CAM 160 Intermediate CNC Mill Operations and Programming

Lecture Hours: 2
Lab Hours: 6
Credits: 4

Introduces Computer Numerical Control (CNC) programming for milling applications and operations related to manufacturing.

Prerequisite: CAM 130 with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Student Learning Outcomes:

Develop process plans for successful program implementation.
Use milling program fundamentals.
Apply basic milling program format structure.
Set up and operate CNC milling machines.
Select appropriate tooling for milling programs.
Determine compensation and offset type for milling programs.
Demonstrate efficient program techniques using canned cycles, subroutines, loops, and macros.
Demonstrate industrial accepted positive work ethics and habits to include teamwork, honesty, responsibility, punctuality, attendance, personal appearance, cooperation, positive attitude and effective interaction skills.

Content Outline

Planning for CNC Milling Operations
Milling Program Fundamentals
Program Formats
Milling Machine Setup
Milling Machine Tool Selection
Milling Machine Work Holding Selection
Programming Milling Cutter Offset Compensations
- Manual
- Automatic
Programming Canned Cycles
Programming Subroutines, Loops and Macros
Documentation: Integration of Planning and Programming
Industry-Accepted Work Ethics and Habits