MFG 337 - CNC Mill Programming Theory Credits: 2 Lecture Hours: 1 Lab Hours: 2 Practicum Hours: 0 Work Experience: 0 Course Type: Voc/Tech An introductory level course explaining the theory behind the basic programming of a CNC machining center. Prerequisite: MFG 260 or Instructor Approval Corequisite: MFG 338 Competencies 1. Apply terms associated with programming and operating a CNC machining center.
1. Demonstrate proper usage of preparatory commands and their companion words
2. Demonstrate proper usage of miscellaneous codes.
3. Explain common CNC terminology.
2. Create basic programs using the word address format.
1. Construct CNC mill code manually.
2. Employ some form of looping within a program.
3. Demonstrate a working knowledge of canned cycles.
4. Utilize file management to store and retrieve CNC programs.
5. Demonstrate a working knowledge of the Cartesian coordinate system.
3. Discuss the different programming formats.
1. Conversational programming
2. Incremental programming
4. Analyze the operation of a CNC Mill. (Vertical and Horizontal)
1. Explain the function of the basic components.
2. Demonstrate an understanding of common tooling.
3. Demonstrate an understanding of the offset system.
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