Subtractive Manufacturing

Catalog description

The Subtractive Manufacturing course is a deep dive into the programming and usage of machining centers and turning centers. The areas of study will include the exploration of CNC machines (functionality and usage of 3-axis & 5-axis milling machines and dual-spindle lathes), CNC programming, various tool types and tool holders, collets, automatic tool changers (ATCs) & turrets, spindles, chucks, fixtures & jigs, chip auger & conveyor systems, and air blast & coolant systems. An introduction to performing tool offsets and probing, as well as setup of coordinate systems will also be covered.