MA3. 421 CNC: Lathe
Introduces students to a modern CNC turning center and part programming using industry standard ISO/EIA machine code for the Fanuc controller. Students turn aluminum parts to specifications on a Hitachi Seiki CNC Lathe. Safety procedures are emphasized. Prepares students for mastery of the two axis lathe coordinate plane.
Offered
Offered Winter only
Notes
Career Technical Education (CTE) Course
General Education Requirements
Computer Competency
Outcomes
Upon successful completion of this course, students will be able to:
Make parts using Manual, Manual Data Input MDI, and Automatic operating Modes. Read, write and transfer machine code for axis CNC turning. Understand and follow Safety Procedures for the CNC Turning Center. Edit existing part programs to allow for part geometry revisions. Demonstrate hands on skill when performing routine machine operator tasks. Balance cutting speed, feed rate and depth of cut for optimum metal removal rate and quality.