Introduction to CNC Operations

Catalog description

This course starts with students learning all the safety aspects when operating a CNC machine. Students review measuring instruments used in the machining industry. The course then establishes an understanding of figuring cutting tool speeds and feed-rates used on CNC machines. Students receive instruction on positioning and jogging CNC machine tools. The course introduces students to set-up and operations of computerized numerical control machine tools, which includes the three-axis HAAS vertical machining center and two-axis HAAS lathe. Provides experience in setting work offsets, tool lengths and operating the HAAS CNC control. And full understanding of set-up and running ashort production run on CNC equipment.