MACH 2043 — Computer Aided Manufacturing
-Basic Programming 3 cr. Sem: F/S 2 Lec./2 Lab Hrs./week Prerequisite: MACH 2024 Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing with a grade of “C” or better or 75% or better on equivalent assessment. Students will learn the basic concepts of manual programming of CNC machining applications to include lathes, mills, EDM, CNC drills, and precision lathes (Swiss turn). Topics include the fundamentals of programming; the main types of keyboarding logic and creation of programs; and an introduction to work coordinates, part processing, basics of CAD/CAM and cutting calculations and applications. Students must demonstrate competency in core course objectives through practical applications. A lab fee is required.