Academic Catalog

Advanced Machine Tool (AMCA)

AMCA2010. Advanced Milling I. (4 Credits)

AMCA2030. Adv Milling II. (4 Credits)

AMCA2050. Adv Lathe Operations I. (4 Credits)

AMCA2070. Adv Lathe Operations II. (4 Credits)

AMCA2080. Advanced Grinding I. (2 Credits)

AMCA2090. Adv Grinding Operations II. (2 Credits)

AMCA2110. CNC Fundamentals. (4 Credits)

Provides a comprehensive introduction to computer numerical controlled (CNC) machining processes. Topics include: safety, Computer Numerical Control of machinery, setup and operation of CNC machinery, introduction to programming of CNC machinery, introduction to CAD/CAM.

AMCA2130. CNC Mill Programming. (5 Credits)

Provides instruction for the safe operation and manual programming of computer numerical controlled (CNC) milling machines. Topics include: safety, calculation for programming, program codes and structure, program run and editing of programs.

AMCA2150. CNC Lathe Programming. (5 Credits)

Provides instruction for the safe operation and manual programming of computer numerical controlled (CNC) Lathes. Topics include: safety, calculations for programming, program codes and structure, program run and editing of programs.

AMCA2170. CNC Practical Applications. (4 Credits)

Provides additional instruction in part holding and fixture design. Students will also gain additional experience in print-to-part development of CNC progamming. Topics include: safety, fixture design and manufacturing, and CNC part manufacturing.

AMCA2190. CAD/CAM Programming. (4 Credits)

Emphasizes the development of skills in computer aided design (CAD) and computer aided manufacturing (CAM). The student will design and program parts to be machined on computer numerical controlled machines. Topics include: hardware and software, drawing manipulations, tool path generation, program posting, and program downloading.