CAM 120 Manual Milling Processes

Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 6
Credits: 4

Covers basic milling processes; work-holding methods; cutter identification, selection, and use; speeds and feeds; adapters; and tool holders and application. Includes operation of vertical and horizontal manual milling machines, and applying related operational theory.

Prerequisite: CAM 110 with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Student Learning Outcomes:

Use industry standard safety practices while operating a milling machine.
Identify and distinguish types and related functions of milling machines.
Apply operational parameters including setup, speed, feed and depth of cut.
Perform milling machine setups and operations.
Select work-holding devices, tool holders, and cutters for milling machine operations.
Define the functions of milling machine accessories and attachments.

Content Outline

Safety
Milling Machine Types
Work-Holding
Tool-Holding
Cutter Selection
- Horizontal
- Vertical
Operational Parameters
- Cutting speed
- Feed rate
- Depth of cut
  - Radial
  - Axial
Accessories
- Indexing equipment
- Rotary tables
- Offset Boring Head