MACH 200 CNC II Setup and Operation

This course teaches the fundamental skills required to safely and efficiently set up and operate a variety of computer-controlled (CNC) machine tools. Students will learn how CNC equipment operates in industry by designing and producing real-life projects that apply the skills and knowledge gained throughout the program.

Credits

3

Prerequisite

MACH 150

Hours Weekly

2 hours lecture, 2 hours lab

Course Objectives

1. Operate CNC machine controls, including the Haas Next Generation Control (NGC) interface, to home the machine, navigate operational modes, and prepare programs for execution while adhering to established safety standards.
2. Set and verify work offsets, tool length offsets, and cutter compensation to machine parts that meet specifications indicated on engineering drawings.
3. Select and establish appropriate program zero locations using manual touch-off procedures and/or WIPS probing systems based on machining requirements.
4. Select and configure suitable work holding methods to ensure secure material setup, repeatability of operations, and proper tool access during machining.
5. Measure and evaluate machined parts using precision inspection tools to verify dimensional accuracy and surface finish in accordance with print specifications.
6. Prepare and validate CNC setups consistent with NIMS Level I CNC Operator standards by verifying program function, confirming safe operation, and ensuring finished parts meet specified tolerances.

Course Objectives

1. Operate CNC machine controls, including the Haas Next Generation Control (NGC) interface, to home the machine, navigate operational modes, and prepare programs for execution while adhering to established safety standards.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

2. Set and verify work offsets, tool length offsets, and cutter compensation to machine parts that meet specifications indicated on engineering drawings.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

3. Select and establish appropriate program zero locations using manual touch-off procedures and/or WIPS probing systems based on machining requirements.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

4. Select and configure suitable work holding methods to ensure secure material setup, repeatability of operations, and proper tool access during machining.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

5. Measure and evaluate machined parts using precision inspection tools to verify dimensional accuracy and surface finish in accordance with print specifications.

   This objective is a course Goal Only

6. Prepare and validate CNC setups consistent with NIMS Level I CNC Operator standards by verifying program function, confirming safe operation, and ensuring finished parts meet specified tolerances.

   This objective is a course Goal Only