Master Syllabus MC1103, CNC Operations

Credits 3 Lab Hours 3 Lecture Hours 1 Clinical Hours 0
Course Description
This course students will become acquainted with the history of Numerical Control (NC) and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) machines and will be introduced to a CNC machine used in the precision machining trades. They will gain practical experience in the application of "G" codes and "M" codes, writing CNC machine programs, and machine setup and operation. For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.

For each unit of credit, a minimum of three hours per week with one of the hours for class and two hours for studying/preparation outside of class is expected.

Academic Year
AY2025-26
SCCC Outcomes

Outcome #4: Demonstrate mathematical skills by using a variety of techniques and technologies.

Outcome #6: Exhibit skills in information and technological literacy.

Course Outcomes
  1. Using the principles of Cartesian coordinates, student will develop a program for the manufacture of a simple part
  2. Student will develop a part program, enter it into an editor/simulation package and verify the program.
  3. A supervisor will evaluate the simulation and programmed coordinates in the program and assure that they are dimensionally correct.
  4. Student has successfully completed the competency when the program runs smoothly with no collisions and coordinates are 100% correctly identified on the simulation software.
Course Outline
  1. System basics
  2. NC project basics
  3. Common NC parameters
  4. Common NC operations
  5. Operations manager
Instructional Methods
  1. Lecture/Discussion
  2. Hands-on Demonstration
  3. Practical applications
Instructional Resources and Materials
  1. Precision Machining Technology text book
  2. SurfCam CAD/CAM software
  3. SolidWorks design software
  4. Mastercam CAD/CAM software
  5. Industry Handouts
  6. Internet
Methods of Assessment

The student evaluation will be based upon class discussion, examinations, class attendance, student participation, student objectives worksheets. Shop activities along with live work projects are also used.

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