Precision Machining Technology
CoURSE | Name | Description |
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Manufacturing Your Success | This course will focus on core academic and trade skills to support students transition during their first semester in the Precision Machining program. The student will be supported while they complete their first semester studying modern machi... | |
Blueprint Reading & Precision Measurement | This course prepares students to understand technical information when reading manufacturing blueprints and how to use semi-precision and precision measuring tools. Attention is given to visualization and training in the interpretation of blueprints... | |
Machining Processes I | This course is an introduction to machining and machine shop practices. Topics will include hand tools, measurement, cut off machines, drilling machines, benchwork, turning machines, milling machines, grinding machines and general safety. The content... | |
Machining Processes II | The content of this course is a continuation of Machining Processes I and will provide students with the ability to improve their skills in manual milling and turning processes. Students will hone their skills in precision manual machining procedures... | |
CNC Machining | This course introduces students to the skills of CNC Mill and Turning Center setup. Through lecture and lab assignments, the student will learn how to setup 2-1/2 axis CNC mills and 2-axis lathes. Students will learn G and M codes, basic programming... | |
Precision Grinding | The course is designed to provide the student with learning experiences in the theoretical and the practical skills development in precision grinding operations. The students will machine parts and use a surface grinder to apply various surface and f... | |
EDM & Waterjet Technology | This course teaches the general concepts of Wire Electrical Discharge Machining, a method involving electrical discharges between a wire and a conductive workpiece to remove material in a non-conventional manner. Through lecture and lab assignments,... | |
CNC Mill Setup & Programming | This course teaches the general concepts of CNC Mill Programming using manual G & M coding. Students will program offline and on the shop floor while learning the principles of 2-1/2 axis CNC milling. Students will also be introduced to CAM progr... | |
CNC Lathe Setup & Programming | This course teaches the general concepts of CNC Lathe Programming using manual G & M coding. Students will program offline and on the shop floor while learning the principles of 2 axis CNC turning. Students will also be introduced to CAM programm... | |
Advanced Inspection & Measurement | This course will provide students with training on basic and advanced measuring tools and techniques commonly found in manufacturing environments. This course teaches the care and use of metrology tools such as optical comparators, toolmakers microsc... | |
CAM Programming-2D | This course introduces computer aided design and computer aided manufacturing using MASTERCAM as a CAD/CAM environment, emphasizing the writing and running of CNC Mill and lathe programs and machining parts. It is a study of basic modern machining me... | |
Metallurgy for Metalworking | This course develops familiarization with the various ferrous and non-ferrous metals used in the metalworking industry. This is a study of metals and their properties, metallurgical concepts, steel numbering system, Iron-Carbon diagrams, various heat... | |
Jig & Fixture Design | Designed to familiarize the student with the design fundamentals of drill jigs and milling, lathe, assembly, and grinding fixtures. The students will learn the basics of jig and fixture design. The types, functions and classifications of fixtures wil... | |
CAM Programming-3D | This course is a continuation of CAD/CAM I using MASTERCAM as a CAD/CAM environment, emphasizing the writing and running of CNC Mill and lathe programs and machining parts. It is a study of advanced machining methods and teaches the use of software i... |