MACH 40 CNC Wire EDM: Programming and Operation (3 units)
Two and one-half hours lecture and one and one-half hours laboratory per week. This course provides students with instruction in the concepts and practices associated with the set up, operation, and programming of CNC Wire EDM's (Electrical Discharge Machines). Emphasis will be placed on using a wire EDM to cut in a two axis environment. Students will prepare and cut parts on the machine during laboratory time. (Degree credit)
This is our class centered on a Charmilles Robofil 290 four axis CNC wire EDM. This emerging metal cutting/processing technique should be considered by anyone wishing to broaden their skills in the machining trades.
MACH 50 CNC Programming using MasterCam (3 units)
Two and one-half hours lecture and one and one-half hours laboratory per week. This course provides the student with instruction in the concepts and practices associated with using MasterCam software to prepare CNC machine programs for both mills and lathes. Students will process programs that demonstrate the features and functions of the software. (Degree credit). Explore the power of this popular software!
MACH 52 Advanced CNC Programming using MasterCam (3 units)
Two and one-half hours lecture and one and one-half hours laboratory per week. This course provides the student with advanced instruction in the concepts and practices associated with using MasterCam software to prepare CNC machine programs for both mills and lathes. Students will build upon prior experience using MasterCam to develop 3D wireframe models, surface models, derived models, and composite surface models. Students will process programs that demonstrate the features and functions of the software. (Degree credit)
This class will explore the power of MasterCam for advanced programming applications.
MACH 60 CNC Programming using SURFACAM (3 units)
Two and one-half hours lecture and one and one-half hours laboratory per week. This course provides the student with instruction in the concepts and practices associated with using SURFCAM software to prepare CNC machine programs for both mills and lathes. Students will process programs that demonstrate the features and functions of the software. (Degree credit)
We recommend that you have manual programming experience or have completed a course similar or equal to our MACH 87 class, described below, before taking this class.
MACH 62 Advanced CNC Programming using SURFCAM (3 units)
Two and one-half hours lecture and one and one-half hours laboratory per week. This course provides the student with advanced instruction in the concepts and practices associated with using SURFCAM software to prepare CNC machine programs for both mills and lathes. Students will build upon prior experience using SURFCAM to develop 3D wireframe models, derived models, and composite surface models. Students will process programs that demonstrate the features and functions of the software. (Degree credit)
We recommend that you have manual programming experience or have completed a course similar or equal to our MACH 87 class, described below, before taking this class. You should have also completed the MACH 60 CNC Programming using SURFCAM class
MACH 86 CNC Machine Set-Up and Operation (3 units)
Two and one-half hours lecture and one and one-half hours laboratory per week. A basic course in the set-up and operation of computer numerically controlled machine tools including the selection of tooling, understanding the machine functions, calculation and input of offsets, and maintaining quality through a production run. (Degree credit)
A must for all Machine Tool degree and certificate candidates. Provides hands-on experiences on CNC machine tools. Available machines include two Fadal Vertical Machining Centers, two FEMCO CNC Lathe (Fanuc OT)and a Haas SL10 CNC Lathe and 4 Mini Mills. We recommend that you have prior classroom or on-the-job machine experience or be currently enrolled in a beginning level machining course.
MACH 87 Computer Numerical Control Parts Programming (3 units)
Two and one-half hours lecture and one and one-half hours laboratory per week. Manual programming techniques for two and three axis CNC controls and the steps required to successfully machine a part on a CNC machine. (Degree credit)
A must for all Computer Numerical Control certificate candidates. Recommended for all Machine Technology majors. An excellent class for individuals presently employed as CNC machine operators. Learning to program CNC machines will help you to become better at setting them up and planning jobs for them.
MACH 88 Advanced CNC Machine Set-Up and Operation (3 units)
Two and one-half hours lecture and one and one-half hours laboratory per week. An advanced course in the set-up and operation of computer numerically controlled machine tools including the selection of tooling, understanding the machine functions, calculation and input of offsets, and maintaining quality through a production run, and some programming. (Degree credit)
A must for all Machine Tool degree and certificate candidates. Provides hands-on experiences on CNC machine tools. Available machines include two Fadal Vertical Machining Centers, two FEMCO CNC Lathe (Fanuc OT) and a Haas SL10 CNC Lathe and 4 Mini Mills. We recommend that you have prior classroom or on-the-job machine experience.
MACH 90 Multiple Axis CNC Set Up & Operation (3units)
Two and one-half hours lecture and one and one-half hours lab per week. This course provides the student with instruction associated with the successful programming and set up of CNC mills with four and five axis of control. Students will build upon prior experience with CNC machines to complete finished parts on CNC mills with four and five axis of control. Students will run programs and practice set-up
Learn 4 and 5 axis set-ups on Fadal, Haas Mini Mini Mills and Haas VF2-TR
MACH 91 Introduction to Machine Tools (5 units)
Three hours lecture and six hours laboratory per week. This is an introductory course designed to teach the fundamental skills used in the set up and operation of the engine lathe, milling machine, and surface grinder. Safety, shop mathematics, basic blueprint reading, cutting tool use and theory, selection of cutting speeds and feeds, and measurement techniques will also be included. (Degree credit)
This is a great place to start if you want to enter the machining trades.
MACH 92 Intermediate Machine Tools (5 units)
Prerequisite: MACH 91 Introduction to Machine Tools or 116A & B Machine Tools with a grade of "C" or better. Three hours lecture and six hours laboratory per week. This intermediate level course is designed to advance the basic set up and operational skills developed in an introductory level machine tool course. Work will be performed on engine lathes, both vertical and horizontal milling machines, surface grinders, and sawing equipment. Students will also advance their skills in the use of various measuring tools, blueprint reading, shop mathematics, and general machining techniques.
This class follows the MACH 91 class in sequence.
MACH 93 Advanced Machine Tools (5 units)
Prerequisite: MACH 92 Intermediate Machine Tools with a grade of "C" or better. Three hours lecture and six hours laboratory per week. This advanced level course is designed to further the set up and operational skills developed in an intermediate level machine tool course. Work will be performed on engine lathes, both vertical and horizontal milling machines, surface grinders, and sawing equipment. Students will also advance their skills in the use of various measuring tools, blueprint reading, shop mathematics, and general machining techniques. Computer numerical control (CNC) machines will also be utilized to complete laboratory assignments. This course may be taken two times for credit. (Degree credit)
This class follows the MACH 92 in sequence.
MACH 116 Machine Tools (2+2 units)
One hour lecture and three hours laboratory per week. This course is for students majoring in mechanical drawing, industrial arts, engineering and for students who wish to familiarized themselves with the machine tools of industry. Fundamentals of the machinist trade are taught. Second semester work includes advanced work in the use of lathes, grinders, milling machines and measuring instruments. Methods planning for efficient machining are emphasized. (Degree credit)
For anyone needing to gain familiarity with machining processes and theory. Suggested for drafting, welding, and automotive students. A transfer course. Students may take 116 twice (two semesters)in lieu of MACH 91 for fulfillment of the requirements for their certificate(s) in Machining.
MACH 10 Machine Skills Lab(.5-2 units)
Corequisite: Concurrent enrollment in any class with the MACH prefix. This course provides students the opportunity to further develop their skills in machining set up, operation and programming tasks. One-half unit of credit will be offered for each 24 hours of laboratory participation. This course can be taken for a total of four times. Open entry.
This course can provide you with additional lab time outside of your scheduled class
hours.
MACH 043 F Advanced Topics in Machine Technology (.5-3 units)
Zero to three hours lecture, zero to nine hours lab per week. This course is designed to meet the needs of the Machine Tool industry that requires advanced training, continuing education and provide professional growth for persons employed in the Machine Tool industry. This course will be offered in modules of advanced topics. Unit credit may range from .5 to 3 units per module. Consult the class schedule to verify topic areas and credit offered for each topic.
Typical topics covered include; advanced multiple axis machining techniques, advanced measuring methods using coordinant measuring machines and software, and computer assisted manufacturing software. |
