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Catalog 2019-2020 
    
Catalog 2019-2020 [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

MACH 115 Introduction to CNC Machining

4 credits
This course will introduce the fundamental concepts of CNC machining through the creation of projects. The student will learn to hand write G and M code, safely set-up and operate a CNC mill, and complete machined parts to the shop standard.

Prerequisites: ABED 046  (or placement into ENGL 093  or higher) and MATH 087  (or placement into MATH 098  or higher) or instructor permission

Corequisites: MACH 116 MACH 131 , and MACH 133  

Course Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course students will be able to:

  • Identify the different types of machine tools
  • Identify the different axis of motion in a cnc machine
  • Demonstrate proper setup and operation of machine tools
  • Modify G and M code at the machine control
  • Analyze and correct any error messages
  • Create G and M code that will safely and efficiently create parts
  • Predict the next movement of the machine by reading the code
  • Memorize G and M codes

Program Outcomes
This course teaches to the following program outcomes:

  • be prepared with skills to perform entry-level CNC machining and manual machining
  • perform CAD/CAM programming and manual programming
  • set up and operate machine tools with a minimum of supervision

Global Outcomes
This course teaches to the global outcome of intercultural appreciation.

Total Hours: 60 Lecture Hours: 20 Lab or Clinical Hours: 40