is CNC machining environmentally friendly?
11:55 The future of machine tooling