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2026-2027 Course Catalog 
    
2026-2027 Course Catalog
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MFG 337 - CNC Mill Programming Theory

Credits: 2
Lecture Hours: 1
Lab Hours: 2
Practicum Hours: 0
Work Experience: 0
Course Type: Voc/Tech
This is an introductory-level course explaining the theory behind the basic programming of a CNC machining center.
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 sub programming
    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. Examine different programming formats
    1. Describe absolute programming
    2. Discuss 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  

Competencies Revised Date: AY2027



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