MACH 174: CNC Lathe I

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Class Program

Machining Technology

Credits

Lecture Hours 9 Lab Hours 42 Clinical Hours None

Weekly Contact Hours

5.1

Meets Degree Requirements For

Not Intended for Transfer, Typically Numbered Below 100.

Description

An introductory course focusing on CNC turning centers. Students will longhand program, set up, and practice safe operation of CNC lathes for basic feature creation.

Grading Basis

Graded

Prerequisites

MACH 173 or Instructor Permission

Course Learning Outcomes

Setup, program, operate, troubleshoot and maintain a CNC lathe.

Program Learning Outcomes

Setup, program, operate, troubleshoot, and maintain machinery.

Level

Beginner

Practice CNC turning safety.

Program Learning Outcomes

Practice safe and professional conduct required of a machinist.

Level

Beginner

Apply and interpret CNC simulation.

Program Learning Outcomes

Operate computer systems efficiently.

Level

Beginner

Apply and interpret dry runs of programmed features.

Program Learning Outcomes

Practice safe and professional conduct required of a machinist.

Level

Beginner

Adjust offsets to bring features within tolerance.

Program Learning Outcomes

Accurately interpret engineering drawings.

Level

Beginner
Measure with precision.

Level

Beginner
Operate computer systems efficiently.

Level

Beginner

Core Topics

Safety
CNC Lathes
CNC Lathe Maintenance
CNC Lathe Setup
CNC Lathe Operation
Basic CNC Lathe Programming
CNC Simulation
Dry Run
Offset adjustment