Catalog 2015-2016 
    
    Mar 28, 2024  
Catalog 2015-2016 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

MACH 124 Tool Geometry, Carbides, and CNC

8 credits
This course covers carbide grade, insert selection, tool geometry, tool holders, and quality overview. Included will also be instruction on the safe setup and operation of CNC machines and an introduction to G-code programing.

Prerequisites: MATH 087  and ABED 046  (or equivalent placement scores for MATH 098  or higher and ENGL 093  or higher) and MACH 110  (pre or corequisite) or instructor permission
Quarters Offered: Fall

Global Outcome(s)
This course teaches to the global outcome of Teamwork.

Student Outcomes/Competencies:
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

  • Create 2-D programs by way of computer aided machining and hand written G-code.
  • Set-up and operate CNC machines
  • Explain the carbide grading system
  • Demonstrate knowledge of proper tool geometry
  • Describe the benefit of having quality management standards
  • Demonstrate use of shop math
  • Problem solve and safely run CNC equipment as a team