CAM 235 Advanced CNC Mill Operations and Programming

Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 6
Credits: 3

Introduces advanced Computer Numerical Control (CNC) programming and machine setups for milling applications and operations related to CNC machining.

Prerequisite: CAM 190 with a grade of C or better; or consent of instructor.
Student Learning Outcomes:

Develop and implement advanced shop travelers as per industry specifications.
Use advanced mill programming techniques, including subroutines, program looping, canned cycles, and basic macro programming.
Setup and operate CNC milling machines, including CNC vertical with 4th axis, and CNC horizontal.
Program, setup, and operate CNC milling machines with the aide of CAPPS software.
Practice and implement speed and feed calculations for high speed machining.
Demonstrate industry accepted positive work ethics and habits, including teamwork, honesty, responsibility, punctuality, attendance, personal appearance, cooperation, positive attitude, and effective interaction skills.

Content Outline

Planning for CNC Milling Operations
Advanced Mill Programming Practices
Program Formats
Milling Machine Setup
Milling Machine Tool Selection
Milling Machine Work Holding Selection
Programming Canned Cycles
Programming Subroutines, Loops, and Macros
Documentation (shop travelers): Integration of Planning and Programming
Industry-Accepted Work Ethics and Habits