Computerized Machining and Manufacturing Technology - 2009-2011 Course Catalog

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Computerized Machining and Manufacturing Technology (MFG)

MFG 101 Introduction to Machining and Manufacturing (1-13)

Emphasizes beginning conventional machine tool operation and includes use and care of tools and instruments used in measurement, layout and inspection. Safety to self and others is stressed in the operation of pedestal grinders, drill presses, conventional lathes, and milling machines. Occupational health and safety are taught. PREREQUISITE: Instructor's permission.

MFG 102 Conventional Milling and Turning (1-13)

Introduces progressively more difficult operations on conventional lathes and milling machines with an emphasis on job planning sequence, attention to blueprint specifications, setting up equipment for safe operation, speeds and feeds calculations, proper selection of tooling and work holding, as well as work piece layout and final inspection processes. PREREQUISITE: Instructor's permission.

MFG 103 Conventional and Computer Numerical Control (CNC) Machining Level 1 (1-13)

Emphasizes advanced calculations and machining operations on conventional lathes, milling machines, and surface grinders and their accessories, and it also introduces the basics of computer numerical control programming (CNC) and machining. PREREQUISITE: Instructor's permission.

MFG 104 Conventional and CNC Machining Level 2 (1-13)

Emphasizes more advanced calculations and machining operations on conventional lathes, milling machines, and surface grinders and their accessories, and it also includes basic CNC milling and turning operations and introduces CAD/CAM software. PREREQUISITE: Instructor's permission.

MFG 105 Intermediate CNC Machinging (1-13)

Emphasizes more advanced calculations and machining operations on CNC milling and turning centers and includes more extensive use of CAD/CAM software. PREREQUISITE: Instructor's permission.

MFG 106 Special Machining Practices (1-13)

This is a capstone course in which learners refine their skills working independently to produce final projects using conventional or CNC machine tools and CAD/CAM software. PREREQUISITE: Instructor's permission.

MFG 168 Mastercam Level One (1-13)

Introduction to Mastercam, including geometry, contouring, and tool paths. No CNC shop machining performed. PREREQUISITE: Instructor's permission.

MFG 169 Mastercam Level Two (1-13)

Continuation of beginning Mastercam, including geometry, contouring, and tool paths. No CNC shop machining performed. PREREQUISITE: Instructor's permission.

MFG 177 Manufacturing Work Experience (1-12)

Offers learners an opportunity to work full- or part-time in a manufacturing jobs directly related to their programs and interests. Students may receive a salary or volunteer. PREREQUISITE: Instructor's permission.

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