CNC Machining III

This is an advanced course only available to students who have successfully completed the CNC Machining 2 Program. The objective of this program is to reinforce 3-axis concepts learned in the previous semester and introduce advanced live tooling, 3+2, and 5-axis programming, setup and operations, advanced tool pathing and advanced set ups. They will set up, program, and make a series of projects that will lead them to be entry level 5-axis milling programmers or advanced lathe programmers. Students will learn the benefits of 5-axis milling in the manufacturing industry and understand the use of 4 and 5-axis for increased proficiency and advanced tool pathing. The students will enhance their 2D toolpaths and learn how to construct advanced toolpaths for 3D surface models. The students’ proficiency will propel them towards 3+2 and true 5-axis programming. In the machine shop, they will learn advanced mill and turning. Along with adjusting post-processors for various CNC machines. Students will study Solid Modeling as a design tool for machine components. This course is designed to teach advanced CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine) setup, programming, and operating skills. Students will gain advanced CMM and quality assurance skills. Students will have an advanced grasp of how to operate a CMM in a manufacturing context upon completion of this course.