MFG 140 - CNC Controls I

3 Credit(s)

Prerequisite(s):

MTH 20 or designated placement.

Recommended Prerequisite(s):

MTH 102CT or MTH 60 , and MFG 121

Course Description: This course is designed to develop an understanding as well as the capabilities and limitations of the Haas VF-Series Mill CNC Control. Basic functions and operating modes of the control are also covered as well as safety and maintenance.

Course Learning Outcomes:

CLO#1: Demonstrate safety and proper set up of a CNC milling machine.
CLO#2: Demonstrate operational modes of the Haas controller.
CLO#3: Program an offset in the controller to compensate for dimensional change. (ILO: Information Literacy)
CLO#4: Analyze setup sheets to predict correct tools required to complete a project.
CLO#5: Apply course learning objectives to create a series of usable hand tools.

Typical Required and Recommended Equipment and Materials: Scientific calculator (Texas Instrument TI-36X is recommended), safety glasses.

ACTI Code and Course Type
210 Career / Tech Preparatory

Length of Course:
A required state minimum of (60) and a standard RCC delivery of (66) lecture/lab hours per term, not to exceed (72) hours per term.